What to pack for Hong Kong

Luggage and bags: Not much clothing is needed if you are going there in the month of May. It is hot and humid with intermittent rainfall. Keep Luggage and Bags to a minimum. Plenty of bags that can be purchased at the Ladies Market if you need for bags for the shoppings.

Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Good walking shoe is required if you are on free-n-easy. A few set of clothing for change when they are wet by end of day due to the hot and humid weather.

Toiletries and Medical Supplies: Where I was staying, there at least 2 pharmacy type shop within 2 minutes walk.

Photo Equipment: Good tripod if you intend to take pictures of the night scene and light display from Tsim Sha Tsui.

Luggage and bags: I am not a light traveler. There is always more to bring home with you! Bring two suitcases on the way there, with one inside the other for souvenirs on your way back! It is also great to have a separate camera bag, for easy access! We want to see all of your photos when you return!

Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: There is a rainy season in Hong Kong, so bring an umbrella! Layers of clothing are always best! You never know what the weather will be!

Toiletries and Medical Supplies: Bring vitamins for the heavy toll of traveling, and something for a headache.

Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: Don't forget your sunglasses!

Miscellaneous: Something to read is always good on the plane! Always have business cards on hand to keep contacts! Keep a journal so you can remember tips to write for VT!

Miscellaneous: I am confidently sure that 99.9% of vt members loves to take pictures and video's. I'm part of that great percentage. The biggest mistake that i have done when i went to Hong Kong is not knowing the electrical voltage in HK which is 220 volts AC, 50HZ. Electrical outlets HK specially hotels take a three-pronged plug. Well, i missed a lot of things to put in my video, the symphony of lights and our trip going to HK disneyland. I failed to take video of Disney's fireworks and The Lion King. This is so depressing, my battery is drained. I had the chance to buy a cheap adoptor in Night Market but whooolllaaahhh.... it does not fit to my videocams outlet. Anyways, im looking forward to go back to HK and putting this in my packing list. Hope you too be cautious with this fellow VT members.

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Luggage and bags: This tip is for a hand carry bag, not everything that we will be taking with us will be going in the suitcase. Important items to carry with you would be IE.. wallet, cell phones, cameras, passports, pens for filling out the customs form before arrival, your favorite stuffed animal, and other valuables. On most of, if not all, the major airlines the flight attendants usually have some kind of activities gift for kids just in case the little ones loose interest in the on-board entertainment center.

Miscellaneous: Keep in mind the limited size and number of bags you can carry with you, Most airlines will charge you an extra fee for having to many or over-sized bags in the cabin with you.
I would recommend checking with your air carrier about what is allowed and what's forbidden to be carried on the aircraft.

Miscellaneous: The standard electrical voltage in HK is 220 volts AC, 50HZ, so you will need an adaptor for your 100-volt appliances and electrical equipment if you are visiting from the US. The majority of electrical outlets in Hong Kong take a three-pronged plug.

Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: One of the things I remember from living in HK is that it was so humid during the summer months that the walls dripped. We could not leave bread outside our refrigerator for a few hours or it would get moldy. So, if you are visiting between March and August, bring a change of clothing as you will be soaked outside. In the winter, a sweater or light jacket is preferred. Our flat did not have central heat, so it sometimes got a little chilly.

Luggage and bags: An umbrella is a must ! There is usually rain in summer in Hong Kong. If you go to the countryside, it is better to get a spray for anti-mosquitos.
Oh ! I haven't bring all the stuff ! No worries. There are thousands of shops which can get them all, like 7-Eleven, supermarkets and convenience stores.

Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Hong Kong is hot in summer, usually it reaches 33C in daytime. But in the night time, the weather may drop to 25C, especially during raining time. Bringing a sweater is a smart choice.
By the way, some shops and plazas are air-conditioned, which can reach 15C ...

Toiletries and Medical Supplies: All these stuff can be bought easily within a to-minute walk. There should be a convenience store or supermarket nearby, even if you are in the countryside! So, just bring some medicine for emergency.

Photo Equipment: Bring a camera with a night mode ! It is easier for you to get beautiful photos from the peak.

Miscellaneous: Bring enough money to Hong Kong ! I am sure you need to do a lot of shopping in Hong Kong ~~~

Luggage and bags: Pack one suitcase inside the other, and pack the inside case with clothes, etc. You'll probably buy more clothes as they are less expensive, and then you'll have a spare suitcase to fill up!

Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Bring comfortable shoes that you can spend the whole day walking. Make sure you have good laces and tread on them. You don't want to try and replace a broken shoelace as your day begins to unfold.

Toiletries and Medical Supplies: Bring a handkerchief. If you're in a hotel, bring a face washcloth. The air can be smoggy and you'll appreciate being able to wipe your face with something clean.

Photo Equipment: Make sure your camera strap is firmly attached to the camera. Don't put it in your back pocket where a pick-pocket can steal it.

Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: If you are visiting during the Rainy Season, bring an umbrella. Find out when the rainy season is. You'll want to avoid it and the months afterwards. I call them the 95 degree, 95% humidity days.

Miscellaneous: Bring bottled water with you. Don't fill your empty water bottles with tap water or you'll get sick. You'll thank me later.
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