Hong Kong: Asia's Manhattan

I’m currently in Hong Kong for a visit to the consulate to pick up my Z visa. I’m not sure if I understand the whole process that will ultimately lead to receiving a Chinese work permit and Beijing residence license but heck if they tell me to meet Bobo (yes, that is the name) at 8.30 am on Monday in Hong Kong, I go along. As I said before, it is sometimes easier to just go with the flow and explore every day as another opportunity to gain a new experience.
On top of that, Hong Kong is one of my favorite places, sometimes referred to as the Manhattan of Asia. When in the city, I’m always staying at the Renaissance Harbor View hotel which , as the name alludes, gives you at great view of the bay area and the Kowloon skyline. Especially at night the view from my room (this time on the 21st floor) is spectacular. It also gives me the chance to catch up on the news with some uncensored English newspapers and relax a little at the outdoor pool. Hong Kong for me will always be connected with relaxation because in the past I would come here in the weekends after a hard weeks’ work across the border in Shenzhen or Guangzhou. The place helped me re-charge my batteries, take in some fresh air and enjoy some great food.
A sense of home, far away from home.