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Transportation To / From the Airport
Hong Kong International Airport is served by a highly efficient
and comprehensive transportation network. The Airport Express
is a dedicated airport railway line providing fast and reliable
service operating daily from 0550 to 0115 hours at 12-minute
intervals. The journey to or from downtown Hong Kong takes
approximately 24 minutes. Franchised buses also provide speedy
transport to different parts of Hong Kong. Other modes of
transportation includes taxis. Tour coaches and hotel limousines.
For details, please visit http://www.hongkongairport.com/eng/index.html
Transportation
Metered taxis, frequent bus, MTR (underground train) service
provides fast, clean, air-conditioned transport in Kowloon
and on the Island. Combine all this with famous ferries, trams,
trains and local transportation in Hong Kong is both safe,
easy and inexpensive.
Entry Visa
For most nationalities, visitors not intending to work require
only a valid passport for short visits and no tourist visa
is required. You may also check with the Immigration Department
of the Hong Kong SAR Government as to the need for visas prior
to entry into Hong Kong.
| Address |
Immigration Department
2/F Immigration Tower,
7 Gloucester Road,
Wan Chai, Hong Kong |
| Tel |
(852) 2824 6111 |
| Fax |
(852) 2877 7711 |
| Website |
http://www.immd.gov.hk/index.html |
Time
Hong Kong time is 8 hours ahead of Greenwich
Mean Time.
Climate
Hong Kong enjoys a generally sub-tropical climate.
Daytime temperature July varies between 27 oC and
32 oC. There may be occasional rain. For more information,
please visit the Hong Kong Observatory's website at http://www.hko.gov.hk/contente.htm
Language
Chinese and English are the official language in Hong
Kong. All road signs, menus and tourist publications are bilingual.
Cantonese is the predominant Chinese dialect widely spoken
here while Putonghua has become more popular here nowadays.
Population
The estimated population of Hong Kong is 7 million. Almost
98% is Chinese.
Currency
The currency unit is Hong Kong
Dollars (HK$). It is pledged with to the US Dollars at a rate
of HK$7.8 to US$1, with narrow fluctuation. Most foreign currencies
and traveller's cheques are easily exchanged in banks, hotels
or money changes. Credit cards are widely accepted in shops
and restaurants throughout Hong Kong.
Electricity
220 Volts, and the frequency is 50 cycles (Hz). Three-rectangular
pin plugs are the norm.
Mobile Phone
GSM, PCS, CDMA, TDMA
Safety and Security
Hong Kong is generally considered a very safe city
both during the day and at night . As everywhere, however,
protect yourself from pickpockets and carry as little cash
and valuables as possible. Use a hotel safe-deposit box to
store valuables. The Hong Kong Police Force (HKPC) has stations
and reporting centres throughout the territory.
Identification
Visitors are advised to carry some photo identification,
such as a passport or driving license.
Health
Your temperature may be taken when you pass through immigration
upon arrival. Vaccination certificates are usually not required.
However, as in other cities, health regulations are liable
to change at short notice and it is always advisable to check
current health regulations with carriers when making reservations.
Visitor in transit through HK should also check health regulations
for subsequent destinations to ensure that all necessary valid
certificates have been obtained.
Tipping
Most restaurants add a 10% service charge and also expect
to keep the change. Where tipping is voluntary, 10% is fine.
Taxi drivers, bellboys, restroom attendants and doormen are
also often tipped if the service is good.
If you are interested in knowing more about Hong Kong, please
visit http://www.DiscoverHongKong.com
Disclaimer: All information provided in this sections
is considered to be accurate and correct at the date of print.
We cannot be held responsible should the information change
between the date of print and the date of your arrival in
Hong Kong
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