If you’re an expat in Hong Kong, you’ll know that flying home for Christmas can cause a serious blow to your savings. Not to mention the difficulty you’ll have finding an empty seat if you’ve left it to the last minute to book a flight (we’ve all been there). If you’re a seasoned or homegrown Hongkonger, on the other hand, your job might still leave you working throughout the holiday. Whatever the reason, many people will be faced with the prospect of spending Christmas in the 852, but don’t fret – festive cheer can be found around every corner. Here’s how to spend an unexpected Christmas in Hong Kong.
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Get Quizzical
There’s nothing quite like a Christmas quiz to get you into the spirit of things. With the weather set to cool, head indoors with a glass of mulled wine and put your skills to the test. And if that means brushing up on Christmas classic films and tunes in the run-up to quiz night, who are we to argue? Check out the
Best Pub Quiz Nights around town.
Head for the Hills
Winter in Hong Kong typically means one thing – the glorious departure of sticky summers. There’s no better time to go hiking and to tackle one of the city’s many peaks. With the majority of Hong Kong either on holiday, last-minute shopping for presents, or at home with their families, the hiking trails are relatively empty. That means not having to queue to get up Dragon’s Back and skipping the traffic jams on the way to and from Sai Kung. Discover some amazing
hiking routes and tips for Hong Kong.
Join the Circus
If it’s festive fun you’re after, then Hong Kong has a lot to offer. With Christmas almost upon us and Chinese New Year soon to follow, the
AIA Carnival is back with a whole host of new adrenaline-fuelled rides, family-friendly attractions, and games. From classic Christmas performances like
The Nutcracker to pantomimes, and
festive children’s activities to
Christmas markets and fairs, there are plenty of ways to while away a day.
Don Your Flat in Decorations
There’s nothing like a day of decorating to quell any Grinch-like tendencies that may have been brewing. Every little counts, so Spotify your favourite tunes, go to town with the tinsel, and stock up on all manner of Christmas decorations. We’ve put together a list of the best places to buy trees and decorations, to help you on your merry way.
Host a Merry Friendsmas
Friendsgivings have taken off around the world – as people take time to celebrate their loved ones even when their families are far away. So why not put the same spin on Christmas Day in Hong Kong and throw a traditional roast dinner for your nearest and dearest (if you and your kitchen are up to the task, of course). If not (and we can’t say we blame you), then there are loads of delicious
Christmas meals and deals on offer in restaurants around town.
Make it a Season of Giving
It is the season of giving after all, so why not take the time to help those in the community who find themselves in need. There are so many ways to give back in Hong Kong, from Impact HK’s kindness walks to donating old clothes and furniture, to giving blood at the Red Cross. Not only will you be doing something good, but you’ll also
feel good doing it. Unsure where to begin? We’ve put together a
comprehensive guide to charity work in Hong Kong to help you get started.
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