{"id":45417,"date":"2022-09-20T17:54:38","date_gmt":"2022-09-20T09:54:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/uncategorized\/10-things-not-to-do-in-hong-kong\/"},"modified":"2024-02-26T23:09:18","modified_gmt":"2024-02-26T15:09:18","slug":"things-not-do-do-in-hk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/blog\/things-not-do-do-in-hk\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Bagay na Hindi Dapat Gawin sa Hong Kong"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ang Hong Kong ay isang lungsod na may higit na nangyayari kaysa sa maaari mong isipin. Mayroong ilang mga bagay na dapat mong alalahanin na huwag gawin kasama ng maraming bagay na maaari mong gawin doon. Kung naaalala mo ang mga bagay na ito ngayon, ang iyong paglalakbay ay dapat na kasiya-siya at walang putol.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_66_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"I-toggle ang Talaan ng Nilalaman\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">I-toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/blog\/things-not-do-do-in-hk\/#Things_you_should_not_do_in_Hong_kong\" title=\"Things you should not do in Hong kong\">Things you should not do in Hong kong<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/blog\/things-not-do-do-in-hk\/#1_Dont_visit_Hong_Kong_at_the_wrong_time_of_year\" title=\"1. Don\u2019t visit Hong Kong at the wrong time of year\">1. Don\u2019t visit Hong Kong at the wrong time of year<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/blog\/things-not-do-do-in-hk\/#2_Dont_limit_your_shopping_to_malls\" title=\"2. Don&#8217;t limit your shopping to malls\">2. Don&#8217;t limit your shopping to malls<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/blog\/things-not-do-do-in-hk\/#3_Dont_forget_to_buy_an_Octopus_Card\" title=\"3. Don&#8217;t forget to buy an Octopus Card\">3. Don&#8217;t forget to buy an Octopus Card<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/blog\/things-not-do-do-in-hk\/#4_Do_not_violate_laws\" title=\"4. Do not violate laws\">4. Do not violate laws<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/blog\/things-not-do-do-in-hk\/#5_Dont_visit_Hong_Kong_during_golden_week\" title=\"5. Don\u2019t visit Hong Kong during golden week\">5. Don\u2019t visit Hong Kong during golden week<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/blog\/things-not-do-do-in-hk\/#6_Dont_carry_too_many_cigarettes\" title=\"6. Don\u2019t carry too many cigarettes\">6. Don\u2019t carry too many cigarettes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/blog\/things-not-do-do-in-hk\/#7_Dont_smoke_in_public\" title=\"7. Don&#8217;t smoke in public\">7. Don&#8217;t smoke in public<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/blog\/things-not-do-do-in-hk\/#8_Dont_be_a_snail\" title=\"8. Don\u2019t be a snail\">8. Don\u2019t be a snail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/blog\/things-not-do-do-in-hk\/#9_Dont_just_shop_and_eat\" title=\"9. Don\u2019t just shop and eat\">9. Don\u2019t just shop and eat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/blog\/things-not-do-do-in-hk\/#10_Dont_stand_on_the_left\" title=\"10. Don\u2019t stand on the left\">10. Don\u2019t stand on the left<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_you_should_not_do_in_Hong_kong\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #d32020;\"><strong>Things you should not do in Hong kong<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some recommendations for visitors to Hong Kong from our knowledgeable travel consultants. Allow us to make your vacation enjoyable and to steer you away from issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Dont_visit_Hong_Kong_at_the_wrong_time_of_year\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong>1. Don\u2019t visit Hong Kong at the wrong time of year<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/topmart-wp-upload.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Depositphotos_10890193_m-2015_480x480.jpg?v=1663666962\" alt=\"\" width=\"469\" height=\"321\"><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the busiest time of year, Hong Kong could be crowded . If you want to have a relaxing and enjoyable trip to Hong Kong, it&#8217;s crucial that you avoid the worst time to travel there. The greatest time to travel is from October to the following March, when the weather is ideal for sightseeing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try to avoid July and August because this is typhoon season, with heavy rain. These months won&#8217;t be filled with fantastic experiences for you.If you don&#8217;t want to deal with crowds, skip the Spring Festival (late January to February), Labor Day (May 1-3), and National Day (October 1-7).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, there will be a large number of Chinese tourists over the summer. If you can&#8217;t avoid the high season, make sure you book your tickets and hotels ahead of time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Dont_limit_your_shopping_to_malls\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong>2. Don&#8217;t limit your shopping to malls<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/topmart-wp-upload.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2023\/01\/464a8636-d034-4788-afc0-fa2b01b22b26_480x480.jpg?v=1663667024\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" width=\"440\" height=\"293\"><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit a street market, like the Stanley Market in Hong Kong Island or the Temple Street Market in Kowloon, to observe what the locals are interested in.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternately, stroll through certain specialized marketplaces like the &#8220;flower market,&#8221; &#8220;sneaker market,&#8221; or &#8220;bird market,&#8221; where you may find a variety of intriguing items from Hong Kong residents&#8217; daily life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many malls in Hong Kong, but it does not mean that you must only shop there. Go local when you can. Square Street, Tai Ping Shan, and Chateau Zoobeetle all have a ton of retail space. These stores will be affordable and provide you with a glimpse of the way of life there. Remember to bargain.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Dont_forget_to_buy_an_Octopus_Card\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong>3. Don&#8217;t forget to buy an Octopus Card<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/topmart-wp-upload.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2023\/01\/6768157447_edacbe4dea_z-595x446_480x480.jpg?v=1663667103\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" width=\"443\" height=\"332\"><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you plan on using the MTR frequently, obtaining a small Octopus Card might save you time and make travel more convenient. These tiny plastic debit cards are available for purchase at Central boat ticket offices, metro station ticket machines, or for any amount you require. These are returnable to the same stations and ticket offices for a full refund of the 50 HKD cost and any unused cash.