Massive fireworks last night to mark the 15th anniversary of the return of HKG to China. Streets were closed around 6p, fireworks started at 8p. We had an invitation to watch from the roof of our hotel. There were not more than more than 100 people, so no braving the crowds for us. Nibbles and drinks included, and the weather cooperated. Altogether a fabulous evening!
We were told the fireworks cost a few million dollars. Funded by mainland China as a sign of how important the return of HKG is. (Same day 60,000 protested the installation of the new Chinese chief executive to run HKG, but we didn't know about that until today.)
One of the staff people told us that the weather has been getting warmer and they are seeing 27-30 typhoons during the 3 month season.
Portland people who traveled one day later than we did experienced an 8 hr delay due to the typhoon here. Weather has been ok last couple of days.
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