You are likely to need a visa to enter mainland China if you are a foreign national. A sightseeing trip will only require a standard tourist visa. Single, double and multiple entry visas are available, as are business and working visas for work related travel. Hong Kong international airport connects one hundred and fifty international destinations and forty cities in Mainland China, trains from Beijing, Shanghai and Guangdong Province also transport visitors to Hong Kong.
The fast pace of the city can be overwhelming, there are a few quiet places to take a moment and catch your breath, like boutique hotels, Hong Kong has a few of these hidden gems. The excellent public transportation system makes getting around convenient, especially with an Octopus card. They can be purchased at any MRT station and topped up as you go to pay for public transport as well as purchases in convenience stores, food outlets and even vending machines. The MRT network is well connected, fast and easy to use; it also runs an express line to the airport. Signage is in English and easy to follow. Look no further than the Cosmo Hotel Hong Kong if you need a central, convenient location.
Trams or ‘Ding dings’ and ferries are a great way to see the sights and get a feel for the city’s history. Hong Kong has over ten thousand restaurants and at the heart of local cuisine is the bite-sized Dim Sum, a delicious treat that is not to be missed. Shopping is another distinct experience that visitors to this city seek, expect to find everything from designer brands at luxury malls to souvenirs and trinkets at street markets. The city comes to life at night with glowing lights and bright colours, do not forget to stop and take in the views.
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