AMARIS IN HONG KONG
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There are several universities in Hong Kong, so it is important to do research on which programs best fit your personal interest. This link directs you to UCEAP’s website which gives you a program overview of each university with specific information. Some universities require you to be a certain class level to apply for the program. Some universities only offer a year or summer terms. So if you want to go for only fall term, you should check which ones offer that. Knowing about the language of instruction is crucial because you may or may not want to take courses in Chinese. If you do, it’s good to know the language prerequisites.
Not sure what to do once you are in the city? Check out this source to help plan your trip and see the best of Hong Kong. There are many special events and festivals that happen throughout the year, and this site gives you all the dates. It also lists names of popular beaches, city parks, hikes, and islands that you shouldn't miss out on. In addition to giving you an insider's guide on food and drink, the site provides information on cruises and travels beyond Hong Kong, such as Shanghai and Beijing. It is convenient that for each attraction, they give information on location, hours, and contact information.
Interested in seeing the sassy side of Hong Kong? Sassyhongkong.com is geared towards more of a female audience, but it definitely gave me a the inside scoop on the best shopping places and restaurants to visit. This site is great because it gives reviews on topics regarding style, health, fitness, travel, and stuff to do. The events and activities promoted are not the same as what you would find on a site such as Discover Hong Kong. Sassy Hong Kong reviews mainstream and trending activities in the community - things that are constantly changing. Aside from that, Sassy Hong Kong also serves as an online platform for articles that would interest young adults.
Wondering how you can pay for everything while you are abroad? I personally made a High Yield Investor's checkings account with Charles Schwab and it was the best financial decision I made. The link to the site provides details on how the card works compared to cards of other financial institutions. Most places in Hong Kong accept only cash, so being able to withdraw many times without getting charged is a benefit. With the Charles Schwab ATM card you can withdraw cash from any ATM anywhere at anytime, and if international transaction fees are charged to your card, you will get reimbursed.
Airbnb is one of the best sites to search for cheap places to stay during your visits to different countries. People post their listings and prices per night, and you can contact the owner for booking or for more information. A lot of living accomodations presented here are not hotels, but more of hostels or homes of local residents who rent our spaces to day-by-day travelers. Many college students live in hostels because of how affordable the prices are. You can even rent a bed in a shared room with other travelers. Some prefer hostels more because they have a backpacker atmosphere.