Lifestyle in Hong Kong
Expat lifestyle in Hong Kong can be summed in a phrase often associated with the world’s most formidable urban centres, “work hard, play hard”.
Nearly everyone does, and in a place that thrives off perpetuating and amplifying its own city buzz, there’s never a shortage of restaurants to dine in, bars to drink in, clubs to dance in and attractions to enjoy.
People in Hong Kong talk fast, walk fast and eat fast, and the same sense of speed and efficiency is expected in the working world. Days can be long, and demands dwarfing, but once outside the office, locals and foreigners will find there’s just as much opportunity to enjoy ostentatious luxury as there is to absorb the destination’s simple, natural splendour and cultural allure.
As an Asian financial capital that initially attracted foreigners, and still does to some extent, with lucrative salary packages and plenty of perks, Hong Kong can offer up a lifestyle for expats indefinitely tied to wealth.
Foreigners lucky enough to be in this camp may find themselves living a life filled with country clubs, a glamorous home – maybe beachfront, maybe mountaintop, and an endless supply of the world’s highest quality goods ripe for the purchasing.
That said, expats lured overseas with exceptionally attractive salary packages are not as common as in the past, but even foreigners taking home a less than ideal payslip will find they have access to a lifestyle that can leave them fit, entertained and culturally stimulated.
Outdoor activities take priority in this sub-tropical city; there’s hiking trails, beach and boat action, and BBQ areas. Scenic spots are everywhere, it just takes a spirit of adventure and some advanced planning to get the most out of a day.
Not to mention, you don’t need to pay top-dollar to do revelry and retail right, though the nightlife and shopping options catering to expats will be more expensive, there’s a seemingly endless supply of reasonably priced venues and boutiques to suit any budget in Hong Kong.
Nearly everyone does, and in a place that thrives off perpetuating and amplifying its own city buzz, there’s never a shortage of restaurants to dine in, bars to drink in, clubs to dance in and attractions to enjoy.
People in Hong Kong talk fast, walk fast and eat fast, and the same sense of speed and efficiency is expected in the working world. Days can be long, and demands dwarfing, but once outside the office, locals and foreigners will find there’s just as much opportunity to enjoy ostentatious luxury as there is to absorb the destination’s simple, natural splendour and cultural allure.
As an Asian financial capital that initially attracted foreigners, and still does to some extent, with lucrative salary packages and plenty of perks, Hong Kong can offer up a lifestyle for expats indefinitely tied to wealth.
Foreigners lucky enough to be in this camp may find themselves living a life filled with country clubs, a glamorous home – maybe beachfront, maybe mountaintop, and an endless supply of the world’s highest quality goods ripe for the purchasing.
That said, expats lured overseas with exceptionally attractive salary packages are not as common as in the past, but even foreigners taking home a less than ideal payslip will find they have access to a lifestyle that can leave them fit, entertained and culturally stimulated.
Outdoor activities take priority in this sub-tropical city; there’s hiking trails, beach and boat action, and BBQ areas. Scenic spots are everywhere, it just takes a spirit of adventure and some advanced planning to get the most out of a day.
Not to mention, you don’t need to pay top-dollar to do revelry and retail right, though the nightlife and shopping options catering to expats will be more expensive, there’s a seemingly endless supply of reasonably priced venues and boutiques to suit any budget in Hong Kong.
Shopping in Hong Kong
Known to be one of the world’s shopping capitals, Hong Kong boasts a tax free status on everything besides alcohol and tobacco, and with such a competitive market, shoppers can be guaranteed of high quality goods at even better prices. Stock up your new home or apartment with all the latest electronic gadgets, buy your wife that string of pearls she’s always wanted, or rummage through the local markets looking for fresh produce and bargains on antiques and fabrics.
Nightlife in Hong Kong
Hong Kong offers plenty of variety for those looking for a good party or a big night out.The Lan Kwai Fong area in the Central district is without a doubt the most popular expat haunt. The district is home to over a hundred restaurants and bars, and there’s usually a sea of foreign faces looking for fun on any given evening.
Alternatively, the Wan Chai area, which gained notoriety in the past but has become somewhat less popular, is nonetheless still crowded with British-style bars, after-work watering holes, live music venues and even those places that could be considered ‘seedy’ (hint, hint).
