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Warm Greetings from Concierge
Welcome to Panda Hotel – one of the largest hotels in Hong Kong! Our dedicated team looks forward to serving you with great hospitality at the Concierge. Let us share with you all the interesting and exciting experiences in Hong Kong and ensure that your journey is memorable and pleasant during the stay.
General Information
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), previously a British colony that was handed over to the People's Republic of China in 1997, is a world-class city welcoming millions of international business and leisure travellers every year. Located at the mouth of the Pearl River Delta region, Hong Kong’s “East-Meets-West” culture and cosmopolitan sophistication make it one of the most exciting destinations on the globe.
You may visit Hong Kong Tourism Board website for more information about Hong Kong.
General Information
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), previously a British colony that was handed over to the People's Republic of China in 1997, is a world-class city welcoming millions of international business and leisure travellers every year. Located at the mouth of the Pearl River Delta region, Hong Kong’s “East-Meets-West” culture and cosmopolitan sophistication make it one of the most exciting destinations on the globe.
You may visit Hong Kong Tourism Board website for more information about Hong Kong.
Climate
Hong Kong has a sub-tropical climate with warm to hot humid summers from May to September (25C to 29C, 77F to 84F), and a cooler season from December to February (14C to 20C, 57F to 68F). The typhoon season runs from July to September when heavy rains can often be expected.
For the updated climate information, please click to view the website of the Hong Kong Observatory.
Time Zone
GMT +8 hours
Time Zone
GMT +8 hours
Public Holiday
Hong Kong has 17 public holidays a year, including some Chinese festivals which are subject to the lunar calendar and may be on different dates every year.Click here to check out Hong Kong's public holidays.
Language
Cantonese is the Chinese dialect spoken by over 88% of the people in Hong Kong; while both Cantonese (and traditional Chinese in written form) and English are the official languages. You will find that all official signs are bilingual, and most restaurant servers, taxi drivers and shop salespersons are able to communicate in both languages.
Since reunification with China in 1997, Mandarin, more commonly known as Putonghua – the official spoken language of China, has gained in prominence and most locals can at least comprehend it to a certain degree.
Language
Cantonese is the Chinese dialect spoken by over 88% of the people in Hong Kong; while both Cantonese (and traditional Chinese in written form) and English are the official languages. You will find that all official signs are bilingual, and most restaurant servers, taxi drivers and shop salespersons are able to communicate in both languages.
Since reunification with China in 1997, Mandarin, more commonly known as Putonghua – the official spoken language of China, has gained in prominence and most locals can at least comprehend it to a certain degree.
Voltage/Plug Type
220 volt, type G (British 3-pin) plug. Our hotel can provide plug adapters and transformers to guests.
Visa
Travellers can enter Hong Kong with a valid passport, and visas are generally not required for stays less than three months; separate applications are required from Hong Kong to Macau and mainland China.
Visa
Travellers can enter Hong Kong with a valid passport, and visas are generally not required for stays less than three months; separate applications are required from Hong Kong to Macau and mainland China.
Safety and Security
Hong Kong is generally considered a safe city both at night and during the day. Like any international destination, however, please beware of pickpockets in crowded areas.
For emergency assistance, please dial 999.
Click here for more information from the Hong Kong Police.
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