Please refer to the chart below for current prices. Restaurants that don't add a service charge will expect a 10 per cent tip. However, the tipping is left to your discretion. Bellboys, porters, restroom attendants and taxi drivers will happily accept loose change. Voltage in Hong Kong is 220 volts, so a transformer will be needed to operate 100-volt appliances.
Most major hotels provide hair dryers and other amenities.
Some of the dishes will be familiar and some won't. When in doubt about what to order, ask the waiter for recommendations. In addition to Chinese restaurants, there is a great variety of Asian and Western dining available. Yes, Hong Kong is one of the safest cities in the world even at night, when people may walk alone with confidence. There will be no problems in communicating with people in most hotels, restaurants and even some taxis.