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Unlike London airports where transport for London offers no prominent advice to those visiting the UK, The Octopus card is comprehensively trailed at a dedicated desk at the airport.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18943 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16576
If you have broadband, download the high-res version by following the link below; otherwise you can watch it low-res in eight episodes on youTube by searching for HK cycling bend.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16576 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11202
Being slightly anal about being ripped off I looked at www.appleclub.com.hk/buy/reseller.html figuring that if Apple have allowed them to be authorised resellers then it would be safe to buy there.

To be fair I could have just chosen any branch of Fortress or Broadway, which are the HK versions of Comet and Currys. Also, as in the UK, it is not worth shopping round for iPod's as the price difference is nominal to non existent.

Do beware the 'Bait and Switch' Scam in independent electronic shops where they show you the real item before switching it for a counterfeit product.

One final warning for the other techno-geeks out these is DON'T be taken in by shops offering Duty Free prices as there is no Duty on electronics in HK.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11202 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11201
All you can eat dim sum, sushi, sashimi, miso soup, freshly cooked noodles, sandwiches, quiches, fresh Fruit, chocolate fountain, Haagen-Dazs and cakes. Add all you can drink sparkling dry white wine and a price of HK$200 each (about £15) and you have a full stomach, few drinks, happy wife and happy wallet.

And if you have not had enough you can go back on a Sunday. Less of a buffet, more of a meal, and unlimited champagne instead of Sparkling Wine. HK$250 each.

Saturday Sparkling Tea Buffet is 1pm to 4.30pm.
Sunday Bubbly Brunch is 11.30am to 3pm.
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The initial deposit is 50 HK dollars, minimum credit when purchased is 100HKD. Top up as required.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/5233 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4605 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4605 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4604 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4604 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4600 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4600 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4592 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4592 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4571
The prices are excellent too: You should be able to feed five people for no more than £30 (under 500 HKD).]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4571 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4552
Though very slow, you see virtually the whole of HK island and savour its flavour at street level, jumping off wherever you want - each trip is just HK$1-2 (20p). Avoid rush hour. Watch out for pickpockets. Anyone tall should find a seat quick, or face a crick neck all week.

If there's a few of you, hire your own tram, complete with its own bar for a Friday night trawl. Ask the tourist board.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4552 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4532
Pay HK$10 (about seventy pence) to enjoy the action from the public stand, and whilst there get some of the cheapest lager in town. Either watch the horses hurtle past you from touching distance on the uncovered ground floor, or catch the elevator to the 7th floor of the stand to watch from up high. A wet afternoon in Uttoxeter will never be the same again.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4532 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4531
The atmosphere is fun, and the drinks are reasonably (for HK) priced, with special promotions throughout the week. Check out ladies’ night on Wednesdays (free "champagne" for the women), and do not miss the parties on Friday and Saturday nights.

The best time to get there at the weekend is after 11pm - just as the night is beginning to warm up! Whilst in the area, also be sure to try out Mes Amis 100m away for more of the same and Eboneezer's - the best kebabs in HK.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4531 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4513 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4513 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2108
It has the most amazing view of HK Island. Stupid prices, but just have a small beer and drink in the view. Or, even better, check out the view from the gents.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2108 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4551 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4551