Hong Kong "The Pearl of the Orient"

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Useful Information

• Hong Kong is safe but be careful of pickpockets.
• Wear your walking shoes! You’ll need them.
• Street names are generally in both English and Chinese, but many shops and businesses have only Chinese signs.
• Respect local customs and beliefs.
• Do not lose your temper.
• Taxis are expensive.
• Don’t rent a car if you do not have to - parking is very expensive and traffic is thick.
• Hong Kong is -8 GMT and does not participate in Daylight Savings Time.
• Be aware of smog.
• Make sure you have adequate insurance.
• July to September is the typhoon season.
• Tipping is not mandatory but is expected: 10% in restaurants, 10% for taxis.
• All foreigners visiting Hong Kong need a visa to do so.
• In rural areas toilets may not be well maintained or have toilet paper.