A Writer's Retreat

We meet children’s author (and saree enthusiast!) Bhakti Mathur at her peaceful home on the Peak.

Staycay Season

For a change of scenery (and a reminder of the pleasures of travel), check in to one of these five fabulous spots in five very different locations across Hong Kong!

Award-Winning School Camp Programme For The Summer

Are the kids keen for some fun over the holiday? Read on for details of an award-winning school camp programme for the summer – one with 13 different streams to choose from!

Pictures Of Pooches

We meet Romanian expat Mihaela Tudor, and learn about her photography work, including a recent project about pets!

5 Tips For The Perfect Bedroom

Advice from the team at Blanc Des Vosges on making your sleeping spot a stylish haven.

Forging Ahead

Forging The timing couldn’t have been worse: starting a large-scale renovation as a pandemic was breaking out. But interior designer JENNY PERRY persisted with her project. The result? A classy and colourful new look for a Sai Kung village house – which also happens to be her own home!

10 Minutes With...Priyanka Agarwal

The AWA President explains how she’s been juggling the day-to-day running of the popular women’s organisation amidst all the disruptions of the past year or so.

World's Most Instagrammed Waterfalls!

When you can’t get on a plane, it’s fun to at least take in some destination eyecandy. Here we take a look at some of the world’s most Instagrammed waterfalls!

Two-Bedder By the Beach?

If you’re thinking of a sea change – and let’s be honest, most of us are! – and you’re in the market for a high-end home, here’s some good news from Southside.

From The Frontline

Dr Christopher K M Hui has a working life that’s nothing short of dynamic, including juggling daily roles in both Hong Kong and Shenzhen over the past seven years. With the emergence of the pandemic, however, things only intensified. He shares his story here.

Ace The Face!

Spring is all about renewal and rejuvenation, so why not schedule in some “me-time” and book a facial?

From The Frontline

Dr Christopher K M Hui has a working life that’s nothing short of dynamic, including juggling daily roles in both Hong Kong and Shenzhen over the past seven years. With the emergence of the pandemic, however, things only intensified. He shares his story here.

Tackling Myopia In Kids

The rate of myopia in children is increasing, both here in Hong Kong and elsewhere. We hear the details – and some ways to combat the problem – from Optometrist ANDY MEAU, founder and director of iSight Optometric Eye Care Center.

Two-Bedder By The Beach?

If you’re thinking of a sea change – and let’s be honest, most of us are! – and you’re in the market for a high-end home, here’s some good news from Southside.

Hiking Ideas A Mount Davis Meander

Keen for something different from your usual weekend walk? Laila Boundy took a partstroll, part-scramble up Mount Davis on Hong Kong Island. Here’s what she discovered.

A Bali Villa Vibe

We chat with homeowner Jen Wong about the renovations she and husband Jeff recently completed in their little corner of Happy Valley.

Seasonal Feasts!

This year’s festivities are looking a little different for many of us, especially with travel restrictions in place. Still, there are plenty of things to be thankful for over Christmas, New Year’s Eve and beyond – like the following incredible line-up of meals, drinks, treats and more from some of Hong Kong’s best restaurants and food establishments. We’ve done the legwork to bring you a great guide to holiday dining – at home or out!

Managing Anger In A Pandemic

Here in Hong Kong, we’ve been battling uncertainty since May 2019 – first the protests, then the pandemic. And, as DR QURATULAIN ZAIDI of Mind N Life explains, it has taken a toll on the mental wellbeing of many people.

15 Things To Do In Singapore

Delays aside, the travel bubble with Singapore will soon become a reality, and we’re excited! Here, with a little help from the team at our sister magazine down there, we present a big list of fun and fab things to do in the Lion City.

Rapid Reno

A quick-fire makeover of a village house delivers impressive results.

Skipping A Beat

If your heart has an irregular rhythm, you may be suffering from atrial fibrillation (AF), a relatively common condition that can have serious consequences. We find out all about it from Dr Jo Jo Hai Siu Han

Get In The Swing!

Imagine a staycation that offers five-star luxury, while granting its patrons access to 19 acres of top-notch sporting and wellness facilities.

Dreamy Tropical Island … For 2021

Getting to paradise may be tricky right now, but that doesn’t mean we should stop thinking of idyllic destinations altogether. Here, the Lightfoot Travel team reveal some beautiful island hideaways to add to our bucket list for the future.

Girls' Trips

From spa retreats to shopping weekends, who doesn’t love a getaway with their gal pals? When we can fire up our passports again, here are some great spots to add to your list!

Leaders Of The Future

We get the inside scoop on an international school scholarship that aims to recognise future leaders in the community.

Running In The Serengeti

If you’re a keen runner, the annual Serengeti Girls Run is definitely one to add to your bucket list for the future. Why not follow this year’s event to give yourself a taste of what to expect? And you can lend your support to a great cause, too.

How Personal Training Can Help

If you’ve thought about trying personal training to make a change in your life, now’s a great time to start. Here we get an insight into how having a PT can benefit all kinds of aspects of health and fitness, from body shape to coping with stress.

On The Market

Staying in a serviced suite can be a great option for all kinds of scenarios. For example, many newcomers to Hong Kong choose this kind of accommodation because their work contract stipulates an end-date and they don’t want to enter into a lengthy lease. Some people simply prefer to live in a place that’s furnished and has all the mod cons at their fingertips, while others may just want to test the waters for a few months in a particular area.

Beach Breaks

If cabin fever’s getting the better of you, make a plan of some of the places you want to head to once everything is up and running again. This month, we hear about some of the favourite beach getaways of our readers and staff.

The Land Of The Eagle Hunters

A family travels from Hong Kong to explore the Altai Mountains of Western Mongolia.