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Here is a list of some of the Youth Hostels & Guest Houses in the Chung King Mansion. The infamous Chung King & Mirador Mansions are located in Kowloon, Hong Kong; a convenient and central location for any traveler.

What I found out about Hong Kong, China that made me want to take a vacation there.

Here's a list of Youth Hostels & Guest Houses in Mirador Mansion. The infamous Mirador Mansion in Kowloon, Hong Kong, is a convenient and central location for any traveler. Just to be clear, contrary to its name, the Mirador Mansion is not a mansion at all.

The Cosmic Youth Hostel offers several levels of accommodation for the budget traveler. I would recommend the Cosmic Youth Hostel for very cheap accommodation close to Hong Kong.

I had never put the words YMCA and luxury in the same sentence until I stepped into my room at the YMCA International House Salisbury Hotel. The room was clean and spacious.

Hong Kong travel guide

Kowloon is one of the most densely populated places on earth. It is a place with endless opportunities to shop, eat, and experience the city.

Until the British claimed Hong Kong, the area was a neglected spot of the Qing dynasty (1644-1911) Chinese Empire, inhabited by a few farmers, fishermen and pirates. The British took control of Hong Kong in 1841 following the Opium Wars.

This article offers an overview of traveling in Hong Kong, including highlights on the nightlife, dining, shopping, cultural, and historical attractions that appeal to modern tourists.

Use this guide to get the best from your Hong Kong trip.

A visit to former British crown colony of Hong Kong would make no sense if one does not include shopping along with a tour of the province, even on a limited scale.

This article gives an in-depth look at the city of Hong Kong and covers places to stay, where to eat, and popular attractions to visit while you're there.

Hong Kong is comparable to New York but it's not near as cool. Once you've spent a weekend there, you're ready to move on.

The economy has been struggling in recent months and fuel prices have been increasing. For this reason many were speculating that airline travel would be down this holiday season. That is not the case according to a recent study by the Air Transport Association of America.

The quality of commercial airline service degrades each year and becomes less foregiving, which requires passengers to find strategies like these to aid check in, improve seat assignment and take control of the travel experience.

Tips on how to find and use a good travel agent.

China is one of the largest nations in the world and remained largely self governed and independent of other nations for most of its history. Through Opium wars and unequal treaties made by the winning parties, China slowly started to loose ground...

Even though flying is the most common method of travel, some of these simple travel tips may be overlooked by most passengers. For a comfortable, hassle-free trip, consider these tips and travel in comfort.

The eventual demise of imperial China was firmly rooted in successive movements from first the intellectual community in 18th and 19th century China, and much like other European revolutions - the French Revolution in particular.

If you enjoyed the "Airline Humor (part one)" posting, come laugh with me some more! Additional airline humor...compiled in combination of my own personal stories as well as some found on the world wide web. Enjoy!

Some of you have never flown on an airplane before and it shows. For those of you who are seasoned travelers, these tips from an airline reservations agent can apply to you, too. It's basically an 1-800 etiquette lesson.

There is a lot to see and do in Hong Kong, but the main activity is shopping

The Orient is a totally different place from the western civilizations in public behavior as well as business practices. When doing business in Hong Kong it is very important to understand protocol, etiquette and acceptable manners.

Wedding's in Hong Kong include many traditions that are handed down from generation to generation in China. But depending on what province they are from in China they observe very different forms of this tradtion.

Three days in Hong Kong is a perfect introduction to the city. Read my travelogue,and learn about some of the fabulous things to do.

During my recent trip to Hong Kong, I had the pleasure of dining at Perfect Vegetarian Foods, and it was delicious. This fine restaurant serves all kinds of mock meat dishes.

Traditional norms of Hong Kong film compared and contrasted with the aesthetics of Johnny To's film, Heroic Trio.

The United States' view of Hong Kong action cinema's rise in the 70's to its decline in the 80's to its resurgence in the 90's and 21st century.

Hong Kong is the best international destination for a woman traveling alone and perhaps the best city in the world. I am a 37 years young woman who travels alone internationally quite often, and I just returned from my vacation to Hong Kong.

This paper discusses Hong Kong and Vietnams collective interests, dominant religions on cultural values, view of American ideas and practices, and what to do & what not to do when doing business with them.

The Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival is a free festival in August featuring music, crafts, and other events and of course, the dragon boat races on the lake at Flushing Meadows Park.

