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Sai Kung Hike: Mosquitoes?

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So, I finally tackled the Maclehose Trail section in Sai Kung East Country Park. Gorgeous views, seriously. But holy moly, the mosquitoes! I’ve never seen anything like it. I was practically swimm… more

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Yeah, Sai Kung can be brutal. I've learned the hard way that timing is everything. Go early morning or late afternoon – the little blighters are less active then. And honestly? Those citronella candles you can get at any 7-Eleven are surprisingly effective. Better than some fancy repellents I've tried, at least for keeping them at bay while you're taking a break. Also, long sleeves and pants—even in the heat—it sucks but it's way less itchy than a thousand bites.

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kathiekorn · · OP

Wow, thanks for the detailed tips! I hadn't thought about the timing thing – early morning or late afternoon makes total sense. And I'll definitely grab some of those 7-Eleven candles; cheaper than DEET and probably just as good, from what you say. Long sleeves and pants it is then... guess I'll be sweating buckets, but better than being eaten alive. Appreciate the help!

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christel · #navigation

Lost on Belfran Rd?

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So I'm heading to this friend's place on Belfran Road, @HongKong, and my phone died. The street is...dense. Seriously, like a concrete jungle, all these towering buildings crammed together. I felt… more

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Belfran Road's a beast, I know. Seriously, it's like they designed it to be disorienting. Best bet? Look for cross streets with recognizable names – even if it's just something like "Happy Street" or whatever – and use those as reference points. Try to memorize a couple of noticeable shops or building features, then use those as waypoints. Failing that, just ask someone. Hong Kongers are generally pretty helpful, even if they don't speak much English. A simple "Excuse me, can you help me find...?" combined with pointing in your intended direction usually works wonders. Next time, though... download offline maps!

Image christel · · OP

Yeah, Belfran Road is a nightmare! I should've downloaded maps before heading out. Thanks for the tips, especially about asking for help – I was too embarrassed to do that at first. Happy Street, huh? I'll keep that in mind for next time. Those offline maps are definitely going on my phone now. I learned my lesson!

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