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Hong Kong (香港; "Fragrant Harbour"), officially Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, is an autonomous territory on the southern coast of China at the Pearl River Estuary and the South China Sea. Hong Kong is known for its skyline and deep natural harbour. It has a land area of 1104 km2 and shares its northern border with Guangdong Province of Mainland China. With around 7.2 million inhabitants of various nationalities, Hong Kong is one of the world's most densely populated metropolises.
After the First Opium War (1839–42), Hong Kong became a British colony with the perpetual cession of Hong Kong Island, followed by Kowloon Peninsula in 1860 and a 99-year lease of the New Territories from 1898. Hong Kong remained under British control for about a century until the Second World War, when Japan occupied the colony from December 1941 to August 1945. After the Surrender of Japan, the British resumed control. In the 1980s, negotiations between the United Kingdom and the China resulted in the 1984 Sino-British Joint Declaration, which provided for the transfer of sovereignty of Hong Kong on 30 June 1997. The territory became a special administrative region of China with a high degree of autonomy on 1 July 1997 under the principle of one country, two systems. Disputes over the perceived misapplication of this principle have contributed to popular protests, including the 2014 Umbrella Revolution.
Travel is the movement of people between relatively distant geographical locations, and can involve travel by foot, bicycle, automobile, train, boat, airplane, or other means, with or without luggage, and can be one way or round trip. Travel can also include relatively short stays between successive movements.
The origin of the word "travel" is most likely lost to history. The term "travel" may originate from the Old French word travail. According to the Merriam Webster dictionary, the first known use of the word travel was in the 14th century. It also states that the word comes from Middle English travailen, travelen (which means to torment, labor, strive, journey) and earlier from Old French travailler (which means to work strenuously, toil). In English we still occasionally use the words travail and travails, which mean struggle. According to Simon Winchester in his book The Best Travelers' Tales (2004), the words travel and travail both share an even more ancient root: a Roman instrument of torture called the tripalium (in Latin it means "three stakes", as in to impale). This link reflects the extreme difficulty of travel in ancient times. Also note the torturous connotation of the word "travailler." Today, travel may or may not be much easier depending upon the destination you choose (i.e., Mt. Everest, the Amazon rainforest), how you plan to get there (tour bus, cruise ship, or oxcart), and whether or not you decide to "rough it (see extreme tourism and adventure travel). "There's a big difference between simply being a tourist and being a true world traveler," notes travel writer Michael Kasum. This is, however, a contested distinction as academic work on the cultures and sociology of travel has noted.
A guide is a person who leads travelers or tourists through unknown or unfamiliar locations. The term can also be applied to a person who leads others to more abstract goals such as knowledge or wisdom.
Explorers in the past venturing into territory unknown by their own people invariably hired guides. Lewis and Clark hired Sacagawea to help them explore the American West, and Wilfred Thesiger hired guides in the deserts that he ventured into, such as Kuri on his journey to the Tibesti Mountains in 1938.
Tour guides lead visitors through tourist attractions and give information about the attractions' natural and cultural significance. Often, they also act as interpreters for travellers who do not speak the local language. Automated systems like audio tours are sometimes substituted for human tour guides. Tour operators often hire guides to lead tourist groups.
Mountain guides are those employed in mountaineering; these are not merely to show the way but stand in the position of professional climbers with an expert knowledge of rock and snowcraft, which they impart to the amateur, at the same time assuring the safety of the climbing party. This professional class of guides arose in the middle of the 19th century when Alpine climbing became recognized as a sport.
Wind River Tiny Homes is one of my favorite tiny house builders because each other their builds are so uniquely different and so highly customized to each individual's specific needs. Here's a quick low-down from them on this tiny house... "The Monocle tiny home was a California couples dream that we were fortunate enough to bring to reality for them. This 24' tiny home is built 10' wide to accommodate a bed on the main level while still keeping a spacious feel. The bathroom was one of the main focuses on this build and features a full size soaking tub, tile wet bath complete with rain shower head and hand held, floating sink, recessed mirror and composting toilet." Built by Wind River Tiny Homes: http://www.windrivertinyhomes.com High-quality photos here: http://tinyhouseswoon.com/the-...
