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Free rides on KMB Routes 1 and 108 sponsored by the movie ‘Table for Six’
The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. (“KMB”) and a family comedy 'Table for Six' join hands to launch a “KMB Free Ride Day” on Sunday (6 Nov). Passengers can enjoy unlimited free rides on KMB Route 1 and Route 108. Apart from the free ride sponsorship, Edko Films Ltd. also arranges six exclusive livery buses with photography of main cast running around the city.
Just like the story of ‘Table for Six’ showing different characteristics of Hong Kong, the routeing of two designated routes of the “KMB Free Rides” can let you taste the most of Hong Kong as well. Family riding on Route 1 [Chuk Yuen Estate ⇌ Star Ferry], not only could take a closer look at the changes of Yau Tsim Mong District, the heartland of Kowloon, and learn the history of Kowloon Walled City Park, but also get to enjoy the amazing view of Lion Rock, while reflecting on the story of ‘Table for Six’.
As for the Route 108 [Kai Yip ⇋ Braemar Hill], a cross-harbour route solely operated by KMB, travels along cultural sights, food places and Instagram spots in Hong Kong, such as Lai Tak Tsuen, a Rare Cylindrical Public Estates in Hong Kong, and Kai Yip Recreation Centre, awards winning sports centre. Travelling through To Kwa Wan, where a lot of cafés with exquisite interior design located, Route 108 is perfect for dating.
Interchanges at Kowloon City to elevate travel experience
Both Routes 1 and 108 passing by Kowloon City, passengers of Route 1 can alight at Nga Tsin Wai Road or Prince Edward Road West Bus Stp, and take Route 108 at Regal Oriental Hotel Bus Stop, and vice versa. While passengers riding on Route 1 and going to Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry enjoy the splendid scenery across the Victory Harbour, passengers of Route 108 going to Braemar Hill could hike up to the Red Incense Burner Summit, overlooking the spectacular landscape of Hong Kong.
On 6 Nov, Passengers can enjoy comfortable bus services without paying fares when boarding on KMB Route 1 and Route 108. KMB will reserve bus operating resources, deploy additional outdoor staff, and show a display at the front of the buses to remind passengers to enjoy the free ride experience on the event day.
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On 6 Nov, Passengers can enjoy comfortable bus services without paying fares when boarding on KMB Route 1 and Route 108. |
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Recommendations on Route 1
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It is perfect for an evening walk along the Tsim Sha Tsui Waterfront to enjoy the sea breeze in Autumn. Suggested Bus Stop for Alighting: Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Bus Terminus |
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With Route 1 stopping at Tsim Sha Tusi and Kowloon City, passengers could visit these places for Indian food, Thai food and Korean food. Suggested Bus Stop for Alighting: (Tsim Sha Tsui) Middle Road and Kimberley Road (Kowloon City) Nga Tsin Wai Road or Prince Edward Road West |
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Visiting Kowloon Walled City Park to learn about the history of the Kowloon Walled City. Suggested Bus Stop for Alighting: Kowloon Walled City Park |
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Recommendations on Route 108
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Kai Yip Recreation Centre It is located at the rooftop of the multi-storey car park in Kai Yip Estate. The design is full of local characteristics and is the first recreation center in public estates to win an international award. Suggested Bus Stop for Alighting: Kai Yip Bus Terminus |
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Cattle Depot Artistic Village It provides a recreational area with cultural and art exhibition. Address: No. 63 Ma Tau Kok Road, To Kwa Wan Suggested Bus Stop for Alighting: Ma Tau Kok Road |
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To Kwa Wan The neighborhood of To Kwa Wan has welcomed a smattering of new coffee shops in the past few years. It is where you can enjoy meals and caffeinated drinks to satisfy your appetite. Suggested Bus Stop for Alighting: To Kwa Wan Market |
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Lai Tak Tsuen A Rare Cylindrical Public Estates in Hong Kong Suggested Bus Stop for Alighting: Tak Chuen Lau Lai Tak Tsuen |
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Red Incense Burner Summit It is a hotspot for taking sunset and night scene photos on Hong Kong Island. Suggested Bus Stop for Alighting: Braemar Hill Bus Terminus |
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Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or visit KMB website www.kmb.hk or App1933 for more details.
