Our next stop was two full weeks in Hong Kong–one of our favorite cities in Asia. We hadn’t been to HK in nearly a decade (since living in Singapore) and were eager to see how much had changed in that time. Also, our dear friends the Hills are currently living in HK–we were so excited to be able to spend some time with them in their new home!
In the few hours since we left Doha, the Hong Kong protests had come to the airport, occupying the International Arrivals Hall. It was quite a surprise after we cleared customs. This protest was calm and peaceful and we got into a taxi without incident, but it was a little intimidating to push an overwhelmed jet lagged two-year-old through the crowd of people, many of whom were wearing masks and chanting.
The next two weeks were tons of fun–interspersed with a typhoon, a few protests, a very wet trip to Disneyland HK and tons of good times with good friends!
The city comes into view!
Checking out the news coverage once we got to the hotel
Much needed coffee to start the day!
With my sweet friend post Shake Shack.
My boys our first morning in Hong Kong
First stop: DIM SUM!
Then we went to Sky Church with the Hills. Amazing venue.
Discovering some of the street food from the Michelin Guide. These are fried bao–including one with truffle. YUM.
Conrad LOVED this milkshake version of Bubble Tea.
Then we took the Star Ferry back to Hong Kong Island.
A little stroll
Girls’ night out!
Indoor play space on a rainy day. This kid is in heaven!
We love these two ladies!
Meeting Dada for some yummy kaya toast at Ya Kun–one of our faves from our SG days!
Typhoon warning!!! Watching the storm from our hotel lobby.
Getting our energy out in the deserted mall…and Conrad found his place!
Yikes!
Checking out the Hong Kong Museum of History
Rainy museum day with my boy!
Wan Chai Wet Market–I miss shopping in these markets. Fun to introduce the concept to Conrad!
Riding the MTR like a champ!
Lunch at Yum Cha. The cutest little Dim Sum…
Conrad approved…
And Riley approved!
These two are just precious!!!
Going to drinks in a prison turned entertainment venue…the ultimate millennial activity 🙂
And a little more hand holding…
The next day, we took the big kids to Disney!!!! I don’t know who was most excited!
Having such a ball!
Obsessed with the letters puzzle.
The Dads and kiddos on Dumbo!
Score! Sleeping toddlers 🙂
The happiest place on Earth–HK version!
Such a fun day!
And the next day, Projjal came to town! Thanks for making the trip to hang with us 🙂
The second week, the big kids went to camp. Conrad was not pleased.
Lunch at a market! The kids loved the rice–especially Riley!
Protests happened intermittently during our time in HK. Thankfully, they were well publicized so we didn’t get stuck anywhere or end up in the middle of something.
Morning at HK park
We even made it up to Victoria Peak!
I love this photo of the two of them…Finn and Conrad 🙂
Checking out a Buddhist Temple not far from the Hills’ place!
Love the coils of incense.
Katie very kindly watched Conrad for a few hours so we could get out and have a little date.
Afternoon Tea at the Peninsula! Another bucket list tea checked off the list!
Then we went to a rooftop bar. Thanks again for the gift of a date, Katie!!!
Conrad and I went to the Goldfish Market in Mong Kok. Turns out, they also have turtles!
Last night in HK at Craftissimo with Finn and her family. The kids loved the popsicles and we loved the drinks! I can see why all of the Hills love this place 🙂
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