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Hong Kong has great public transportation that includes taxis, buses, trolleys, subways (the MTR) and light rail trains (the KCR). Unfortunately, there are no direct links on the MTR or KCR at the Cyberport. So going to and from the conference center will require buses (there are several and they're cheap) or taxis. A shuttle will be provided for those who stay in the Sheraton Hotel in Kowloon.
You can use octopus cards to pay for travel on the MTR, KCR, Airport Express train, and busses (not taxis). Short term octopus cards can be purchased or you can simply purchase single trip tickets.
From the Airport to the Cyberport
You can take a taxi directly from the airport to the Cyberport. Rough estimate is around $300 HKD (note: need to confirm this amount). If you want to take public transportation, you would:
- After getting your luggage, go directly to the Airport Express station (it's right in front of you). $100 HKD for a ticket to Central. Takes about 30 minutes or so.
- Get off the train and either walk straight forward to catch a taxi or walk up one level to catch a bus.
Things to Do
Several activities are already planned in the evenings of the conference, but if you want to explore Hong Kong on your own (or are staying round for a few days), here are some sites to see and things to do:
- Victoria's Peak & the peak tram - on Hong Kong Island
- Star Ferry (a must!) - to and from Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. It's cheap and you get a great view of the bay.
- Kowloon promenade light show - 8pm every night
- Giant Buddha and Monastery- on Lantau Island
- Street and night markets
- Temple Street night market - in Kowloon - opens at 5pm
- Flower and Bird market - in Kowloon- day markets
- Jade market - in Kowloon - day market
- Hong Kong museum of art - in Kowloon
Wiki Markup Soho - a district in Hong Kong Island - lots of cool bars and neat shops - and the giant escalator. Those really interested in the night life will need to check out \[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lan_Kwai_Fong Kan Kwai Fong\]. \\
More out of the way excursions include:
- Lamma Island - beach, seafood, hiking trails (visit Aaron's place)
- Shek-O
- The New Territories - MacLehose Trail
- Lantau Island - Lantau trail
- Cheung Chau Island