It feels like it was a long time since I last posted here, but I guess it's because this has been a longer and busier week than normal. Midterms' period is now over; however, projects, paperwork, and presentation period is coming soon.I guess this is the moment when students abroad start taking classes more seriously. … Continue reading Hong Kong #9: CityU Photo Session. Intra-Hall Football Competition.
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Hong Kong #7: Happy Valley. Macau Trip.
Ruins of St. Paul'sFirst of all, let me give a huge thanks to all of you that wished me a happy birthday last week and a bigger thanks to all of you who celebrated with me before, during, and after this especial day. It's been another incredible week in Hong Kong, in which I've enjoyed its … Continue reading Hong Kong #7: Happy Valley. Macau Trip.
Hong Kong #6: Guangzhou-Panyu Trip. Chimelong Water Park. Beijing Road. Birthday.
It's all about the water and the good time you spend here with friendsAs I write Hong Kong #6, I'm still inside the bus on my way back to Hong Kong from mainland China.Guangzhou-Panyu Trip.This weekend we've decided to take a trip to Panyu, Guangzhou, where one of the biggest water parks in Asia is … Continue reading Hong Kong #6: Guangzhou-Panyu Trip. Chimelong Water Park. Beijing Road. Birthday.
Hong Kong #5: Football. Academians’ Night. China Consulate. Boatzilla. + TED Talk!
The CityU FamHey everyone! I hope you guys are doing as good as I am. This will be my post "Hong Kong #5" since I arrived in Hong Kong for my study abroad. Thanks for checking my blog and leaving comments and votes. Keep it up! :)Despite the departure of Mona back to California, the … Continue reading Hong Kong #5: Football. Academians’ Night. China Consulate. Boatzilla. + TED Talk!
Hong Kong #4: Mid-Autumn Festival. LKF. Typhoon #8. Special Note.
Bonne Chance and Bon VoyageIt's been a long week as well as weekend. I trained with the football team and ever since after that moment my mid-autumn festival started off ( on Tuesday ) when I had both a birthday dinner and a moon cake dine with the To family. However, I had actually began … Continue reading Hong Kong #4: Mid-Autumn Festival. LKF. Typhoon #8. Special Note.
Hong Kong #3: Football. Government Services. Victoria Peak. Early Birthday Lunch.
Victoria PeakAlthough classes have started already, things have been slow these first two weeks. Hong Kong has been all about exploring, loving, enjoying, and getting lost so far.FootballI started training and trying out with the CityU football team this past week and I cannot lie that I am enjoying like a child while playing during … Continue reading Hong Kong #3: Football. Government Services. Victoria Peak. Early Birthday Lunch.
Hong Kong #1: Flight & Explore.
Street Art + PeopleFlight.Definitely, one of the best things about flying long distances ( i.e. SFO to HKG ) is being seated in first row where you can stretch your legs, bend back your seat, and get off for a walk without the necessity of asking your neighbors every now and then. My flight from San … Continue reading Hong Kong #1: Flight & Explore.
Personal: What did San Francisco teach me?
Every time I travel to a new place I try to be a sponge and absorb as much as possible from people I spend time talking with, from places I go to, and from the culture I get into. And it hasn't been different with San Francisco.I believe this city has shaped my early young-adult … Continue reading Personal: What did San Francisco teach me?
Final Days in San Francisco before Departure #5: Jump Outta Airplane ( Skydiving ) !
Today's post is one to the last before I leave to Hong Kong as there would only be less than one week left prior to my departure. Enjoy! When it comes to skydiving most people might tell you, "You must try skydiving at least once during your lifetime!" However, I will tell you that you should jump … Continue reading Final Days in San Francisco before Departure #5: Jump Outta Airplane ( Skydiving ) !
Final Days in San Francisco before Departure #4: Camping Donner Lake ’13
It has been four days of camping and being out in the nature with almost none technological devices and having contact with people, maintaining real face-to-face conversations, and living a simple life. First of all, I have to thank Kevin and Siew Choo, who run the International House in San Francisco, for organizing and preparing the … Continue reading Final Days in San Francisco before Departure #4: Camping Donner Lake ’13
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