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Updated on November 6, 2025November 6, 2025Hong Kong Travel Guides

Top things to do in Hong Kong from Sightseeing to Shopping

A polished courtyard at 1881 Heritage lined with trimmed potted shrubs and classic round lanterns, leading to escalators and surrounded by colonial and modern buildings. The wet pavement hints at recent rain, offering a quiet pause in one day in Hong Kong.

The list of top things to do in Hong Kong is an endless one. From shopping to sightseeing, Hong Kong offers even the pickiest of travellers something special to see and buy.

Floor-to-ceiling windows frame an uninterrupted view of Hong Kong Island’s glittering skyscrapers, making it a perfect spot to watch the nightly Symphony of Lights show. Aqua restaurant is one of Hong Kong’s most iconic dining destinations, offering a luxurious experience with some of the best panoramic views of the Victoria Harbour skyline.

Updated on November 5, 2025November 5, 2025Hong Kong Travel Guides

Best Hong Kong Food Experiences for Gourmet Travellers

My top Hong Kong food experiences for flavour seekers. I’ve been lucky to get to savour flavours at restaurants ranging in prices from mid-tier to premium, fine-dining. You’re in the right place if you want to know where to find the best traditional dim sum, where to do affordable fine-dining, and where are some of the best restaurants with a view of the impeccable Victoria Harbour.

A harbour cruise boat sails across Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong, with the iconic skyline in the background, including the tall International Finance Centre (IFC) tower, the Bank of China building, and the Hong Kong Observation Wheel under cloudy skies.

Updated on November 5, 2025October 29, 2025Hong Kong Travel Guides

Catch The Best Views Of Victoria Harbour Hong Kong

You want to know where are the best views of Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong? I’ll tell you exactly which free spots you should head to, which fine-dining restaurants you should go to for the view, and which luxury hotels you should stay in for the best views of Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong.

A traditional Chinese junk boat with red sails glides across Victoria Harbour under a cloudy sky, with the iconic Hong Kong skyline rising in the background. This scenic view captures the cultural and modern contrast perfect for a Hong Kong travel itinerary in 3 days.

Updated on November 5, 2025October 22, 2025Hong Kong Travel Guides

5 Day Itinerary Hong Kong: See the Best without Rushing

You’re ecstatic because you have 5 days to visit the fantastic and frenetic city of Hong Kong. Whether you’re city hopping or planning a dream trip to Hong Kong, my Hong Kong 5 day travel guide will make sure you see the top highlights while prioritizing a breezy travel pace. The city might be chaotic, but your travel plans won’t be.

Birds eye-view of the Kowloon and Victoria Harbour skylines. Skyscrapers dot the skylines of Hong Kong. Perfect stop for your one day in hong kong itinerary.

Updated on November 5, 2025August 13, 2025Hong Kong Travel Guides

Tips Hong Kong First Time Travellers Should Know

In this guide, you’ll get my best travel tips Hong Kong visitors need to know. I share my favourite top sights every first timers should visit, must-try dim sum dishes, and tips on where to stay and shop.

A cozy interior of Joe Beef restaurant in Montreal, with two wooden booths set for dinner under soft pendant lighting and surrounded by vintage art and floral wallpaper, perfect for a memorable meal during a long weekend in Montreal. The eclectic decor and warm glow create an inviting, intimate dining atmosphere.

Updated on September 11, 2025July 18, 2025Canada Travel Guides

The Best Places to Eat in Montréal From Street Food To Fine-Dining

Montréal is Canada’s little Europe. And like all amazing cities: where do you go to find the best places to eat in Montréal? It can be overwhelming to try to find the tastiest restaurants, so I’ve compiled a list of my favourite restaurants in Montréal.

Streetview of shops in old town montréal where you can spend the long weekend.

Updated on July 16, 2025July 9, 2025Canada Travel Guides

My Ultimate Guide to Spending the Perfect Long Weekend In Montréal

The perfect long weekend in Montréal only requires that you love great food and old world charm. It’s the perfect city in Canada to escape to for European romanticism without having to fly over the Atlantic.

Tourists walk and feed pigeons in front of the ornate facade of the Doge’s Palace in Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy. The Gothic arches and intricate stonework highlight the city’s rich history, making this a top feature in any Venice Italy travel guide and a compelling reason when asking is it worth visiting Venice.

May 21, 2025May 18, 2025Italy Travel Guides

Chloe’s Guide to How to Spend a Day in Venice, Italy

A perfect 1 day itinerary in Venice, I truly believe, involves strolling through the narrow streets to enjoy the rich history of this fantastical floating city. See below for some of the best things to do in Venice in one day to prioritize what you want to experience.

A line of traditional Venetian gondolas docked at wooden piers on a cloudy day, with black iron lamps overhead and the calm waters of the lagoon in the background. A must-see experience for any visitor looking for suggestions on what to do in Venice in 1 day, especially for those seeking a classic gondola ride.

Updated on May 18, 2025May 14, 2025Travel Guides Italy

Is it worth visiting Venice? My ultimate travel guide to Venice, Italy

Is it worth visiting Venice? I’ve been there 5 times in the last 10 years and I can emphatically say Yes, Venice is worth visiting. I know the city may sound overrated and over travelled. And yes overtourism is a problem in Venice when visitors descend upon it during cruise season. But it’s still a city worth visiting at least once in your lifetime. My ultimate Venice, Italy travel guide will cover the highlights and hidden gems this floating city has to offer.