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Hong Kong je t'aime

December 16, 2009 by Tanja Wessels

The Aqualuna Junk

Whether it’s a stopover or a destination, Hong Kong is not to be missed. Zig zag the city by train, tram, ferry or cable car but be sure to experience even a few of its must-do’s.

Hong Kong is a city unlike any other and one that won me over from the word ‘go’. The sheer number of contrasts that vie for space on its various surfaces is the stuff of magic – which makes my favourite activity here getting lost and then found again.
For those new to the city there are some boxes that simply have to be ticked and for those more familiar with it, the number of quirky chic places and experiences just keep growing.

Here are a few suggestions for a day in Hong Kong, conjured up from my own experiences and curiosity:

New Children’s Book "Ura’s World" gives back

August 27, 2009 by Moonbears.org

Ura's World

(Seoul, South Korea, Aug 27, 2009)

John Walker, author of the charitable children’s book, ‘Ura’s World’, is pleased to announce the book’s debut in Hong Kong. The beautifully illustrated book serves as a fundraising tool for environmental charities across Asia, and aims to gently educate youth about the importance of native flora and fauna. ‘Ura’s World’ is available at all Bookazine stores, including Shop 309 Prince's Building.

Expats riding out slump in the sun

June 12, 2009 by South Asian Post

A black joke doing the rounds in Asian financial circles goes like this: Question: "What’s the definition of an optimist?" Answer: "A banker who has five shirts ironed on a Sunday."

It is a joke Barry Emmerton - who lost his 15,500-US-dollar-a month job as an interest rates derivatives specialist - can afford to smile at, even though the shirt question is already irrelevant for him.

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