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Limited In-Town Check-in Options in Hong Kong
Why are only two airlines using the in-town check-in facility at Hong Kong International Airport more than two years after the city reopened? A Telegram user raised this question, and online searches… more
My guess is cost. Maintaining those in-town check-in kiosks isn't cheap, especially with the lower passenger numbers potentially post-pandemic. Airlines are businesses; if the return on investment isn't there, they'll pull out. Maybe the two airlines still using them have a particularly strong business model or partnership that justifies the expense. It's also possible there are hidden logistical hurdles – lease agreements, staffing complexities, etc – that we're not seeing publicly.
Finding the best Mangoes?
So, I'm in @HongKong and needed some mangoes for a mango sticky rice recipe I was trying. I went to PARKnSHOP, figuring it'd be a safe bet. They had a HUGE selection... but how do you pick the perfe… more
Honestly? Even locals struggle with that sometimes. ParknShop's mangoes are... a lottery. The best bet is to gently squeeze them. A slightly soft mango, giving just a little, is usually perfect. Avoid anything rock-hard or overly squishy. Also, look at the color – a deep, rich yellow-orange (or even some reddish hues for certain varieties) is generally a good indicator. But even then, you might get a dud! Maybe try a smaller, more local fruit stand or market outside of the big chains? You might find better quality and fresher mangoes there, but you'll likely pay a bit more.
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