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it in one of Hong Kong's thriving shopping districts. Indulge yourself by getting that little special something you've been wanting. If you're after electronics or something classic; a new wardrobe or something to put in it, you'll be able to find it all and ship it home with ease. Browse through the categories and save your shopping time with the address and contact details of the shops. Hong Kong during a sales period is a complete retail therapy course! During the winter (late December to February) and the summer sale (July to September) major discounts are available for the avid shopper. Where to shop ? Central Hong Kong's central business district houses many shimmering skyscrapers and marbled shopping atriums and malls. The contrast between the old world markets and designer boutiques provides variety and excitement to any shopping day. Scattered among the government headquarters and financial and banking houses are a wealth of opportunities for any shopper. The Landmark, The Galleria, Prince's Building, Alexandra House and the International Finance Center Mall are the main shopping centers, with designer shops and exclusive brand names in abundance. Two parallel streets in Central known as "The Lanes", Li Yuen Street East and Li Yuen Street West are a riot of stalls hawking everything from inexpensive clothing, watches and costume jewellery to luggage and shoes. Situated between Queen's Road Central and Des Voeux Road Central, the market is open daily from 10:00am to 7:00pm. Stanley Street is known for its range and reasonably priced photographic equipment. Hollywood Road winds above the Central business district and is Hong Kong's antiques row. Farther west towards Sheung Wan is a bustle of sidewalk hawkers on Central's stepped "ladder" streets. Western District Western Market in Sheung Wan is a handsomely renovated Edwardian building filled with Chinese handicraft stores and fabric shops. It is situated at the corner of Connaught Road and Morrison Street, Sheung Wan. The area to the west is famous for its small Chinese-style shops selling dried seafood and medicinal herbs. Cat Street bazaar is best known for stalls and shops selling antiques, such as watches, old coins and stone carvings. The area is also home to many interesting Chinese herbal medicine stores. Admiralty Admiralty too is famous for its brand-name luxury goods. Pacific Place, one of Hong Kong's most popular malls, is the ideal place to go in this area. You'll find perfect gift ideas within its 130-plus outlets, including Marks & Spencer, Lane Crawford, Seibu and top designer labels. Pacific Place is connected to the Admiralty MTR Station. Wan Chai Wan Chai's streets are steeped in history and offer an amazing range of shopping. Along Queen's Road East you can find a number of excellent rattan and Chinese furniture shops which will happily arrange to have your purchases sent home. Spring Garden Lane is a great place to pick up clothes at very competitive prices. The market stalls exclusively sell products originally meant for export, meaning quality and price are very competitive. It also connects to local wet and dry markets, and so offers a multicultural experience in the heart of Wan Chai. Spring Garden Lane is in between Queen's Road East and Johnston Road. Causeway Bay Causeway Bay is known locally as "Little Japan" because of the major Japanese department stores in the area. Shops specialising in shoes, electrical appliances and fashion for young people are found in abundance. Taking a stroll through the many shopping malls, including Times Square, Caroline Centre, World Trade Centre, The Lee Gardens, Lee Theatre Plaza, Fashion Island and Island Beverley, reveals a strong focus on fashion and food. In Square, in Windsor House, is known for a wide range of computer products. Causeway Bay is full of surprises, with a mini shopper's paradise in its heart, sure to astonish. Jardine's Crescent is great for inexpensive clothing, accessories and domestic goods - and all at great value. Nearby, Jardine's Bazaar stocks traditional dried foods and bean curd (tofu). To get there, take Exit F from Causeway Bay MTR Station. Shopping Tips : Duty-free prices Shopping is a dream in Hong Kong because all goods, other than alcohol and tobacco, are tax-free. This makes Hong Kong one of the world’s most attractive shopping destinations. Currency exchange The Hong Kong dollar is pegged at HK$7.8 to US$1 but fluctuates slightly.Changing money is relatively easy in Hong Kong, with moneychangers at the airport, all major shopping areas and most hotels. Rates and charges are posted in a prominent position, in accordance with Hong Kong law. Hotels also change cash and travellers’ cheques.Check the local newspapers or the Internet for current exchange rates. Credit cards Shopping with credit cards is a breeze in Hong Kong, with all major credit cards widely accepted. Receipts Make sure you get a receipt for any major purchase. Ask the retailer to include necessary details about the item and, if appropriate, shipping and insurance details. Customs, shipping and insurance Buy large items and get them sent home with ease from Hong Kong. Most shops and hotels will handle packing and shipping for you, but it is advisable to buy an "all risks" insurance policy to cover damage, breakage or loss. Hong Kong Post offers an efficient and economical parcel service and all major international courier companies also provide express and overnight services. Check with your local customs service regarding import duties and regulations for your country before you leave home. Guarantees For high-value goods, ask for a worldwide guarantee with the name and/or symbol of the relevant sole agent in Hong Kong, a complete description of the product and the date of purchase. Be wary of vendors who provide only a Hong Kong guarantee Languages Language is no barrier to fantastic shopping experiences in Hong Kong. Chinese and English are Hong Kong's official languages and English is widely spoken. More and more Hong Kong people are learning Mandarin to supplement their native Cantonese dialect and an increasing number of retail outlets are employing Japanese speakers. Opening hours Hong Kong stores generally operate seven days a week. Smaller stores often remain in business until late in the evening. Some stores close at Chinese New Year. Major store opening hours are: Hong Kong Island Central and Western 10:00 a.m. - 07:00 p.m. Wan Chai and Causeway Bay 10:00 a.m. - 09:30 p.m. Kowloon Tsim Sha Tsui East 10:00 a.m. - 07:30 p.m. Tsim Sha Tsui, Yau Ma Tei, Mong Kok 10:00 a.m. - 09:00 p.m. Bargain Shopping Smart shoppers check the window displays in the malls before heading off the factory outlets and warehouse sales, where the same labels can often be found at a fraction of the price. |
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