Winter wonderland in Hong Kong

Want to experience the home comforts of Christmas in new surroundings? Try flying to Hong Kong for its annual WinterFest event, running between November 24th and January 1st.

The festival sees downtown Hong Kong become transformed into a sea of festive delights, with visitors enjoying a massive Christmas tree and special attractions such as the Snowy Chapel and Santa's Lodge.

Visitors can also drop by Madame Tussauds or take a stroll down Mistletoe Boulevard, while eager shoppers can take advantage of Hong Kong's extensive retail facilities.

This spectacular festival can be seen from miles away, with lights adorning buildings along both sides of the harbour.

And with the rest of Hong Kong being easily accessible, tourists can also see the sights of the rest of the city and take in theatre performances and music concerts, while also enjoying numerous restaurants and bars.

For more information, see the Hong Kong Tourism Board website.

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