Hong Kong, was once a British colony that is now growing in popularity: for its shopping, exotic street food, historic sites and unique architecture. To get a real feel for the city, look up the Cosmo Hotel Hong Kong, a property that brings local flavour to a contemporary lifestyle. The central location also makes getting around convenient. International tourists will be pleased to find maps and street signs clearly marked in English.

If you are looking for the top tourist attractions Hong Kong has to offer, do not miss Disneyland, which is located on Lantau Island. Plan a day to spend at the park, get on the the MRT’s special ‘Disneyland Resort’ line have enjoy a Disney themed journey right up to the Disney station. The park’s regular opening hours are 10am to 9pm. Collect a times guide from City Hall Guest Services to find out all the specifics about special events and also show times. Hong Kong Disneyland produces the same enchanting atmosphere as all the other Disney-themed parks. It is one five Disney attractions in the world.

If you happen to be visiting during Christmas or Chinese New Year, you are in for an extra treat, as the park puts on specially themed parades during these times of the year. The guidebook gives details of routes and times of the parade. The Flights of Fancy Parade, which happens daily all year round, is a cannot miss part of the experience. Fantasyland is another much loved area of the park; the homes of the fairy tale characters can be found here, from sleeping beauty’s castle and Cinderella’s palace to Winnie the Pooh and Dumbo. After seeing where they live, you must meet the characters themselves in the Fantasy Gardens; which are beautifully landscaped with the essence of Disney.

Nigel Walters is a travel writer, who writes under the pen name, Fritzjames Stephen. His content is based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life. Google+