HONG KONG

Life in Hong Kong transcends cultural and culinary borders, such that nothing is truly foreign and nothing doesn’t belong. – Peter Jon Lindberg

Hong Kong enthralled me from the moment I arrived. I found its rich Chinese culture to mesh so beautifully with its British colonial past and its existence as a global business center. As a “city girl” conflicted by my love for the mountains, I became infatuated with the idea that I could spend a morning shopping in Central and head for a hike in the afternoon. Allow me to be your guide to this diverse destination.

The Peak

H|B INSPIRATION TIDBITS

Sip | on an inventive cocktail while overlooking Hong Kong Island at the Ritz Carlton’s Ozone Bar, the highest bar in the world H|B tip: Couple your drink at the Ozone Bar with dinner at Michelin Star Tim Ho Wan’s Olympian City location for your fanciest drink accompanied by your cheapest meal

Hike | Dragon’s Back for stunning views of Shek O, Tai Tam and the South China Sea H|B tip: Bring your swimsuit and end your trek with a refreshing dip in Big Wave Beach (trail map here)

Bet | on racehorses on a Wednesday evening at the Happy Valley Racecourse in the Wan Chai district H|B tip: Of course the races are best enjoyed with a pitcher of vodka soda or a Singha from the Beer Garden

Taste | local delicacies while learning more about the city’s culture and deep roots on a Hong Kong Foodie tour

Order | spicy, modern dishes at Ho Lee Fook, a trendy Central spot. From there, walk 5 minutes towards the harbor and attempt to find 001, a posh speakeasy, before ending your night with a bang in Lan Kwai Fong

Combine with | a trip to Beijing, Central China or destinations in Southeast Asia like Vietnam

On a personal note | read more about my time in Hong Kong here. Don’t miss out on the video at the end which also features footage from Beijing