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
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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