In and around Hong Kong

Yes, its very different being a tourist. Most of my life I have been a local guy, comfortable where I am and happy to be aware of my surroundings. Today, for the first time, I experienced being a real tourist in a foreign land, quite the difference. Today I met lots of people from all over the world and some pretty nice locals, willing to help, who would go out of their way for you! Hong Kong used to be a British colony so most of the "locals" speak English, some like to play dumb though (haha). I took the train into the city, visited the Star Ferry and went close to the shore of Mainland China, saw beautiful buildings, modern shopping centers, and some really strange food (see the picture), of course, I did find a STARBUCKS! Getting ready to head off to Dhakar, Bangladesh then onto Khatmandou! Had a BIG change in plans, the people I was going with changed their dates and it looks like I may be doing a solo trekk up Mt. Everest! Alone on the biggest mountain on the earth! Now thats being a tourist! Talk to you soon.