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Whether you're wheeling and dealing in the offices of Central or the markets of Mongkok, you can feel Hong Kong's world-class metropolitan charm. Hong Kong is a city that seems to have it all. That's why this energetic metropolis is one of Asia's most beloved cities.
Getting There
As a major international hub, Hong Kong is served by virtually every major airline. Ask your travel agent for schedule and availability or contact Cathay Pacific Airways (852 2747 1888, www.cathaypacific.com), China Airlines (886 2 2715 1212, www.china-airlines.com), Thai Airways International (66 2 628 2000, www.thaiairways.com) or Dragon Air (852 3193 3193, www.dragonair.com).
Weather
During wintertime in Hong Kong, expect the temperature to be around 14oC - 20oC. Do bring a jacket, as it can occasionally get chilly. The temperature starts rising in March to around 23oC.
Important Numbers
| Emergency Services (Police, Ambulance and fire) | 999 |
| Hong Kong Tourism Board Visitor Hotline | (852) 2508 1234 |
| Directory Enquiry | 1081 |
| Weather Report | 187 8066 |
| Hong Kong International Airport | (852) 2181 0000 |
| Hong Kong Immigration Department | (852) 2824 6111 |
Transportation/Getting Around
| Taxi |
MTR |
Star Ferry |
Tram | |
| Hotlines | (852) 2760 0477 |
(852) 2881 8888 www.mtr.com.hk |
(852) 2367 7065 www.starferry.com.hk |
(852) 2548 7102 |
| Fare range/ destinations |
HKD15 for the first two kilometres. About HKD340 from airport to Central. |
From airport to Central: around HKD100 (30 minutes). In town: HKD4-26, single journey ticket, one - day ticket or a travel pass. Octopus Card: from HKD150 |
HKD3-6 depending on routes. The ferry services to four stations: Central, Tsim Sha Tsui, Wan Chai and Hung Hom. |
Around HKD2. Runs east to west on harbourside of Hong Kong Island. |
| Operating hours | 24 hours |
6.00 am - 1.00 am |
6.30 am - 11.30 pm |
6.00 am - midnight |
Local Language
Learn more about local language from below.
| English | Local language |
| Hello | Nei ho |
| How are you? | Nei ho ma? |
| Very well | Hou hou |
| Thank you | Do jeh, m goi |
| You're welcome | M sai haak hei |
| See you later | Joi gin |
| Yes | Hai |
| No | M hai |
| Please | M goi, ching |
| Sorry | Dui m chu |
| Excuse me | Mh hou yi si |
| Never mind, it doesn't matter | Mh gan yiu |
| I don't understand | Ngoh m ming baak |
| Do you speak English? | Lei sik gong ying man ma? |
| Nice to meet you | Rho go hing ying sik lei |
| Where is the toilet? | Bin do hai sai sau gaan? |
| How much does it cost? | Ni goh gei doh chin? |
| What is this? | Ni goh hai me ye? |
| Have you eaten yet? | Nei sihg jo faan mei a? |
| I have eaten | Sihg jo la |
| Not yet | Mei a |
| Delicious | Hou sihg |
| One | Yat |
| Two | Yee |
| Three | Saam |
| Four | Sei |
| Five | Ng |
| Six | Luk |
| Seven | Chat |
| Eight | Baak |
| Nine | Gau |
| Ten | Sap |
| One hundred | Yat baak |
The above information is for reference only. They may be provided to HSBC by other persons or compiled by HSBC from information and materials provided by other persons. HSBC does not warrant the truth, reliability, accuracy or adequacy of the above information and HSBC assumes no liability for any reliance on them by you or any other persons. Please contact the relevant merchant, company or organisation for further details.
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