Firstly, traffic rules etc etc are for references only in China, u don't really have to stop at the red light, it is for u to know that u may need to stop when you absolutely needed to.
Second, I am sure u can find someone who can speak some English in the hotels.
Third, massage, cheap, effective and enjoyable, so have one every day at least, you can never find massage therapists like that in Australia with that price tag
Forth, please don't get offended when they check your money. There is a lot of counterfeiting in China. Newly printed money are subjected to checking, so relax.
Fifth, check out the auto stores in hong kong if you do go pass there. There are many auto stores in Monkok distict in Kowloon, cheap, beautiful but not necessarily long lasting.
Sixth, relax and enjoy your life, u will learn to love the place after you have been there for a while. By the way, they do have KFC, McDonalds, Pizza Huts and Spagatti Houses there, or you can order nice western meals in big hotels and comparatively cheap.
See u when you get back!!!