150 Days And Counting.....

Well, it has been an up and down kind of week with regard to our hunt for travel insurance.  With the help of our wonderful travel agent, we found a potential insurer, filled out the health questionnaires and got a quote that, while high, would cover our investment.  We thought all was set.  However, it turned out that the "All Inclusive" coverage could only be bought for trips of 60 days or less.  Now, we are in the process of arranging for Non-Medical All Inclusive along with a Medical Preferred Plan.  As long as the price is not any higher than the original quote we will go with that.  Fingers crossed!

We are now 30 days away from actually being able to book shore excursions, specialty restaurants and spa appointments from our reservation page online.  And so our exploration of potential tours continues.

For our second day in Hong Kong we are looking at a half-day excursion available to passengers continuing on to the next segment of the cruise itinerary called Highlights of Hong Kong.  A description of the tour appears below.

"Explore some of Hong Kong's most popular historic landmarks during this half-day orientation tour of the city.

Depart the pier for the drive across the harbour via the sub-ocean tunnel, and on to Hong Kong Island. Your scenic orientation tour begins with a visit to Victoria Peak.

Victoria Peak

From Garden Road, a tram takes you for the five-minute ride uphill to the 1,300-foot (396-metre) Victoria Peak. After taking in spectacular views and photo opportunities of Hong Kong and Kowloon, board a coach for the drive downhill. Next, your drive continues on to Aberdeen via Deep Water Bay.

Aberdeen

Upon arrival, a sampan boat ride provides a fascinating look at this floating settlement. As you glide along the city's oldest harbour, your cruise takes you past houseboats, fishing sampans and floating restaurants. At the end of the cruise, re-board your coach for the ride to the Stanley Market via Repulse Bay.

Stanley Market

Once a fishing village, Stanley Market has earned a reputation as a paradise for bargain hunters as well as for its interesting scenery. The narrow lanes are lined with small shops selling the latest in fashion clothing, such as overruns of designer jeans and sportswear, leather and silk clothing in Western sizes. In addition, a good selection of souvenir items can be found here.

During your visit, you can stroll around the market and perhaps make a few purchases. Serious shoppers will want to return and explore the market at their leisure.

Leaving Stanley Market, your tour concludes with a brief drive back to the port."

A picture of the tram and Victoria Peak appears below.

A picture of Stanley Market appears below.

Looks interesting right?

And the planning continues.....