It was unplanned and last minute, we bought the air tickets only 1 week before the trip. In fact the decision to go over to Hong Kong was also last minute. We or rather I felt that something was wrong and we really needed a break. Probably our work has taken the toll of us but it has somehow affect my mood and our relationship personally. I was afraid and I knew we had to do something. I told him how I felt and how much a "we" trip would mean so much to us. And he agreed on a trip. I guess he might have been rather upset about what I've said but I'm glad that I could share and both of us work something out. After all in a relationship, there should be communication in order to sustain.
We actually had a few places in mind which was Bintan, Batam or Tioman. Somehow we ended up choosing Hong Kong. We wanted to go Taiwan but it was such a short trip so we thought we should go somewhere we're more familiar with so that we don't have to rush.
When we went on this trip, we didn't really remember that Valentine's was next week. To us, it was just a normal trip to run away from work. Besides we don't really celebrate Valentine's day on the day itself, everything is so expensive. We believe that if we love each other so much, everyday is Valentine's day and everyday will be filled with smiles and laughter. And besides! I really don't like flowers especially when it's sent right to your office. Everybody else is doing the same! So I wouldn't be so surprise. But I generally don't like them 'cause I hate to see them die and after that I don't know what to do with it except for having dead flowers on my tables. It was really an intention for a short getaway to relax and chill. But I guess you could call it our mini Valentine's day trip! The decision was impulsive but not wrong. We had so much fun and it was relaxing for him as well. 'Cause the pace that I was shopping was comfortable for him and he could eat more.
Anyhow we reached there around evening time on day 1, checked in to the hotel and rush out to meet some of my Hong Kong colleagues. They brought us to this place at Yau Ma Tei which is famous for their claypot rice. The rice was so fragrant, very different from the ones in SG.
Day 2
It was really very cold when we were there. Temperature was between 10 - 12 degrees and wind was so strong. We were totally not prepared for the weather and brought the wrong jacket and coat there. We ended up have having to buy new ones to keep ourselves really warm. My colleagues told me that It wasn't so cold the week before we came. Only got colder on the day we reached! Cold but it was nice weather 'cause I get to wear my boots and socks!
Glad that we bought the Scarves before we went, It kept us warm before we bought the new ones.
He likes this pic alot 'cause it look so couple! But I don't like. 'Cause it look so typical.
Peak hour crowd at the train station! It was insane and I got a shock when I saw it. But as compared to our MRT in Singapore, we were hopping on to the 4th train at less than 3 mins! Efficient! I like!
Most of the time spent during the day was shopping, so no photos but busy shopping! Anyways we met Ringo for dinner on day 3 and he brought us to this really awesome "Private Kitchen" for dinner. It's legal in Hong Kong. You can actually convert that house unit to a kitchen.Nice warm soup on a cold night. What could be better than that!
Did you know I was a fishball monster!? We had 60 fishballs just that night after dinner.
We woke up slightly earlier to have dim sum breakfast (how can you not, when you're in hk!) before heading to Harbourcity to look for some stuff.
Harbour City located at Tsim Sha Tsui is your one step branded place, you can find almost every and any brands there. It's really huge and you'll probably need 1 day or so there. But one thing I need to point out is that, it's filled with China people. So do expect to queue especially for brands like Prada, Chanel and etc.
Finally Steamboat! If I do have any friends in Hong Kong, I really wouldn't go for steamboat. I don't think I'll ever be able to figure out what's written on the menu. The food was nice and fresh. The only thing I didn't like was that there wasn't the blended kind of chilli sauce. Just felt so weird without it.
The dessert served here are famous and it's nice!
Our last day in Hong Kong. And we woke up uber early for breakfast! I kid you not. The queue is very long. We were late but fortunately we had another Hong Kong friend queuing for us. If you like steam milk, you really should try this. It's awesome! Nice and smooth! We ordered the steam egg as well, it was a little too eggy. Didn't really like it. If you're going, remember to check them out. Australia Diary Company.
The spicy fishballs from this stall are by far the best I ever taste, after going to Hong Kong so many times. Take a train to Yau Ma Tei and exit A2. It's just right outside.
The spicy noodles (which I couldn't try my last trip cause I was sick) that make him surrender after 1 mouth and left me craving for more in hope to find 1 in Singapore. I mange to find it at Dhoby Ghaut but have yet to try it!
And it's time to bid goodbye again! I think they have no longer felt sad each time I leave 'cause I go back so often that it's like my second home. He never stop saying that he wanna go back again. We're planning for one more trip to HK this year but not sure when. Overall it was a fulfilling trip, we had so much fun!
