Hong Kong’s taxis are relatively cheap: HK$15 for the first 2km, then HK$1.40 per 200m, though there might be surcharges for carrying luggage, and using the cross-harbour tunnels. Cabs are colour-coded for region: red on Hong Kong Island and in Kowloon; green in the New Territories; and blue on Lantau.

Cabs for hire display a red flag in the windscreen and an illuminated “Taxi” sign on the roof. Make sure the driver turns the meter on when you get in (though rip-offs are rare). Don’t expect drivers to speak English, apart from the names of hotels and streets. If you get stuck, gesture to the driver to radio his control centre, and ask them to translate.