This sports ground is located next to Ocean Park, just outside of the Aberdeen tunnel. The location…read moremay not be the best as there is no nearby MTR station yet. You either come here by bus or take your private car. Parking can be difficult as the sports ground itself only has around 10 spaces. Still this place is very popular. Joggers do their rounds, running clubs do their interval training here, some rugby and football teams have their weekly training on the real grass pitch. Weekday evenings can get quite crowded with many people using the track. In general the facilities are fine. There are enough lockers to store your valuable items, there are enough vending machines and the toilets, changing rooms and showers are clean enough.

My school was located in Aberdeen, so almost all our Sports Days were held at the Aberdeen Sports…read moreGround. To get there, you can take pretty much any bus that goes through the Aberdeen tunnel - it'll definitely pass by the Sports Ground, as the Sports Ground is actually just along the road where cars exit the tunnel. I guess this Sports Ground is just like any other in Hong Kong. The track is 400m long, and there are clear markings at every 100m mark. The area encircled by the track is a huge grassy patch, where other sporting events like shot put or long jump can be held (there are two sand pits for long jump). The bleachers on the side can fit a whole school and more. I always thought the bleachers were really uncomfortable to sit on though, and the bleachers go quite high so it's always annoying if you need to go to the highest bench just to get something and come down again! There are your typical vending machines around with drinks like water, lemon tea, soft drinks etc. If you want something more substantial - i.e. food, there's a counter that sells ice cream, chips and other snacks. The colorful ice pops - the ones where you break in two and give one to a friend - were always a favorite among us. There are quite a few water fountains here too for you to refill your bottles. In my opinion, this Sports Ground has everything needed to run a successful Sports Meet - and on days where it's not rented out, you'll see athletes making use of the track for training. One thing though is that the toilets are not super clean here, but they're not too terrible I guess!

Nice acquainted quiet little town with a lot of small or tinny shops and restaurants and markets…read moreand temple. It's more of a fishing village with nice folks and the seafood foods are cheap and fresh. It's a perfect getaway from the big city. Very peaceful and lovely place to be.

It's clearly a tourist trap, but it was a good way to spend a few hours, especially if you're…read morealready making the trek to see Big Buddha. The village has some souvenir shops, some restaurants, and some "attractions". The souvenir shops were cool and probably had stuff that you couldn't find at other landmarks' souvenir shops. I only ate at the more traditional/localized restaurants like a tofu fa (sweet tofu pudding) shop and small stalls selling fish balls and shui mai. Skip the fish balls and shui mai if you see them at small stalls; they tasted so bad. Since I came here a bit after Chinese New Year, I got to see a wishing tree for the first time in person!

The Ngong Ping cable car drop you off at a theme"village of shops" -- mostly souvenirs and some…read moresmaller local residents stands that lines the pathway to see Big Buddha at the peak. My personal favorite a Lucky Cat store -- who would had guessed!! Although the area is nice, it lacks shades. Therefore, on sunny days the experience could be unpleasant.

We had a wonderful time on the Ngong Ping 360 cable car. We took the very first ride at 10:00 AM on…read morea weekday. We arrived at the village around 10:30 AM. This was a great plan because the village was very quiet and not crowded. We took beautiful photos without many people around us. The village looks very unique and pretty. We loved taking photos with the big drums. They have Chinese words on them for Luck, Health, Fortune, Success, Peace, Happiness, etc. Even though it was summer, the morning weather on the mountain was cool and nice. Local shop owners told us it had rained a lot during the past few days. We were very lucky to have a sunny day! There are plenty of great souvenir shops and eateries to explore. Before boarding the cable car at the bottom, a staff photographer took our picture, and it turned out so beautifully that we just had to buy it. We also bought some small gifts at the village shops. If you want a peaceful experience with great photo opportunities, I highly recommend going early on a weekday.

Meandering along Hollywood road from Lan Kwai Fang towards Sheung Wan unveils a myriad of…read moretreasures, sights and smells, making it a wonderful lazy afternoon stroll. The journey starts with hip and stylish shops, art galleries, bars, restaurants and clubs. As you approach the escalator area, the scenes explodes up the mountain into Elgin St and the immediate neighborhood, transforming the entire area into a very hot bar, global restaurant and bar scene. Further down, the street transforms again into a Mecca for high quality Chinese antiquities such as furniture, calligraphy, stone, ceramic, porcelain, jade and other treasures. Just past the Famous Wen Wu temple you can jog down the stairs to yikes I think it's Lee St where you'll find a several block lane filled with Chinese Bric-a-brac, but it's still a fun browse for tourists. The point of my photos (and Reggie) is that as you meander through the modern art galleries, shops, restaurants and dealers, keep an eye out for the fleeting yet still present remnants of bygone Hong Kong, which still exist in the cracks, shadows and crevices of this modern, urban, sophisticated city. Enjoy!

Still wondering why it's called Hollywood Road, but it is a quintessential place to visit and a…read moremust -see when you have visitors in town. Everything from the old quirky antique shops, murals, coffee spots, hipster vibes, huge tree roots, to the international cuisine and wet markets in every corner, you gotta go. Art galleries, insta-worthy photo shoots happening, but don't get hit by a taxi!

