How to plan a date night in Hong Kong this festive season

The festive season of pre-Christmas leading up to the dawn of the New Year is a time of good cheer and goodwill all over the world. The city-state of Hong Kong is no exception. And if you are in Hong Kong during this enchanting season plan a few exciting date nights to make your other half feel special and appreciated by your demonstration of love and thoughtfulness. Read on the discover some great things both of you can do.

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Have a movie night

A movie night is exciting on Netflix with popcorn and fizzy drinks when you are back home. However, you can make the movie experience extra special whilst in Hong Kong during the festive season. Plan to watch a movie together at Broadway Cinematheque in Yua Ma Tei. (managed by Broadway Circuit). This grand cinematheque houses 04 cinema halls with nearly 500 seats, hence you will not be disappointed in watching a good movie of your choice on widescreen. This movie-going experience followed by a smooth java and bites from a coffee shop close by is looked forward to by many couples using hotels in Wan Chai Hong Kong.

A date of pampering

Being on your festive season rendezvous is a good time to pamper your partner with a sublime couples’ spa experience. Being in Hong Kong you are spoilt for choice with award-winning spas. One such stylish spa offering excellent facilities is MiraSpa. With Western design features and lighting, innovative technology and customizations as required this 21st-century spa has been offering its services to many guests from hotels like Cosmo Hotel Hong Kong. Using a Couple’s Spa experience customized to the needs and wants of both of you will create a memorable day for both of you.

A colourful Dinner Cruise

The Victoria Harbour is a naturally sheltered channel separating Hong Kong Island from Hong Kong's mainland. The harbourfront area offers a view of splendour at dusk with the lights coming on the giant skyscrapers showcasing the architecture and a bewitching skyline of the city admired by visitors to Hong Kong throughout the year.
Dusk at Victoria Harbour is also an ideal time to experience a dinner cruise for both of you. The panoramic view of the skyline from the water is impressive. And the Symphony of Lights, an extravaganza of lights and sounds that happens each evening at 8 pm (the largest light and sound show in the world, lasting for 10 minutes) makes the experience mesmerizing as you slowly glide down the harbour enjoying a mouthwatering buffet dinner.

A quintessential Night Shopping Binge

Travelling during Christmas festivities tempts you to indulge in retail therapy to treat yourself, treat each other and pick gifts for your loved ones. So, put on your walking shoes and roam around the night markets of Hong Kong.
Some of the famous night markets are Temple Street Night Market, Ladies Market (although it has gents items too), Jade Market and Stanley Market.

Embrace Disneyland

Each of you has a child in you, maybe buried deep inside but rearing to raise its head. Treat that child in your loved one by having a day of fun at Hong Kong Disneyland.
The enchanting wonderland is for adults just as much as it is for children and you get to capture many memorable pictures as you walk around the park enjoying the attractions, entertainment, thrilling and engaging shows, and rides all of which will transport both of you to a world of fantasy and wonder.
Remember to fuel up from the various café and restaurants that are dotted around the grounds. discover the different themed lands, witness spectacular parades, and end the day watching a magnificent fireworks display.