2007 Trip to Hong Kong to Visit Unka Joe!

I had a trip to Guam for business back in mid November of 07' so I thought I would see if it was possible to get an inexpensive flight to Hong Kong. Thanksgiving was the following week after my business trip so I thought it would be nice to spend some time with Uncle Joe (UJ) fares allowing! After considerable searching and frankly a lot of luck, I was able to get a cheap round trip ticket out of Guam for about $550. So why not take a side trip and hang out with my favortie uncle!

This was my second trip to Hong Kong and for sure won't be my last. Hong Kong is one of my favorite cities to visit. The dining scene is very exciting! It's a modern city thats full of energy! And I love the Chinese people and thier cultural. They have a very long history so they are doing something right!

I hope on my next trip to be able to head into mainland China and visit a few of the cities. In addition a friend of mine whom grew up on Ticehurst Lane in Marblehead with myself and David Lombardi resides in Shenzhen 6 to 8 months a year. Shenzhen is about an hour train ride from Hong Kong into China. Unfortunately, my friend (Willy Herman) hadn't arrived yet so a visit was out of the question. Hopefully next time.

With this being my second trip I didn't do a lot of sightseeing. The first time I nearly ran UJ into the groound with everything we saw. That was a fantastic trip! I did a lot of shopping this time for the kids as Chirstmas was right around the corner. (note to self - carful what you ship back to the US as customs will intervene and tie your package up for three months just to take some beef jerky and a couple of cuban cigars) With electronics so very inexpensive in Hong Kong its tough to pass up. Yes it's all real! Hong Kong has cracked down on the fake stuff. You can find it if you want it but it's not easy. Good place to buy a watch although I didn't this trip. Couldn't find what I was looking for.

Enjoy the pictures!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/rickspics1/sets/72157605080296448/

Rick

My 2008 Mini Cooper S Clubman (click on this title)

Here is a link to pics of my new 2008 MCS S Clubman. It's a fantastic little vehicle that is an absolute blast to drive. Coming from a Lexus SUV to this most would think it's too small. Frankly I haven't missed that SUV since I drove this car off the lot.

I have always liked the Mini's since the M'head days. But when BMW bought the line in early 2000 and brought it back to life I have always wanted one. The coupe was just too small. When I got wind of the Clubman coming back in Nov. 07' I just had to have one. Mid January I found out the launch was coming Feb. 17th. 08' so I promptly went on line to build my Clubman. (BTW if you ever consider buying a Mini, go on line and build it then order. Don't buy off the lot. Most Mini owners custom build their cars) I emailed the local dealer about the one I wanted and surprisingly they had one coming in that was pretty close to what I wanted. I just had to wait for the launch date. During that waiting period I ended up adding all kinds of options so what was once a big savings over the Lexus ended up being pretty close! (other than gas and maintenance). And I'm still not done tricking it out. Once the JCW Tuning launches later this year I'll be adding that. :) This car screams already! Once that is installed it will add about 30 hp. to what is already a very fast car! (someday I promise to grow up) Is it a wonder while I'm single! :)

Next toy! Wait and see but it only has two wheels!