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Information on Hong Kong |
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Country info
A concise guide to the history, culture and traditions including other relevant
information.
For a breakdown of information on this country select:
Country Guide
Get a feel for City life in:
City Guide
Contact information with no frills at: Tourism Offices Worldwide Directory
The place for maps online: Maps.com
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 Embassy/Visa Details |
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 Emergency Numbers |
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Ambulance, Fire and Police numbers are listed. Marine, Mountain and Consulate (24Hr) Emergency numbers to follow, where applicable.
Police:
Ambulance:
Fire:
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 Health & Safety |
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 Accessibility |
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bakpaka is in the process of researching accessibility for ALL travellers worldwide.
The information being collated reflects the standards and facilities available concerning transport, accommodation, places of interest, leisure pursuits and communication.
Airport facilities and much more at:
World Airport Guide
Students!!! Save now with the ISIC or ISE Card. Discounts on hotels, transportation, museums and more all over the world: ISE Cards and ISIC Cards
It's good to talk, with over 2,500 languages worldwide:
Just say hello
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 Travel Tips/What's on |
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General and country specific tips for backpackers, including things to do and see. We are looking for your input, so email tips & anecdotes letting your fellow backpackers and us know what's happening out there!!!
If you would like to become an author, please email us:
info [AT] bakpaka dot- com
Well-versed in the pursuit of travel:
Lonely Planet online
ECOTOURISM
Responsible travel to natural areas, which conserves the enviroment and sustains the livelihood of local people.
Visit the CI Ecotourism Section of The Ecotravel Centre at:
Ecotourism
For tailor-made experiences take the Travel Link to:
Wildland Adventures
Dragoman
News and comment from around the world:
World News Asia
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 Climate Report/When to go |
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This section will develop into a comprehensive guide to current weather and seasonal trends experienced in this country, and advise on weather related issues affecting places of interest.
Current regional conditions and forecasts:
Weather Asia
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 Accommodation/Cyber Cafes |
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bakpaka is compiling a hostel and budget accommodation guide to suit your needs. In the meantime why not check out the worldwide accommodation options below and through our travel link…
The booking system operated by The International Youth Hostel Federation:
IBN
The 4anything guide to hostels:
Worldwide Accommodations
A comprehensive Cyber Café register is currently under construction.
The most comprehensive guide on the net:
Cyber Cafes
Here's a selection operating in this country:
Kublai's
Third Floor, Capital Place,
18 Luard Road, Wan Chai,
Hong Kong Island.
Tel: 852 2529 9117
Email: webmaster@kublais.com
Hours: 12:30 - 22:30
Pacific Coffee Company
Shop 1022, Level One,
Southern Retail Podium,
International Finance Centre,
Harbour View Street, Central.
Tel: 852 2868 5100
Fax: 852 2868 5158
Email: espresso@pacificcoffee.com
Hours: 07:00-22:00 (Mon - Sat)
09:00-21:00 (Sun)
Pacific Coffee Company
Star Ferry Kowloon,
Star Ferry Terminal,
Tsim Sha Tsui.
Tel: 2367 1750
Fax: 2367 1750
Email: espresso@pacificcoffee.com
Hours: 08:30-21:00 (Mon - Sun)
Xyberia Interactive
China Bear (next to McDonalds),
Mui Wo Centre, 3 Ngan Wan Road,
Mui Wo, Lantau Island.
E-mail: sahr@xyberia.com
Cost/hour: HK$40
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 Travel Advice |
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bakpaka is in the process of building a Travel Information Centre. In the meantime updated travel advice can be found at the following addresses:
Although this information can sometimes be specific, the majority will be of use to all nationalities travelling abroad.
U.S. Citizens
U.K. Citizens
U.S. Customs
U.K. Customs
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