The Third Day !
This day was the funnest of all, as we went to Ocean Park !
Ok, by now it would seemed to you that I've been wearing the same outfit in every single picture. Do not be fooled ! Well, actually yeah, I only brought along 2 pairs of jeans and a sweater. But I changed the shirt inside everyday ! I'm not dirty !
My traveling partner, on the other hand, seemed to have brought her whole wardrobe along ! I seriously don't know how many sweaters, jeans and scarves she brought along. Everyday like different style wun !
My traveling partner, on the other hand, seemed to have brought her whole wardrobe along ! I seriously don't know how many sweaters, jeans and scarves she brought along. Everyday like different style wun !
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That morning, we woke up a little bit earlier and had breakfast at a nearby coffee shop. I really love their breakfast menu, everything seemed so yum-yum !
Anyways, after that we took the MTR to Admiralty (金鐘). There is a direct bus (Citybus 629) to Ocean Park there. Their buses are extremely efficient. We didn't have to wait long before we got onto a bus.
The journey took approximately 30 minutes. cr4zyb3autiful totally enjoyed herself sitting at the upper deck of the double decker bus.
The tickets per pax cost HK $208, about RM 95. Much expensive than Sunway Lagoon, but it was worth it. C'mon, you couldn't have gone to Hong Kong and not visit Ocean Park or Disneyland !
Upon entering, I must say they have done a good job creating a fun and family-oriented atmosphere. All around me I see eye-catching Christmas decorations with cheery musics blaring in the background. It was certainly uplifting, especially since Christmas is my favourite season of all.
Just as we were happily camwhoring with the decos, doing our jump shots, then came the release of foams, reproducing the effect of falling snows !
It was only for a brief moment, but we managed to snap this shot !
We did not attempt this ride as the weather was extremely cold. It was winter in Hong Kong FYI. But that day's weather was better, as around mid-noon, the sun's warmth was sufficient to take our sweaters off.
The Abyss
It was like Genting's Solero Space Shot, only much taller. At first, cr4zyb3autiful was a little reluctant to try it. But because of her undying love for me, she decided to give it a try. lol
I must say it was kinda scary. The moment it dropped, I felt like my heart had fell off my chest. And I was screaming, really screaming, that I was oblivious to the screams beside me. All I heard was my own scream.
The Dragon was another ride that seemed scary. I think there were 2 loops that gave us a few seconds of upside down moment. Well, the ride was short, and was not as scary as its looks gave it credit for.
There is one aspect that Ocean Park should be commended for. At rides where you can't bring your belongings along, for instance your backpack, they have a designated shelf for you. And whilst you are on the ride, the shelf would be covered with its installed curtains. That way, it kinda maintains the safety of your belongings.
And then ... well of course a visit to Ocean Park would not be complete without witnessing the Dolphin's performance.
It was a rather short performance, around 15 minutes I think, but was nevertheless entertaining.
Anyways, after that we took the MTR to Admiralty (金鐘). There is a direct bus (Citybus 629) to Ocean Park there. Their buses are extremely efficient. We didn't have to wait long before we got onto a bus.
The journey took approximately 30 minutes. cr4zyb3autiful totally enjoyed herself sitting at the upper deck of the double decker bus.
The tickets per pax cost HK $208, about RM 95. Much expensive than Sunway Lagoon, but it was worth it. C'mon, you couldn't have gone to Hong Kong and not visit Ocean Park or Disneyland !
Upon entering, I must say they have done a good job creating a fun and family-oriented atmosphere. All around me I see eye-catching Christmas decorations with cheery musics blaring in the background. It was certainly uplifting, especially since Christmas is my favourite season of all.
Just as we were happily camwhoring with the decos, doing our jump shots, then came the release of foams, reproducing the effect of falling snows !
It was only for a brief moment, but we managed to snap this shot !I don't really remember all the rides we got into, but I think first was a theme-based booth called Treasure Palace. Inside are those optic illusion stuffs, like mirror maze, rotating cylinder ... Nothing to shout about. We've got these kind of things back in Genting.
Then we took the Tai Shue Wan Escalator. It was a series of extremely long escalators.
If you have been to Sunway Lagoon, you would have certainly tried the ride where you would slide out from the snake's mouth, with water splashing all over that you'd be sure to get wet. They have this too in Ocean Park.
We did not attempt this ride as the weather was extremely cold. It was winter in Hong Kong FYI. But that day's weather was better, as around mid-noon, the sun's warmth was sufficient to take our sweaters off.
The Abyssmazwah.blogspot.com
It was like Genting's Solero Space Shot, only much taller. At first, cr4zyb3autiful was a little reluctant to try it. But because of her undying love for me, she decided to give it a try. lol
I must say it was kinda scary. The moment it dropped, I felt like my heart had fell off my chest. And I was screaming, really screaming, that I was oblivious to the screams beside me. All I heard was my own scream.
The Dragon was another ride that seemed scary. I think there were 2 loops that gave us a few seconds of upside down moment. Well, the ride was short, and was not as scary as its looks gave it credit for.
