Romantic Rendezvous @ Discovery Bay

Creates Moments of Love with Delicacies and Chances to Win a One Carat Diamond

Embraced by tranquil beaches and lush mountains, Discovery Bay has always been one of the preferred places for dating and celebrating special occasions. This year, Discovery Bay will be celebrating Valentine’s Day and Lantern Festival, also known as the Chinese Valentine’s Day, with “Romantic Rendezvous”. Three sets of romantic decoration will be presented around D’Deck and DB North Plaza, providing a series of magical experience for couples, such as the precious moment of attaching your love notes at the Discovery Bay Love Lock Promenade with your loved one. The horse-drawn carriage offers romantic scenery en route and the classic heart-shaped candle lights will be lit up again on the beach to witness your eternal love. Round up such a romantic date with delectable Valentine’s Day’s specials at D’Deck – the renowned oceanfront alfresco dining destination, and DB North Plaza.

Romantic Rendezvous @ Discovery Bay (From now to 14 Feb)
Starting from today to the Valentine’s Day, D’Deck and DB North Plaza are decorated with a romantic setting to spice up the lovey-dovey atmosphere. 
 
The elegant decoration near the clock tower in DB North Plaza sets the perfect scene for photo-shoot and checking-in on Facebook. The seaside promenade at D’Deck has turned into a tunnel of hearts to send blessings to every couple.

Exchanging Your Faithful Vow at Discovery Bay Love Lock Promenade 
Discovery Bay Love Lock Promenade at DB North seafront is a must-go destination for couples, where the blue sky and the sea witness numerous lovers attaching their love locks and messages.
 
String and Symphonic Quartet Performances Spread Love with Romantic Music (11, 12 and 14 Feb)
We are pleased to bring back some classic romantic hits performed by string and symphonic quartet at D’Deck and DB North Plaza. The romantic music will sure whet your appetite for the delicacies!

Experience European-style Bazaar1 at Discovery Bay Sunday Market (12 Feb)
Celebrating both Valentine's Day and Lantern Festival at the same time, Discovery Bay Sunday Market will bring you with a huge collection of exclusive gifts – hand-made accessories, eco-friendly clothing, Valentine’s Day gifts and so much more, where you will get the best gift for your loved one.
 
Valentine’s Day’s Horse-drawn Carriage Ride2 at Discovery Bay (14 Feb)
Drawn by two European thoroughbreds, the beautiful carriage ride offers an unforgettable romantic getaway experience for couples. With fascinating scenery en route, including panoramic sea views and European-style architectures, it feels like a visit to a European town.
 
Capture the Classic Heart-shaped Candle Lights on Tai Pak Beach (14 Feb)
Tai Pak Beach will again be lit up with thousands of romantic candles in various giant heart shapes on Valentine’s evening. Coupled with glittering backdrop of Disneyland fireworks, it is the ideal setting for couples to capture that magical moment.
 
Play Online Game3 and Stand a Chance to Win a One-carat Diamond (From 1 to 9 Feb)
Romantic Rendezvous @ Discovery Bay has special surprises in store for couples. Play the “Romantic Bonanza” online game and you will have chance to win the big prizes in four stages. Prizes include a dinner for two at Discovery Bay, a one-hour Horse-drawn Carriage Ride, a one-hour voyage on The Bounty and the grand prize a one-carat diamond. All prizes are worth a total of HK$120,000.
 
For more information about Romantic Rendezvous @ Discovery Bay, please visit www.visitdiscoverybay.com, www.facebook.com/VisitDiscoveryBay or email us at explore@visitdbay.com.

Notes
 
A) Programme Overview
 
D’Deck and DB North Plaza
 
1. String and symphonic quartet performances spread love with romantic music – We are pleased to bring back some classic romantic hits performed by string and symphonic quartet at D’Deck and DB North Plaza. The romantic music will sure strike a chord with the lovers!
 
Dates: 11, 12 and 14 February 2017 
Performance: Symphonic quartet 
Time & Venue: DB North Plaza - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
 
Dates: 11, 12 and 14 February 2017 
Performance: String quartet
Time Venue: D’Deck - 7:00pm – 8:30pm
 
Fee: Free admission
 
D’Deck - The Renowned Oceanfront Alfresco Dining Zone
 
2. Discovery Bay Sunday Market1 – experience the sensational vibrant surroundings of our fun-filled European-style bazaar. With 167 stalls and a huge collection of exclusive gifts – hand-made accessories, eco-friendly clothing, character sketching, Valentine’s Day gifts, flower accessories and so much more, you will find the best gift to please your loved one.
 
Date: 12 February 2017 (Sunday)
Time: 11am to 6pm
Venue: DB Plaza
Fee: Free admission
 
3. Classic Heart-shaped Candle Lights on Tai Pak Beach - Tai Pak Beach will again be lit up with thousands of romantic candles in various giant heart shapes on Valentine’s evening. Coupled with glittering backdrop of Disneyland fireworks, it is the ideal setting for couples to capture that magical moment.
 
Date: 14 February 2017 (Tuesday)
Time: 6pm to 11pm
Venue: Tai Pak Beach
Fee: Free admission
 
DB North Plaza
 
4. Horse-drawn Carriage Ride2 - Drawn by two European thoroughbreds, a ride on the beautiful carriage offers an unforgettably festive and romantic getaway experience for couples and families. With fascinating scenery en route, including panoramic sea views and European-style architecture, visitors feel like being in a quaint town in Europe.
 
