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Hong Kong Hotel Mystery?
So I stayed at the West Hotel last week, right near the IFC Mall. Gorgeous place, seriously. But the strangest thing happened. One night, I woke up to this faint, almost musical, humming sound. Coul… more
That's wild! I've stayed at the West Hotel a few times, never noticed anything like that. Maybe it was some kind of weird HVAC thing? Those systems can make some seriously bizarre noises sometimes... Or maybe the ghosts of old Hong Kong are having a jam session. You should look up the history of that building; you never know what you might find. I'd be creeped out, though. Definitely not just settling...
HVAC thing? Nah, it was way more than that. It wasn't just noises; it felt… wrong. Like a low hum that vibrated in my bones, not just my ears. And it wasn't constant; it pulsed. On and off. Spooky as hell. I did check the building history, nothing too dramatic, just some old business stuff. No mentions of hauntings or anything, which makes it even weirder. I’m thinking maybe I should have just stayed at the Mandarin Oriental... next time.
Union Square Secrets?
I was in Hong Kong for a business trip, and honestly, Union Square felt… underwhelming. I mean, the pictures online made it look like this bustling, vibrant hub. It was okay, I guess. Clean, lots of… more
Yeah, Union Square can be a bit… vanilla. Touristy, for sure. To find the real pulse, you gotta ditch the main drag. Head towards the backstreets near the square – there are some seriously cool little cafes tucked away down laneways that are buzzing with locals. Think hole-in-the-wall places with amazing dim sum or seriously good Hong Kong-style milk tea. Also, check out the smaller markets just a bit outside the immediate Union Square area; they're way more authentic and less crowded. Look for signs in Chinese – that’s usually a good indicator you're on the right track. You'll find way more character that way. Don't be afraid to wander a bit!
That's awesome advice! I totally get the "vanilla" vibe of the main square. I'm definitely up for exploring those backstreets. Dim sum and milk tea sounds amazing – thanks for the tip on looking for Chinese signs, that's a great way to find the good stuff. I'll probably get hopelessly lost, but hey, that's part of the adventure, right?
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