Copenhagen is a city shaped by good design, from its clever public spaces to its network of cycling lanes and renowned furniture industry. Follow our guide to discover why the Danish capital is considered one of the world’s most liveable cities. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Copenhagen is available now at The Monocle Shop: https://monocle.com/shop/books/travel-guides/the-monocle-travel-guide-copenhagen/
From ancient architecture and charming trattorias to unbeatable boutiques, Rome has always been one of Europe’s most popular destinations. Our guide will take you down the city’s lesser-known thoroughfares full of freshly ground coffee and culinary surprises. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Rome is available now at The Monocle Shop: https://monocle.com/shop/books/travel-guides/the-monocle-travel-guide-rome/
For a long time Berlin lacked the wealth and stability of other capital cities so ingenuity prevailed. It's now known as a place where creativity is fostered, resourcefulness encouraged and originality embraced. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Berlin is available now at The Monocle Shop: https://monocle.com/shop/books/travel-guides/the-monocle-travel-guide-berlin/
Our Quality of Life Survey is in its 11th year – and our bumper July/August issue is the place to find it. Discover which city has come out on top before easing back on your lounger to bask in reports on sunglasses in LA, sultry moves in Tel Aviv, gelato in Naples and many more summery scoops. Available now at The Monocle Shop: https://www.monocle.com/shop/magazine/other/issue-105/.
In a city where choice is everywhere, The Monocle Travel Guide to Tokyo will navigate you through some of our favourite corners of this vast metropolis. Expect to fall in love with the dazzling food, sumptuous shopping and the most courteous residents you’ll ever meet. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Tokyo is available now at https://monocle.com/shop/books-and-music/travel-guides/the-monocle-travel-guide-tokyo/
Hong Kong is more diverse than you’d imagine. Navigate the futuristic skyways connecting office towers and you’ll pass over temples from which incense smoke trails towards the heavens. The Monocle Travel Guide to Hong Kong takes you on a journey from the best dining spots and side-street food stalls to rich retail experiences. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Hong Kong is available now at https://monocle.com/shop/books-and-music/travel-guides/the-monocle-travel-guide-hong-kong/
Beneath its inimitable skyline, Istanbul is a teeming, triumphant metropolis that is constantly being remade and reimagined – as our cinematic portrait explores. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Istanbul is available now at The Monocle Shop: http://www.monocle.com/shop/books-and-music/travel-guides/the-monocle-travel-guide-istanbul/
Paris is not all about picture-perfect cobbled streets and romantic vistas. Our guide seeks to cut through the clichés and steer you away from the tourist-thronged sites to discover the “real” Paris. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Paris is available now at The Monocle Shop: https://monocle.com/shop/books-and-music/travel-guides/the-monocle-travel-guide-paris/
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Our Hong Kong travel guide! Our final episode of season 1, and We had so much fun in Hong Kong, my favourite city in the world. Now we can share our favourite tips, tricks, eats and drinks for your next visit to Hong Kong. Where we stayed - Regal Airport Hotel http://www.regalhotel.com/regal-airport-hotel/en/home/home.html Hotel ICON - http://www.booking.com/hotel/hk/icon-hong-kong.en-gb.html?aid=338557 Apps we mention: Uber - https://www.uber.com/cities/hong-kong
Join us as we visit Hong Kong in this travel guide exploring the best 25 things to do in Hong Kong in terms of top attractions, museums worth visiting and restaurants serving up tasty food. Our travels in Hong Kong take us to Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and Lantau Island seeking out green escapes, temples, gardens and monasteries. Some of the top highlights include nightlife in Lan Kwai Fong, a Symphony of Lights show, viewing Hong Kong from high atop Victoria Peak and eating copious amounts of Dim Sum. From futuristic to traditional and from hectic to serene Hong Kong will surely leave a lifelong impression upon you as a visitor. 25 Things to do in Hong Kong City Guide for Foodies: 1) The Peak Tram funicular to Victoria Peak (山頂纜車) - 00:37 2) Victoria Peak on Hong Kong Island for ...
https://www.expedia.com/Hong-Kong.d178263.Destination-Travel-Guides Hong Kong, a former British territory, is one of the most densely populated places in China and in the world. You’ll find quiet neighborhoods full of temples and a dazzling skyline loaded with shopping and dining opportunities. Your Hong Kong tour must include visits to the many religious sites scattered around the city, where incense wafts from shrines and monasteries take over entire hillsides. You’ll have a marvelous time shopping in tax-free Hong Kong, where you’ll be able to find clothing, jewelry, furniture, and everything else under the sun. Don’t forget about Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, which overlooks the stunning Victoria Harbor. From there, your Hong Kong sightseeing may detour to Central, the city’s main busin...
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Eating my way through Hong Kong, seeing and enjoying the many sights to see on the Island and the Mainland. This 3-day trip is from a backpacker's perspective, living from a small room, with no working toilet. Due to popular demand, here is yet another travel experience and this one is my most elaborate video yet, being longer and including more film footage! Zen's Perspective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_o84QTZGVU Thanks for watching! Music in the video is created and owned by me. I have full rights to use it in this video. Music (In order of appearance): Colorplicity https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MnfIgdjWi60 Worlds Can Wait https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LGv20uMlhw Rainy Resolution https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMMiKqr5T04 888 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKv8X...
