TimeLocal time is GMT +8. ElectricityElectrical current is 220 volts, 50Hz. The UK-style
3-pin plugs are standard. LanguageThe official languages in Hong Kong are English and
Cantonese. The other main language is Mandarin. HealthThere are no specific health risks associated with travel
to Hong Kong. Food and water are safe, although visitors should
consider only drinking bottled water for the first few days of
their stay. The Hepatitis E virus is transmitted through
contaminated food and water and precautions should be taken with
food and drink. Take precautions against mosquito bites, as there
is a risk of Dengue fever. Outbreaks of Hand, Foot and Mouth
Disease are reported annually. Hong Kongs health facilities are
first class, but expect to pay cash. Medical insurance is advised.
Cases of bird flu have been reported and although the risk for
travellers is low, all close contact with caged, domestic and wild
birds should be avoided, and all poultry and egg dishes well
cooked. High quality medical care is widely available but medical
insurance is recommended. TippingA 10% service charge is usually added to restaurant bills,
but waiters will still expect some loose change in addition to
this. If no service charge is included, a 10% tip is expected. Taxi
fares are rounded up to the nearest dollar (usually automatically
by the driver). SafetyHong Kong is a safe travel destination although caution
should always be exercised when travelling to any city. Pickpockets
are likely to target unsuspecting tourists so one should minimise
these incidences through vigilance. Be wary of accepting drinks
from strangers, as reports of spiked drinks are increasing. Robbers
have recently targeted walkers in Hong Kongs Country Parks so it
is advisable to stay on marked trails and not to carry large
amounts of cash or credit cards. The typhoon season is usually
between April and October, which may cause flooding and
landslides. CustomsLittering and spitting are illegal in Hong Kong and will
incur on the spot fines. In Hong Kong the concept of face is very
important; avoid causing someone to lose face by publicly
insulting them or contradicting them in front of others as this is
a general no no. The Chinese have great respect for hierarchical
relationships. BusinessBusiness in Hong Kong is conducted efficiently and
formally and punctuality is important. It is advised to allow for
sufficient travel time before meetings considering the high traffic
congestion. Suits and ties are the norm and it is customary to
exchange business cards (printed in English on one side and
Cantonese on the other) at the start of a meeting, along with a
handshake. Business cards should be given and received using both
hands, with the Cantonese side facing the recipient, and should be
treated with respect. It is common to greet the more senior or
elder person first. Business entertainment is usually in the form
of a lunch or dinner that is organised by the hosting partner. Food
is also usually ordered and paid for by the host. It is not unusual
to exchange gifts, but they are opened at the meeting. Business
hours are usually from 9am to 5pm, sometimes later on weekdays and
some businesses also open between 9am and 1pm on
Saturdays. CoummnicationThe international access code for Hong Kong is
+852. The outgoing code depends on what network is used: 001 for
PCCW, 0080 for Hutchinson and 009 for New World. City codes within
Hong Kong are not required. The local mobile phone operators use
GSM networks and have roaming agreements with most international
operators. Mobile phones can also be rented on arrival at the
international airport. Internet cafes are widely available, and
access is free at many coffee shops, shopping malls, MRT stations
and public libraries in town.
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