Hongkongers are out in droves to experience festive vibes on Christmas Eve, while more than 330,000 residents have left the city for the holidays. By Wednesday evening, a growing crowd had gathered at the open-air plaza at Harbour City shopping centre in Tsim Sha Tsui to admire special Disney-themed festive installations. Office worker Cecile Tang,…
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Christmas travelers face delays due to snow, atmospheric river Weather-related travel delays may mount in California and some parts of the Northeast and Great Lakes from Christmas Eve through Christmas Day, as well as the days that follow the holiday, AccuWeather meteorologists warn. By far, the most impactful weather from Wednesday to Friday for this…
As the year draws to a close, Hong Kong is awash with set menus, cultural happenings, themed brunches and extravagant countdown parties. The offerings run the gamut from high tradition (yes, more turkey) to the decidedly unconventional (fried chicken, anyone?). Tai Kwun has launched its “Simple Gifts of Joy” celebration, running until January 4. The…