Appointment of Senior Civil Servants
Launch of Government Holiday Bungalows Online Booking System Vacation at Your Fingertips
Civil Service Bureau
To simplify the application process and enhance operational efficiency, the Civil Service Bureau (CSB) launched the Government Holiday Bungalows Online Booking System in May 2024 to replace the paper-based application arrangement which had been used for years. Serving civil servants may now access the system at any time through the Departmental Portal of their bureaux/departments and apply for using the holiday facilities.
The digitalisation of government services not only brings convenience to applicants but also allows for more effective message dissemination and savings in paper consumption. The new system features automatic balloting and allocation of holiday bungalows/camp places. Allocation results will be sent to the applicants’ email address by the system automatically to dispense with delivery of paper memos. CSB expects to achieve savings of around 20,000 sheets of fax paper and printouts per year for the Government after the implementation of electronic application.
Situated in the tranquil countryside away from the city’s hustle and bustle, the holiday facilities have always been popular among colleagues. They are especially suitable for enjoying a vacation together with family members and friends. Serving civil servants are welcome to apply for using the holiday facilities. Please visit the system for details or stay updated through regular invitations issued by CSB.
Pensioners may make telephone reservations for using Cheung Sha or Tai Mei Tuk Holiday Bungalows on weekdays. To offer a more convenient application channel, CSB introduced a new electronic application form for pensioners who may choose to complete the form and pay the rental charge online. Details can be obtained from staff of CSB during telephone reservation.
The current holiday facilities were converted from quarters for staff in charge of waterworks infrastructure projects. The Government planned to introduce holiday facilities for civil servants as early as in the 1950s. After rounds of discussion, the Government converted in 1968 the quarters at Shek Pik Reservoir to the current Cheung Sha Holiday Bungalows, and in 1972 the quarters at the Plover Cove Reservoir to today’s Tai Mei Tuk Holiday Bungalows. Later in 1980, the Lady MacLehose Holiday Village was converted from the High Island Reservoir quarters and opened to the public. The Civil Servant Booking Scheme of the Holiday Village has been in operation since then.
Cheung Sha is situated in the southern part of Lantau Island. It takes a five-minute walk from the holiday bungalows to the longest beach in Hong Kong – Cheung Sha Beach. On your vacation, you may bask in the sunshine on the beach, and watch the captivating glow of sunset. Lovers of water sports may book a private surfing session to challenge themselves at sea. If time allows, you may take a bus to nearby attractions such as the Shek Pik Reservoir, Ngong Ping, Tai O or Mui Wo.
Transportation: Take the MTR to Tung Chung Station and change to the New Lantao Bus Routes 11, 11A or 23, or take a ferry to Mui Wo and change to the New Lantao Bus Routes 1, 2, or 4. Alight at Cheung Sha Ha Tsuen or Cheung Sha Fire Station (around 30 minutes’ ride) followed by a five-minute walk to the bungalows.
Dining Options: Each bungalow is equipped with a private kitchen and outdoor barbecue pit. You may wish to bring your own food and barbecue equipment. Several restaurants are available at the Cheung Sha Beach. You may also take a bus to Tai O or Mui Wo for more choices of restaurants.
Tai Mei Tuk is located in the eastern part of Tai Po, which has all along been a popular holiday destination. You may rent a bike from stores near the Tai Mei Tuk Bus Terminal to travel around, or a kayak to visit the outlying islands. The nearby Plover Cove Reservoir main dam is an ideal spot for kite-flying, whilst the Lung Mei Beach is a man-made beach completed in recent years for public use. Whether on land or at sea, you can spend a fulfilling time with your family and friends. And don’t miss out on the stunning view of sunrise in Tai Mei Tuk.
Transportation: Take the MTR to Tai Po Market Station and change to Kowloon Motor Bus Route No. 75K, 275R or Green Minibus Route No. 20C (around 30 minutes’ ride). Alight at Lung Mei Tsuen or Tai Mei Tuk Bus Terminal followed by a 15-minute walk to the holiday bungalows. One car parking space is also available for each bungalow at Tai Mei Tuk.
Dining Options: Each bungalow is equipped with a private kitchen and outdoor barbecue pit. You may wish to bring your own food and barbecue equipment. There are also a number of restaurants near the Tai Mei Tuk Bus Terminal.