Monday: Part Two

At Central bus station, we found the 15C bus, an open-air topped bus that would take us to the peak tram. The bus ride was only ten minutes long, but it was wonderful. Aside from the fact that people say it's November, you'd never know it here! Today I was wearing capris and a tank top, and I was warm all day long. It's still sunny and a bit humid, and it feels like July!! On the bus with the sun down and the wind in our hair we were perfectly comfortable as we took in the bright lights of the city.

When we got to the tram station, we bought tickets to ride it to the top. We were headed to Victoria Peak, the highest point in HK. It's the best place to get a beautiful view of the whole city, and to have a romantic dinner. The tram up was tons of fun! Basically, the tram has exsisted since the 1920s. It's like an old-fashioned train car that is dragged up the hillside. The fun part is, there's a beautiful view of the city, so you enjoy the 8 minutes up whole heartedly. Also, the hill you're riding is VERY steep, so you're being dragged up more than a 45-degree angle! On the way down I had to stand and I almost fell on a car full of people, the force was so strong. It was great!

At the top of the peak we shopped for a bit, and then headed to the famous Cafe Deco for dinner. It has amazing views of the city, and some fantastic food. We had brought cute outfits in our backpacks, and we put them on and had a wonderful intimate dinner. Steak, lobster bisque, chocolate cake, wine sampler. It was Incredible!! We sat and ate for two hours looking and the sparkling lights below us, and reminiscing about our time on tour. After dinner we shopped a bit more, and checked out the viewing platforms to check out the true city views. My camera takes crappy night-time pictures, so those won't help, but I'm sure I won't need help remembering this. The uniquness of the buildings added to the beauty of the water made a sight I'll see forever with no problem.

Eventually, exhausted, we started the long trip home. We ended up stuck in Central station waiting for our bus for 45 minutes, but the three of us can waste any time given. It was such an amazing Hong Kong day! This truly is a city that I could live in. Not only does it have the modern convieniences and the bonus of English as a language, it is full of so many different beautiful places! From the wilds of the peaceful mountians to the bright lights of the city, it's a treat either way. I feel like today I truly got to know the spirit of HK, and now... we're besties.