Hello all,
I'm moving to Hong Kong in a little under a month for my PhD. I've lived abroad before, so I'm a little prepared for major differences. I also have an acquaintance that lives in Hong Kong who has answered some of my questions, but her answers normally amount to "don't worry" (not that I expect much from her answers...she's a very easy going person who doesn't worry about much). So I'm coming to you guys hoping that you can give me more details. I hope my questions aren't too stupid! I'm just getting nervous and like to be prepared!
Basically, I've decided to live in Halls my first year since I don't know the area and didn't want to add looking for a place on top of the change. I don't really mind sharing a room and it'll be very convenient to campus. Everything is pretty much prepared, but I do know that bedding is not supplied.
So therein lies my first question: Is it easy to find cheap bedding right when I get there or should I bring sheets with me (I'm already packing my pillow)? I don't know anything about shopping in HK.
Also:
- Are there machines in the airport that I can get a sim card for my iPhone 5 (it takes a nano-sim)? Preferably one2three as that's the one my friend recommends.
- Should I bring my winter coat for the winter or will my leather jacket suffice?
- Are there any China Construction Bank ATMs located in HK? My bank here is a sister to them and will allow me to use their ATMs.
- Which bank would you recommend for me to setup when I get there (for my stipend): Citibanks, HSBC, or Hang Seng? Or is there a way that I can setup my bank from outside of the country...like through a HSBC in my country?
- Is there anything else you think I should know or be asking?