hong-kong - IMCAS

HONG KONG
OCTOBER 4 to 6, 2012
InterContinental Hong Kong Hotel
ELECTRIC STANDARDS
The standard electrical voltage in HK is 220 volts AC, 50HZ, so 100-volt appliances and electrical equipment require an adaptor. Also, note that most
electric sockets in Hong Kong take a three-pronged plug, (UK plug).
CURRENCY & EXCHANGE
The unit of currency is the Hong Kong dollar (HK$). It is pegged to the US$ at approximately HK$7.8 (as of April 2012). Most foreign currencies and
traveller’s cheques can be changed at banks, money-changers, hotels and major retail outlets. Banks usually offer the best exchange rate.
Normal office hours in Hong Kong are 9 am - 5 pm or longer (depending on the kind of business) on weekdays, and 9am - 1pm on Saturdays.
Major banks are open 9am - 4:30 pm on weekdays, and 9am - 12:30pm on Saturdays. Closed Sundays and public holidays
CLIMATE
ASIA 2012
Hong Kong’s climate is sub-tropical, tending towards temperate for nearly half the year. From October to December there are pleasant breezes, plenty of
sunshine and comfortable temperatures. Many people regard these as the best months of the year.
Autumn is generally considered as the most pleasant season. Temperatures are still high (20-27°C) while humidity and rainfall are considerably lower.
Moreover, autumn is the sunniest season in Hong Kong, with October and November both averaging close to 200 hours of bright sunshine.
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