Date: 14 February 2017 (Valentine’s Day’s Horse-drawn Carriage Ride) 
                                  (Normal Horse-drawn Carriage Ride: available daily)
Opening Time: 10am - 12noon & 2pm - 6pm
Duration: Around 10 minutes per ride
Ticketing Point: Activity Centre of Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong
Fee: HK$300 per ride

B) Transportation Tips
1. Enjoy ‘Dine ’N Ride’ free ferry ride by D’Deck 
Remember to complete your romantic journey at Discovery Bay with our D’Deck “Dine ’N Ride” free ferry ride! Simply spend HK$120 or more at any of the 13 designated D'Deck restaurants4 and present your on-day transaction receipt at the “D’Deck Free Ferry Service Counter” to redeem a free ferry ride back to Central5!
 
2. Free Express Shuttle Bus and Bus Interchange Discount at DB North Plaza 
DB North Plaza offers Free Express Shuttle Bus6 from DB Bus Terminus to DB North Plaza and Bus Interchange Discount7 when departing from DB North Plaza to Sunny Bay, DB Bus Terminus or Discovery Bay Pier.
 
C) About D’Deck, the Renowned Oceanfront Alfresco Dining Zone at Discovery Bay, Hong Kong 
Situated next to Discovery Bay Pier, D’Deck is Hong Kong’s renowned oceanfront alfresco dining destination with numerous thematic restaurants along the promenade beside Tai Pak Beach. With spectacular 180° sea view and nightly Disney fireworks, D’Deck offers a wide selection of international cuisine at First Korean Restaurant (Korean), Kiraku Tei Japanese Restaurant (Japanese) and Koh Tomyums (Thai) for Asian cuisine; Solera (Spanish), Café Duvet (European Bar), Figos (Casual Western) and McSorley’s Ale House (Irish Pub & Indian) and Pascucci (Italian) for European tastes; and Coyote Mexican Cantina (Mexican) and Hemingway’s by the Bay (Caribbean) for a flavour of Central America. Other specialty restaurants include 22° North boasting a large selection of classic French recipes; Ebeneezer's Kebabs & Pizzeria as the best place to eat a Kebab, and last but not least ZAKS, which serves international cuisine with alfresco seating area of 5,000 sq. ft. in resort style. D’Deck is easily accessible, just 25 minutes away from Central by ferry or 15-20 minutes away from Tung Chung or Sunny Bay MTR Stations by bus.
 
Simply spend HK$120 or more at any of the 13 designated D'Deck restaurants4 and present your on-day transaction receipt at the “D’Deck Free Ferry Service Counter” to redeem a free ferry ride back to Central4!
 
D) About DB North Plaza
DB North Plaza spreads over 186,000 sq. ft. at the Yi Pak Bay area. It serves as the second social hub for Discovery Bay residents and visitors with its two shopping arcades, two office buildings and an open piazza. DB North Plaza is adjacent to Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong. This seaside mall not only offers great selection of shopping and dining establishments, but also convenient transportation connections between DB Plaza (Discovery Bay Pier) and Tung Chung MTR Station or Sunny Bay MTR Station. Urban and Lantau taxis can now reach Yi Pak (DB North) area directly through Discovery Bay Tunnel to pick up and drop off at designated points.
 
Notes
1 Discovery Bay Christmas Sunday Market is organised by Handmade Hong Kong. Admission is free.
 
2 Tickets for the “Horse-drawn Carriage Ride” are available at the Activity Centre of Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong. Each ride will last about 10 minutes and a maximum of 4 people are allowed in one carriage per ride. For details, please call (852) 2295 8355. 
 
3 The online game “Romantic Bonanza” rolls out in four stages from 1 Feb to 9 Feb, with one amazing prize in each stage, including a dinner for two at Discovery Bay, a one-hour Horse-drawn Carriage Ride, a one-hour voyage on The Bounty and the grand prize a one-carat diamond. All prizes are worth a total of HK$120,000. You are welcome to join all the four stages once, repeated participation in each stage will be disqualified.
 
4The 13 designated D’Deck restaurants are 22° North, Café Duvet, Coyote Mexican Cantina, Ebeneezer's, Figos, First Korean Restaurant, Hemingway’s by the Bay, Kiraku Tei Japanese Restaurant, Koh Tomyums, McSorley’s Ale House, Pascucci, Solera and ZAKS. 
 
5 The D’Deck “Dine ’N Ride” free ferry ride is valid for dinner consumption (6pm -11:45pm) from Monday to Friday, and lunch/dinner consumption (12 noon – 11:45pm) on Saturday/Sunday/public holiday. The free ferry ride is only valid on the same day of the transaction from 7:30pm-12:00am (Monday-Friday) and 1:00pm-12:00am (Saturday/Sunday/public holiday). “D’Deck Free Ferry Service Counter” is located near the escalator close to the bus terminus at DB Plaza.
 
6 Free Express Shuttle Bus is available every half hour from 11am to 10pm from DB Bus Terminus to DB North Plaza, and from 11:15am to 10:15pm from DB North Plaza to DB Bus Terminus, with a journey time of around 8 minutes.
 
7 All visitors to DB North Plaza can enjoy Bus Interchange Discount. Simply tap an Octopus Card against the “Fare Save Station” next to Wellcome Supermarket and use the same Octopus Card to travel on any buses leaving DB North Plaza within 45 minutes to enjoy a $4 discount for the bus ride.


 
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