Disliking the mainland is part of Hong Kong's identity. While initially shocking if you go back and forth enough you start appreciating the lesser rules of the

Disliking the mainland is part of Hong Kong's identity. While initially shocking if you go back and forth enough you start appreciating the lesser rules of the mainland and realize that HK is still quite colonial. And while mainlanders won't say "yes sir", or speak English, they are generally quite friendly, curious and genuine. Of course a sense of humor often also helps.