Hong Kong is one of the world's most exciting, vibrant and glamorous destinations - a balance of high-voltage, modern-day sophistication and ancient Chinese mystique, traditions and heritage. Words simply cannot do justice to the rich, cosmopolitan nature of the city - a heady mix of European culture, 150 years of colonial influence and 6,000 years of Chinese history. They blend into a special way of life that does not exist anywhere else in the world.

It's a place where the ancient world meets the modern world and East truly meets West. And Hong Kong manages to do all this with an incredible sense of balance and harmony - Yin and Yang as the Chinese call it. It is this wonderful fusion that makes visitors return time and time again.

Hong Kong is also home to some of the world's most famous sights: the spectacular harbour criss-crossed by the 100-year-old Star Ferry and traditional junks; the breathtaking skyline lit up in a riot of colour at night. But the most famous sight of all is when the city celebrates the Chinese New Year - this year it's the Year of the Monkey - when an extra burst of sight and sound is added to Hong Kong's already colourful life.

Chinese New Year is the biggest single event of its kind on earth and the most important of the five major festivals in the Chinese calendar. Visitors are filled with wonder as mile after mile of colourful floats, dragons and lion dancers, stilt walkers and marching bands pass by.

All city breaks sold by us are put together to meet your exact requirements. Whether you wish to stay in a 3 star or 5 star hotel, fly economy or club class we have the trained expertise and knowledge to cater for all you requirements. For more information please use our contact form, email us at grant@itavia.co.uk, or call our weekend breaks department on 0161 772 9999.