Destinations
Bite-sized chunks of slow, languid exploration
There’s More to the Mid-Autumn Festival than just Mooncakes
Everything you need to know about celebrating gratitude and togetherness under a full moon.
teamLab: Continuous at Tamar Park
White dinosaur eggs by day, glowing ombre against a glittering skyline by night.
Warring States Cyberpunk: A Mesmerising Journey To A Future Existing In The Past
The third stop of Kongkee’s solo exhibition lands in Tai Kwun, with selected works from the Asian Art Museum and newly commissioned pieces.
20+ Auspicious Greetings for Everyone You May Meet During Chinese New Year
Here’s a list of fail-safe greetings that will keep you well-prepared for all the prospective red packets you run into. Wow your friends and family with homophonic sayings for the Year of the Dragon and wishes galore for wealth and health!
15 Auspicious Plants to Decorate Your Home with this Chinese New Year
Of all the Chinese New Year festivities in Hong Kong, I delight the most in visiting flower markets. Discover the most popular auspicious plants to bring you prosperity and good fortune in the coming year.
Vital Signs at Tai Kwun: Lights Resurrected by Tetra Neon Exchange
A throwback to my favourite exhibition of 2023, Vital Signs, curated by Tetra Neon Exchange to showcase Hong Kong’s vibrant neon heritage.
Checking Into The Fleming: A Fusion of Maritime History and Modernity
Inspired by the crossroads between East and West, The Fleming pays homage to Hong Kong's maritime heritage with an air of elegance from the 1950s.
Cracking Art at Harbour City: Supersized Animals for Environmental Conservation
Supersized, out-of-place and boldly coloured animal sculptures. What’s not to like about them?
Checking Into The Silveri: MGallery’s First Property in Hong Kong
Looking for somewhere chic to stay during a layover in Hong Kong? Here’s a glimpse of the MGallery property located atop the largest outlet mall in town, surrounded by Lantau Island’s natural scenery.
Checking Into the Arca: Where Elegant Design Meets Playful Soul
The hip hotel of 2021, the Arca is Yulan Group’s latest boutique hotel located in the budding commercial area of Wong Chuk Hang. The property features inviting aesthetics, lush outdoor space, and a rooftop infinity pool.
Checking Into The St. Regis Hong Kong: The Latest Luxury Hotel in Town
Housed in a glittering tower on Wan Chai’s waterfront, The St. Regis Hong Kong is Marriott’s 7,000th property globally with interiors curated by André Fu to embody contemporary luxe.
Checking Into the Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel: The Sheltered Urban Oasis
The Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel is one of the newer additions to the city, opening in late 2018. It’s situated right on the doorstep of Ocean Park’s entrance in Wong Chuk Hang, a mere 15 minutes away from Admiralty.
Neighbourhood Guide to Shek Kip Mei: A Trove of Pastel-Coloured Buildings
Growing up in the neighbourhood, Shek Kip Mei has always appeared a mellow district but its history was far from that.
Checking Into the Figo: Boutique Style Co-Living
A quaint boutique hotel located on Queen’s Road West, halfway between Sheung Wan and Sai Ying Pun, the Figo is one of the few dog-friendly hotels in town, with dedicated packages inclusive of amenities and even a dip in the doggie pool!
Neighbourhood Guide to Kowloon Tong: Where English Counties Meet Transit Mayhem
Kowloon Tong started out as a small village near Boundary Street with a pond (the name literally means “Kowloon Pond” in Chinese).
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