Newly arrived expatriates may be overwhelmed by this unfamiliar environment and besieged with conflicting emotions as they react to new surroundings. One's senses are truly heightened in a new environment and it can be difficult to react with immediate intellect to all the new challenges. Back to top A. Yes, definitely. There are many fine public and private schools in Hong Kong offering various curriculums and social activities. Outside of school hours and during holiday periods there are many social and sporting clubs such as football, cricket, netball, ice-skating, scouts, girl guides, summer camp, swimming, tennis, YMCA and YWCA to name a few.
Teenagers can enjoy social clubs or gather with friends for nature walks and beach BBQs.
Youth clubs are also in abundance and offer many social activities. Hong Kong has many fine attributes and once you've settled into life here, you'll really appreciate the dynamics of this city. Generally, it's easy to meet people and children settle into a normal routine fairly quickly. Petty crime in Hong Kong is minimal and walking the streets of Hong Kong late at night is fairly safe. Back to top A. Absolutely.