Do you live in the San Diego area and love Chinese food? Then this restaurant will help your appetite. The Hong Kong Restaurant is located in the Hillcrest area of San Diego.

Hong Kong gambles on all kinds. You can bet on horse racing, horse trotting, dog racing, Mahjong, cards playing, or anything. You can buy things from all the world cheaply

The Heritage Foundation has published a new web memo on recent elections in Hong Kong that could spur democratic movements.

Ten Wonderful Things To Do In Hong Kong

Even if you avoid buffets, give the Hong Kong King Buffet a try.

This is a review of Hong Kong Phooey: The Complete Series DVD.

A look at common theme of love and social isolation in stories by Hong Kong writers.

Open 7 days a week, the Hong Kong Buffet is one of Northeast Wisconsin's best kept secrets. Wisconsin is often mistaken as a "meat & potatoes" state, but tucked away just off 151, you'll find some of the best Chinese dishes this side of the Mississippi.

A news story announcing Cathay Pacific Airline's newest aircraft order.

A short news story on the newest purchase by Cathay Pacific Airlines.

Cathay Pacific Airways has recently announced a purchase for 17 new Boeing aircraft.

Hong Kong is another area where US citizens can look when trying to adopt an child from abroad. Hong Kong has no residency requirements for United States citizens wishing to adopt.

Awesome action straight from the textbooks provides the most fun Hong Kong cinema in some time.

A review of my experience with Hong Kong Supplies, a digital photography equipment company.

After the economic success of Japan in the 1950s and 1960s, four economies, namely, Taiwan, Korea, Singapore, and Hong Kong, developed from backward conditions to newly industrialized economies, or NIEs, in the 1970s and 1980s.

June 23, 2007, marked the passing of an historic event that has impacted the lives of millions of people the world over, myself included. Hong Kong has tipped its head in acknowledgment of the passing of 10 years under the flag of mainland China.

Diner kitsch meets Chinese buffet. This is Hong Kong Buffet in a nutshell - and thank goodness for it. Situated along a busy commercial stretch of highway, Hong Kong Buffet is a delight to come upon in the midst of fast-food nirvana.

A Hong Kong university student journal columnist has started quite a controversy. So much so, that many Hong Kong residents are now rallying to ban a book in Hong Kong -- the Bible.

Hong Kong is one of the most exciting places in the world to visit; there is no end to the things you can find within this one-of-a-kind tourist destination!

A fugitive who raped his own daughter and placed videos of the acts on the internet will now face justice.

A remote controlled electronic device that could have shot darts into the bellies of horses at the starting gate, was discovered by a track employee. The mechanism was concealed with grass-colored tape.

For the first time in six months, the deaths of more than a hundred ducks were attributed to the H5N1 virus in Thailand.

A look at prositution that's free of stereotypes and, perhaps unfortunately,skin.

A few colorful and light-hearted attractions in time for the holiday.

There is an e-mail scam making the rounds in the United States that you might not have run into yet: The Money Mule email scam. Don't fall victim to it.

There's no snow in Hong Kong, but when it comes to celebrating the holidays, this city is always in full blast and top brass. No wonder it's the city that never sleeps.

McAfee - a leading maker of computer protection software - released it's second "Mapping the Mal Web Revisited" report. The new number one least safe top-level domain (TLD)? Hong Kong (.hk)

Are you a parent who is looking to get started with your Christmas shopping soon? If you are, you may find issues with time. That is why many parents find themselves Christmas shopping with their children right at their sides.

A rundown of strategies and tips for Black Friday shopping. Plan your shopping trip beforehand; know what you're shopping for and when; and know the in-store strategies for getting what you want.

The intersection at Sixth and Lamar in Austin provides a unique shopping experience, from Whole Foods to Waterloo Record Store to Book People. The attraction is the center of the Warehouse District.

The day after Thanksgiving is also known as Black Friday. During this day you can get some of the best deals for your holiday shopping. Check out my guide for some of the best deals in the New York City area.

The holidays are stressful enough with all the family gatherings, social paries, baking, gift buying, and headchaes. So, to make your your holiday shopping a little less stressful, here's some rules to follow...

Branch out of the mall and check out the Brownstone Shops in Arlington, Texas. Zoom to the town of McKinney for modern shopping in an old town square. And enjoy shopping bliss at a chocolate store in Dallas. 'Tis the season to make shopping fun.

Now that the holiday season is officially upon us, it's time to hit the stores. Not so fast, it appears more people are spending time shopping online. According to a recent poll from Consumer Reports the average consumer spends 10 hours of their holiday shopping online.

