We've all heard of popular tourist attractions in Hong Kong, like the view from Victoria Peak (pictured) or Hong Kong Disneyland, but you don't always hear about the things you find away from the city streets that paint an authentic portrait of the region's culture. Don't get me wrong, everyone should see iconic Hong Kong, but I have better surprises in store. If you know where to look, there are lots of places away from the crush of the skyscrapers where you can learn about the city's unique position in the world. Frommers.com
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It's clearly not the indifferent attitudes of some in the French service industry towards their visitors. Nor is it the frankly disturbing insistence by French swimming pools that men must wear tiny Speedo-style bathing trunks before entering the water. Instead, it's the food, the art, the architecture and French way of life. CNN Travel
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You're going through online hotel reviews and getting mixed signals about a place. One reviewer says they were dissatisfied with the property. The next heaps praise on it. Though usually it comes down to personal preferences and experiences, according to new research from hotel booking site Agoda.com, your nationality might have some impact on how favorably you rate a hotel. CNN Travel