my first time in hongkong 🇭🇰 days in quarry bay, getting dimsum, victoria peak, a solo trip

TL;DR

Key insights

Hong Kong's diverse culinary scene offers authentic experiences.

• The 'Super 19 All-Day Breakfast' at a vegan spot was noted as bland and simple, with no seasoning.
• The Cantonese sponge cake and pan-fried turnip cake were praised, with the latter being described as 'SO good' and 'so fluffy'.
• The spicy noodles with tofu were found to be 'really fucking spicy' but 'so buss' and 'amazing', with the noodles being 'chewy'.

Efficient and affordable public transportation is a highlight of Hong Kong.

• The MTR system is praised for its safety, cleanliness, and efficiency, with a 20-minute Uber ride costing around $14 USD, while transit would have taken 40 minutes.
• The Star Ferry ride from Victoria Harbour to Central was a pleasant and affordable experience at $5 HKD ($0.60 USD) per person.
• The city's buses and trams have retro designs that evoke a sense of traveling back in time.

Hong Kong offers a blend of urban exploration and natural beauty.

• The city's dense urban landscape is contrasted with serene natural spots like Victoria Peak, offering stunning city views.
• The 'Morning Trail' on Victoria Peak is recommended for a relaxing walk with beautiful scenery, including a waterfall.
• Hong Kong Park provides a tranquil escape with its lush greenery, fountains, and a pond with turtles.

The city's shopping and cultural experiences are diverse.

• The IFC mall offers a wide range of shops, including a health and beauty store with Korean and US brands.
• Bookstores like Eslite are highlighted as peaceful havens for browsing and escaping the city's stimulating environment.
• The presence of various international and local brands, from fashion to food, showcases Hong Kong's cosmopolitan nature.

Key moments

• 00:00Introduction to Hong Kong and the start of the vlog.
• 00:30The vlogger arrives in Hong Kong and expresses excitement about the trip.
• 01:51Breakfast at a traditional Hong Kong-style cafe, trying a pineapple bun with egg and milk tea.
• 03:07Visiting another Hong Kong-style cafe and trying milk tea and an egg sandwich.
• 04:07Exploring Kowloon Park and the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre.
• 04:39Observing the retro designs of Hong Kong's buses and trams.
• 05:07Visiting a cosmetic flagship store, surprised by the variety of brands.
• 05:26Arriving at a 'bolton cafe' and ordering a pineapple bun and milk tea with coffee.
• 06:20Taking a ferry from Victoria Harbour to Central.
• 07:40Exploring the central market with Christmas decorations.
• 08:56Visiting the Hong Kong Book Centre.
• 09:11Riding a tram through the city streets.
• 09:41Taking an Uber to Victoria Peak, noting the city views.
• 10:42Walking the 'Morning Trail' on Victoria Peak, enjoying the nature and views.
• 12:11Getting ready in the hotel room, dealing with jet lag.
• 15:19Morning routine in the hotel bathroom.
• 17:26Visiting a cafe called 'here with years' and ordering drinks.
• 17:50Trying tofu ice cream and matcha ice cream at 'humain coffee & dessert'.
• 18:53Trying a 'super 19 all-day breakfast' at a vegan spot, finding it bland.
• 19:23Exploring Hong Kong Park, seeing turtles and a waterfall.
• 20:03Changing plans to find a regular dim sum spot after the vegan one was fully booked.
• 20:41Checking into a new hotel, noting its bright and nice bathroom.
• 21:07Experiencing the efficient and clean MTR system.
• 21:34Visiting 'Three Virtues Vegetarian Restaurant' for dim sum.
• 23:54Trying tofu ice cream and matcha ice cream at 'humain coffee & dessert'.
• 28:28Browsing in a bookstore, finding stationery and books.
• 29:23Visiting 'the soy house' and trying spicy noodles and vegan dim sum.
• 30:35Sightseeing in Hong Kong Park, enjoying the greenery and turtles.
• 30:48Reflecting on the trip and the overall experience.