Hong Kong highlights

Stylish Hong Kong newcomer, Jen Hotel, is an ideal retreat from this fast-paced city and ideally located for absorbing history and culture. It's positioned in Western District, one of the SAR's oldest neighbourhoods, where you can take a glimpse at times gone by in the traditional shops still doing brisk business in everything from Chinese paintings, calligraphy supplies and preserved food to traditional furniture. Take a ride on Hong Kong's famous trams just a minute away, for a unique insight to this trading emporium not often seen from a taxi. Summer Escape packages start from HK$750 per night in a standard room. Book for a minimum of two nights and receive a HK$200 food and beverage credit. Promotion ends August 31. www.hoteljen.com

          For a unique family adventure, head to The Venetian in Macau. This over-the-top resort is offering a family package with rates starting from HK$4,238 inclusive of two nights' suite accommodation, breakfast, a gondola ride through the hotel's indoor canals - with souvenir photo, free entrance to Qube play zone for two hours, a family game of mini-golf, one-way hydrofoil tickets between Macau and Hong Kong, late check-out and return transfers from your arrival and departure point. And if the lure of the casino is too great, The Venetian has a babysitting service. www.venetianmacao.com