A New Perspective in Hong Kong
I’ll never forget a trip I took to Hong Kong a few years ago. I spent nearly the entire time holed up in my hotel room, feeling a bit down and convinced that, after 20+ years of visiting, there was nothing new left to discover. It was a low point, and I promised myself that next time, I’d do things differently.
This trip, I kept that promise.
After a week of sitting in an office and barely hitting 2,000 steps a day, I was determined to get out and move. I started the morning with breakfast at the hotel buffet, simple, but included with my stay, then took a short walk to the nearby Watsons to pick up a few essentials: a hydrating face mask and some tweezers. Next door, I found a grocery store and grabbed a few snacks and drinks to keep in my room. When I returned, I was pleasantly surprised to find housekeeping had already come and gone.
I spent the late morning catching up on bills, and by 1 p.m., I was ready for lunch. I treated myself to Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, where I had an incredible Thai chili-glazed salmon with a spinach salad. The flavors were bold and fresh, exactly what I needed.
After lunch, I grabbed my usual Iced Oat Milk Latte from Starbucks and strolled along the Avenue of the Stars, soaking in the harbor views. When I reached the Hong Kong Museum of Art, I decided to slow down and step inside. For just 30 HK$, I spent two peaceful hours wandering through exhibits and reading by the windows overlooking the water. It was the perfect reset.
Later, I returned to my hotel to rest before heading out again for dinner with a friend. She introduced me to the underground metro walkways that connect to a nearby mall with an IKEA and PopMart. I made a mental note to return the next day to explore more.
By the end of the day, I’d logged over 10,000 steps, and, not surprisingly, had no trouble falling asleep. It felt so good to reclaim the city, to rediscover its quiet corners and vibrant energy. I’m grateful for the reminder that even familiar places can feel new again, if you’re willing to look at them with fresh eyes.
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