Tai Kwun is a well renovated prison yard (Victoria Prison), the Central Police Station, and…read moreMagistracy that it once was, transformed into a large cultural hub with rotating exhibitions. They also have some shops, restaurants, and even guided heritage tours for ad additional cost. Otherwise, the place can be explored for free. It is accessible right off the Mid-Levels escalator and timing of the escalator's direction is crucial so that you don't wear yourself out before the exploration itself. The area is not extremely handicap friendly, so knowing that may help your travels. Tai Kwun is on top of the hill so it is steep as you walk down back to Central MTR Station. I got to visit all of the buildings on a self-guided tour and discovered that one of the prison cells housed Vietnamese revolutionary Ho Chi Minh amongst other historical inmates. Whether you're a history buff or just a curious explorer, Tai Kwun is a unique place to visit.

Tai Kwun (大館) is an incredible preservation success story. Located at the eastern end of Hollywood…read moreRoad in Central, this massive heritage complex is a must-visit, even though many locals have surprisingly never been here. My husband wanted to explore the rich law enforcement history of the former Central Police Station, and it turned out to be an unforgettable experience. The site is huge and exceptionally well laid out. We started at the Parade Ground & Barrack Block, a beautiful, wide-open courtyard flanked by classic colonial-era brick buildings. Walking through the Victoria Prison cell blocks with history dating all the way back to 1841, it offered an immersive and fascinating look at Hong Kong's early penal system. As an extra treat, we got a chance to see the Ora-Ora Shop: Summer Pop-up! at Galerie Ora-Ora (Shop 03-105-107, Barrack Block). It was the perfect blend of historic architecture and contemporary art. If you love history, art, or just a cool space to explore away from the hectic city streets, do not miss this absolute gem.

I kind of snuck in. I did. They were actually closed and open for appointments only, but I slid…read morein to check it out. The question of "are they open to the public or are they only open for appointments to potential buyers" is a slippery slope around Hong Kong. "Are you just looking or are you buying?" is another slippery slope. Without a solid contemporary art museum to anchor from, I seek out art any way I can...even slipping into Gagosian. Do as I say and not as I do: I suppose it would be best to call first and simply ask to say "can I come by and take a look, not to buy, but just to look" to be on the up and up with their blessing versus the sneek in approach. If you love contemporary art, this is your church. Their is a fine line between public museum and private gallery in Hong Kong and access to see what is out there in the contemporary world can really only be viewed in the private gallery. I cant lie though. Between several places like Gagosian and Pace, these places are the holy grail of contemporary art and absolutely go if you have an opportunity to be in this space because without doubt whatever is on their walls is spectacular.

M+ located in West Kowloon is a contemporary modern art museum where you can easily spend half a…read moreday there admiring all the works. I am no expert in contemporary art but the space, exhibitions, and museum building provides a unique and neat experience to check out if you want to explore and see a different side of Hong Kong. Moreover, you get great views of Hong Kong Island from M+ as well. You are able to purchase tickets at the museum and the exhibitions are clearly labeled with both Chinese and English explanations. Some of the works are pretty neat and thought provoking, challenging society's norms. The entire M+ building architecturally beautiful to look at and be in as well. It makes for a great unique experience. The museum also has temporary exhibitions as well that change time to time - so interesting to see. Overall, a must visit if you love art and architecture. A great way to spend an afternoon!

M+ Pavilion / West Kowloon (Hong Kong) -- It's not every day that you can visit a world-class…read moremuseum that's also a political lightning rod. Open just three years ago, the space is as modern and expansive as you would expect it to be with 33 galleries spread over 700,000 square feet. Jamie W and I decided to come here after seeing several young vloggers praise its architecture and collection. The art on display is specifically from the 20th and 21st centuries. Don't expect ancient artifacts here. We had the foresight to buy the Special Exhibition Dual Passes for HK$240 each well in advance. This allowed us entry to the popular museum on a pre-selected day within a certain timeframe. It included access to two special exhibitions, an overview of the work of revered architect I.M. Pei called 'Life Is Architecture', and the stylized work of trendsetting fashion designer Guo Pei called 'Fashioning Imagination'. They're not related. However, both figures reflect vast imaginations translated into stunning designs. Coincidentally, I had seen Guo Pei's meticulously ornate gowns at the Legion of Honor in San Francisco two years ago, but this was a nicely condensed version of that collection. I.M. Pei's work turned out to be a vast display of buildings and structures well beyond the glass pyramid at the Louvre. Especially interesting was archival video where the architect shared his approach and philosophy. The other galleries showcase contemporary Chinese art with some pieces quite revolutionary in their messaging. Even before it opened, the museum has been under scrutiny from Beijing with the pending threat of censorship from the Communist Party. Due to its unique administrative status, Hong Kong has managed thus far to maneuver the treacherous political waters to create a museum comparable to the Tate Modern and MoMA. Who knows how long it will last? RELATED - Exploring Hong Kong? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3AGgadg

Hong Kong Park / Admiralty (Hong Kong) -- For the swarms of tourists that trundle down from…read moreVictoria Peak, I am amazed how just a few actually entered this bucolic park when they get off the tram. Jamie W and I were pretty much the only ones who walked into the park, which was totally fine by us. I was surprised to find out it was only built in 1991 because it felt well established as an urban oasis. Because it's on a hillside, the landscape is scrupulously terraced connected by leisurely paths festooned with flowers. The central pond was quite a draw for serious photographers with huge lotus plants, turtles sunning themselves on the rocks, and colorful schools of koi converging on the shoreline. Do yourself a favor and take twenty minutes to step away from the dim sum table and enjoy the nature. RELATED - Exploring Hong Kong? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3AGgadg

This is an awesome park with very cool attractions, nice water exhibits/gardens, and a tea ware…read moremuseum. Also HK has the most adorable trash cans ever, which are on full display in this park. Was t able to check out the areas near the mountain or higher up but will do so next time. Highly recommended!