The Hong Kong Summer Spectacular is an annual festival that celebrates the diverse aspects of Hong Kong's culture and traditions. From June 11 to August 31, the vibrant city overflows with special events, from fashion sales and food festivals, to cultural shows and dragon boat races.
Events take place across several iconic Hong Kong locations: Lan Kwai Fong hosts a Beer & Food Festival, Lantau Island's Ngong Ping Village features kung fu feats performed by Shaolin masters, and the shimmering Victoria Harbor forms the arena for the annual Dragon Boat Carnival.
Like Hong Kong itself, the Summer Spectacular has something for every traveler. This year’s program is so crammed with exciting events that Agoda has compiled a "Guide to the Hong Kong Summer Spectacular" to help visitors navigate the array of experiences on offer. Included are Agoda’s best Hong Kong hotel rates, so travelers can enjoy great savings along with a fantastic holiday.
AGODA GUIDE TO THE HONG KONG SUMMER SPECTACULAR
FOR FOODIES
Hong Kong is a food-lover's paradise. Cantonese dishes, such as barbecued pork and century eggs, are available year-round, but during the Summer Spectacular, there's the opportunity to indulge in festive specialties and promotions, which run from June through August. The gastronomic journey culminates in a Food Expo held in the AsiaWorld-Expo center near Hong Kong airport, from August 12-16. The Lan Kwai Fong Beer & Food Festival from June 17-18 offers a chance to sample the best international brews in Hong Kong’s premier party zone.
FOR SHOPPERS
No trip to Hong Kong is complete without browsing Central's luxury stores or bargain hunting on the streets of Mongkok. The Sensational Summer Sales come into effect during the Hong Kong Summer Spectacular, and teamed with Hong Kong’s tax-free status, they offer a great opportunity for travelers to upgrade to the latest fashions, phones, and electrical gadgets.
FOR MUSIC LOVERS
Both classical and contemporary tastes are catered to throughout the spectacular. The Chinese Opera Festival brings traditional Chinese theater to the city from June 4 to July 21. The festival includes talks and symposiums and is held in several different venues. For something entirely different, travelers can hang out at the Summer Pop – Live in Hong Kong concert, a two-day event, which takes place at the AsiaWorld-Expo center and features an all-star line-up of international pop stars.
FOR FAMILIES
This year, the Stitch and Friends Summer Hangout special at Hong Kong Disneyland gives kids large and small the chance to meet Stitch and cool off with the Waterworks Parade. For thrills on Hong Kong Island, families can head to Ocean Park with its rides, wildlife exhibitions, and shows. During the Summer Splash promotion (July 1 to August 31), the park will feature two giant waterslides. Families looking for a cultural exchange can enjoy the International Arts Carnival (July 9 to August 15), which boasts a program of theater productions, multimedia, and more.
FOR SPORTS FANS
The most exciting event of the Hong Kong Summer Spectacular may well be the dragon boat races. Celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, which falls on June 16 this year, the Tuen Ng Festival commemorates the poet Qu Yuan’s death. Dragon boat displays are staged in several locations and are followed by a three-day Dragon Boat Carnival in July. The carnival is an international event held from July 23-25 and features teams from around the world.
FOR GEEKS
Introspective travelers are also taken care of, with the Hong Kong Book Fair running from July 21-27, the 12th Ani-com & Games Expo from July 30 to August 3, and the Hong Kong Computer & Communications Festival from August 20- 23. All three events are staged in the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center in Wan Chai on Hong Kong Island, just a few minutes' walk from the Star Ferry drop-off point at Wan Chai pier.
FOR CINEPHILES
The Summer International Film Festival, or SIFF, takes place from August 17 to September 13. Screenings attract a hip young crowd of moviegoers with more than 30 films, ranging from Bollywood extravaganzas to indie flicks. Both international and Asian movies fill the month-long roster.
FOR SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT
Check out Shaolin masters showing off their kung fu skills at Ngong Ping Village (July 24 to August 15), the Insect Chorus at Wetlands Park (until the end of October), and women’s volleyball at the 2010 FIVB World Grand Prim, from August 20-22.
More info: http://www.discoverhongkong.com/festivehk2010/eng/summer/overview.jsp
SPECTACULAR HONG KONG HOTELS DEALS:
Harbour Grand Kowloon – 5 stars
Features: Great Hong Kong island views, close to Tsim Sha Tsui and Hung Hom MTR station, many industry awards.
Normal Rate US$398. Agoda rate from US$162
Valid until August 31, 2010 http://www.agoda.com/asia/hong_kong/hong_kong/harbour_grand_kowloon.html
Regal Hong Kong Hotel – 5 stars
Features: Walking distance to Causeway Bay shops and MTR station. Next to Victoria Park.
Normal Rate US$405. Agoda rate from US$167
Valid from July 10 to December 31, 2010
Minimum 3 night stay http://www.agoda.com/asia/hong_kong/hong_kong/regal_hongkong_hotel.html
The Mira Hotel – 5 stars
Features: Hip modern décor, walking distance from shops and Tsim Sha Tsui area.
Normal Rate US$439. Agoda rate from US$174
Valid until August 31, 2010
Book 3 or more days in advance http://www.agoda.com/asia/hong_kong/hong_kong/the_mira_hotel.html
Hyatt Regency Sha Tin – 5 stars
Features: Luxurious modern design, large rooms, next to University MTR, Sha Tin Harbour views.
Normal Rate US$285. Agoda rate from US$103
Valid until August 31, 2010
Book at least 7 days in advance
http://www.agoda.com/asia/hong_kong/hong_kong/hyatt_regency_sha_tin_hote...
Novotel Citygate Hong Kong – 4 stars
Features: Modern open-plan rooms, five minutes to the airport, close to airport MTR, water views.
Normal Rate US$252. Agoda rate from US$118
Valid until December 31, 2010
http://www.agoda.com/asia/hong_kong/hong_kong/novotel_citygate_hong_kong...
Royal View Hotel – 4 stars
Features: quick access to the airport, broad water views, modern design, peaceful location.
Normal Rate US$165. Agoda rate from US$59
Valid until September 30, 2010
http://www.agoda.com/asia/hong_kong/hong_kong/royal_view_hotel.html
Gold Coast Hong Kong Hotel – 5 stars
Features: largest free-form pool in Hong Kong, next to yacht club and marina, water views, resort environment.
Normal Rate US$295. Agoda rate from US$105
Valid until December 31, 2010
http://www.agoda.com/asia/hong_kong/hong_kong/gold_coast_hotel.html
Novotel Nathan Road Kowloon – 4 stars
Features: lively position in Mongkok, walking distance to Jordan MTR, Nathan Road shops and Temple Street Night Market.
Normal Rate US$350. Agoda rate from US$109
Valid until December 31, 2010
http://www.agoda.com/asia/hong_kong/hong_kong/novotel_nathan_road_kowloo...
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