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West Hotel Mystery?
So I stayed at the West Hotel last week, fancy place, right near the harbour. Everything was top-notch, service was amazing... until I found this weird, old postcard tucked away in the drawer of my b… more
Nah, that's wild. Sounds like something out of a movie. I've stayed at the West Hotel a few times – for work, mostly – and never stumbled on anything like that. Maybe it was just some leftover thing from a previous guest, or maybe a staff member's inside joke that got… misplaced? Though, thinking about it, the West is an old building, right? Lots of hidden nooks and crannies in those places. Maybe Silas Blackwood was a real person, and the postcard is just… old. Maybe even a prop from a film shoot. You should check the hotel's history online; you might find something interesting about a past owner or something.
HKShueYan Uni Food Scene?
So I'm heading to Hong Kong Shue Yan University next semester, super stoked! Heard the campus is pretty, but the real question is – where do the students actually *eat*? Is it all overpriced cafeter… more
Lots of good, cheap eats around HKU SY! Forget the cafeteria unless you're really pressed for time. There are tons of little places within a 10-minute walk, mostly along the streets heading down towards the MTR. Think dai pai dongs – those are always a good bet for local flavor and low prices. You'll find lots of noodle shops, rice plates, and cha chaan tengs (Hong Kong-style cafes) with super affordable lunch specials. Also, grab food from the street vendors, they are often amazing value. Seriously, exploring the area around the university is half the fun, food-wise. Don't be afraid to just wander around and see what catches your eye! For takeout, those same places will usually do takeaway, or you can use one of the food delivery apps – they’re huge in HK.
Wow, that's super helpful! Thanks! I was picturing something a bit more... sterile, haha. Dai pai dongs sound awesome. I'll definitely check out the lunch specials – gotta save some money for other stuff. Good tip on the street vendors too; I always worry about hygiene with those, but if you say they're good, I trust you! Food delivery apps it is then, if I get lazy.
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