If you’re looking for a place to visit this summer, then you want to put Hong Kong in your list because there’s a string of exciting events that will excite you! From now till June 2013, experience some of Hong Kong’s unique offerings that will entice you to it’s magical wonders.
William and Kate in Hong Kong
To mark the second wedding anniversary of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, a wax figure of the couple was created and it’s making a stop in Hong Kong. The wax doubles were greatly received by visitors all across the world from its lifelike precision. Catch the charming couple up close at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong from now till June 9th.
Guests can even enjoy extra value as they receive more than 20% off by booking admission tickets online at the official website of Madame Tusssauds Hong Kong. httpp://www.madametussauds.com/
16-meter-high “Rubber Duck at Harbour City Hong Kong
Forget the tiny rubber ducks you have bobbing along in your tub. Hong Kong will be hosting its first ever maritime art exhibition at Ocean Terminal, Harbour City on 2 May to 9 June 2013. With the Victoria Harbour as its giant bathtub, a 16.5 meter high Rubber Duck will be traveling to Hong Kong for the very first time! www.harbourcity.com.hk
“Mobile M+ Inflation!” – Larger Than Life Sculptures
This unique event will see six giant inflatable sculptures on site of the Park at West Kowloon Cultural District, next to M+, Hong Kong’s future museum for visual culture from 25 April to 9 June 2013. The Mobile M+ Inflation! aims to pose questions about the nature of public art and ways to in which audiences might engage with it. Admission is free. http://www.mobile-mplus.hk/
Art Basel at Hong Kong
If you’re a art lover, you’ll be glad to know that the renowned Art Basel will be coming to Hong Kong in 2013 to offer a diverse collection of artworks, including painting sculpture, installation, video, performance and edition works. With an emphasis on the highest quality of work and presentation, art by more than 3,000 artists will be showcased. From young stars to the modern masters of the early 20th century,the Art Basel will take place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from Mary 23 to 26, 2013. www.artbasel.com
On another note, a special Bahasa Malaysia version of Discover Hong Kong travel site has recently been launched. Catering to a growing tourist segment, Malaysians will not be able to find out more on the places to see, things to do and everything they need to know about Hong Kong, all in Bahasa Malaysia. Just visit http://www.discoverhongkong.com/my/ to see it for yourself!