Articles for category: Travel

May 4, 2026

Greg

The Rise of White Beggars in Hong Kong

If you’ve spent any time navigating the elevated footbridges of Central or the humid labyrinth of Tsim Sha Tsui, you’ve seen the “Hong Kong Hustle” in its purest form. It’s a city of 7.5 million people moving with a singular, frantic purpose. But lately, a new figure has appeared in the peripheral vision of the morning commute: the “white beggar,” or as the internet has unceremoniously dubbed them, the begpacker. To the casual tourist, it’s a curious sight. To the local Hong Konger, it is a glitch in the social software. And to me, Mr. Greg, it’s a fascinating study

April 1, 2026

Greg

How Much Layover Time Do You Need to Explore Hong Kong?

So, you’re sitting in a plastic chair at HKIA, staring at the departure board, and thinking: “I’ve got a few hours. Can I make it to the city without missing my flight and ending up as a permanent resident of Terminal 1?” I get asked this constantly. Hong Kong is arguably the most “layover-friendly” city on the planet, but it’s also a place that respects a schedule. If you try to wing it with three hours to spare, you’re going to have a bad time. But if you play your cards right, even a short window is enough to get

April 1, 2026

Greg

Hong Kong to Macau: Guide to Ferries, Buses, and the Bridge

So, you’ve conquered the Peak, stuffed yourself with dim sum, and now you’re looking across the water at the “Las Vegas of the East.” You want to go to Macau. Back in the day, you just hopped on a red boat and hoped you didn’t get seasick. But in 2026, we have options. We have a record-breaking bridge, 24-hour shuttles, and luxury ferries that feel like private jets. The question isn’t if you can get there, it’s how you want to do it. Are you a “save every penny” traveler, or a “get me there in style” explorer? Here is

April 1, 2026

Greg

Why Uber is Winning the Battle for Hong Kong’s Streets

If you’ve lived in the 852 for more than a week, you’ve experienced “The Stare.” You know the one. You hail a red taxi, lean into the window, and say “Central.” The driver looks at you like you’ve just asked him to drive to Mars, grunts “Cross-harbor no go,” and speeds off, leaving you standing in the humidity. It’s the classic Hong Kong taxi experience. And frankly, in 2026, it’s an experience that’s finally hitting a breaking point. While the government is scrambling to fix the industry with new laws and “premium fleets,” Uber is sitting pretty as the fan-favorite.