So I'm planning my next holiday! Honkers or DC. Not sure which yet. It depends which works out better for flights, hotel and availability. Both are great city breaks though. I've heard a lot about Airbnb which is like a website offering accommodation in peoples' homes rather than hotels.
It seems like quite a good thing to do, especially if the host lives in the apartment too and is happy to take you out and help show you the sights. I've seen a few really cool places but I think if I were to go for it, I would rather stay with someone that is happy to be a bit of a tour guide and show me around. The accommodation does work out a bit cheaper which is good but at the same time, I do really love staying in hotels.
I know that Washington and Hong Kong are two very different places but if I were to stay in Hong Kong I should be able to get a good hotel rate. DC on the other hand, I think I would prefer to stay at someone's house. I'll be travelling alone and I get the feeling Washington is one of those places that can be done on your own but it might get a bit lonely, especially for those all important photo moments.
Hong Kong on the other hand, I can imagine can be a bit intimidating because it's so hustle and bustley. I don't mind that at all and I think I would feel less 'alone' in HK. I've always wanted to go to both , probably moreso with Hong Kong, despite people telling me that it can be a bit of a dive, however, I know I'm going to love it. I've never been to either so either would be great.
Will have to keep you all updated on which I decide!
