Hong Kong: A small place with a big population
The bustling harbor city of Hong Kong is such a large business center that it boasts one of the largest gross national products in the world, larger than most nations. Yet the former British Colony, now controlled by China, is a rather small city in terms of its land mass. But the skyscrapers are crammed full, and the population is in the tens of millions. To walk the streets of Hong Kong, like the popular Nathan Road, is to be in the middle of a rushing crowd of people that move so fast that it is impossible to take a leisurely stroll along the sidewalks of Hong Kong, where you almost have to sprint to stay up to speed.
Tourists arrive primarily by air, and the Hong Kong International Airport is one of the busiest. All the large hotel chains are represented here, and one of the most prestigious local hotels is the Peninsula Hotel. Although you may not be able to afford one of its pricey rooms, you can always enjoy one of the restaurants or lounges inside the hotel.
One of the biggest reasons to visit Hong Kong is for shopping. Because this is the center of exports for the whole world, you can find anything and everything here, especially if you want electronics or fabric, two specialties. You can have a suit tailored to fit you in a matter of days, for a price that will make your wallet happy and your friend jealous. Visit Hong Kong, but be prepared to shop until you drop.