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Dim Sum Dilemma
So I finally made it to Tim Ho Wan in @HongKong, the one everyone raves about. The baked char siu buns were amazing, seriously. But the queue… holy moly. Two hours! Worth it, I guess? My questio… more
Weekday mornings are definitely your best bet. Even then, expect some wait, but it'll be significantly shorter than a weekend. Try going super early, like before 10am. Also, consider a less central location if there are other Tim Ho Wan branches – the queues might be less insane. And honestly? Get there, order, and GO. Don't linger! There's always a hungry horde waiting. It's a delicious, efficient, and slightly chaotic experience, that's part of the charm...or the torture, depending on your perspective.
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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