We're surviving!

Yesterday was a great day full of activities. Scotty had the day off and took us around town. First we checked out a temple in the middle of the city. Unfortunately we weren't able to take pictures inside. The art inside was absolutely stunning! I've never seen anything like it. The smell of incense was intense but also very comforting. It reminded me of my parents when they burn it.

We then climbed up to Lover's rock. Boy oh boy are we out of shape. The hike was relatively easy but we were definitely sweating. At the top we found a couple of shrines where there were families lighting incense and saying their prayers/thanks. It was really neat.

Scotty then took us to Stanley beach. The views were absolutely amazing. This is one of the most expensive parts of Hong Kong because of the amazing views. Expensive homes, means expensive cars! We saw Roll Royce's, Mazorattis, Lambourghini's, Porsches etc etc etc. So amazing. Actually only 6% of Hong Kongian's own a vehicle. Those who do are rich and own only the nicest cars. We are yet to see a crappy looking car.

After soaking up the sun at Stanley beach we made our way up to Victoria's Peak. This is one of the highest points in Hong Kong and it is where the British had their lookout centre to see oncoming invaders. We paid $20HKD to go to a VIP look out on top of the peak. The views of Hong Kong were amazing. It got even better when the sun set and the lights of the city danced. It's quite a remarkable sight. If a city could be a garden, Hong Kong would be one with perennial beauty.

Our feet were so tired after our long day. Scotty had the great idea of going for a foot massage. Oh my god. 45 minutes of pure bliss. Somewhat tickly, but also delightfully painful. Only $20 CDN. In comparison to home, this is a steal... but to the rest of SEA this is high way robbery. I am getting excited for $6 one hour full body massages on the beach!

Today Joey and I were on our own. Our plan was to get a VISA for both China and Vietnam. Unfortunately it came out to be more expensive than we thought. Our travel books had said that it would take approx. 2-3 days for a Visa, but in actual it's about 1 week. We got ours expressed, so that we can have it by Wednesday. It's on the expensive side but we're itching to get on the road! Plus it'd be about another $400 to stay here until next week anyways.

We walked around the markets today and bought some ingredients for dinner. I'm going to make Scotty some homecooked food! Tonight's menu is spaghetti and salad! Beer and wine will be served as well. Bottles of local beer are about 60 cents CDN per 650ml bottle. Bottles of wine from Australia are $7CDN. Food and beverage are definitely reasonably priced here, but it's almost cheaper to eat out than it is to buy all the ingredients and eat at home!

Now Joey and I are going to veg out on the couch. He's gonna work, and I'm gonna watch a movie. We are still jet lagged and just want to take it easy for the day. Maybe even have a nap!