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Whether spending a few days or a few weeks in Hong Kong, there is plenty to see and do to keep visitors occupied and appeal to all tastes.

Hong Kong Book Fair is a week-long book event that attracts publishing professionals and the general public alike.

Travel in Hong Kong is comparatively easy for English-speaking Westerners. But there are tips that can help make Hong Kong a more seamless and memorable experience.

Hong Kong is more than just the skyscrapers and the nightlife. Find out what locals do for fun in this international city.

Tourist companies typically recommend the same tried and true sights and destinations for Hong Kong tourists. But what about the other, hidden gems in this super-city?

Amid complaints about its small size, limited attractions and struggling attendance, Disney and the Hong Kong government reach deal to expand Disneyland Hong Kong.

For business or pleasure, Hong Kong luxury hotels provide peaceful oases with fine dining and spa right at the heart of the city.

Despite increasing competition from Macau's casinos, betting on the horses remains the first choice for Hong Kong's gamblers.

Hong Kong's exports to the U.S. decreased 11.5% in 2007 while American civilian aircraft imports into Hong Kong soared 352%.

Situated on the outskirts of Hong Kong is Tian Tan Buddha, the largest seated outdoor bronze Buddha in the world. A visit to Tian Tan is a perfect escape from the city.

Public transport is very efficient in Asia's World City. But it's possible to balance speed with more relaxed and atmospheric ways of getting around Hong Kong.

For those who enjoy hiking, rock climbing, biking, or water sports, this article offers a guide to the exciting outdoor activities in Hong Kong.

The savage fight for Hong Kong lasted only 18 days but claimed the lives of hundreds of Canadian soldiers during battle and in the miserable prisoner-of-war camp.

Visitors to Hong Kong have little trouble navigating the city as, when it comes to public transport, Hong Kong shows how it should be done.

Escape the busy city in the walking paths and hiking trails of the parks in Hong Kong.

Among the world's greatest tourist destination, Hong Kong arguably is the most fascinating for western travelers. And on clear days, it's among the most beautiful, too.

Cafe Deco features some of the most amazing views over Hong Kong from its stylish, contemporary restaurant.

Quality, variety and the talent of local chefs are the hallmarks of the food scene in Hong Kong, a city hailed by many as Asia's culinary capital.

Hong Kong is positioning itself as the Asian hub for the trading and distribution of wine, as wine sales in China continue to rise.

A staple of Hong Kong comics, Alfonso Wong's Old Master Q has been a manhua favourite for over 45 years because of its straightforward humour and candid point of view

The financial crisis and a wealth of alternative entertainment opportunities are making life difficult for the Hong Kong Jockey Club.

Here are the latest news from the Hong Kong dining scene, including new restaurants and bars to sample along with some foodie dates for your diary.

No one visiting Hong Kong should miss out on a trip to the Peak. Towering over the Central business district, it's been a must-see since Hong Kong was founded in 1842.

Even in the heart of Hong Kong it's possible to see and photograph birds close up. No time to travel to Mai Po Marshes? There are two easy place in downtown to visit.

The quality and range of Hong Kong goods is amazing, from souvenirs to bespoke suits, latest electronic wizardry, exquisite jade, china, silk, designer bags and clothes.

Hong Kong is a great place to live, but as with any foreign country, it can take some getting used to. Start with these simple tips to get oriented and settled.

At odds with its image of only caring about money, Hong Kong is home to Asia's premier arts festival, showcasing the arts of east and west.

Lantau Island is home to some of Hong Kong's most varied tourist attractions, from hiking trails to Buddhist retreats to a Disneyland with Chinese characteristics.

Hong Kong now claims to be the new culinary capital of Asia. The range is stunning, from street stall to Pacific Place mall, and snake meat to thousand-year-old eggs.

For runners thinking of running a marathon in Hong Kong in January or February, the following is a must read.

Great Britain ceded Hong Kong to China after ruling the colony for over 150 years. The sun may have set on the British Empire here but the afterglow is still evident.

Hong Kong isn't just one island, but lots of them. The biggest is Hong Kong Island, and also included is a tip of the Asian mainland. One Hong Kong Map won't be enough.

Nearly every film coming out of Hollywood has been influenced in some way by Hong Kong cinema.

Hong Kong, the business hub of South Asia, plans to boost its credit-crunch-hit tourism sector by using the old Kai Tak airport site for a brand new cruise terminal.

'The World of Suzie Wong' - and Noel Coward, James Bond and James Clavell's 'Tai-pan' can still be glimpsed among the skyscrapers of Hong Kong, but it takes some finding

Never been to Southeast Asia? There's no better way to see it than by traveling aboard Crystal Symphony, a floating hotel delivering six-star luxury and exotic ports.

Donkey Kong Jungle Beat is a forgotten gem that any Nintendo fans should play, but the effect of the Wii version's improvements is questionable.

From teddy bears to boatrides, toys to street-market trinkets, live monkeys to light shows, Hong Kong can be a pint-size paradise.

Hong Kong's first International Jazz Festival takes place from November 16-22, 2008 at venues across the city.

The waters of the Pearl River Delta are home to the little-studied. and startlingly pink, Chinese white dolphin.

Touring Hong Kong in one day doesn't seem possible. But when you focus on the main city highlights it is doable. Here's one writer's 24 hours in the big city.

Century old buildings, shops crammed with Chinese ceramics, street markets, and hundreds of restaurants, all within easy reach in the heart of Hong Kong.

Covering eight hectares of prime real estate in the centre of the city, Hong Kong Park offers a welcome respite from the urban hurly-burly.

Hong Kong remains a monument to consumerism, but there is a growing awareness in this Special Administrative Region of China of the need to protect the environment.

Hong Kong is undoubtedly one of the world's best cities for strolling. And the walks - worth thousands of dollars in memories - don't cost a dime.

Director Johnny To follows up The Mission with a stylised gangster shootout film with strong Western influences. Cast from The Mission, also stars Nick Cheung & Josie Ho.

Wong Sze-ma's lovingly crafted comic strip about a boy and his father is a nostalgic look at parenting and life in Hong Kong

Most savvy international business travelers are well aware of visa and immigration requirements. Foreign income tax reporting requirements are still a mystery to many.

More about Stephen Chow's special brand of humor and why Kung Fu Hustle is just the tip of the iceberg for the Western audience.

Hong Kong was a British colony for over 150 years, so it's an easy city to navigate since all the signs are in English as well as Chinese.