The Discovery Bay Residents Club has been around for as long as I can remember living in the…read morecommunity for (more than 25 years!), and has provided a spot of leisure for the residents. Located only a 5 minute walk from the ferry pier it is also open to non-members, for a fee. I can imagine that when it first opened people were in awe of its facilities, grandeur and what not but after the years little to nothing as changed. The restaurant's menu is more or less the same, the gym is still small, and the pool and tennis courts haven't moved. Granted, the interior and presentation has improved, the facilities touched up and grown a little but it somehow manages to remain stuck in its early years, the glory days maybe. The DBRC's bigger brother, Club Sienna, is a prime example of what a residents club should look like. However, that being said the DBRC is still a place that is close to my heart and whenever I return to Disco Bay I'll find myself wandering through it's sliding doors. I'll play ping pong on a Saturday morning, tennis on a sunday evening and finish off with some fish and chips in their Tai Pak bar. There's much to do in the club, as well as places to do nothing, like the reading room. The staff are very friendly - maybe because they've seen my ugly mug 100s of times! - and informative. There have been many a complaint against the place but in all honesty, what can you expect when trying to accommodate 15,000 spoilt (mostly) people? At the end of the day I judge a clubhouse by how easy it makes a Sunday. The DBRC, with it's basic facilities and restaurant make my Sundays easy to handle and knowing that not much has changed over the years really helps me to feel at home.

Beautiful pier running a significant portion of the waterfront. Plenty of spots to get in the junk…read moreships as well as the access point for the star ferry across the water. Lots of photo ops of the buildings over on Hong Kong island, the clock tower, ships and the random people walking about! A guy was walking around with tricked out baby doll with fake diamond ear rings and a cigarette... I guess every place has one of these dudes. The area also has a number of spots for public events - like a break dancing competition that we saw today - as well as food trucks and lots of space for kids to run. A great, and apparently very popular spot that your shouldn't miss!

What a happy little beach tucked away on Hong Kong island. Easily accessible by taxi or bus, the…read morenumber 6X from Central Exchange takes you almost to its door. Follow the road down and wind your way down to the beach on a variety of steps and slopes. Repeat the other way for the return journey. Also hidden down there is an immense playground (if you have kiddies) and a bunch of BBQ pits if you're that way inclined. If you're like me however, grab your towel, floatie, buddies and throw together a picnic. The sand is gorgeously soft, however the sea hides sunken reefs. Signs are up to show where they are, but a floatie or strong swimmers would be best in the event you pop your foot down and hit some rocks. Caution is advised. The bay features a floating pontoon, life guards and clean waters. It's totally peaceful ... unless you go on a public holiday when you're treated to a live Filipino band (not a patch on Dusk till Dawn). Note: the shop that used to be on the beach has now closed, so make sure you bring everything you need. Don't be a tool like me and forget the water. Yes, I did spend a whole day sipping Sprite and beers... I was rather parched when I realised on my way home to rehydrate (I only spotted the drinking fountains on the way out).

Yeah, Hong Kong certainly isn't all that famous for its beaches, despite the fact that it does…read morehappen to be located in the tropics. In a way that is the same with Singapore. Anyway, this is one of the beaches, and as a beach it is okay, a reasonable place to swim, though only if you happen to come here as a group. The problem that I found was that there really isn't any place to store your things, but then again that does happen to be a problem the world over.

Crowded. Easy to get to. Only one restaurant and they charge exorbitant prices. BYOB but dont be a…read morejerk - no glass. Tons of kids everywhere and their parents taking a million photos of them. There are a lot of boats in the bay to watch - we even saw someone on a jet pack or something doing tricks! The view is great and the water is almost cool enough to be truly refreshing. An easy afternoon there and back on busy bus lines, but a nice afternoon all the same.

There's often times when I've had a tougher week than most, longer work hours, more stress, or…read moresimply just a plain, old bad week. It's after one of these weeks that I'm in much need of a relaxation day or two over the weekend. I'd rather not spend half a day traveling to another country - I've only got the two days off! Luckily for me, I know just the spot. Sienna club, located by the North Plaza in Disco Bay, opens its arms to members and non-members alike. It's a modern facility that gives one the feeling that one is in a resort, it's white walls and beautiful interior inviting to a weary traveler. Once in side the club has a range of activities available. Normally I'm only there for the pool, an extremely chill place during the weekdays, a little bit hectic on weekends when mums and kids are running around, but gorgeous nonetheless. Not the mums, the pool. They also have a couple bowling alleys, an adequate restaurant, a reading room, sports hall, and some tennis courts. There's a little bit of something for everyone. It's a little bit pricey as a non-member, around the $150 mark to use their gym or pool, but if you're going to use it for the day then I don't see why not. It's well worth the trek into DB. On a clear day you can see Hong Kong in the distance, and you can smile, imaging all of the people running around in the heat while you sit by the pool sipping on a gunner.

