Hong Kong Island

Pros: Vibrant, Good food, fantastic shopping
Cons: Very hot and Humid. Built up.

The first thing that strikes you when entering Hong Kong is the wave of humidity once you leave the Air Conditioned comfort of the Airport. This is because in Hong Kong when it rains it really rains. Hong Kong has a tradition of being way too hot and way ...

Pros: A Picture is better than a thousand words. Let alone 15.
Cons: Fog and Crowd - but can be avoided

Opinion is rarely divided on whether the average HK visitor should visit Victoria Peak (“The Peak”). It’s one of the “must-sees” for any HK resident or visitor. This is my guide for getting the most out of your Peaking experience. ...

Pros: Tons to do. Great sights and shopping. Deals abound.
Cons: Lacks the true grit of the Kowloon side. Lots of poseurs and ex-pats.

Since I've already written a review on Hong Kong (see http://www.epinions.com/content_89947475588), I thought I'd throw a mini-evaluation of HKG Island under the SARS epidemic. I was there from 5/21-5/26/03 and stayed...

Pros: Lots of fun, Great sites, decent prices
Cons: Dirty harbor, very crowded

Being in the Navy, one of our port stops on the way to the Persian Gulf was Hong Kong. Mind you this was before the British returned control to China. However we pulled in to the harbor where water taxis ferried us to Fenwick pier.

We...

Pros: Excellent hotels that offer value for money
Cons: At one stage, you'll have to leave....

So you need a hotel room in Hong Kong? Well, assuming that you are not on a US$ 3 a day budget, let me help you find a place to call home while you are in this exciting city - once my home for five years!

First you'll need to ask yourself in...

Pros: Cheap! Free alterations.
Cons: Refund/Exchange policies

Review Topic: Shopping

Hong Kong is a great place to shop! You can pick up unbelievable deals if you know where to look. Here are some pointers:

CLOTHES

If your visit coincides with Hong Kong's sales, you're...

Pros: a variety of dining experience, convenient, fast, and cheap
Cons: portions may be too small for bigger appetites

Hong Kong can be a little intimidating for people who are used to a slower pace. Not only do people walk fast there; you will get bump around if you are slow and standing in their way (especially during rush hours). But it can be very enjoyable if you...

Pros: fun fun fun fun fun.
Cons: No.

Ocean Park is a fun place that interests every one of any ages of all the time. Ocean Park, located on the southern side of Hong Kong Island, is one of the most acclaimed theme parks in the world. The park was built by the Royal Hong Kong Jockey Club, ...

Pros: A Great Place to visit
Cons: Traditional Chinese food is gross

Hong Kong Island is a great bustling area full of culture and people. One of the experiences that can not be avoided is the food. Here in the United States, we have a completely different perspective on Chinese food when it is compared to the real...

Pros: joyful, relax
Cons: None

Hong Kong is not only a small island, but also is a concrete jungle. In this island, it is a good place for shopping and has a good trip here. I came from Taiwan and before I came to America, I like to go to Hong Kong with my family then enjoy in ...

Pros: make use of the underground (MTR) mostly nice ppl, but there are exceptions
Cons: too crowded and locals can be rude at times if conflict arises.

hk is a great city in many ways. apart from the cheap shopping, there is also a great night view from the peak. as a tourist, the districts you probably linger around would be wanchai, central, causeway bay and admiralty. Central will probably ...

Pros: easy transport,
Cons: crowded,hot

Hong Kong is a very vibrant city there are several places to visit while staying the Hong Kong islands. Hong Kong Island a tightly packed, the bustle of people living and moving around on the island maybe one of the reasons why you come here. Many ...

Pros: Ease of travel and availability of English translations
Cons: Food and Lodging can be expensive

Hong Kong is a beautiful city both at night and during the day. The best way to see it is of course from Victoria Peak. If you want to avoid the long lines, the best time to ascend the peak is at night. The peak can be accessed by either a railway tram...

Pros: Learn more about Chinese Culture
Cons: If you are not the type of Museum person, it's boring

zenobiajim's Full Review: Hong Kong Island Hong Kong is more than a place for shopping. There is so much to see in Hong Kong. If you are planning to go to a trip in Hong Kong, you can put 1 or 2 days in just visiting the museums here in Hong Kong. ...

Pros: Shopper's Paradise!
Cons: 10 plus hour plane ride

Hong Kong is the best place to go shopping....if you can afford the plane ticket. The island is a free port which means no taxes imposed on goods imported from other countries. Most of the goods sold in the market are imported from Europe obviously...