Life in Hong Kong

Post new topic

Member since 13 July 2018

egmontMember16 July 2018 02:44:31

Hi all,

I arrived in HK 11 years ago and I immediately loved the challenges and life here. I have been working pretty much all the time in F&B industry, as manager and sommelier first, and as whole sale and retail manager of Italian , but not only, food products.
I'm actually managing and Italian food store offering the best of our national products and handling catering, take away food and events....
Sad to say that life has changed here. Rents are crazy high and salaries and profits are far away than 10 years ago. This is the reason I'm in this website, I'm open to new experiences in other countries, preference given to Indonesia (my wife is Indonesian), vietnam and Australia.

Thank you for your attention.

abdulkhalil Banned

Member since 19 January 2017

abdulkhalilBanned19 July 2018 23:09:33

684

I totally agree with you about Hong Kong, it has really changed. I lived in HK in the late 1980's to the mid 1990's when it was still British and it was a wonderful places to live, affordable and an entrepreneurs dream. I started a company there which became very successful in a short matter of time. I have just had a holiday there with my family (Indonesian wife too), and while I still appreciate some of the nicer places like the islands and Stanley market, it has become so crowded and expensive and nowadays so many workers there cannot even speak English. You can go into a KFC and only order by pointing at the pictures. In the old days everyone spoke some English and mostly Cantonese. Nowadays the place is overcrowded and Mandarin speaking. It also feels sort of heartless.

Indonesia would be a nice place to live, that's where I moved to a few years ago, very relaxed and friendly people. The cost of living is much more affordable and great food here.

Articles to help you in your expat project in Hong Kong

How to drive in Hong Kong
While driving is generally a great way to get around, Hong Kong has one of the highest concentrations of vehicles ...
Marriage in Hong Kong
There are many reasons why you may want to get married in Hong Kong. You could be a long-term expat and have ...
Having a baby in Hong Kong
Starting a family in a new country can be truly exciting. Thanks to top-quality medical care, and a variety of ...
Buying a property in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is home to a large number of expats, many of whom call the city their second home. Thus, it comes as no ...
The healthcare system in Hong Kong
As an expat, it can be overwhelming to navigate a new healthcare system in a foreign country. This is why ...
Phones and internet in Hong Kong
Staying connected to friends and family when living abroad is essential. Fortunately, this won't be difficult ...
Internships in Hong Kong
Internships abroad are a great way to gain professional and life experience. And talking up an internship in Hong ...
Working Holiday Visa for Hong Kong
A Working Holiday Visa in Hong Kong can be easy, relaxing, fun, and educational! Indeed, the Working Holiday ...