Many Filipinos have developed a penchant for leisure travel. It has become common to go on package tours, follow fixed itineraries, or use must-see lists as references on where to go. What if you could instead use a fun tool to help you plan your next Hong Kong trip according to your travel type?
Discover your best Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Tourism Board profile generator provides you with highlight attractions that can be the center of your unforgettable Hong Kong trip. Simply answer a few questions about your travel style then upload a photo of yourself! The tool creates your travel profile, recommends Hong Kong spots you are most likely to enjoy, and produces an AI-generated photo of you enjoying a moment in Hong Kong.
Attempting to create an itinerary, we gave the tool a spin. Answering the micro quiz yielded the classification of Wilderness Luminary, someone inspired by the great outdoors and encourages others to embrace the beauty of our natural world.
With this profile came recommendations of the most ideal nature spots to visit.
Lantau Peak – a hike up the second highest peak in Hong Kong will be challenging but the panoramic views will be well worth the effort.
Tai O Fishing Village – seafood and stilt houses introduce you to the fishing culture of the area.
Kam Shan Country Park – known for wild monkeys and scenic views, you can get the chance to observe remarkable wildlife.
Eager to expand the itinerary, putting in a new activity into the quiz brought us to the extended hours of a Nightlife Trailblazer, a fearless trendsetter searching for the next after-hours adventure.
Aqua Luna Cruise – an evening cruise aboard a traditional Chinese junk can be dreamy and romantic.
Argo – ranked No. 9 in Asia’s 50 Best Bars, sip on sophisticated cocktails in unconventional flavor combos.
Ping Pong 129 Gintoneria – enjoy gin and tapas in trendy interiors with a ‘hidden hideout’ vibe.
These are just a few of the many possibilities that may pop up to become the foundations of your most hip Hong Kong trip. Try it out for yourself here.
Hong Kong’s hidden gems
As you build your list of places to visit through a mix of well-known spots and quiet destinations, you can also include some of Hong Kong’s hidden gems. Take a look at these top picks:
Nature and Adventure
Red Incense Burner Summit
What. A. View. The Red Incense Burner Summit is also known as Braemar HIll. The hike up is relatively short but the panoramic view you are rewarded with is more than worth it. Take in Kowloon, Hong Kong Island, and Victoria Harbour in one go as you enjoy the sunset or night views. If you’re not up for the upward trudge, you can take a bus to Upper Braemar Hill and a 5-minute hike to the top.
Cheung Chau
The island is famous for their annual Bun Festival where around 60,000 buns are made for the celebration. You can also visit the Cheung Po Tsai Cave or the 3000-year old rock carving enshrined below a popular hotel.
Arts and Culture
Sham Shui Po Reservoir Tour
The reservoir has been decommissioned for decades but it was originally used to augment water supply in Hong Kong’s early days. Now, visitors can marvel at its brick arches as they listen to the history of not just water distribution in the area but also of its impressive design structure.
Tsz Shan Monastery
The Guan Yin statue that towers over the monastery is 70 meters high and sits on top of a museum that exhibits Buddhist art and relics. Here, you can experience the calm among the hills of Tai Po.
Food and Drink
Tai Ping Koon Restaurant
The longevity of Tai Ping Koon is legendary and it is said to have served well-known public figures from Dr. Sun Yat-sen to Ho Chi Minh to Chow Yun-fat. Famous for their must-try roasted pigeon and baked soufflé, get ready to be immersed in Western and Chinese fusion cuisine.
Kinsman
Wong Kar Wai-inspired interiors drive the mood of this speakeasy where you can relax as you sip on innovative cocktails.
Shop and Play
Mahjong Workshop
How many of us are familiar with the “twittering of sparrows” or the sound of “shuffling” mahjong tiles? You can learn the craftsmanship and artistry that go into each tile through a mahjong carving workshop session as you are introduced to the history of the game. Get to take home your unique creation crafted with your own hands.
The Mills
Spend the day at a centre filled with shops, restaurants, and galleries. Enjoy craft workshops and be in the presence of artisans promoting innovation in art at this creative space.
The journey doesn’t end with these places and activities. There are so many sights to see, activities to participate in, and dishes to fill up on — all in a Hong Kong adventure that’s perfect for you.
Discover more of Hong Kong’s hidden gems as you create your ultimate itinerary. Book your trip now.
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