"JIS" (devilz4u)
06/27/2014 at 13:49 • Filed to: None
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"JIS" (devilz4u)
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I'm in HK from 06/27 to 08/04 on business, but I'll have some time to wander around after hours, on the weekends, and a week after after my business here is completed. I'm interested in the food and culture, but would prefer not to walk or hike too much. Any suggestions, Oppo? Anything is welcome; places to eat, things to see, and activities to enjoy.
Here is a picture of my "poser engine noises pumped through the speakers" ride back home for your time.
For Sweden
> JIS
06/27/2014 at 13:53 |
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A month in a Hong Kong hotel? I hope you've signed up for the rewards program.
mr_gofast
> JIS
06/27/2014 at 13:54 |
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tokyobay skyline could probably help.
Evan, Pope Of Jalopnik by Self-Appointment
> JIS
06/27/2014 at 13:54 |
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Oh my...that's quite a nice car you have sir. Very much approve. How do you like it? Wish I could add to your travel tips.
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JIS
> For Sweden
06/27/2014 at 13:55 |
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SPG!
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For Sweden
> JIS
06/27/2014 at 13:57 |
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At Hong Kong rates, you should have enough points to buy the hotel when you leave.
jariten1781
> JIS
06/27/2014 at 13:58 |
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You don't have to walk anywhere in HK... Taxis are super cheap (like <5 bucks for a mile) and there are taxi stands everywhere (all hotels and most major areas). I've always been busy in the day when I was there, but Lan Kwai Fong is where I hung out in the evenings. There's approximately 1 billion bars/restaurants there with a good mix of locals and tourists.
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JIS
> Evan, Pope Of Jalopnik by Self-Appointment
06/27/2014 at 14:05 |
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The M6 is a great car for the road, but I think it is a bit too heavy for real track use. I like it a lot. People will knock on it for having "fake" engine noises and being too soft, but I like that I can have a quiet cabin to enjoy my B&O stereo when I want and that my buttocks will be massaged as I go whatever number of miles per hour my nanny state wants me to go; all the while retaining the ability to hang the tail out in corners and accelerate to almost any speed in no time.
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JIS
> mr_gofast
06/27/2014 at 14:06 |
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Thank you for letting me know. Now summoning Tokyobay Skyline...
Jagvar
> JIS
06/27/2014 at 14:06 |
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Visit SPS Automotive Performance . They're the official Ferrari, Maserati, McLaren, Bugatti, and Pagani destination of Hong Kong.
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Evan, Pope Of Jalopnik by Self-Appointment
> JIS
06/27/2014 at 14:07 |
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Sounds about right. Would love to have one of these, maybe in the future. They are very fast.
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mr_gofast
> JIS
06/27/2014 at 14:08 |
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now if that doesnt help, i have a personal friend living in HK now and for the last 18mths..im sure he knows whats going on and whats good., i could always ask him.
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JIS
> jariten1781
06/27/2014 at 14:11 |
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Yes, I've noticed that the taxis are amazingly cheap, but many taxi drivers do not seem to speak or understand english. I'm considering using Uber, but I'm not sure if it will be any better.
I'll make sure to check out Lan Kwai Fong when I get the chance. Thanks!
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JIS
> For Sweden
06/27/2014 at 14:12 |
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If I manage to buy the hotel with my points, I'll give out free nights to everyone on Oppo!
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JIS
> Jagvar
06/27/2014 at 14:15 |
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Oh, looks interesting. Thanks for letting me know. That's one place I'll be sure to visit!
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JIS
> mr_gofast
06/27/2014 at 14:16 |
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Thank you for the offer!
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JIS
> Evan, Pope Of Jalopnik by Self-Appointment
06/27/2014 at 14:20 |
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It really is a nice car. Hope you add one to your collection soon!
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jariten1781
> JIS
06/27/2014 at 15:14 |
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Pull out map either on phone or paper and just point to where you want to go. Works pretty well. Also the concierge at the hotel can write out the instructions and you can just hand them to the driver. I've never stayed at a hotel there where the concierge was not fluent in English.
Aston Martin Vespertine
> JIS
06/27/2014 at 15:18 |
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If you're ever in a hankering for seafood, go to Sai Kung. It's a small fishing town that's several hours travel away from Kowloon but it has the best seafood in all of Hong Kong and one of the best in all of Asia. There's restaurant on the seafront (I forgot at the moment what it's called) which is regarded as the best seafood restaurant in all of HK - so good, in fact that you need to be wary about copycats. Quite a few restaurants on the seafront stole their name outright so you'd notice several restaurants with the same name. Once you find the original, prepare to be blown away.
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JIS
> jariten1781
06/27/2014 at 16:42 |
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That's exactly what I've been doing, but le hassle . I'm just getting lazier with my age it seems.
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JIS
> Aston Martin Vespertine
06/27/2014 at 16:52 |
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Thank you for your advice. Sounds like quite the trip, but now I know where to go if I want really fresh seafood.
TwinCharged - Is Now UK Opponaut
> JIS
06/27/2014 at 20:53 |
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I could help!
…except I'm in Japan right now…
When I get back to the hotel later, I'll try and give you some tips!
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JIS
> TwinCharged - Is Now UK Opponaut
06/28/2014 at 03:02 |
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Thanks! I look forward to hearing from a local(?) Opponaut!