Stanley

I went into Stanley today to register at our new parish and run a few errands.  Before I begin talking about Stanley I will mention a funny coincidence.  One of the questions on the Church registration form was the "Chinese Name" of every family member.  Obviously, we do not have these...yet.  When Meg came home from school she mentioned that she received her "Chinese Name" in Mandarin class today. She said it is Boi Mai, pronounced Bo May.  The meaning is beautiful stuffed bun:)  Dave has to choose one for a board he's on.  We can't wait to hear his and learn it's meaning.

Now back to Stanley.

Stanley is a very popular place on Hong Kong Island.  Many tourists come to Stanley for the beach, shopping and restaurants.

STANLEY BEACH

It was a little overcast today, so there weren't too many people out.  On the clear, sunny days it is packed!  As you can see there is plenty to do at Stanley Beach.  I learned today that you cannot rent the kayaks or windsurfers until you have taken their courses and received a certification.  Unfortunately the courses are offered at set times and you must start at the beginner course.

STANLEY MARKET

 

This is similar to a flea market.  There are quite a few different shops set-up selling everything from souvenirs, shoes, nicer clothes, fruits and vegetables, flowers, jewellery, to artwork with a 7Eleven and a Watsons (drugstore) thrown in.  PJ bought a pair of "Oakleys" there last weekend and bargained the price down pretty low.  I bought a few things today and was scolded by Dave and Grace for not bargaining.  I felt bad because the price was already pretty low.  Grace told me Grandpa Jay would not approve!

There is a street that runs from Stanley Market to Stanley Plaza.  Along this street are some restaurants and bars, including the best pizza place we have found here.  They deliver!

 


STANLEY PLAZA

Stanley Plaza has a mixture of higher end and everyday shops.  There is also a grocery store (where I tend to do most of my shopping) and some little restaurants and cafes...including, of course, McDonalds and Starbucks!  The Plaza is spread over 4 or five levels with a front courtyard complete with playground and gelato shop. Just to the side of Stanley Plaza is another building with a few restaurants.

Water and rock jetty along the street between the Market and Plaza

Building next to Plaza with restaurants