Shopping frenzy a threat to my health - and bank balance

Hong Kong is heaven for shoppers, especially after Christmas. Although I am not a shopaholic, I could not resist the temptation of the big sales and decided to treat myself.

My husband and I arrived in the city on New Year's Eve.

While we were waiting at the hotel's reception to check in, we realized we had just missed the first buying spree. Nearby, there was a long line of people carrying various stuffed suitcases, some so big they defy description.