Been thinking about visiting Hong Kong & Macau and wanted to get the latest intel from those who've been recently.
Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to Colombia?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Is Hong Kong & Macau worth visiting?
Started by SunshineSteve · 18 Mar 2026 · 1601 views
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19 Mar 2026 at 09:20
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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19 Mar 2026 at 11:12
I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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19 Mar 2026 at 12:01
Adding my experience from February.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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19 Mar 2026 at 13:21
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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19 Mar 2026 at 15:48
How does it compare to Czech Republic?
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19 Mar 2026 at 23:29
100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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20 Mar 2026 at 05:16
Been going for years. The scene has improved recently.
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I'd also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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20 Mar 2026 at 18:17
Not sure I agree about that area. I found the outskirts to be better value.
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20 Mar 2026 at 20:27
Quick question — how was the Uber availability?
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21 Mar 2026 at 00:32
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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How does it compare to Colombia?
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21 Mar 2026 at 08:49
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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21 Mar 2026 at 09:40
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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21 Mar 2026 at 14:36
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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21 Mar 2026 at 20:04
This matches my experience. Hong Kong & Macau is great value.
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22 Mar 2026 at 02:14
Not sure I agree about that area. I found the outskirts to be better value.
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22 Mar 2026 at 09:12
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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