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We are currently living in corporate housing in Soho, not far from the Mid-Levels escalator, which is the largest outdoor covered escalator system in the world. If you haven't been to Hong Kong, it's an extremely hilly city. The escalator is a key mode of transportation from the top of the hill to the MTR in Central. In the mornings the escalator is programmed to go downhill and in the evenings it goes uphill. Living by the escalator is very convenient, but it comes at a cost. The closer you live to the escalator, the higher your rent will most likely be.

Our Soho neighborhood is an ideal mix of old world Asia and modern conveniences. It's surreal to walk down a narrow street filled with vendors selling fruits and lanterns to be confronted with a shiny, new highrise just around the corner. The Soho/Mid-Levels area has a large expat community. Here you will find a healthy mix of western and local restaurants, which has made the transition from NYC a little easier. We can stop by a noodle shop for lunch and dine in a french restaurant for dinner.

Our full serviced apartment has been such a blessing as we get acquainted with our new surroundings. We don't have to worry about buying furniture and household items right away. Our internet and phone line was already set-up when we moved in and the building comes fully equipped with a gym! This has provided us some comfort as we search for a permanent apartment rental over the next couple of months. If you can, I highly recommend moving into a full serviced apartment for a short period of time when moving to a city abroad. It has definitely made our experience less overwhelming.

Below is a peek into our apartment.