More Hong Kong

Had a couple of busy days exploring. Walked, ridden buses, taken the MTR. Public transport is just so efficient. Visited many markets including The Wet selling fresh fruits and veg and meats, the ladies, the bird, the flower, goldfish, fish, and dried goods, and streets specialising in certain types of goods, ie computers, or kitchen equipment. Fascinating. Also been over to HK Island and up the Peak. Great view over HK. Also been to Lantau Island to view the Giant Buddha. Into China tomorrow and our first experience of a sleeper.

HongKong

Ensconsed at the Langham Place Hotel which is very well situated for local markets ie the Wet Market Ladies market etcetc. Rather hot and humid. A bustling crowded place but fascinating in the contrast between old and scruffy and new buildings. Went on market cum orientation tour last night and about to do a Cultural tour. The airport is vast and hugely efficient . Melbourne airport could learn a lot.

China/Silk Road. meanderings

Well on the way. Sitting in business class lounge at KL airport waiting for our connection to Hong Kong. Business class , the way to go. No waiting, nice food, plenty of room.