Visiting Hong Kong & Singapore
Posted by admin | Posted in Uncategorized | Posted on 24-09-2011
Hong Kong
Located along the coastline of Southern China, the city-state of Hong Kong is one of the most populated locales in the world. Additional land, known as Hong Kong island, is separated from the mainland by Victoria Harbour. Hong Kong is renowned for its memorable skyline. Hot and humid summer months give way to mild winters. Local currency is the Hong Kong dollar (HKD). Chinese and English are spoken throughout the area.
As of September 2011, visitors do not need a visa to enter Hong Kong. The Hong Kong Tourism Board (discoverhongkong.com) has additional information on entry requirements. Guests are reminded that a separate visa is required for travel into mainland China so keep that in mind when you are booking Hong Kong holidays.
Visitors enjoy numerous festivals, plentiful beaches and access to well-maintained, public swimming pools. Additional popular outdoor activities include sailing, hiking and camping. Victoria Peak offers expansive city views. Mahjong, horse racing and football betting can always be found. Ocean Park, well-known historical sites and shopping centers are located on Hong Kong island.
For a memorable experience, book a room at the Peninsula Hong Kong. The oldest surviving hotel in the area has a retail center featuring goods from Louis Vuitton and Gucci. Specially designed Rolls Royce vehicles stand ready to transport hotel guests.
Singapore
A total of 63 islands make up the city-state of Singapore, situated in the Southern region of the Malay Peninsula. Five million people reside in the area, with a little over half being natives. As of September 2011, visas are not required for entry. The Singapore Tourism Board (your singapore.com) lists additional requirements. Local currency is the Singapore dollar (SGD). English, Chinese, Malay and Tamil and spoken all over. Local foods have an international flair.
Constant tropical temperatures allow visitors to enjoy surfing and scuba diving, but ice skating and snow skiing are also available in an indoor snow center. A large number of golf courses are available in the area. Gambling and mahjong are popular pastimes, with multiple venues available for legal betting. Large cinemas are available for movie viewing, but take note of rating system differences. R21 features are strictly for people over 21 years of age. Open-air, public swimming pools are popular with locals and visitors, providing ample opportunities for socializing. Some are part of sports complexes equipped with tennis courts and gyms. Spas have become increasingly popular in the area.
Popular sites include historical buildings in the Bras Basah area. Wildlife attractions include the Singapore Zoo and Bukit Tamah Nature Reserve. Shopping malls provide plentiful shopping opportunities if you are booking holidays to Singapore.
For an unforgettable experience, book a stay at Raffles Singapore Hotel (raffles.com). Equipped with a spa and shopping area, Raffles has been mentioned in works written by Rudyard Kipling. Guests are in close proximity to the financial districts and Singapore Convention Center.