How Much Does a Family Health Insurance Plan Cost?

Moving to Hong Kong with your family? You’ll be disappointed to find out that health insurance premiums in this special administrative region (SAR) are notoriously high. With the average cost of international family health insurance premiums at USD $22,067 (HKD $172,744). Despite this, getting health insurance is something you should consider as private healthcare services …

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Your Guide to Ambulances for Medical Emergencies in Hong Kong

It’s always good to remain prepared for the worst-case scenarios in life, such as handling medical emergencies in Hong Kong. In particular, you’ll need to understand how the emergency services work, which includes when to call an ambulance, how to conduct yourself, and what numbers to dial.  In this Pacific Prime Hong Kong article, we’ll …

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Watered Down Hong Kong

Small but resourceful, Hong Kong presents you with surprisingly numerous water activities to engage in. Whether it’s swimming, diving, kayaking, or wakesurfing, you can always escape from the year-round heat and find comfort in the refreshing water anytime you’d like without emptying your wallet. Watersports might not be the first thing that pops into mind …

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Health & Travel Insurance During Typhoons and Black Rainstorms

Climate change has brought extreme weather to the city of Hong Kong, including extreme heat and record-breaking rainfall. With these unpredictable weather looming over the city, having health or travel insurance can give you added protection in the case of an accident. With videos of people being washed away by heavy floods, concerns over your …

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An Expat’s Guide to the Best Places to Live in Hong Kong

Moving to another country is never an easy task, especially for expats/foreigners. The first thing to ponder over will always be where to live. But without knowing the exact details, deciding where to live can be a daunting experience. For expats planning to move to the Asia-Pacific region, Hong Kong is considered one of the …

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