“I felt like I was in two cities at the same time.” Kai Böcking
On the one hand, the ultra-modern, fast and stylish Hong Kong with its modern architecture, wide streets and glittering facades. And on the other hand, just around the corner, the real China: narrow, loud, poor and mysterious. Hong Kong is a city, or perhaps two cities, that you have to discover, experience and understand.
Business Transportation
Of course you can take a taxi in Hong Kong, but the ride on the double-decker Tram Ding Ding. s much more relaxed. From Hong Kong Island to Kowloon you can take the Star Ferry. Tip: enjoy the legendary skyline on the top deck in the dark.
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The world 
lassics are at home in Hong Kong and anything but dusty – so if you are there, then you should definitely experience them here. Be it The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong (F.l.) in the middle of downtown, the Peninsula Hotel or the Ritz-Carlton Hongkong.
In the latter one has probably the most spectacular view. Nowhere else in the world does the guest sleep higher. From the 102nd to the 118th floor, the city lies at one’s feet. In the Peninsula Hotel the shuttle service by Rolls Royce is legendary. During the drive to the hotel, the guest can choose his cocktail from a menu, which is then freshly mixed and waiting for him upon arrival. And anyway: In the Felix Bar of the Peninsula I often fight my jetlag. Philippe Starck has created a stainless steel glass mirror bar whose crew mixes at the world level. A detour to the washrooms is also worthwhile, at least for the men, because the washrooms are located above the roofs of Hong Kong on the outer glass façade.
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Jesus Christ. Anyone who, like me, is a lover of good cuisine thinks he is in paradise in Hong Kong. To get the really best insider tips, you can get inspired by KC Koo, probably the most famous food blogger of the city with his extensive tips. But whether on his blog or in other blogs – the Tim Ho Wan in the unchic district Sham Shui Po in Kowloon is recommended by everyone. And rightly so. The lively restaurant has over 150 different types of cooked dough-coated delicacies at unbeatably low prices (f. r.). And this since 2010 with Michelin star. Try Dim Sum with Pulled Pork and Sesame.
Those who prefer a finer meal should not miss the new Ocean Terminal in Kowloon. In the huge shopping centre there are dozens of bars and restaurants some with breathtaking views of Hióng Kong’s skyline. Fu Rong serves Cantonese cuisine with an international twist. Here comes the onsen egg with a cream of seaweed – delicious. The bar is also highly recommended and offers a wine and cocktail accompaniment to the menu. The view of the brightly lit skyscrapers of Hong Kong Island, including the evening laser show, is priceless.
And when the lights go on in Hong Kong in the evening, it drives people out onto the streets and the Temple Street Market is literally overrun. Of course, you can buy all kinds of cheap fake products here, but I prefer to go there for dinner, look at where most Chinese (and not tourists) sit and relax on the plastic furniture. Ice cooled beer, fresh fish, grilled chicken and all kinds of Chinese culinary challenges are waiting. The waitress is rough and will ask you to leave if you don’t order any more. Terrific!
If you still have time at the weekend, take the ferry to Lamma Island. There you’ll find some of the best fish restaurants in the area. Be sure to try the famous giant crabs. Berlin star chef Tim Raue is also regularly inspired here.
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In addition to night markets, street kitchens, bars and restaurants, the desire for another real, vibrant life – Hong Kong’s favourite hobby – horse betting – is also tempting. The Hong Kong Jockey Club is the richest club in the world. 100 million euros are spent here on a race day – more than all German racecourses manage in two years. Bets start at 1 Euro, and the atmosphere on the race evenings (2 x per week) is breathtaking.
Kai Böcking …
is always flushed by Hong Kong’s rhythm. Faster, higher, further. In a confined space and on all levels with a traditional urge for freedom, even under the Chinese flag. He is convinced that Hong Kong will always remain an exciting world in itself.
Fotos: © iStock.com/IakovKalinin, © iStock.com/danielvfung, Konzack, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, Tim Ho Wan
