Hong Kong Summer Activities
ď‚— Summer is a great time to visit the glittering Hong Kong as
the weather clears up over the city. Here are 12 of the best Hong Kong summer activities.
Take a Hike ď‚— While Hong Kong is known for its intensely urban
environment, it also has hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails. Popular ones in the summer include Dragon's Back, which will not only give you a great view of Hong Kong island and and parasailers, but also land you at Big Wave Bay, one of Hong Kong's best beaches. Hikes up to Victoria Peak are also popular as the panoramic vista at the Peak is unparalleled.
Hit the beach ď‚— If walking for a few hours
under the sun does not strike your fancy, you can always head straight for a beach to bask on warm sand.You can enjoy the beach at Shek O. The more adventurous types can hike out to Tai Long Wan in Sai Kung to enjoy a more private beach.
Go on a junk trip.
ď‚— Junk trips are great ways
to spend the day out on the ocean, enjoying the company of old friends and new. Junk trips are normally chartered out of the Central Pier.
Enjoy a lazy summer day brunch. ď‚— Hong Kong is known for its culinary delights.
What better way is there than to spend a leisurely morning and early afternoon with family and friends at the Blue Butcher for brunch? ď‚— Brunch at the Blue Butcher includes a Belgian waffle station, a foie gras station, and of course, some of the best dry aged steak Hong Kong.
Have a drink on a rooftop. ď‚— Rooftop drinking is a
great way to relax after a day in Hong Kong. Aside from being a good place for summer day brunches, Blue Butcher can also be a joint for ordering a few drinks. They have a great menu for cocktails and beers.
Go ice skating. ď‚— A couple of Hong Kong malls have ice skating rinks to help
you beat the hot and humid Hong Kong summer heat.
Visit the Hong Kong Book Fair ď‚— Authors from all across the globe attend this fair. Go and get
your dose of literature.
Support democracy.
ď‚— Hong Kong is home to one of the biggest
demonstrations for democracy on July 1, which marks the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
Commemorate the fallen.
ď‚— Candlelight vigils are held on June 4th in
Victoria Park to remember those killed at the Tiananmen Square massacre.
Watch a dragon boat race. ď‚— The Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Regatta is a
popular sight for locals and tourists alike as teams of paddlers vie for the win.
Enjoy Hong Kong style desserts. ď‚— Hong Kong desserts are often made from red bean, mango,
tofu, or even rice dumplings. These desserts, while still tasty, are not as sweet as Western desserts.
Pig out.
ď‚— Hong Kong has everything in the food department, and when
it comes to steaks, Blue Butcher is the name you should call. It’s the prime steakhouse in Hong Kong. They have various cuts of beef prepared in the best way possible.
Blue Butcher 108 Hollywood Road, Central,
Hong Kong 2613 9286 reservations@bluebutcher.com http://www.bluebutcher.com