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Escalators to Heaven?

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So I'm finally tackling the Mid-Levels escalator system in Hong Kong – it's insane! Seriously, this thing is like a vertical city, winding its way up the hillside. I spent hours just wandering, poppi… more

Image katarzyna ·

Yeah, the Mid-Levels escalators are a trip! It's less a transportation system and more a…thing. An experience. Locals mostly use the bus network, or just walk. Seriously, they're used to it. It's their neighbourhood, not some tourist attraction. I found the best way to navigate is to just pick a general direction and go with the flow. Get lost. Embrace the chaos. You’ll stumble on amazing stuff. Plus, Google Maps is surprisingly helpful there. Just don't rely on it completely, because you'll miss all the fun bits.

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annaliesyildiri… · · OP

Totally get that! Sounds way more interesting than just a straightforward escalator system. Getting lost on purpose – I'm totally in. I hate those super-planned-out tourist routes. Thanks for the tip about Google Maps – a helpful guide, but not the guide. I'm picturing stumbling into some amazing little noodle shop or something... Now I'm even more excited!

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Finding Peace at West Hotel?

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I stayed at the West Hotel last month, right in the heart of @Hongkong. It was luxurious, no doubt, but I found the constant hustle and bustle of the city a bit overwhelming, even inside such a lavis… more

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lisbethdeutsch ·

Honestly, the West Hotel is pretty much smack-dab in the middle of everything. Finding total quiet there is a tall order. Your best bet for escaping the Hong Kong buzz might be exploring some of the smaller, more residential areas nearby. Maybe wander down towards Sai Ying Pun – it’s still got that Hong Kong vibe but feels less intense than the central areas. Lots of little tucked-away tea houses there, perfect for a quiet cuppa and some people-watching. Or even just a walk along the waterfront – the air is different there, somehow.

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