There is one aspect that Ocean Park should be commended for. At rides where you can't bring your belongings along, for instance your backpack, they have a designated shelf for you. And whilst you are on the ride, the shelf would be covered with its installed curtains. That way, it kinda maintains the safety of your belongings.
And then ... well of course a visit to Ocean Park would not be complete without witnessing the Dolphin's performance.
It was a rather short performance, around 15 minutes I think, but was nevertheless entertaining.
Also, we tried the Flying Swing. Nothing special, just like the one in Genting.
However, the ride was rather long. It gets a little boring after some time. But I enjoyed swinging my legs in the air as it spins.
The Ocean Park Tower
Wanted to try this, but the queue was too long and we had very limited time.
The view was spectacular.
The Ocean Park TowerWanted to try this, but the queue was too long and we had very limited time.
Took the cable car which brought us to the other part of Ocean Park. You see the park is so huge that you have 2 separate entrance: The Tai Shue Wan entrance and the Main entrance.
The cable car ride lasted approximately 10 minutes.
The view was spectacular.
After that, we entered the Madagascar house.
And we metSook Yee Gloria.
And we met
And because of cr4zyb3autiful's exceptional resemblance to Gloria, she was asked to be featured in the 'Move it' music video.
That stupid guy in red checkered shirt kacau-lah. Syiok sendiri.
Actually, she was dancing in front of a green screen, and then it was broadcasted onto the tv screen.
Time really flies when you are having fun. Before long, it was time to leave, as we had to catch the last bus back to Central at 4pm.
Time really flies when you are having fun. Before long, it was time to leave, as we had to catch the last bus back to Central at 4pm.
We headed to Lan Kwai Fong, the popular expatriate haunt in Hong Kong for clubbing, drinking and dining. Didn't visit any pub though, just took some pictures.
Did some jumping shots. Didn't get a good one though.
Yes, you gotta be thick-face in order to take some memorable photos.
Next was roasted goose and chicken with rice. Yes, it may look rather pathetic (especially with that piece of sawi), just like any other chicken rice you could get at a hawker stall, but the roasted goose was really nice, especially when dipped with its specially-made sweet sauce. (or was it sweet and sour?) Considering the fact that I'm no fan of roasted goose, because I feel that the meat tends to be rather rough, that you would need to chew longer before it could be swallowed. But the roasted goose here was tender and nice.
For desserts, we went to Hui Lao Shan. From the outside, it might look like those herbal drink shop that sells 'Guilin Jelly'. But in fact they are famous for their mango desserts. I tell you, their desserts are to die for. Seriously. It tastes as good as it looks.
Coconut milk with bird's nest
OMG, I really really really heart this dessert. Mmmm ... the milkiness.
Mango pieces, mango ice-cream and glutinous rice ball in mango puree
Did some jumping shots. Didn't get a good one though.
Yes, you gotta be thick-face in order to take some memorable photos.
Had dinner in Wellington Street, Central. At Yung Kee Restaurant. Yung Kee is famous for its roasted goose. Mind you, prices are not cheap.
Upon entering, nobody bothered to serve us. So we stood there like a stupid fool for quite a moment. And it was not like the waiters did not see us. When we were finally served, I personally feel that they were a little rude.
First up was Wanton Mee. It tasted alright, but the soup was not the normal Wanton Mee soup. cr4zyb3autiful said that it had a hint of abalone taste.
Upon entering, nobody bothered to serve us. So we stood there like a stupid fool for quite a moment. And it was not like the waiters did not see us. When we were finally served, I personally feel that they were a little rude.
Poor as we are, we ordered only 2 dishes and shared.
First up was Wanton Mee. It tasted alright, but the soup was not the normal Wanton Mee soup. cr4zyb3autiful said that it had a hint of abalone taste.
Next was roasted goose and chicken with rice. Yes, it may look rather pathetic (especially with that piece of sawi), just like any other chicken rice you could get at a hawker stall, but the roasted goose was really nice, especially when dipped with its specially-made sweet sauce. (or was it sweet and sour?) Considering the fact that I'm no fan of roasted goose, because I feel that the meat tends to be rather rough, that you would need to chew longer before it could be swallowed. But the roasted goose here was tender and nice.
For desserts, we went to Hui Lao Shan. From the outside, it might look like those herbal drink shop that sells 'Guilin Jelly'. But in fact they are famous for their mango desserts. I tell you, their desserts are to die for. Seriously. It tastes as good as it looks.
Coconut milk with bird's nestOMG, I really really really heart this dessert. Mmmm ... the milkiness.
Mango pieces, mango ice-cream and glutinous rice ball in mango pureeThis was cr4zyb3autiful's and my favourite. The desserts were so delectable that we had them everyday since then, trying different varieties till we left Hong Kong.
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Till my next update.
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ohh,so many nice pics...jealous u guys le,took so many fun pics.
i know rite, we're so cool, we just can't help it ... u can b too if u mix wif me more ... muahahahaha
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