2 Travel adventures Hong Kong

From Singapore to Hong Kong

5-19 januari 2026 (15 days)

As we walk back toward the Peak Tram, we order something to drink at one of the cafés along the way. Around half past five we reach the Peak Tram. We had the idea of enjoying the view while it gradually gets dark. Many other people had the same idea. Long lines form in front of the old tram. There is nothing else to do but join the queue. The line for people who have already bought tickets online does not seem to move any faster. Every ten minutes, the tram goes up. I estimate that we stood in line for about an hour. When we ride up on the steep tram, the lights of Hong Kong are already turning on. By the time we reach the top, it is dark. This creates a beautiful scene. The crowds at the viewpoint are actually less than we expected. Where have all those people gone? Once it is fully dark, we take the tram back down.

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Hong Kong

Pedestrian walkways

Pedestrians are separated from traffic by elevated walkways

Clocktower

The Clock Tower of Hong Kong

Soho district

The narrow and steep streets around the Soho district (South of Hollywood Street)

Istanbul

Snow at Istanbul airport

From Beijing to Hong Kong

9 april - 10 mei 2025 (32 days)

I follow the signs to the Star Ferry. At the harbor, it takes a moment to figure out which pier I need. When I ask someone, he offers to take me across for thirty dollars. That seems a bit much. When I inquire about the green line, the ferry to Kowloon, he points me to Pier 7. The ticket machine is open for maintenance. The man standing there offers me a ticket for four dollars (fifty cents). I receive a blue token. It feels a bit shady, but a few meters later, I pass through the gates using the token. The historic green ferry is just arriving. Since 1888, ferries have been running between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. Within minutes, I'm on the other side at the Clock Tower.

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