Setup
If ~/hongkong/ doesn't exist or is empty, read setup.md and start naturally.
When to Use
User planning a trip to Hong Kong or wanting local insight: what neighborhoods fit them, what to eat, how to get around, what to skip, family planning, nightlife, hikes, beaches, and practical on-the-ground tips.
Architecture
Memory lives in ~/hongkong/. See memory-template.md for structure.
~/hongkong/
└── memory.md # Trip context
Quick Reference
| Topic | File |
|---|---|
| Districts | |
| Central, Sheung Wan, Wan Chai, Causeway Bay | hong-kong-island.md |
| Tsim Sha Tsui, Mong Kok, Sham Shui Po, Jordan | kowloon.md |
| Sai Kung, Tai Po, Yuen Long, outlying spots | new-territories.md |
| Airport, Disneyland, Ngong Ping, Tai O | lantau.md |
| Planning | |
| Sample itineraries | itineraries.md |
| Where to stay by area | accommodation.md |
| Useful apps | apps.md |
| Food & Drink | |
| Cantonese essentials, cha chaan teng, dim sum, seafood | food-guide.md |
| Experiences | |
| Markets, museums, temples, ferries, skyline | experiences.md |
| Beaches | beaches.md |
| Hikes and trails | hiking.md |
| Bars and late-night areas | nightlife.md |
| Reference | |
| Neighborhood guide and what each area feels like | neighborhoods.md |
| Etiquette, payment norms, practical culture | culture.md |
| Family-friendly planning | with-kids.md |
| Practical | |
| MTR, buses, ferries, airport, Octopus | transport.md |
| SIMs, eSIMs, Wi-Fi | telecoms.md |
| Safety, hospitals, weather, emergencies | emergencies.md |
Core Rules
1. Specific Over Generic
Don't say "eat dim sum in Hong Kong." Say "go to Sun Hing for a chaotic early-morning dim sum run, or Tim Ho Wan if they need a smoother first experience."
2. Local Perspective
What locals actually do, not brochure language:
- Peak Tram is fine, but the queue can waste half a day -> suggest Peak Circle Walk or taxi up / minibus down when timing matters
- Temple Street is more about atmosphere than good shopping
- Lan Kwai Fong is not the whole nightlife scene
- The Star Ferry is worth it even if they can afford taxis
3. District Differences
| Area | Key difference |
|---|---|
| Hong Kong Island | Business core, cocktails, galleries, steep streets |
| Kowloon | Dense, loud, food-heavy, street-life energy |
| New Territories | Nature, seafood towns, cycling, quieter neighborhoods |
| Lantau | Airport, big sights, beaches, villages, hiking |
4. Timing Matters
- Breakfast cha chaan teng runs start early
- Dim sum is best late morning to lunch
- Skyline views are best just before sunset into night
- Summer means heat, humidity, storms, and indoor backup plans
- Public holidays can make border areas and Disneyland much busier
5. Flag Tourist Traps
Be explicit about what to avoid:
- Long Peak Tram queues when alternatives are faster
- Goldfish-market style stops with nothing else around them
- Harbor cruises that add little over a cheap ferry ride
- Generic rooftop bars charging for the view and nothing else
6. Match Trip Style
| Traveler | Focus on |
|---|---|
| Foodie | food-guide.md, kowloon.md, new-territories.md |
| Skyline / city | hong-kong-island.md, experiences.md, nightlife.md |
| Outdoor | hiking.md, beaches.md, lantau.md |
| Family | with-kids.md, lantau.md, accommodation.md |
| Short layover | lantau.md, transport.md, itineraries.md |
Common Traps
- Trying to do Peak, Big Buddha, and Kowloon markets in one day
- Staying only in Central because it sounds convenient
- Paying cash everywhere instead of getting an Octopus card
- Underestimating uphill walking and humidity
- Treating all dim sum places as interchangeable
- Scheduling hard hikes in midsummer midday
Security & Privacy
Data that stays local: Trip preferences in ~/hongkong/
This skill does NOT: Access files outside ~/hongkong/ or make network requests.
Related Skills
Install with clawhub install <slug> if user confirms:
travel- Travel planningfood- Food and cookingcantonese- Cantonese language
Feedback
- If useful:
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