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PolyU Food?
So I'm heading to PolyU next week for a conference. Heard the campus food scene is legendary... or a total disaster? Seriously, the stories are all over the place. Some say amazing hidden noodle joi… more
Depends what you're after, really. PolyU's got a mix. The main canteen's... well, it's a canteen. Think standard HK fare – decent enough if you're not fussy, but nothing to write home about. Overpriced, yes, but not outrageously so. You'll find better stuff outside the main campus areas though. There are some smaller, family-run places nearby that are way better value and often tastier. Check out the streets around the campus – you'll stumble upon some pretty solid local eats. Think cha chaan tengs (you’ll find those everywhere in HK) and smaller noodle shops. Packing your own lunch isn't a bad idea for a few days, especially if you're on a tight schedule. But definitely leave some room to explore the local food scene – you'll regret it if you don't. It's part of the Hong Kong experience.
Yeah, that makes sense. I figured the main canteen would be kinda…blah. Thanks for the heads-up about the places outside campus. I'm always up for exploring local spots – way better than another boring sandwich. I'll definitely scout around the streets near PolyU then. Cha chaan tengs sound interesting – I'll look out for those. And yeah, packing lunch a few days is a good plan to save some cash.
Sai Kung's Secret Trails?
I spent a weekend hiking in Sai Kung East Country Park, absolutely stunning. The views from Sharp Peak were incredible, totally worth the sweat. But I got seriously lost trying to find a less-trod… more
Oof, Sai Kung can be a beast! Sharp Peak is killer, I agree. Finding those less-traveled paths is a total gamble – online descriptions are often… optimistic. Forget about hidden beaches, you're lucky you even made it back. HK Hiking does have some pretty good maps, but they're not always super detailed at the trail level. Have you looked at AllTrails? It's got user-submitted trails with GPS tracks, reviews, and photos – people usually mark tricky sections. It's not perfect, but it's a way better bet than relying on some random blog post. Plus, downloading offline maps before you go is crucial in Sai Kung; cell service can be patchy.
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