Estrada’s “Be
With U“ music video livens up the screens with a charming romance set against
the backdrop of Asia’s World City
In KD Estrada’s
latest single “Be with U”, a serendipitous meeting between two unsuspecting
individuals leads to a sweet journey through the beautiful bustling streets of
Hong Kong. The song describes the feeling of wanting to spend every waking
moment with that special someone, and in true kilig fashion, KD also stars in the music video alongside his
long-time partner and fellow artist Alexa Ilacad.
The couple, known as KDLex,
has had their fair share of Hong Kong adventures, having starred in “Toss Coin”
directed by Cathy Garcia-Sampana, a microfilm about two Filipinos meeting and
falling in love in Hong Kong, a near-mirror image of this music video. What
makes it more special this time around is that the ever-enthusiastic KDLex fans
helped pitch in with their own suggestions on which Hong Kong hidden gems to
visit!
The video follows
the two as they explore the different sides that Hong Kong has to offer, the
city becoming the perfect couple’s paradise. More than the usual theme parks
and city dwellings, Hong Kong has a lot more for couples who are looking for
unique ways to spend their time together; from spontaneous weekend getaways to
longer days touring the outlying islands of Hong Kong with your treasured
person, take inspiration from KD’s “Be With U” music video and plan that trip
to the city!
The view with U
KD and Alexa kick
off the music video by meeting high up in the sky, at the Peak Galleria Observation Deck, a spacious observation deck
adjacent to the Peak Galleria mall that offers a panoramic view from Victoria
Peak. Just like KDLex, breathe in the high altitude air after a shopping trip
and bask in the views of Hong Kong.
The quiet charm of Cheung Chau
The two stars
eventually end up bumping into each other once more on the scenic island of
Cheung Chau, the perfect getaway from the usual clamor of Hong Kong with its
beautiful waterfront, filled with gently rocking moored fishing boats, and
seafood restaurants. The island is just a short ferry ride away, with the
standard ferry taking approximately an hour to reach Cheung Chau, while the
fast ferry takes between 35 to 40 minutes. Central Pier No. 5 has a ferry
service that travels daily to and from the island.
There are no cars
on this island as the norm is bike riding, a habit that contributes to the
peaceful atmosphere of the island. Alexa was charmed by this way of
transportation, saying, “I don’t get to ride bikes often, so I was a bit shaky,
but KD was there to help.” She goes on to gush about the island even more:
“Cheung Chau was the perfect place to take it slow on the bike as it’s very
scenic and there are no cars to chase you down,” Alexa adds with a laugh. “I
hope to be back soon just to relax and take the atmosphere in,” the actress
concludes. Here you’ll also find everything from hiking trails to hip cafes in
a culturally rich community, celebrated by the annual Cheung Chau Bun Festival.
KD and Alexa
dropped by Kwok Kam Kee, the oldest
lucky bun bakery in Cheung Chau, sharing a sweet bite together. The bakery is
the oldest lucky bun bakery in Cheung Chau and makes approximately 30,000 of
the buns sold and given away during the Cheung Chau Bun Festival. Each bun is
printed with the Chinese letters “Ping On” which translates to “safety”. The
bold red print is hard to miss and the filling that bursts with flavor is
equally unforgettable. “The sweetness is a nice surprise and is different from other
steamed buns I’ve had,” Alexa says. KD agrees and adds, “The texture is what
makes it stand out. It’s really filling, nakakabusog
siya, no?”
Kwok Kam Kee can be found at G/F, 46 Pak She
Street, Cheung Chau.
KD and Alexa
continued on their Cheung Chau food trip with the MTR mosaic wall-inspired Cheung Chau Corner where they enjoyed a
yogurt drink together, as well as tasty giant curry fishballs at Welcome Food Court. Space is another cafe along the quieter
side of the Cheung Chau harbor that serves different menus for breakfast,
lunch, and dinner with affordable prices. If traditional desserts are more your
thing, Wan Sing Dessert is where
they serve the Cheung Chau favorite, the famous mango mochi.
“Of course, as
Filipinos, we had to try the mango mochi,” KD shares. “Just like the ones we
have at home, the mochi was very refreshing. Super sarap!”
Welcome Food Court
is located at G/F, 150 San Hing Back Street, while Cheung Chau Corner is at
G/F, 78 San Hing Street, Cheung Chau. Space is at 7 Tai Hing Tai Road, Cheung
Chau and Wan Sing can be found at G/F, 5 San Hing Street, Cheung Chau.
Nothing can get more romantic than the Love Lock Wall, a maze of chain metal walls where friends and couples hang locks and heart-shaped wooden plaques with hand-written messages to commemorate their visit to the island. This is where couples can leave a little piece of them, marking this destination as a part of their love story. In fact, KD and Alexa left a little easter egg for their fans who plan to visit Cheung Chau: a hand-painted portrait of the two of them on a heart-shaped wooden plaque. The BnB The Creative Workshop is where KD and Alexa got their craft on and is also where visitors can acquire souvenirs and trinkets that they can hang up on the Love Lock Wall.
You may find the Love Lock Wall at 156 Sun
Hing Back Street, Cheung Chau.
The
perfect date night in Central and Kowloon
Couples looking to end the night on a high
should include the Temple Street Night
Market and the West Kowloon
Waterfront Promenade in their itineraries. Temple Street Night Market
boasts Hong Kong’s diverse culinary culture, welcoming visitors with a wide
range of Hong Kong-style snacks along the Temple Street Archway. After a quick
bite, enter any one of the cafes, bars, and restaurants along the West Kowloon
Waterfront Promenade for a drink and the perfect nightcap with views of the
Hong Kong skyline, Victoria Harbour, and the outlying islands of Hong Kong.
And finally, the Hong Kong Observatory Wheel is there to make the night even more
special, Located at the Central Waterfront Promenade, the 60-meter-high Hong
Kong Observation Wheel provides panoramic views over Victoria Harbor, a scene
that would truly take your breath away. This place is a hot spot for all the
romantic gestures such as wedding proposals so there’s no shortage of romance
here! Couples can go the extra mile and book a VIP gondola for a more private
and exclusive night spent gazing down at the city.
The Hong Kong Observatory Wheel is located at
33 Man Kwong Street, Central.
The music video
ends with a sweet moment shared by KD and Alexa, exchanging love locks on Central Pier 9, against the backdrop of
the glittering lights and calm waters, the perfect place to spend a quiet
moment with your significant other, enjoying the view of Victoria Harbour as
the Star Ferry and Aqua Luna sail by. This location is also reminiscent of another
beloved Hong Kong love story as Central Pier 9 is where a number of scenes from
the movie “Hello Love Goodbye” take place.
From older couples
who have seen each other’s different stages in life to those still in the
honeymoon phase, Hong Kong remains as the city where love continues to bloom.
And if you’re like KD and Alexa in the music video, wandering solo around the
city, you may just discover that love is right around every corner of Hong
Kong.
Watch KD’s “Be With
U” music video here and explore more of Hong Kong’s hidden
gems here.
