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...And this is the speciality that you see getting wheeled past to half of the tables at peak times: genuine Peking Duck, with all the trimmings! It only comes in one size - HUGE - but it's worth it, and feeds four easily - two adults plus a bear makes it a very large meal!
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And so, another breakfast at the top of the Sheraton Towers, taking in the view of the bay.
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And since the weather is a little better, Willard has decided to spend some time lounging in the Jacuzzi's that are part of the rooftop pool area at the Sheraton.
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And, a woodland bear at heart, Willard can hide in the bushes and take in the even more breathtaking view from the top of the Sheraton.
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...And the Towering Peninsula nextdoor rises far above the Sheraton, and provides the local Helipad for ultra quick (and ultra expensive) transfers from the Airport.
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Ahhh, lounging by the pool, with a cocktail, this is the life for a bear in the prime of his life. The sun even poked through the clouds, but it doesn't bother Willard with his fur to protect him. (His human companions on the other hand, both managed to get burned somewhat, much to the merriment of various locals, amused that ANYONE could manage to get sunburnt in Hong Kong in April!)
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....And so, we've now said goodbye to the Sheraton, and moved across the bay to Hong Kong Island, to stay at one of the most renowned hotels in the world, the Mandarin Oriental. Much to Willard's surprise, when we checked in, he found that he and the Mandarin have something in common - they're both celebrating their 40th birthday this year, making this a very appropriate choice of hotel indeed!
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And as we arrive in our suite, it seems only fair to reflect on the huge quantity of luggage that Willard and his companions have amassed!
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Willard is especially impressed with the Bathroom in the Mandarin Suite, as they have thoughtfully provided a Willard-sized bath, in addition to the human-sized one!
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And today we're off to Stanley on a double-decker bus! Willard enjoys the view from the top deck as we wind up and down the road around the mountains to the other side of Hong Kong island.
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