Bright Lights, Big Cities

Took the 16hr trek to Hong Kong from New York City. It actually didn't feel as long as I expected- probably because I knocked out for a few hours, and found myself daydreaming for others.

My view for 15hrs 50 minutes

My view for 15hrs 50 minutes

At least I had the window seat

At least I had the window seat

I haven't been to anywhere in Asia other than Japan, so it's a treat to be able to explore more of a continent so impressive and grand. My first impressions of the city? It smells... familiar.

An average street in Hong Kong, near the Mong Kok district.

An average street in Hong Kong, near the Mong Kok district.

The best foods are the ones that you order off a street with little idea what they are for an pretty cheap price, and they end up being delicious. 

The best foods are the ones that you order off a street with little idea what they are for an pretty cheap price, and they end up being delicious.