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Queen Victoria Stands Above It All

People, places and captured moments selected from The Intentional Travelers photo collection. The peak stands high above Hong Kong with the best views of the city and harbour. It’s called Queen Victoria Heights and to go up you can drive (take a taxi) or ride the funicular. While a fun ride the funicular usually hasContinue reading “Queen Victoria Stands Above It All”

A Day in Hong Kong

On a recent South China Sea cruise we spent only a day in Hong Kong. While it is not enough time to do much we managed to hit a few highlights. Our first impression of the city as we sailed into port is one of rolling hills and countless skyscrapers. If you are cruising in,Continue reading “A Day in Hong Kong”

Cruising The South China Sea & Asia

An Introduction Explore Asia On A Cruise Cruise lines are always expanding their itineraries to attract more passengers. While in the past the vast majority of cruises have been North America, the Caribbean and Europe much is changing. Two rapidly growing destination are Latin America and Asia. By creating more exotic itineraries cruise companies notContinue reading “Cruising The South China Sea & Asia”

The Ten Thousand Buddhas

The Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery, located in Sha Tin, Hong Kong, is a famous Buddhist temple known for its stunning setting and the thousands of Buddha statues found throughout the complex. The monastery is a popular attraction and a significant Buddhist religious site in Hong Kong. The Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery, Hong Kong was foundedContinue reading “The Ten Thousand Buddhas”

Todays Featured Poster • Nan Lian Gardens

In Hong Kong there is an oasis of calm and tranquility surrounded by high rise residential buildings and shopping malls. It’s known as Nan Lian Gardens. Open to the public with no entrance fee, it is a very remarkable place with Koi ponds, walking trails and a number of exhibit halls. These giclée prints areContinue reading “Todays Featured Poster • Nan Lian Gardens”