While in Hong Kong, we used all forms of transportation, primarily via the
Mass Transit Railway. We frequently used the train, and I loved their rail system. I think it's even more efficient and easier to use than Japan's.
They have arrows designated where people should stand in order to let passengers off easily, and the signage for the various platforms and directions seemed much easier to follow than Japan's.
There was a noticeable difference in the noise level on the trains, however. In Hong Kong, the passengers were loud and often talking to each other, unlike in Japan, where inside the trains are usually silent.
I loved that they have a lot more escalators (way more than Japan does)!
We got Octopus Cards from the train station via the agent desk, and could add it to our Apple Wallet. We could only use cash to add to it (vs cc or Apple Pay) so we had to make sure we could access a ticket machine in order to add to the card.
We also took a minbus after taking the Central Mid-Level Escalators to the top, which also accepts Octopus Cards. We had some issues figuring out where we were supposed to wait for the bus, but we eventually figured it out.
We also rode the tram (Octopus Card accepted), which, although double decker, the inside seating areas were small and hot, and there was only one way in or out so it was quite a squeeze and a challenge when you have to get off.
And we also caught taxis back from Disneyland.
These were just a few of the many public transportation options available in Hong Kong.
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