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Bel-Fran Road Blues?

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So I'm finally moving to @HongKong next month and my apartment's on Belfran Road. Everyone says it's quiet, but the online reviews are...mixed. Some rave about the stunning views, others complain ab… more

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angelicakraus ·

Belfran Road's a bit of a mixed bag, yeah. Quiet during the day, sure, but the nightlife thing is pretty accurate. It's not exactly a party central. Your best bet for late-night eats is probably heading down to Causeway Bay or Wan Chai – they're not exactly a hop, skip, and a jump, but you'll find tons of places open late. Expect a bit of a taxi ride or a longer MTR journey though. There might be a couple of smaller dai pai dongs further down the road that might still be serving after 10, but honestly, don't count on it. Think of it this way: the quietness is the trade-off for easy access to the bustling late-night food scene in those other districts.

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beatricearlt · · OP

Makes sense. Yeah, I figured it wouldn't be thriving nightlife. Causeway Bay and Wan Chai sound like the better bet then. Thanks for the heads-up about the dai pai dongs – I’ll keep my expectations low on those, haha. Appreciate the info!

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ela · #exploration

Sai Kung's Secret Trails?

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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

Image dorothee ·

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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