This year find time to explore the great splendors of the striking Hong Kong Special Administrative Region or better known as Hong Kong SAR. Make it a point not to miss on those famous islands in Hong Kong for a wonderful and memorable weekend escapade.

Because of Lamma Island’s nearness to Hong Kong Island it brings about a convenient and comfortable ferry trip for a tremendous night of banqueting – those reasonably priced bistro and restaurants that serves superb Western and Chinese dishes.

 The island’s fresh air, green hills, sandy beaches, enchanting views and the charming villages would surely invigorate its visitors. Its bars, grocery shops and exquisite bistros especially those built over the calming waters will do wonders on your cravings.

Try out all of the island’s features and don’t forget to check on the island’s low – priced hotels. There is always something new to do in Lamma Island.

Lantau Island is the largest Hong Kong SAR’s islands. Its size is even bigger than the actual Hong Kong Island itself. The island is an ideal location for hiking tours because of its huge attractive mountain sceneries plus its dramatic coastline that have those superb beaches.

Don’t miss to check on Po Lin Monastery. The monastery has a famous giant Buddha with the height of 34 meters high. Po Lin Monastery is situated on the Ngong Ping highland. The island also features the famous Tai O which was nicknamed as the Venice of Hong Kong, it is a small fishing village located at the west coast of the island, which great for sight seeing adventure.

Hong Kong’s famous themed attractions such as Asia World Expo, Hong Kong Disneyland and Ngong Ping 360 are all found in Lantau Island.

The shoreline of Cheung Chau is constantly full of life every weekends but the island’s real adventure is during the yearly celebrations of Bun Festival. It’s a fabulous event that stirs a genuine appreciation and bewilderment of the Chinese festive spirit. The island takes pride of its Pak Tai Temple which is about 200 years old temple which is dedicated to Emperor of the Dark Heaven, which is symbolized by a tortoise and serpent.

Cheung Chau’s Warwick Hotel is a perfect place for anyone who desires to have an advantage of the stunning, fine white sand beach in the island. Cheung Chau Island is easily accessible by ferry just about 40 – minute ride from Central district.

Peng Chau Island is located between Lantau Island and Hong Kong Island. Check and explore this small and serene oasis. The island offers tasty luscious seafood, leisurely strolls and clichéd temples.

The island has a jovial village and for just 30 minutes of strolling you can get to Fung Peng (Phoenix Pavilion) which is located at the peak of Finger Hill. This point offers its visitors the perfect scenery of Hong Kong that includes the world’s longest span suspension bridge – Tsing Ma Bridge that links the islands of Ma Wan and Tsing Yi.

Ping Chau Island is often called as the Tung Ping Chau Island in order to single it out with peng Chau Island. Ping Chau Island is situated near to China mainland border rather than Hong Kong Island.

Ping Chau is famous for its superior scuba dive spots that aren’t far away from the wharf. You can also come across to over than 60 types of corals and about 35 different species of algae in its clear blue waters. Its beautiful shoreline is among the region’s best places and now it is a growing eco – tourism destination. This far – off island is accessible by ferry on weekends and those public holidays.

Po Toi Island is oftentimes called as the “Hong Kong’s south pole”. Po Toi Island is the absolute place for hiking enthusiast. Its locals take pride of its beautiful Tin Hau Temple

Tsing Yi is named after certain fish specie that was once profuse in its surrounding waters. Tsing Yi Islands has 3 chief harbors and a flourishing suburban population. The island has fertile green hills as it very well resembles Tai O and with a nice nature trail.

Tsing Yi Island has two hotels that feature the marvelous sight of Rambler Channel – which split the Tsing Yi Island from Kowloon peninsula.

So, what are you waiting for? Get on that ferry ride and enjoy the marvelous scenes of the island – day and night.