Hong Kong - Part 2

Day 7, Friday 27^th May

Thulani spent the day exploring Discovery Bay, where we live, on the Island of Lantau. Firstly, he took a stroll by the lake and waterfalls, next to Ryan’s and Oliver’s school. Then he ventured down to beach to enjoy the lovely sunshine.

Days 8 & 9, the weekend, 28-29^th May

Thulani has finally got around to experiencing some of the traditional sights of Hong Kong. He has been on so many kinds of Hong Kong transport this weekend: buses, ferries, taxis and trams. Firstly, he went up to Victoria Peak, to see the (normally) incredible view of the harbour, lined with all the skyscrapers and backed by mountains. Unfortunately, it was a hazy day so the view was not so good. To make up for the slightly disappointing view, Thulani took a ride in a rickshaw, with Derry, around the peak. He then rode on the incredibly steep funicular railway tram from the Peak down to Hong Kong Park in the busy Central area of Hong Kong Island. Rhys got some funny looks having a photograph with a teddy bear at his age!!

  

In Hong Kong Park, Thulani enjoyed the aviary, fish, waterfalls and tea museum. He then took in the sights and sounds of busy Central, on board a traditional tram. These trams are more than 100 years old  and they make a ding ding sound as they move along, hence why the locals call them the “Ding Ding Trams”.

Goodbye Thulani, we will surely miss you. We look forward to hearing all about your further adventures, as you travel around the globe. Have fun, take care and remember the Thomas Family!!