The Peak

The Peak is the local name for Victoria Peak. It’s also known as Mount Austin and is the highest point (552m) on Hong Kong Island. Tourists flock to it. A popular way of going up is to use the funicular tram. First opened in 1888, it has been repeatedly renovated. The most recent refresh finished … Continue reading / view photos The Peak

Hong Kong – arrival

All over Taiwan I saw small design features that made people’s lives easier. I saw two more today. The first was on the airport express train. It had USB points under the arm rests (which is common) and a wireless phone charging point (which is less common). The second was at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. … Continue reading / view photos Hong Kong – arrival

Going to Tokyo

This is my first trip abroad since the pandemic. It’s been almost four years. When you travel regularly, it becomes a habit. You get used to the rhythm: booking places, planes, trains, and buses. When you stop travelling, the process becomes alien. Tasks that seemed second nature are now done with caution, hesitation. You can … Continue reading / view photos Going to Tokyo