John Thomason (DD 760) - Naval Cruise Book

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European influence has reached Hong Kong most in its entertainment. Some of the fin- est dining in the world, both Western and Oriental, is available in Hong Kong. Gaddei's and the Jade Lotus were among the best restaurants offering Western and Oriental cuisine. After dinner, discotheques in Kowloon and the Central District, as well as Wanchai did a roaring business on the THOMASON sailors. Many THOMASON sailors actually took ad- vantage of this rest and recuperation port to rest and recuperate. Several took advan- tage of the sun and surf of Deep Water Bay to improve their tans and relax in the cool, clear Water. Others ventured to the golf course to loosen up their muscles. Still others would just relax in their favorite bar whether it was the Dragon Boat in the Hong Kong Hilton or a bar in the Wanchai. There were many Ways to relax from the rigors of life at sea and the men of the THOMASON sought them all.

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Hong Kong is also a tourist's delight. Beau- tiful views from Victoria Peak, multitides of junks in Aberdeen, the White sandy beaches of Deep Water, the exciting atmosphere of the ladder street and Thieve's Alley , the dream-like world of Tiger Balm Gardens, the ramshakle poverty of the refugees, and the throbbing and vibrant air of Victoria all offer the sightseer every experience that can be remembered and put on film. 76 X

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