After an intense 72-hour trip to my favorite Chinese city, I narrowed down the countless hotel, dining and to-do options for my globetrotting readers. New York might have the diversity, London the architecture and Shanghai the French colonial style, but Hong Kong has all of that, plus Bruce Lee and foot rubs… Oh, I meant to say Dim Sum and foot massages. I know! It cannot get better than this.
12:00 pm- Check-in to our favorite hotel in Hong Kong, The Upper House. Described as both calm and exciting, Upper House Hong Kong is one of the cities best hotels. Designed by famous asian architect, Andre Fu,each of the hotel’s 117 rooms embodies the excitement of the city with an element of luxury. This hotel is perfect for the trendy jet setter looking for a bath the size of a king bed.
Another fantastic hotel is The Peninsula Hotel, built in the roaring ’20s, the Peninsula Hong Kong has long been regarded as the only place for any savvy traveler to stay. Enjoy being transported throughout the historic city of Hong Kong in one of the hotel’s 14 Rolls Royce’s. *When making a reservation make sure you book the suites in the new tower, they are fantastic.
Finally, the brand spanking new addition is the Ritz Carlton Hong Kong. To be honest I am not a fan of the Ritz Carlton brand lately due to the decrease in their quality, but this one is FA BU LOUS.
6:00 pm- If you have time before dinner, check out Lin Heung Teah House. What Lin Heung offers is a tasty and unmediated slice of Old Hong Kong. (Don’t leave without trying the lotus paste buns or the glutinous rice dumplings.)
8:30 pm– Eat dinner at the three Michelin Star restaurant Lung Keen Heen. It commands spectacular harbor views from the fourth floor of the Four Seasons, and serves contemporary Cantonese cuisine at its best.
If you are looking for something less stuffy and more trendy try Cafe Gray House, located in the Upper House hotel, this European restaurant is known for its incredible dishes and large portions.
11:00 pm- Once you have been re-energized, head to Sevva. Located in Central Hong Kong, expect beautiful views of the city to accompany your cocktails.
10:00 am- Eat a leisurely breakfast at Classified, one of the breakfast restaurant staples of Hong Kong. The vibe is rustic and it has a bunch of healthy options.
2:00 pm- They say, “do as the Romans do”, so Charter A Junk (a traditional Chinese fishing boat that now refers to any motorized pleasure vessel) to give you the full tour of Hong Kong from the sea. Drop anchor somewhere and have yourself a swim!
8:00pm- While walking in the Habor, do not miss A Symphony of Lights, the spectacular light and sound show at Victoria Harbor which incorporates colorful lights synchronized to music. Daily at 8:00pm and lasts 13 minutes so do not blink.
8:30 pm- It’s dinnertime: Ronin is the hotspot for a friday night. The team responsible for Yakitori spot Yardbird have opened this seafood spot with more than 50 Japanese Whisky’s and just 14 seats. Although new, the food and service make it seem it has been there for years.
10:30 pm- Drinks + a fun night out: Head to Tazmanian Ballroom, Known as Hong Kong’s favorite place to party- for the upscale crowd. Enjoy pool tables and a great dance floor with phenomenal drinks.
10:00 am- The trendy Po’s Atelier is the place to have breakfast on a saturday. Foodies are obsessing by this emerging PoHo area, where the minimalist-chic bakery is located. It showcases Chef Masami Asano’s loaves, made with ingredients like Oolong tea and Yunnanese ham and goat cheese.
2:00 pm- Take a day trip to visit Victoria Peak. Looking down at the city from this famous vantage point, you’ll be able to see one of the greatest harbors on Earth and a skyline so amazing that Manhattan’s looks sad by comparison.
5:00pm- Shop at LAB concept, you will bump shoulders with the fashionable crowd in Hong Kong. Be ready to spend some $$$ on the newest and edgiest fashions.
8:30PM- Chachawan is the über cool Thai restaurant is the place to see and be seen in Hong Kong on a saturday night. Make sure to order a side of the Khao Niew (sticky white rice) if you are not a fan of the food’s spice.
11:00pm- To top off the night, have drinks at Bloom, Renowned as one of the best cocktail lounges in the city, you cannot leave Hong Kong without stopping by this hotspot.
10:00 am- Stop for a lazy Sunday brunch at the coolest cafe in Hong Kong, Stan Cafe. Stan’s has killer harbor views and some of the best pastries if you’re on the fly.
3:00pm- Have one last traditional Chinese meal at Lei Garden. With various locations all around Hong Kong, there is no reason to miss out on a meal at Lei Garden. Enjoy fresh seafood and incredible dim sum.
