Useful Information
Public Transport in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Public Transport Systems (MTR, taxi, bus, minibus, ferry and tram) provides an efficient, safe and affordable way for you to get around easily and catch the wonderful glimpses of Hong Kong. For convenience, use the Octopus Card, an electronic stored-value card that is accepted on most public transport.
Information of Hong kong
For more information on shopping, dining, touring attractions and cultural activities etc, please visit the Hong Kong Tourism Board website.
Climate
The average temperature in Hong Kong in September is around 25°C (79°F) to 30°C (86°F). Relative humidity is around 81%. For detail, please click here.
Currency
The currency in Hong Kong is the Hong Kong Dollar (HK$). Notes come in denominations of $10, $20, $50, $100, $500, and $1,000. Coins also come in 10, 20, and 50 cents.
US$1 = HK$7.8 (around)
Electricity
The electrical voltage in Hong Kong is 200/220 volts, 50 cycles.
Mobile / Cell phone
Hong Kong supports GSM 900, PCS 1800, CDMA and WCDMA network. Please check with your local mobile network provider for roaming services. You may also buy a SIM card to use with your mobile phone in town.
Internet Access
Most of the hotels have internet access. Guest accounts for Internet access on Conference venues will be offered to Conference attendees??.
Time Zone
GMT + 08:00