I have not been in HK very long, about 8 weeks. I love it!!! Yes, everything that everyone has mentioned is great: low crime, no sales tax, public transportation, the beautiful lights.
But the very first thing that pleasantly surprised me was the love for children the locals seem to have. Anytime I am on the train or in a lift, really anywhere, the locals will coo and play with my son. It is the cutest thing. It has helped my son be less shy and more interactive with people. Now he runs around and says hello to everyone. This is a great city. I'm very lucky to have the opportunity to live here. Everyday is a wonderful adventure.
Thanks for this thread, good idea.