It was Jordan for breakfast at a place named "Australian dairy Co.". I was there twice on the last trip and decided to bring them there. Unfortunately, they weren't impressed except for the yummy toasts. The service wasn't worth mentioning too, the guy who took our order was hostile and never followed up with our food. In the end, we seeked help from the other guy. I guess, that might be the end for it, I shall seek better quality places with more personal service.
After breakfast, we were off to Ocean Park. 1st October is China's National Day... and unsurprisingly, Ocean Park is extremely crowded. All the Chinese tourists must have taken the long weekend off! I had to queue for a long time before I could get the tickets and a stupid chinese woman behind tried to cut my queue. Everywhere was swarmed with people on a Friday, I couldn't imagine it during the weekend. I bought myself a "blue hat" to decorate myself in the pictures... "YEAY I am all ready for the rides!"
The Skyfair was our first. 22m in diameter, this big helium balloom brought us up to 100 metres above the ground to savour the breathtaking views of Ocean Park and the southern side of Hong Kong. Dad didn't want to go up so he was sitting there entertained by clowns and amazing acrobatic performances. The view was worth the over 1 hour of waiting... some things you just gotta try it once!
All rides are plagued with long queues, not to mention all the cafes and restaurants in the park! We decided to skip most rides, have a look around the park and take things easy. Sis and me went up to say hello to An An and Jia Jia, the two pandas up at HKJC Giant Panda Habitat. They were gifted to Hong Kong in 1997 to mark the return of Hong Kong to Chinese sovereignty. Huge, adorable and hungry, these pandas fascinate me.We then headed to the summit by cable car where we tried to look for lunch. There were so much to see and so much to do, but we were limited by the crowd, long queues everywhere and very hot weather. I need to return another time during the off peak season!
The cable car took us from Lowland Gardens to Marine Land as the Ocean Park attractions are located on two different sides of the mountain. Exceptional views of the surrounding area, the sea, and the entire park - you should never ever miss this if you visit the Ocean Park! My parents loved it, while sis got cold feet from the height! I totally enjoyed it too and we decided to buy the family snapshot as a souvenir for over S$30. Fortunately we did, because we realised it was the only family picture we have from this Hong Kong trip! I just realised we didn't get a chance to take the second longest outdoor escalator in Ocean Park - such a shame!
We caught a glimpse of the California sea lions at Pacific Pier before sis and me braved ourselves for "The Dragon". The roller coaster ride with 3 full 360° rotations, only meant for the thrill seekers. I could only recall screaming so hard at each of the full 360° rotation, and then it was over too quick. When I stood up, I could still feel my hair standing, my heart trying hard to get the blood in my head down to my knees. I needed reloading of sugar. McDonalds.I didn't feel like I needed another dizzy ride after "The Dragon" and to risk my McDonalds from being emptied from my happy stomach, we decided to head back down with the new Ocean Express. A quick, smooth and entertaining ride from the Summit back to Ocean Park's waterfront in just 3 mins, the train also carries a very funky and futuristic design. The train travels though a 1.3km tunnel, and at the same time offers this cool experience with music, video and changing lights that simulates a journey through the ocean's depths. Astonishing. So good that I don't mind having a few more of the 3 mins ride!
Bye bye Ocean Park! As we bade farewell to the park, we somehow also left our childhood behind.
After an adventurous bus ride (with the lack of taxis and availability of taxi bookings), we found ourselves enjoying nice sumptuous desserts at Honeymoon Dessert in IFC Mall. I was soaked in cold mango sago madness. Bliss.
We cabbed back. Sis and me then dressed up for Lan Kwai Fung where we were going to hit up with Syndy and John (my lovely friends). It was my first time there, boy was I excited! I even bought myself a pair of bunny ears to get the party started :) After hopping 3 bars, John retired from the night while the 3 mad women carried on partying! We eventually settled in Bar George with our new found friends, two crazy Japanese men. A local bunch joined us too. It was some mad dancing, drinking... The DJ, apparently, a friend of the Japanese boys, bought us shooters! I loved the drink, even though I had no idea what it was! LOL.
2am - time to go back and hit the sack. Another day tomorrow.
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