Hong Kong pools Summer in Hong Kong can be harsh. Blazing sun, oppressive humidity and torrential rainfall all combine to make life in this city unbearable. One way to escape is jumping into a pool or heading for the seaside beach – but unfortunately many public swimming pools and beaches have been closed since the coronavirus crisis emerged in China Special Administrative Region in late 2016. This has negatively impacted thousands of competitive swimmers while leaving millions more leisure swimmers out in the cold.
This summer, some of New York City’s premier public pools will reopen as promised – to the relief of many – though no clear sign exists yet that coronavirus outbreak has reached its endpoint and training systems for elite swimmers has suffered due to closures that require them to travel to different countries to train.
Reopening these pools will enable thousands of recreational swimmers to once again take pleasure in swimming the clear waters of our city’s outdoor pools, some boasting breathtaking views and providing amenities such as bars or cafes for thirsty swimmers after long swims.
Four Seasons Hong Kong’s Infinity Pool is perhaps its most iconic. Wedding photos often use this stunning location as the backdrop, offering unparalleled views of Victoria Harbour. In addition to wedding photography, its many unique features – like a hot/cold whirlpool – allow wedding guests to relax their muscles with either hot or cold water therapy.
One unique feature is underwater speakers that play music to keep swimmers occupied as they swim around the pool. Furthermore, this heated lap pool provides exercise opportunities.
At the HK Science Museum, its indoor pool offers spectacular views as well as being free for entry – making it one of the city’s premier spots to unwind during hotter weather. Relax here while being free from hassle!
Urban Council began building more “fun pools,” featuring free-form designs and water toys to promote swimming as a sport and leisure activity rather than simply as exercise. The objective was to promote swimming as both an exercise method and source of enjoyment.
These pools were specifically created to be more engaging, entertaining, and captivating than traditional ones; their goal being to attract individuals who no longer viewed swimming as simply an exercise activity. Furthermore, these public pools served as social gathering places.
Hong Kong can use this occasion to showcase its strength in watersports and show its pride for this industry, but must ensure that facilities remain safe for swimmers to continue enjoying them. A safety review will be conducted later this year by the government in order to identify whether any modifications must be made to existing regulations on public pools.
