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In the many years that Residences + Relocations
have been assisting clients with an overseas move, the following
questions seem to be on the forefront of everyone's mind.
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the answers.
Q. Have
things changed since the hand over of sovereignty from the
British to Chinese?
Q. What's
the most challenging aspect facing an expatriate coming to
live in Hong Kong?
Q. Will
our children have a normal life in Hong Kong? What about standard
of education and social activities?
Q. Is
Hong Kong an easy place to live?
Q. Is
Hong Kong a safe place to live?
Q. Will
my family have access to good medical facilities and doctors?
Q.
What's the standard of accommodation like in Hong Kong?
A. Basically,
no. Hong Kong is still as vibrant and cosmopolitan as ever
with most locals and expatriates experiencing little or no
change in their lifestyles. The results of the 1998 Legco
elections held during the year have reinforced the "one
country two systems" policy that the Joint Declaration
signed in 1984 and so far the Central Government of China
is adhering to this agreement.
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A. Probably
culture shock. Newly arrived expatriates may be overwhelmed
by this unfamiliar environment and besieged with conflicting
emotions as they react to new surroundings. One's senses are
truly heightened in a new environment and it can be difficult
to react with immediate intellect to all the new challenges.
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A. Yes,
definitely. In fact, children tend to settle quicker than
adults! There are many fine public and private schools in
Hong Kong offering various curriculums and social activities.
Outside of school hours and during holiday periods there are
many social and sporting clubs such as football, cricket,
netball, ice-skating, scouts, girl guides, summer camp, swimming,
tennis, YMCA and YWCA to name a few. Teenagers can enjoy social
clubs or gather with friends for nature walks and beach BBQs.
Youth clubs are also in abundance and offer many social activities.
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A. Yes.
Like all international cities, it takes time to adjust to
how things are done in Hong Kong as opposed to "home".
Hong Kong has many fine attributes and once you've settled
into life here, you'll really appreciate the dynamics of this
city. Generally, it's easy to meet people and children settle
into a normal routine fairly quickly.
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A. Yes.
Most residential complexes have 24-hour security guards and/
or security telephone access in the apartment which enables
you to allow visitor access to the building. Petty crime in
Hong Kong is minimal and walking the streets of Hong Kong
late at night is fairly safe.
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A. Absolutely.
Hong Kong has many local and expatriate doctors, specialists
and surgeons with international qualifications working in
all fields of medicine. For those who prefer a holistic approach
there are many fine practitioners.
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A. In
short, good. However, it all depends on what you're looking
for. Accommodation consists of detached houses, penthouses,
townhouses and apartment style living. For some people their
allocated budget will solely determine the area they live
in. For others, if the budget is generous then the selection
criteria is far reaching with many options. However generally
speaking there is suitable accommodation for everyone of all
budgets.
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