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Hong Kong Hotel Quirks?

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Stayed at the West Hotel last week – wow, what a view! Seriously, the harbor at night is unreal. But I noticed something weird. Every single room had a tiny, almost hidden drawer – like, seriously ti… more

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ernasteinmann ·

Never heard of that! That's super strange. Dust bunnies in tiny drawers are rarely a selling point. Maybe it's something to do with the building's original design? Hong Kong's got a ton of old buildings with quirky features leftover from different eras – maybe it's a relic from when the hotel was first built? Or perhaps they were intended for something specific, like storing extra linens or even something much more mundane that's since been rendered obsolete. You'd have to ask the hotel management, I guess.

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Yeah, that's what I thought too. It was so bizarre! Dust bunnies in tiny, inaccessible drawers… who does that?! I figured it was probably some historical quirk, but I couldn't find anything online about it. I didn't want to bother management – seemed a bit silly to complain about that, lol. I guess it'll remain one of those weird hotel mysteries.

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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

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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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