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Do_not_violate_laws\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong>4. Do not violate laws<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/topmart-wp-upload.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2023\/01\/images_480x480.jpg?v=1663667162\" alt=\"\" width=\"518\" height=\"252\"><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most crucial rule to abide by is listed here before we conclude our list of things to avoid doing in Hong Kong. Chinese people have a reputation for punishing minor offenses severely. So abide by the rule and do not let words or flesh get in the way. Always carry your country&#8217;s embassy or consulate&#8217;s phone number on you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Dont_visit_Hong_Kong_during_golden_week\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong>5. Don\u2019t visit Hong Kong during golden week<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/topmart-wp-upload.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2023\/01\/download_3_480x480.jpg?v=1663667219\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" width=\"506\" height=\"314\"><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may be asking, &#8220;What is Golden Week?&#8221; It is one of two national Chinese holidays observed during the first week of October. During this week, Hong Kong has an extraordinary influx of Chinese tourists, which drives up hotel costs. Visit during the off-season or after Golden Week, but not in the middle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Dont_carry_too_many_cigarettes\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong>6. Don\u2019t carry too many cigarettes<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/topmart-wp-upload.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2023\/01\/depositphotos_128275978-stock-photo-open-pack-of-cigarettes_480x480.jpg?v=1663667516\" alt=\"\" width=\"471\" height=\"314\"><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you smoke, be careful in Hong Kong. You aren&#8217;t allowed to carry a whole pack of cigarettes because the legislation states that you can only bring 19 cigarettes or 1 cigar into Hong Kong. If you transport too many smokes, you could be subject to a two-year prison sentence and a maximum fine of 1 million HKD (about 128 thousand USD). It is not a joke.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Dont_smoke_in_public\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong>7. Don&#8217;t smoke in public<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/topmart-wp-upload.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2023\/01\/070102_smokingBan_hmed_1220p_480x480.jpg?v=1663667258\" alt=\"\" width=\"471\" height=\"313\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\"><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The majority of public spaces in Hong Kong\u2014including streets, stores, malls, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and transit vehicles including buses, the MTR, and ferries\u2014forbid smoking. In Hong Kong, smoking is only permitted in designated areas found in shopping centers or tourist attractions, or next to garbage cans with ashtrays. You could face a fine of roughly 5,000 HKD for smoking in a no-smoking location (about 800 USD).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Dont_be_a_snail\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong>8. Don\u2019t be a snail<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/topmart-wp-upload.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2023\/01\/105895977_ctaimage_480x480.jpg?v=1663667604\" alt=\"\"><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hong Kong residents walk and move quickly. Avoid walking slowly and blocking anyone&#8217;s path because doing so will upset the natives. Try to mimic the speed and demeanor of the local populace whether at restaurants or on public transportation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Dont_just_shop_and_eat\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong>9. Don\u2019t just shop and eat<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/topmart-wp-upload.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2023\/01\/victoria-peak-hong-kong_480x480.jpg?v=1663667630\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" width=\"492\" height=\"284\"><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit locations like Victoria Peak, Victoria Harbor, and Avenue of Stars during the day to learn more about Hong Kong&#8217;s 6,000-year history, and at night, enjoy the Symphony of Lights. The History Museum, The Art Museum,, and The Museum are three renowned institutions that you should not miss.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Dont_stand_on_the_left\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong>10. Don\u2019t stand on the left<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #9d1c1c;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/topmart-wp-upload.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2023\/01\/shutterstock_670505734_480x480.jpg?v=1663667655\" alt=\"\" width=\"478\" height=\"318\"><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you are walking anywhere in Hong Kong that includes escalators or a moving walkway or sidewalk, remember to stand on the right and allow others pass you on the left.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People find it exceedingly annoying when people block the left side of the sidewalk, and it&#8217;s always a dead giveaway that you&#8217;re visiting from out of town. Simply say &#8220;mm goi&#8221; to someone standing on your left to signal a courteous request for them to relocate.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span>Ang Hong Kong ay isang lungsod na may higit na nangyayari kaysa sa maaari mong isipin. Mayroong ilang mga bagay na dapat mong alalahanin na huwag gawin kasama ng maraming bagay na maaari mong gawin doon. Kung naaalala mo ang mga bagay na ito ngayon, ang iyong paglalakbay ay dapat na kasiya-siya at walang putol.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"author":2007,"featured_media":12006,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[146],"tags":[363],"class_list":["post-45417","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","tag-travel"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/100b0u000000jdtck37BC_Z_640_10000_R5_1.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45417","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2007"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=45417"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45417\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12006"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=45417"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=45417"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/store.topmart.club\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=45417"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}