I've lived in Hong Kong for nearly 11 years and I'm still a little mystified about Lai See giving. As soon as the fai chun (red paper with luck messages) start to go up I get sweaty palms. My bank manager, even more so! How much to give to these lovely 'familiar strangers'? Totally depends on how close you are to them and how well you know them. A general rule is $20-50. Totally fine to give more if you can afford more. This is your building staff's year 13' bonus. If they're

Some easily accessible and beautiful rock pools in Discovery Bay, Lantau Island

Don't fear the 7/11 kitchen - how to order the best bits

The Macau Grand Prix is a wonderful and surprisingly cheap day out.

Travelling to Hong Kong and looking for a suit? Visit Manesh Manolo Bespoke Couturier, and award winning Hong Kong Tailor.

I had a friend in town who is both fitter than a butcher's dog and a history buff, so there was only one thing for it... a visit to the...