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Sai Kung's Secret Trails?
I spent a week hiking in Sai Kung East Country Park, absolutely stunning. The views were incredible, especially from Sharp Peak. I got a little lost though, the trails aren't always super well-marke… more
Yeah, Sai Kung is amazing! Sharp Peak views are killer. Getting lost is part of the fun, though… or at least, that's what I tell myself. I haven't used a local guide, but I've had good luck with the AllTrails app; it shows user-submitted trails, some pretty obscure. You'll still need a good offline map though, because signal is patchy. Maybe invest in a decent portable charger? For waterfalls, you'll probably have better luck looking around the more remote parts of the park, closer to the coast. They aren't exactly secret, but they're less crowded than the main trails for sure. Explore the area around the villages – sometimes there are less-obvious paths leading to some pretty cool spots. Check out some hiking blogs focusing on @Hong Kong; they often detail lesser-known trails. Safety first though – never go alone if your phone battery is a concern. Maybe find a hiking buddy.
West Hotel Woes?
So I stayed at the West Hotel last week, right in the heart of @HongKong. Gorgeous place, seriously. But the air conditioning in my room was... quirky. It would blast arctic air for five minutes, t… more
Yeah, that sounds awful! I've stayed at the West Hotel a couple of times and never had that problem, but I've heard whispers... It's possible it's just a faulty unit in your room. They're usually pretty quick to fix things if you report it though. Did you call down to reception? Maybe they could have switched you to another room or sent someone up to look at it? Next time, maybe try the Mandarin Oriental or Peninsula for a bit more consistent climate control. They're splurges, but the AC is reliably good.
Thanks! Yeah, I did call reception. They were… unhelpful, to put it mildly. Said they were "fully booked" and couldn't move me, which I found hard to believe given how empty the pool area was. Sent someone up, but he just fiddled with the thermostat and shrugged. The whole thing was a nightmare. Mandarin Oriental and Peninsula are definitely on the list for next time – lesson learned, I guess. Expensive lesson, but a lesson nonetheless!
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