On our first night, we visited Madam Tussauds and the Peak of course. It was fun acting stupid and camera whoring with these famous wax figures. Wow, the view from peak was stunning; very envious of the rich people who lived there when I disregard the fact that tourists can just pry into the windows to catch a glimpse of their private lives. We took a few good shots at the sky terrace where we had a close shave from the level 3 typhoon; managed to get home dry without a sweat all due to good timing.
Incidentally, we caught the level 9 typhoon in Hk during the second day of our stay. Luckily, we didnt get out of the hotel as we slept so soundly until midday. When we awoke, we found that it was a non work day for all employees. Having changed, we walked out of the hotel witnessing all so quiet and run down look of HK streets. It was around then Danny called us from Citygate to said that the shops were closed. Heng, I'd say, we didnt also make a wasted trio there. Instead,we travelled to Wang Da Sin hoping to visit the famous temple. As it was closed, we explored the area and the shopping centres around there. Park and Shop is their equivalent of NTUC or Giant here I would say - No doubt the property prices are high there and the restaurants food prices can be really steep. Other than those, almost everything else is relatively cheaper to here i.e. Nissin instant noodle cup cost 80cents! and good quality buns are costing only 60 cents.
On our forth day - China's national day, we met old friends Chloe and Gary with their love ones during lunch at Tim Ho Wan, followed by coffee at "fullcup" cafe. After we rushed to Tsim Sha Tsui to catch the brillant fireworks put up by their creators along the Victoria Habour for a full 26 mins!
Happy birthday once again Fred! I definitely missed all the yummilicious cakes that we had in Starbucks, Moccato cafe house and not to forget small time local bakeries.