In a city teeming with contrast, vibrance, and breathtaking sights to see, Hong Kong is all set to excite and welcome the family for a fun-filled adventure that will make 2018 one for the books! With a long list of places Asia’s World City has to offer, below is a roundup of must-visit spots and timeless attractions enjoyable for each member of the family.
1. Street Art
The city has numerous street art that can help achieve that #goals family photo. Hong Kong houses murals created by dozens of local and international artists during art festivals which still adorn the walls, bringing vibrancy to old neighborhoods with a strong heritage. These art-spirations can be found in the streets of Hong Kong’s districts such as Sham Shui Po and Old Town Central’s Hollywood Road.
2. Amusement Parks
Hong Kong’s amusement parks has always been a classic favorite of the family and is never stricken off the itinerary. This time around,Disneyland and Ocean Park has something new in store for a fresh experience. Take the family to the happiest place on earth and indulge in Disney’s Play, Shop, Dine and Stay for non-stop Disney Fun. Aside from the park, world-class hospitality and out-of-this-world explorations also await at the Disneyland Hotels.
After the magic, immerse in a whole new level of virtual reality (VR) with Ocean Park’s newest attraction- the very first VR roller coaster in Hong Kong! Take your VR adventure around the Park and be engrossed in the natural world through VR effects.
3. Hong Kong Wetland Park
Comprised of 60 hectares, Hong Kong Wetland Park is an animal and wildlife paradise with various entertaining educational activities such as guided tours, workshops, and thematic exhibitions. Visit this world-class ecotourism attraction to see over 240 bird species, fiddler crabs, various kinds of creatures, and learn about environmental protection, education, and green tourism.
4. Must-See Attractions
Attractions available in Hong Kong are not limited to Amusement parks only – remarkable activities such as the Dukling Cruise and Madame Tussauds Hong Kong are a must-try for some family bonding over great views. The Dukling cruise comprising of a wooden 3-mask antique junk tour offers a spectacular view of Hong Kong Victoria Harbour with 7 regular sailings provided every day. To complement the sights, free drinks and a commentary tour is provided for the fam! You can also be treated to a great viewing point for A Symphony of Lights show, a ‘must-see’ on every travelers’ list, when boarding the 7:30/7:45pm cruise.
Madame Tussauds Hong Kong on the other hand, is a unique celebrity-inspired attraction that connects guests with famous personalities. Have the family pose at the Fashion Interactive Zone like a Billboard Superstar, and for the K-pop fans in the family, finally meet your favorite heartthrobs at the K-Waze Zone and take a selfie with the likes of Lee Jong-Suk and Kim Soo-Hyun!
Books those tickets with all-time low fares (starting at USD 164/person) from legacy carriers, get that fun-filled itinerary ready, and score amazing discounts at the upcoming Travel Tour Expo 2018! Discover Hong Kong like a local with the exciting deals for various attractions and airfares, up for grabs this 9-11 February 2018 at the SMX Convention Center Manila.