Sunday, January 30, 2005
There's something about Hong Kong...
Every trainee has a time to go. Last night, Erica, a trainee from Calgary, Canada bid her farewell.
There is a lot to be said about Hong Kong, but I never have the perfect words to describe it. Erica seemed to be able to overcome that obstacle quite easily.
From Erica:
Hong Kong is truly a precious city. From my first impressions, I can recall thinking that this city is so vibrant and full of life.... it is a city of contrasts, tall skyscrapers and remote islands, bustling "bargaining" markets and posh designer malls, authentic Cantonese food and delicacies such as roasted pork or chicken feet to a plethora of international cuisine, to a state of the art metro system (The MTR rocks!) to luxury cars and taxis everywhere.
Whatever you are looking for, you'll find it in Hong Kong.
In a city of 7.5 million inhabitants, an area five times smaller than the city of Calgary... I will always remember running into people all the time! Everyone gravitates towards the same places it seems.... Lan Kwai Fong (the main party district), Wan Chai (the "seedier" party district where you can dance on the bars and its very easy to solicit services from a local prostitute), Mongkok (the shopping MECCA of Hong Kong, cheap goods w/ cheaper prices), Causeway Bay (food, shopping, bars, karaoke, more food and shopping!), Tsim Sha Tsui (hotels, restauraunts, museums and offers the best view of the waterfront and Hong Kong skyline) and even if you venture out of the city, I've ran into people on one of the outlying islands as well - Cheng Chau- my favourite island retreat!
These are the places that serve as great platforms for getting together with friends and that exude an atmosphere conducive to fun and adventure!
I will miss being able to meet up with friends in less than 10 minutes using the MTR, or being able to take a ferry for a few dollars and escape the craziness of the city for a while on one of the islands. I will always remember how wonderful it felt to be part of the festivities during Halloween, Swiss Kwai Fong, Christmas and New Years. Hong Kong people know how to celebrate and decorate!Hong Kong has a heart and its beauty will resonate in my memory forever.
Bon voyage, Erica! And happy new beginnings in San Diego :)
There is a lot to be said about Hong Kong, but I never have the perfect words to describe it. Erica seemed to be able to overcome that obstacle quite easily.
From Erica:
Hong Kong is truly a precious city. From my first impressions, I can recall thinking that this city is so vibrant and full of life.... it is a city of contrasts, tall skyscrapers and remote islands, bustling "bargaining" markets and posh designer malls, authentic Cantonese food and delicacies such as roasted pork or chicken feet to a plethora of international cuisine, to a state of the art metro system (The MTR rocks!) to luxury cars and taxis everywhere.
Whatever you are looking for, you'll find it in Hong Kong.
In a city of 7.5 million inhabitants, an area five times smaller than the city of Calgary... I will always remember running into people all the time! Everyone gravitates towards the same places it seems.... Lan Kwai Fong (the main party district), Wan Chai (the "seedier" party district where you can dance on the bars and its very easy to solicit services from a local prostitute), Mongkok (the shopping MECCA of Hong Kong, cheap goods w/ cheaper prices), Causeway Bay (food, shopping, bars, karaoke, more food and shopping!), Tsim Sha Tsui (hotels, restauraunts, museums and offers the best view of the waterfront and Hong Kong skyline) and even if you venture out of the city, I've ran into people on one of the outlying islands as well - Cheng Chau- my favourite island retreat!
These are the places that serve as great platforms for getting together with friends and that exude an atmosphere conducive to fun and adventure!
I will miss being able to meet up with friends in less than 10 minutes using the MTR, or being able to take a ferry for a few dollars and escape the craziness of the city for a while on one of the islands. I will always remember how wonderful it felt to be part of the festivities during Halloween, Swiss Kwai Fong, Christmas and New Years. Hong Kong people know how to celebrate and decorate!Hong Kong has a heart and its beauty will resonate in my memory forever.
Bon voyage, Erica! And happy new beginnings in San Diego :)
// posted by sakit @ 6:53 PM 
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Hong Kong rocks!!!
I will be very surprised if on my travels (and there will be plenty, Inshallah!) I find a city that can compare with Hong Kong - the place is just magic!
Yup, good luck Erica... and you too Saki, I feel for you sistas!!! ; )
I will be very surprised if on my travels (and there will be plenty, Inshallah!) I find a city that can compare with Hong Kong - the place is just magic!
Yup, good luck Erica... and you too Saki, I feel for you sistas!!! ; )
Haha... many trainees have their love-hate relationship with HK.
You have to BE HERE to feel the vibe of this City. It's magic, ain't it?
...love the shades, naazi ;)
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You have to BE HERE to feel the vibe of this City. It's magic, ain't it?
...love the shades, naazi ;)
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