From Macau to Hong Kong
Shuttle bus to Macau Ferry Terminal
We left The Venetian Hotel and headed to the Macau Ferry Terminal.
A free shuttle bus operated from the hotel to the terminal, making it convenient for us to use. Although the shuttle bus was primarily for customers using the casinos and hotels, many tourists passing by like myself also used it.
The Venetian Hotel shuttle bus
There was a long line waiting for the shuttle bus, but we didn’t have to wait too long.
Buses arrived approximately every 10 minutes to pick up tourists.
Additionally, since the buses were large, like tour buses, the line significantly decreased with each departure.
Front seat of the bus
As soon as the bus was filled, it quickly departed.
I could enjoy the scenery of Macau from the front seat, feeling like I was on a sightseeing tour rather than just a shuttle bus ride.
Macau Tower
When traveling from the Macau Peninsula to Taipa Island, we passed by the Sai Van Bridge, getting a close view of the Macau Tower.
On the way back from Taipa Island to the Macau Peninsula and then to the ferry terminal, we crossed the Governor Nobre de Carvalho Bridge.
This allowed us to get a distant view of the Macau Tower.
Governor Nobre de Carvalho Bridge
Although it was regrettable to end the short trip to Macau and return to Hong Kong, I enjoyed the feeling of riding on the bus over the sea.
Macau Ferry Terminal
Since Macau was a former Portuguese colony, there were still many traces of Portugal on the streets.
Many signs at the ferry terminal were also in Portuguese.
The Venetian Hotel shuttle bus
The shuttle buses at The Venetian were as large as the hotel itself.
It was compared to the minibuses of the Lisboa Hotel.
Ferry Terminal
We got off the shuttle bus and used the underground passage to reach the ferry terminal.
It was a bit strange and unfamiliar to move through the underground passage.
There were also signs in Portuguese here.
Ferry ticket
When departing from Hong Kong, we departed from Hong Kong Island, but when returning to Hong Kong, we decided to go to Tsim Sha Tsui.
The times were similar, but the fares were different.
When traveling from Hong Kong Island, Sheung Wan, to Macau, the fare was HK$141, but when traveling from Macau to Tsim Sha Tsui, it was HK$164.
Although the distance wasn’t significantly different, the fares varied depending on the terminal in Hong Kong, and there was a surcharge for nighttime travel after 6 p.m.
Interior of Turbo Jet ferry
The ferry was spacious and comfortable.
The seats were comfortable, and most importantly, there was minimal rocking of the boat, which was nice.
Interior of Turbo Jet ferry
The ferry was full.
There was a small shop inside, but there weren’t many people using it.
It seemed that one could reach the destination in about an hour.
The ferry was full.
The seats were spacious and comfortable.
With a fare of HK$164, it seemed reasonably priced.
Although it was a one-hour journey, it was still a border crossing process, so it was a bit cumbersome to fill out immigration cards.
Tsim Sha Tsui, Chow Yun-fat
When we arrived at Tsim Sha Tsui, familiar faces welcomed us. It was Chow Yun-fat.
He’s gotten older now, but he’s still the handsome actor representing Hong Kong.
Tsim Sha Tsui, Takeshi Kaneshiro(Jin Chengwu)
Takeshi Kaneshiro looked handsome.
Although born in Taiwan, he holds Japanese citizenship and has permanent residency in Hong Kong and Macau.
I remembered the roles Takeshi Kaneshiro played.
The role of ‘Zhuge Liang’ in Red Cliff and the role of a doctor in the movie Chungking Express from a long time ago.
Chungking Express was a shocking movie.
The editing, music, and colors were all impressive.
Chungking Mansion
Chungking Mansion used to have many crimes, they say.
However, it is said that Hong Kong has paid particular attention to security to solve this problem.
Therefore, despite the somewhat shabby appearance of the building, many tourists were enjoying their evening in front of the building.
Chungking Mansion
There were many shops, and the exterior of the building was decorated with lights.
Nevertheless, the building still looked a bit old-fashioned.
MTR Admiralty Station / Transfer station
After walking a bit from Tsim Sha Tsui, we decided to take the subway back to the hotel.
We took the subway from Tsim Sha Tsui and crossed the sea.
Then we transferred to the Island Line at Admiralty Station.
Hong Kong Subway, MTR
The Hong Kong subway has a central passage.
When the subway runs, wind blows, giving the feeling that the subway is running on the ground.
The air conditioning was cool, but the breeze made it even cooler.
Fortress Hill Station, Hong Kong Island, Fortress Hill
Where our accommodation was located.
Hong Kong nightlife
The nightlife in Hong Kong felt safe unless it was in remote areas.
Hong Kong Tram
Trams were operating diligently even late at night.
I tried taking photos using the panning technique.
Hong Kong currency
Tomorrow is the last day of the trip to Hong Kong.
Although I had a whole day left as my flight back to Korea was late at night, I still felt quite sad that it was the last night of the trip.
Aug. 23. 2012