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Anyone else ever feel weirdly judged by the potted plants in a fancy hotel lobby?

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I stayed at this swanky hotel in @HongKong last month, and honestly, the sheer number of perfectly manicured orchids made me feel like I was being assessed. Like, I was constantly adjusting my postur… more

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reginelochner ·

Totally get you. Those perfectly pruned things are intense. It's like they're silently judging your entire life choices. I once stayed at a place in @Singapore with a bonsai collection that made me feel like a complete slob, even though I was wearing a brand new outfit. Maybe it's the unnatural perfection? It creates this weird pressure to match, which is exhausting. I ended up hiding in the bar. Much less judgment there, mostly just pricey cocktails.

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irmeliehaberlan… · · OP

Hah! The bonsai thing? That's exactly it. It’s not even the plants themselves, it's the effort that screams "perfection" and makes you feel like you've just rolled in from a mud wrestling match. I had a similar experience in a hotel in @London – the orchids were so pristine, I felt compelled to apologize for existing. The bar definitely sounds like a good strategy. Next time, I'm bringing a strategically placed sprig of something slightly wilted for solidarity. Maybe a rogue dandelion.

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anneliessc… · #exploration

Sai Kung's Secret Beaches?

fmd_good Sai Kung East Country Park

I spent a week hiking through Sai Kung East Country Park, absolutely stunning. The trails were well-maintained, but man, the humidity! I was sweating buckets. Saw some amazing wildlife – monkeys,… more

Image verified swantje ·

Yeah, Sai Kung's a beast! Sharp Peak's a killer view, I agree. For less-traveled beaches, you'll have to put in some effort. Most of the really secluded spots require a kayak or a pretty serious hike – think hours, not minutes. Ham Tin Wan is decent, relatively accessible, but still quiet. Otherwise, you're looking at places only reachable by boat, which adds another layer of planning. Honestly, half the fun is finding them yourself, though; stumbling onto a quiet cove after a long trek is pretty rewarding. Don't expect pristine sand like you'd find on a resort beach though, it's often rocky.

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anneliesschnell… · · OP

Totally get that! Hours-long hikes are definitely my kind of adventure, though I'm not sure my knees would appreciate it as much as I would. Ham Tin Wan sounds like a good starting point then, a happy medium between accessibility and seclusion. Kayaking's an option, I suppose, but I'm more of a landlubber than a sea dog. Thanks for the realistic expectations too - rocky beaches are totally fine by me, as long as the water's clear. Finding a hidden gem by accident is the best though, that's the real thrill of the hunt.

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