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  Not too many people had  MagicBand+  at Disneyland Resort, from what I noticed, but that didn't stop us from getting them.   You can use the MagicBand+ to scan into the entry gates or scan your Lightning Lane passes.  No need to take out your phone and open up the Disneyland app or your photos app for a screenshot of your admission ticket or Lightning Lane pass.  It's easy to sync the MagicBand+ to everyone in your party through the Disneyland app. It's rechargeable, and one full charge is supposed to last 1-3 days, but we'd charge them at the end of each night. Another fun thing about the MagicBand+ is that it'll blink and flash in all sorts of colors depending on where you are, whether at certain rides or shows.  You can also use to link PhotoPass photos and other experiences. It's totally not a necessary thing to have, but it's a nice-to-have for the convenience.   One thing I did read prior to getting them is that they have a tende...

Visit Hong Kong: Mak's Noodle

Despite the intense humidity, our first meal in Hong Kong was at Mak's Noodle, where they specialize in noodle and won ton soups.

Mak's Noodle is a popular chain throughout Hong Kong. The eatery is tiny and had to split into two tables. Although it was very humid, we all got soup with noodles and / or dumplings.

Signature Shrimp Won Ton Noodles
I got the Signature Shrimp Won Ton Noodles.

Don't be deceived by the tiny bowl - it was packed with so much noodles and topped with lots of Won Ton.  It was comfort food in a bowl.  It was so filling, and the broth was very tasty.  The won tons were huge, which I appreciated.

Beef Brisket Noodles


Sliced Beef Noodles

Shrimp & Pork Dumpling Noodles


You can also opt for only noodles, and if you don't want noodles, you can just get won tons. 
Shrimp & Pork Dumplings

Signature Won Tons
It was a great first meal in Hong Kong!

Mak's Noodle
19 Lock Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui
Hong Kong

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