The First-Timer’s Travel Guide to Hong Kong (2019)

Hong Kong is perhaps the one country we’ve visited more times than we can remember. Its proximity makes it an ideal destination. You’d think the city would lose its lustre after all those visits, yet every trip seems to bring with it the promise of something new.

Hong Kong is a fast-paced city. Like Manhattan or Tokyo, you feel its energy the moment you land. One year between visits can feel like a lifetime in Hong Kong which is exactly how I felt when I step foot in Kowloon for the first time in three years. It felt like my first visit all over again. Such is the excitement you feel in a city as electric as Hong Kong.

Whether you’re into shopping, food, fashion, or nightlife, I hope this third edition of our Hong Kong travel guide can help you plan your trip. As you’ll quickly learn…