We came here to spend a little time doing something other then eating while in HK. We played 18…read moreholes of mini golf. It's nothing elaborate or amazing but it's still fun. They have ping pong, air hockey, arcade games, and card games as well. It seems like a cool place and even though we didn't eat here I would next time. The staff was super friendly as well. Overall, it's worth a visit for sure.

A fun and thoughtfully designed experience that seamlessly balances a mix analog and digital…read moregames/entertainment with a bar/restaurant that offers carefully curated and expertly crafted food. This combined with the exceptional (yet causal) and authentic hospitality at every service touchpoint made for a truly outstanding guest experience. * * * * * Strokes is a well-designed space; it's cheeky and comfortable, with a variety of seating areas and furniture types to ensure an effortless sense of comfort. The interior decor--a pastel colour palette with brass accents, velvet and wood-accent furniture, and retro-inspired accessories--establishes a relaxed atmosphere. The selection of games and entertainment are accessible and engaging to both children and adults, including 9/18 holes of miniature golf (ranging in difficulty), table tennis, and arcade-style video games. After devouring a collection of truly impressive and dynamic small plates and main dishes, it is clear why Chef Chris has such genuine enthusiasm and pride in his culinary work, particularly in the recently revamped Strokes menu. From the small plates menu, we thoroughly enjoyed the Fried Brussels Sprouts, as well as the Keto Moco--one divinely prepared fried egg on top of a (substituted) Beyond Meat patty, resting on a bed of cauliflower couscous and generously surrounded with savoury mousse. In a tasting of the large plates menu, the Pork Belly with Pandan Gremolata was expertly prepared and our absolute favourite--the exterior was golden and crisp, while the meat was tender, juicy, and flavourful with the perfect balance of fat, salt, and zest. A unique and refreshing bite was the Tangy Pomelo Salad--a seemingly effortless balance of fresh and crisp textures with sweet, sour, and salty flavours. We also demolished the Animal Burger (substituted a Beyond Meat patty) with Fries--a classic snack that was, like all of the previous dishes, perfectly prepared, and satisfying. The bar features the usual beer, wine, and liquor, however, the bartenders prepared several specialty cocktails that were delicious and thoughtfully crafted to complement the specific Malaysian-influenced flavours of the small and large plates. Our experience was flawless. We look forward to our next visit, largely due to the truly exceptional food, fun atmosphere, and unmatched hospitality.

Instagramers are such a nuisance to this place that they started handing out flyers saying "don't…read morecome to this pier to loiter around or you will be fined" The lady passed it to everyone that walked in the pier but people just folded it and continued walking around to take pictures for their feed. It's so beautiful, you can see the city skylines and there are plenty of photo ops around, best of all it's free. But who knows what other measures they will take to keep IGers and photographers out.

Known by the locals as "Instagram Pier", this cargo ship depot is surely Instagram-worthy! For…read morethose that dont know what Instagram is, its a popular online photo sharing app / website. Associating an location with Instagram merely means that its a scenic location. There are many shipping docks on Hong Kong Island, but this one located in Kennedy Town is especially beautiful. The pier itself isn't anything special, but the view is spectacular. You will know when you get there why there are a ton of people with their cameras and phones out taking photos; especially during the sunrise or sunset.

Awesome new location for large-scale events. I was here last week for the Milk Mart. The event was…read morethere for 2 days hosting a number of fashion labels and handcraft stores. The open area is located under the enormous The Hong Kong Observation Wheel. There are some food carts and seating areas scatter around the place. The outdoor location just make the event more enjoyable! Although outdoor events are more prone to be affected by the weather, I look forward for more public events to be held in this new location. To arrive at this place, exit from the Central MTR station and walk along the foot bridge towards the ferry pier. Walk down the staircase after you go pass the IFC. The place is right opposite Pier 7.

I had reason to be at the New Central Harbour Front this summer for the Botero sculptures that were…read moreon display. These sculptures are giant, so this was the perfect outdoor spot for them. The venue is a short walk from covered footbridge that runs from IFC to the Central Pier. You can drop down to the ground level from the covered footbridge (either at the one closest to IFC or the one at the actual pier) and it will be a 5 minute walk over to the venue either way. During the daylight hours in the summer, it can be a hot walk, for there is little to no shade at the venue (trees are not fully mature nor large). I attended Art Central at this venue as well this past Spring. Kind of a natural outdoor extension to the Convention Center that is further up the way, this place in this spot makes sense and is useful space to many large events.