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DIALING CODE
+86 (20)
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RMB1 = PHP6.53/US$0.16
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Board the Airport
Express bus from the airport for about
RMB10–30 (PHP65–196). Taxis from the
airport cost about RMB120 (PHP784) for
the 28km-long ride to Haizhu Square in
the city.
SEE &DO
Visit the Guangzhou City
Museum to get to know the city’s history,
before heading to Shamian Island for
some rest and relaxation. If you’re an
aspiring entrepreneur, look for business
as Guangzhou is known to be a city with
a lot of factories and entrepreneurs. You’ll
find a lot of interesting products to sell.
SLEEP
If you’re traveling with your
family or a group of friends, rent an
apartment suite at Ascott Guangzhou.
EAT
For authentic Cantonese food, head
to Woo’s, located on Tianhe East Road.
Just be there early!
SHOP
Go to the Beijing Pedestrian
Shopping area to hunt for bargains.
INSIDER TIP
For shopping, never ever
agree on the first price that a seller gives
you. Start at 10% below their asking price.
Pocholo
Neri
countrymanager
CHINA
GUANGZHOU
Guangzhou is one of five National
Central Cities in China.
DIDYOU
KNOW?
DIALING CODE
+852
CURRENCY
HKD1 = PHP5.34/US$0.13
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The Airport Express
takes 24 minutes to Central at HKD100
(
PHP534). If you take a taxi from the
airport, it will cost you at least HKD300
(
PHP1,602), depending on where you
alight.
SEE &DO
Aside from shopping and
eating, hiking is another great thing you
can do in the city. For such a small city-
state, Hong Kong has a lot of good hiking
trails. If you can survive the trek, you will
be rewarded with sweeping views of the
ocean. You should also go on a walking
tour for a glimpse of the city’s heritage.
SLEEP
For a posh option, check out The
Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, set up on the
102
nd to the 118th floor of the International
Commerce Centre.
Tel: +852 2263 2263
EAT
Ho Hung Kee for a taste of Michelin-
star-approved wonton noodles and
Simplylife Bread & Wine for British fare.
SHOP
Check out the Horizon Plaza at Ap
Lei Chau for designer items.
INSIDER TIP
Get an Octopus card and
use it on trains, buses, at convenience
stores and fast-food outlets.
May
Agaran
English editor
CHINA
HONGKONG