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http://bookinghunter.com Hong Kong is one of the most exciting cities in the world. What makes this city so vibrant and energetic? It is nearly seven million residents. The city has a unique blend of Western and Chinese culture, which seem to co-exist very well and help make this city so fascinating. The most important places to visit in Hong Kong are: The Big Buddha and Po Lin Monastery (this statue is one of the five largest statues of Chin), The Victoria Peak (this is something like a top view or a view point from where you can see the entire city of Hong Kong), Avenue of Stars (a place of tribute to the film stars, both past and present Hong Kong cinemas) and many more. This video offers a lot of tips to help you plan the perfect vacation. If you want to save time and money, the mos...
You're watching INSIDER TV - the insider's guide to the world's most exciting cities! Here's your essential travel guide when you go to Hong Kong this June 2017! Our celebrity insiders plus special guests tour us around the best places to eat, drink, shop, and play in Hong Kong. Make sure you check out these attractions and places: * A One-day Itinerary to some places in Hong Kong like the Wet Market, Wan Chai, Mongkok, Jordan Road and not to forget their local street food and restaurants. * Lantau Peak Lantau Peak or Fung Wong Shan is the second highest peak in Hong Kong and the highest point on Lantau Island, with a height of 934 metres above sea level. It is most famous for the sunrise scenery viewed from the summit. * Adventure to Peng Chau Island Peng Chau (Chinese: 坪洲) is a small...
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Hong Kong is more diverse than you’d imagine. Navigate the futuristic skyways connecting office towers and you’ll pass over temples from which incense smoke trails towards the heavens. The Monocle Travel Guide to Hong Kong takes you on a journey from the best ding spots and side-street food stalls to rich retail experiences. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Hong Kong is available now at The Monocle Shop: www.monocle.com/shop/books-and-music/travel-guides/
Madrid has thrown off the shackles of tradition: what was once a buttoned-down bastion of conservatism has become Spain’s unabashed centre of the avant-garde. Monocle Films visits the city to discover a melting pot of talent, taste and tenacity. MADRID: THE MONOCLE TRAVEL GUIDE SERIES is available now at Gestalten Pavilion, Gestalten Space, and in our online shop: http://shop.gestalten.com/books/monocle-madrid.html More from The Monocle Travel Guide Series: London: vimeo.com/128870124 New York: vimeo.com/130736940 Tokyo: vimeo.com/134599055 Hong Kong: https://vimeo.com/135249045 Bangkok: https://vimeo.com/140916954
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Vienna is a city that bridges Eastern and Western Europe with panache. It has long been the melting pot of Europe so it’s easy to feel at home here—especially with our fully illustrated, 148-page hardback book as your guide. VIENNA: THE MONOCLE TRAVEL GUIDE SERIES is available now in our Berlin store and in our online shop: http://shop.gestalten.com/monocle-vienna.html More from The Monocle Travel Guide Series: Rio de Janeiro: https://vimeo.com/152257117 London: vimeo.com/128870124 New York: vimeo.com/130736940 Tokyo: vimeo.com/134599055 Hong Kong: vimeo.com/135249045 Bangkok: vimeo.com/140916954 Madrid: vimeo.com/144336305
Monocle reports from around the globe in print, on radio, and online. As its editors and correspondents dart from city to city, they get to know the best places to rest their heads, stretch their limbs, and kick back with a contact in a hard-to-find cocktail bar. That information is now available in Monocle’s Travel Guide Series: a line-up of titles that speaks to you in an informed but informal way about everything from architecture to art, late-night bars to early-morning markets. Published by Gestalten, these travel guides are for people who want to get the most out of their stay—however short—and feel like locals rather than tourists. That’s why each book has a series of neighborhood walks to take you away from the throng and leave you with a sense of discovery even in cities that yo...
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Rio de Janeiro is one of the few global cities that strikes a balance between cosmopolitan hub and natural wonder. As well its openness and unique mix of people, the city has a wide range of galleries, restaurants, and world-famous beaches. Our new travel guide will help you discover every pocket of the city. RIO DE JANEIRO: THE MONOCLE TRAVEL GUIDE SERIES is available now at Gestalten Pavilion, Gestalten Space, and in our online shop: http://shop.gestalten.com/monocle-rio.html More from The Monocle Travel Guide Series: London: vimeo.com/128870124 New York: vimeo.com/130736940 Tokyo: vimeo.com/134599055 Hong Kong: vimeo.com/135249045 Bangkok: vimeo.com/140916954 Madrid: https://vimeo.com/144336305