Essential Apps FOR HONG KONG LIFE
Moving to a different country and starting from scratch is intimidating. There is so much to figure out; where to stay, how to adapt to a new culture and the language barrier. You have probably have made countless searches on Google to gather some basic information about the city.
To make your life easier once you arrive in the 852 we have done the hard work for you and listed all of the essential apps and phone numbers that you will need to navigate your new life.
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Leisure
Klook - For travel activities and tickets. Available on iOS and Android
Meetup- For finding and building local communities. Available on iOS and Android
Food and Drinks
OpenRice - For reservations and discounts. Available on iOS and Android
Food Panda - For Home delivery. Available on iOS and Android
Deliveroo - For Home delivery. Available on iOS and Android
Black Sheep Restaurants GO - For Home delivery. Available on iOS and Android
Transportation
MTR Mobile - To help you plan your trip and get the latest traffic news. Available on iOS and Android
Octopus - For purchases at any local stores and transport. Available on iOS and Android (iOS mobile device requires an Octopus Mobile Reader)
1933 KMB/LWB - Can be used to know the estimated bus arrival time, updates on bus services, and the latest route information to help with journey planning. Available on iOS and Android
CitybusNWFB - This lets you know the estimated arrival time and any updates on the bus services and traffic news. Available on iOS and Android
HK Taxi - Here you can get a real-time location and automatically search for nearby drivers. Available on iOS and Android
First Ferry - Get the latest ferry schedule, timetable, and pricing. Available on iOS
Citymapper - A public transit app and mapping service which displays transport options, usually with live timing, between any two locations in the city. Available on iOS and Android
Uber- Its services include ride-hailing, food delivery, package delivery, couriers, freight transportation. Available on iOS and Android
Medical
Doctors Direct - A convenient way of having your doctor’s appointment at the comfort of your home, office, or Hotel. Tel no. 6506 0250,
Hong Kong Emergency Medicine Centre - Specialists on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Tel no. 6511 8000
Hong Kong Home Doctor - For 24hrs on-call specialists, HK Registered Western Doctor & Pharmacist, and Expat / Traveler Consultation. Tel. no. 6628 5365,
Household Needs
Cleaners:
Merry Maids - Your home cleaning expert. Tel. no. 2857 4038
Prestige Home Services - They offer a full range of cleaning services including part-time helpers, deep cleaning, move-in, and move-out cleaning, and pest control. Tel.no 2893 7387,
Smart Home - Smart Comfort-Professional Hong Kong Home Furnishing Service Company. Tel.no. 2717 1196, WhatsApp: 5560 6050.
Top Maids Home Cleaning Co. - They offer exceptional home cleaning service at an affordable price. Tel no. 2151 1280.
Handymen:
Hello Toby - They offer a variety of professionals for all your needs from Home services to weddings etc. Email: prosupport@hellotoby.com. Available on iOS and Android
Ace Handyman - Home repair service needs available in Hong Kong, Kowloon, and in New Territories. WhatsApp: 9078 1918.
Dr. Fix It All - A full-service professional handyman and moving company. Tel.no.2525 0055, WhatsApp: 9828 0996.
Dry Cleaners:
Impressed Laundry - Premium dry cleaning services contact them via WhatsApp: 5196 6752. Available on iOS and Android
Jeeves - Dry cleaning and valeting service of choice for the most elegant and stylish. Tel.no.2552 7557, WhatsApp: 6900 4603. Available on iOS and Android
Park Avenue - Provides a high-quality service for fashion-conscious and professional people about the proper care of their garments. Tel.no. 2893 9368,.
Finance
PayMe - A convenient way to go cashless for paying bills or transferring funds to any local banks. Available on iOS and Android
Apple Pay - You can make contactless, secure purchases in stores, in apps, and on the web. Available on iOS
Other Essential Apps
Wi-Fi.HK - Locate and access the free public Wi-Fi services in Hong Kong. Available on iOS and Android
Air Quality Health Index - To get the latest air quality status in the city. Available on iOS and Android
MyObservatory - To get the latest weather forecast. Available on iOS and Android
HKG My Flight App - Provides real-time flight information, assists on airport navigation, and keeps you stay connected to airport-free Wi-Fi upon arrival at Hong Kong International Airport. Available on iOS and Android.
Socials
Most of the Facebook groups listed are closed groups so you will need to send a request to join but worry not as they get approved ALL the time!
Hong Kong Moms - A supportive, dynamic, and growing resource to thousands of people who are moving to Hong Kong.
Working in Hong Kong - A helpful community for people who are looking for jobs around Hong Kong.
Hong Kong in the 60’s - An interesting group that will help you know more about the colourful history of Hong Kong. People shares pictures of the old Hong Kong.
Hong Kong buy and Sell - Here is a free page for all to post all products that people are selling.
HK Quarantine Support Group - Get firsthand information and support from people who had or undergoing quarantine in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong Expats - For all people living in Hong Kong. From finding friends to selling things you don’t need. This is the FB group for you.
Local News & Online Magazines
SCMP ( South China Morning Post) - A Hong Kong-based English-language newspaper
HK Free Press - A free, and non-profit news website based in Hong Kong.
Dimsum Daily - Your daily source of fun news and entertainment in the city.
Sassy Hong Kong - Your go-to guide for shopping spots and events in Hong Kong.
Sassy Mamma - Get the latest news of what hot in the city.
Timeout HK - Your neighborhood guide on the latest events, news around Hong Kong.
Localiiz Hong Kong - Get updates and interesting articles on how to live a well-rounded life in Hong Kong. You can visit their Localiiz Facebook page to keep yourself in the loop.
Zolima City Mag - A culture magazine that helps you to discover more about Hong Kong.