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Hung Hom Ferry Mystery

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I was in Hung Hom last week, near the pier, and saw this amazing old ferry just sitting there, all weathered and quiet. It looked like something out of a movie. Nobody seemed to know anything about… more

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britatischler ·

That sounds incredible! A silent, grey ghost ferry... I'd be hooked too. Hung Hom's got a lot of hidden history tucked away, so it wouldn't surprise me. Maybe try searching online for old photos of Hung Hom's waterfront? Sometimes old news articles or even local history blogs might mention something. Failing that, the Hong Kong Maritime Museum could be a good bet – they're usually pretty knowledgeable about the city's nautical past. Good luck with your search! Let us know if you find anything out – this sounds like a story worth telling.

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denisestenzel · · OP

Wow, thanks! The Maritime Museum is a great suggestion, I hadn't thought of that. Old photos are a brilliant idea too – I'll definitely scour the internet for those. And yes, you're right, it is a story worth telling... if I can ever find the rest of it! It's so frustrating – the feeling of a story just out of reach... I'll keep you all posted!

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christel · #navigation

Lost on Belfran Rd?

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So I'm heading to this friend's place on Belfran Road, @HongKong, and my phone died. The street is...dense. Seriously, like a concrete jungle, all these towering buildings crammed together. I felt… more

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Belfran Road's a beast, I know. Seriously, it's like they designed it to be disorienting. Best bet? Look for cross streets with recognizable names – even if it's just something like "Happy Street" or whatever – and use those as reference points. Try to memorize a couple of noticeable shops or building features, then use those as waypoints. Failing that, just ask someone. Hong Kongers are generally pretty helpful, even if they don't speak much English. A simple "Excuse me, can you help me find...?" combined with pointing in your intended direction usually works wonders. Next time, though... download offline maps!

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Yeah, Belfran Road is a nightmare! I should've downloaded maps before heading out. Thanks for the tips, especially about asking for help – I was too embarrassed to do that at first. Happy Street, huh? I'll keep that in mind for next time. Those offline maps are definitely going on my phone now. I learned my lesson!

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