I am really looking forward to Ruth Williams’ “Day Off: Hong Kong” article. I had dinner with Ruth and Hemant Sonney (a.k.a. “the German”) at Busy Suzie, an upbeat Japanese robatayaki-style grill. Busy Suzie is in the Heritage shopping complex in Kowloon and owned by the Emperor Group. I plan to review the restaurant in an upcoming issue of eFlyer, but I can tell you that everything was wonderful.
I also had an enjoyable meeting with Gordon Fuller, general manager, and Gladis Young, marketing manager, at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong. We discussed at length the many things to do while you have some free time in Hong Kong. One thing we try to promote in Global Traveler is the total business traveler by addressing their side interests in food, touring or seeing events. In Hong Kong, there is so much to do. I have only done a few of these things, as I am always on the run!
Here are a few tips:
— Take the Aqua Luna. This is a pleasant journey on a Chinese junk, which sails Victoria Harbour. My trip went from Hong Kong to Stanley Market.
— Go shopping. There are so many venues to try. I like Rio Pearl in Kowloon, right down the street from the Shangri-La. Go up three floors and ask for Stella, a good friend of mine for 20 years. There are many markets to choose from as well.
— Get a suit made. Try Cezari Custom Clothes. Ask for Nick; they are also located in Kowloon, near the Shangri-La, at 6-70 Peninsula Centre, Ground Floor, 67 Mody Road, Tsimshatsui East. Email them at cezari@netvigator.com.
— Go trekking. Hong Kong has miles and miles of trails, and this is an avid pastime for the locals. Your hotel can offer you a guide. The Grand Hyatt Hong Kong has a wonderful list of things to do. We can send the list upon request.
— Stay at a great hotel. During my last trip, I stayed at the Grand Hyatt. I really enjoy the club level, on the 30th and 31st floors. Stephanie was very kind to me, as were the rest of the staff, making sure I (the lonely business traveler) had a nice stay.
Here’s a picture of the view from my room at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong:
Enjoy your trip to Hong Kong and discover your own favorite places!
— Fran Gallagher, publisher and CEO
Introducing
FX Excursions
FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.
#globility
Insta FeedDaily
Jun 3, 2025Pan Pacific London Unveils Newly Renovated Suites
Pan Pacific London recently unveiled a new standard of luxury across its 42 suites, boasting a tapestry of textures, colors and botanical motifs, designed by Singapore-based FDAT.
Sponsored Content
Lech Walesa on Tour: A Conversation with a Man Who Changed the World
Some events change a nation. Some change the world.
Daily
Jun 3, 2025Prospect, A New Mountain Lake Resort, Opens in the Berkshires
Prospect, a new year-round retreat on the shores of Prospect Lake in Western Massachusetts, recently opened. What started as a picnic area for families in the late 1800s eventually turned into a camping ground. The site is now reimagined as a peaceful hotel. Prospect provides a new era of lakeside recreation and reconnection for travelers.
June 2025
Jun 3, 2025Now’s the Time to See Giza, the Nile and Beyond
All archaeology-obsessed eyes turned hopefully toward Egypt earlier this year when the highly anticipated Grand Egyptian Museum outside Cairo finally began welcoming visitors after construction delays, funding roadblocks and political upheaval in the region (among other factors) conspired to keep things delayed for many long years. The museum’s cherry on the top is slated to open this summer, with the July opening of the museum’s 20-plus-years-in-the-making Tutankhamen galleries and accompanying cache of some 5,000 artifacts and treasures from the boy king’s tomb.
Sponsored Content
Royal Air Maroc Introduces Groundbreaking Safety Video: A Captivating Invitation to Discover Moroccan Heritage
Royal Air Maroc continues to elevate the passenger experience with the launch of its new in-flight safety video — a cinematic journey that seamlessly blends essential safety instructions with a celebration of Moroccan cultural heritage.
Daily
Jun 3, 2025Yale Center for British Art Reopens in New Haven, Connecticut
Yale Center for British Art reopened to the public this spring with a special exhibition of work by Tracey Emin, one of Britain’s most influential contemporary artists. Tracey Emin’s I Loved You Until The Morning collection is the first presentation of Emin’s work in a North American museum.
Cigar & Fire Evening in Mohegan, Pennsylvania
Daily
Jun 2, 2025On the Road
June 2025
Jun 1, 2025Sponsored Content
Lech Walesa on Tour: A Conversation with a Man Who Changed the World
Some events change a nation. Some change the world.
Sponsored Content
Royal Air Maroc Marks Five Years with oneworld: Strengthening Connectivity Between USA and Africa and Expanding Global Reach
Royal Air Maroc proudly enters its fifth year as a member of the prestigious oneworld alliance. Since joining in April 2020, RAM has demonstrated resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, emerging as a dynamic airline that enhanced its digital services and expanded its network. The airline plans to grow its fleet to 200 aircraft by 2037, reinforcing its global presence.
Daily
May 30, 2025Grupo Brisas Opens New Las Brisas Mérida Boutique Hotel
Grupo Brisas opened its newest property in Mexico. Las Brisas Mérida, an exclusive boutique hotel strategically located in the heart of the interesting Mexican town of Mérida within the Yucatan Peninsula, marks the brand’s 13th property in Mexico. Grupo Brisas reaffirms its leadership as one of the fastest-growing Mexican hotel chains in the country.
ShareThis