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How are things in HK right now ? my wife is has an external examiner job for a uni out there and is going for 7 days towards end of May.
She wants me and the two year old to go along with her. I'm not massively keen mainly because I rather spend the money on new wheels for a bike. But also I'm a bit apprehensive about being on my own for long days with a two year old in a place that I know nothing about. How are thing safely wise currently ?
HousecatHST-
A brief summary;
· Travelers should avoid close contact with people who are sick — particularly those with cold symptoms such as coughing or runny noses.
· Wearing a mask isn't particularly helpful, but travellers should wash their hands frequently with soap and water, making sure to scrub for at least 20 seconds. Don’t touch your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
· Steer clear of live animals - scientists have traced the Wuhan virus to a local seafood market with live animals but they're not yet sure which animal spread the virus to people.
· If you do become ill after traveling to the region, report your symptoms to a health authority right away. There appears to be an incubation period of about a week.
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HK is and even at the height of the protests was safe. But it depends where you base yourself as to how affected you are by the protests. Causeway Bay and lower wan chai are where to avoid. Nice lively places but you’re likely to have tear gas outside at some point. The areas west of central and the whole of the south side are almost totally unaffected. If you are with a toddler then somewhere near the beaches would be ideal. They have some nice beaches here and the water is warm all year round (just been for a dip before heading to work).
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Safety wise is still the safest place I have ever lived in, if you came out you would be fine as long as you can be aware of planned protest in any areas. I'll have to say May would be v hot and v humid. Its a still a great city. Unless we are all wiped out by Wuflu and become zombies or something
marcomarcos
Ramsaye
Rich_G
Things here in HK ramping up a little tho not as crazy as in mainland China. Its totally undersatable because of what happened with sars, its hit at just the wrong time with luna new year with the huge moving of people to see family. Keep heaththy Hats 👍