Originally Posted by
GNRMatt
I'm debating how much HKD to bring with me on my upcoming trip to Hong Kong. Do most places accept credit cards there? Or should I plan on a cash heavy trip for meals, souvenirs, MTR, activities, etc.?
It is actually a YMMV situation. Some small stores/kiosks do accept credit cards. However, at the same time, there are major chains that do not accept credit cards.
Do you have a no-fee ATM card like the one from Charles Schwab Bank? These cards generally solves the cash issue because it has a favorable exchange rate without fee.
Originally Posted by
GNRMatt
Can the Octopus card be loaded with a credit card? If so, where/how?
Not for you.
Octopus allows the use of credit card by Automatic Add Value Service (AAVS) only. And AAVS requires a credit card issued in Hong Kong.