Discovery Bay
Housing and Environment Discovery Bay is a complete reversal to the busy, cluttered life in the rest of Hong Kong. The housing ranges from high-rise apartments to low-rises and townhouses all within a spacious, green environment. Buildings are spread out over two bays whether right next to the beach, up on the headlands or on the hills, all offering views of either the sea or the mountains. Many sea view apartments have the privilege of viewing the spectacular Disneyland firework displays without the noise and on a clear night, |
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Residences Beach Floating Jetties Private golf cart Ferry |
the firework displays in Victoria Harbour can also be seen. Dotted between these residential buildings are fountains, sculptured gardens, playgrounds and tree-lined roads, offering an expanse of greenery that is rare in most residential areas of Hong Kong. The lack of traffic congested roads allows clean, fresh air; the perfect environment for families with children. Medical Info Two privately run medical clinics are located in DB offering services that include general medical care, physiotherapy and a 24-hour medical service hotline. There is also a dental clinic and a Chinese medicine shop located at the plaza. A fire and ambulance service serving only DB is available through a 24-hour hotline and works in close integration with other fire and ambulance services outside of DB when emergencies require transportation out of DB. Shopping The Plaza next to the pier and bus terminus is the main shopping site in DB. A supermarket offering international gourmet food products for the expatriate community gives a taste of home away from home, while an organic food shop and health food stores provide another healthy option. Daily necessities stores along with a pharmacy and convenience store gives DBers a hassle-free shopping option in DB. Boutiques, furniture stores, household appliances, stationery and IT stores are just a small selection of the extensive range of shops available in DB. Located in the open-air plaza, the shops make the weekend shopping experience a leisurely, family occasion. For major shopping sprees, a ferry ride to Central takes you to the IFC mall offering world-renowned designer labels or the "Lanes" with inexpensive clothing and accessories. A bus-ride from DB to Tung Chung brings you to Citygate (mall) with a variety of outlets or the Fu Tung Arcade offering a more local experience at the wet market. Shopping both as a necessity and recreational activity are all in DB and if this is not enough for the shopaholic within you, convenient transport systems can take you to the major shopping areas around Hong Kong. Transportation |