Southern China and Hong Kong provide a vast range of possibilities for the traveler. The four main cities in this region are Hong Kong, Macau, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen. All four are legitimate tourist and/or business destinations in their own right, while at the same time being as different as night and day from each other. Actually one could easily make the point that Zhuhai (which borders Macau) being the fifth major city in the region.
Until the recent handovers to China, both Hong Kong and Macau were under the administrative control of foreign countries (United Kingdom for Hong Kong and Portugal for Macau). Clear evidence of this can be seen in both cities, which also have a higher foreign population than the Mainland. English is widely spoken in both cities, with Portuguese still to be seen in Macau.
While Hong Kong remains a viable financial, business, and transportation hub for the region, Macau is better known for the gambling industry, with some of the biggest investments in new luxury casinos having been made there over the past 20 years.
Guangzhou, formerly known as Canton, has a rich and long history. This can be seen in many of the parks and historical sites. Guangzhou is the capital of Guangdong province, home to the highest concentration and top production of manufactured goods in the world.
Shenzhen on the other hand is one of the newest cities in the world. Just 25 years ago Shenzhen was a small fishing village. Currently one of the two fastest growing cities in the world, it is the cultural melting pot of China - with people coming from around the country to live and work. Population figures are hard to know for sure, in part due to the huge number of undocumented workers from outside Guangdong, but some estimates place it at over 14 million. This would make Shenzhen about twice the size in terms of population from neighboring Hong Kong.
China Tours and Accommodation
We provide customized tours in Shenzhen and Guangzhou. Tours can be tailored for business (trading), general tourism, cultural, or shopping to name a few. Additional information can be found on the China Tours and Accommodation page. We can also arrange for private accommodation in Shenzhen for the single traveler.
Hong Kong Tours and Accommodation
Hong Kong is often described as one of the most vibrant cities in the world. And for good reason - it is truly an International city in every sense of the term. Aside from being a major financial and business center, it 
has one of the busiest container ports in the world. Infrastructure from transportation, telecommunications, airport and other among the best in the world. The Hong Kong skyline, harbour, abundance and variety of cuisine, nightlife, and attractions such as the Symphony of Lights are a wonder to see and be part of. For those more interested in natural beauty - the Wetlands Park, many outlying islands such as Cheung Chau, city parks, seaside communities such as Sai Kung, and much more will not disappoint.
We provide custom tours in Hong Kong. These can be tailored for business, general tourism, cultural, shopping, nature, or whatever you like. Additional information can be found on the Hong Kong Tours and Accommodation page. We are working to be able to start providing quality budget accommodation (private) in Hong Kong later in 2010.
Philippines
We are planning to include tourism and accommodation services for visitors to the Philippines later in 2010. Please contact us if you need additional information or have any specific questions in this area.
Additional Resources
New Years Celebration - Hong Kong 2010
Photo Gallery :: China
Photo Gallery :: Hong Kong
Photo Gallery :: Philippines