Pike Place has it all: food, gifts, art...shopping here is way more fun than the local mall.

Many parents are entering the holiday toy shopping season with great fear. They are not sure what items are safe for their children and which aren't. They can't be blamed with all the recalls. Etoys does have some tips for them though to help pick out safe holiday toys.

Trader Joe's offers some of the most unique shopping in Lakeview. From the excellent coffees, great beer selection, incredibly healthy snacks and entrees to Trader Joe's famous Chai mix, this store has it all.

This article explores holiday stress in shopping malls and the increase of online shopping and the benefits from it.

Not all parents have the option of leaving their children at home when Christmas shopping. If you are stuck bringing the kids along, here is your ultimate guide to shopping, keeping the kids happy, and still keeping your sanity, even amidst all the "deal-fighting" folks.

More people are trying Christmas shopping online. There are many good reasons- save gas, save time, and save money. Plus, many online Christmas merchants have perks like free shipping, free or inexpensive gift wrapping, free gifts with purchase, and more.

I discovered the joys of shopping in Canada, our usually northern neighbor.

Too many people wait until December to start Christmas shopping. Here are some reasons why you should start today.

Green Bags are a reusable bag when shopping for groceries or anything for that matter.

Have you made your list and checked it twice? Do you know which store has the best deals? Before rushing out the door, make sure you have taken time to prepare for your Black Friday shopping experience.

Below are a few tips and explanations to help you make the informed choice when shopping 'green'.

Shopping at thrift stores is a great place to find good merchandise at low prices. If you walk into a thrift store, you will find many types of people from different income levels looking for that hidden treasure.

If you are clueless what to buy for your loved ones, friends or Co-workers you may want to take a trip with me through my favorite Gift Shopping Websites. From Gifts for the littlest ones to gifts for the discerning Adult...

Guess what? If you organize your shopping plans you will spend at least one third less than you normally do!

Shopping in Bangkok is the best in the world. Follow these few great tips and you'll enjoy it even more.

Purse snatchers, muggers and other criminals love the holiday shopping season. These tips will help you deter the bad guys and gals without ruining the fun of the holidays.

Headed to Amish country? There is plenty of Christmas shopping to be done in Arthur, IL. From crafts, antiques, and handmade Amish furniture, you can find a unique gift for that special someone on your shopping list.

Although finding a legitimate mystery shopping site is almost impossible to find, they do exist. When you do find that coveted link, however, don't quit your day job.

In a radius of 6 city blocks, LES (Lower East Side) offers a surprising array of shops for all the people in your life. Holiday shopping has gotten a lot more interesting and finally a lot more fun.

Most stores discount their items up to 75-80% during the first week of the New Year where you'll find everything from calendars to candles to pre-lit trees. If you're looking for yet another excuse to go shopping, here are some tips to make your venture that much better.

Many of Europe's larger airports have more storefronts than the average shopping mall. Savvy shoppers can use their airport layover time to get ahead on their holiday shopping.

China has always been known as a land where a 'rich' American or European can eat like a king for the price of peasant. While the price of food in China has increased slightly as...

Regardless of their specific disability, disabled people can travel most anywhere today via most modes of transportation. But they need to plan their trip well. Herewith are the nuts and bolts on how to do that!

Traveling to Seoul can be a culturally rewarding experience, but the shopping is fabulous, too!

Backpacking in China will no doubt lead to interesting dining experiences. The food is very different from that of Western culture, and comes in a variety of flavors, dishes, and tastes. There is....

Asian countries are known for their gift-giving traditions. China is, perhaps, a more delicate location than others when it comes to gift giving, as their communist government tends to see....

China should realize that safety and quality control are required if a mining operation is to continue operating at full capacity or if a manufacturing operation is to stay in business because they offer a high quality product manufactured with safety in mind.

Who's next to get poisoned by China's food products? Can China guarantee our Olympic athletes will be safe while consuming their food?

How does the internal affair of Tibet and the People's Republic of China become all the more complex when the United States is involved? Is it a move for political destabilization for the benefit of American imperialism?

China as a emerging nation has consolidated industries, developed manufacturing power, organized global commerce and tapped domestic retail and consumer markets. U. S. Consumers are now prisoners of their own checkbooks as jobs fade, and markets dwindle.

I haven't explored this from a recessionary and ecological perspective. What are the chances they'll be use during the Olympic Games