Hong Kong Environment

   Hong Kong is considered quite safe for tourists, but some petty crimes like thefts, vandalism, and burglaries can occur, though serious crimes are rare. For emergencies (police, fire, and ambulance) dial 999. If your passport, wallet, or valuables are lost or stolen, please notify your hotel immediately and report the theft to the police.

   Hong Kong and mainland China use different currencies. The official currency in Hong Kong is the Hong Kong dollar (HK$). In some shops and restaurants that are popular with tourists, Chinese RMB, US Dollars, Euros and Japanese Yen can also be used. While tipping is not required in Hong Kong, hotels and restaurants usually add a 10% service charge.