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 the Philippines?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Hong Kong & Macau — overrated?
Started by HalifaxHarry · 3 Mar 2026 · 1199 views
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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4 Mar 2026 at 09:15
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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4 Mar 2026 at 19:10
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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Quick question — how was the wifi?
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100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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100% agree. The atmosphere is hard to beat.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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6 Mar 2026 at 02:19
This matches my experience. Hong Kong & Macau is underrated.
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6 Mar 2026 at 06:30
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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6 Mar 2026 at 10:45
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
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6 Mar 2026 at 20:26
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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6 Mar 2026 at 22:53
Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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This matches my experience. Hong Kong & Macau is great value.
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This matches my experience. Hong Kong & Macau is underrated.
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