{"id":2986,"date":"2016-06-03T09:28:15","date_gmt":"2016-06-02T23:28:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.qut.edu.au\/qut-exchange-students\/?p=2986"},"modified":"2016-05-27T11:36:25","modified_gmt":"2016-05-27T01:36:25","slug":"andrew-explores-hong-kong","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.qut.edu.au\/gone-global\/2016\/06\/03\/andrew-explores-hong-kong\/","title":{"rendered":"Andrew explores Hong Kong"},"content":{"rendered":"

My exchange to the Hong Kong Polytechnic University was one of the most rewarding and enjoyable experiences of my time at QUT. I was exposed to new cultures, new ideas and new ways of thinking, and met an array of interesting people from countries all around the world.\"pic1\"<\/a><\/p>\n

I chose to study at Hong Kong for several reasons. Firstly, Hong Kong is an international hub with a diverse population, food and culture. In a similar fashion, Hong Kong stands as a centre for the business world which aligned well with my passion for finance. Finally, I wanted to explore Asia and see what countries like China had on offer.<\/p>\n

Arriving in Hong Kong was initially a very challenge experience. From my very first taxi ride into the city, I noticed that there were language barriers, though many people had a working understanding of English. I also shared a room at the campus halls, which was an entirely new experience altogether. Since my roommate was Chinese, it took some adjusting to accommodate for our different habits and sharing what was a particularly small living space. Ultimately, we became good friends and often assisted each other in day-to-day Hong Kong life.\"pic2\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Hong Kong itself is a busy city. Everything is expected to move quickly, so service is fast, and the people move faster. There are plenty of attractions in Hong Kong; the shopping, great nightlife, unique restaurants and also tranquil natural areas. I found myself enjoying time spent at Hong Kong\u2019s various beaches and hikes. Taking a break from the city life in the more peaceful areas of Hong Kong is quite special. The pictures below are of Hong Kong\u2019s natural infinity pool and the view from Lion\u2019s Rock.<\/p>\n

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