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The Land Of The Fire & Ice
Christine Amour-Levar recounts her recent adventures across the outof-the-world landscapes of Iceland.
6 min |
December - February 2020
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Modern History On The Hill
We discover a modern European masterpiece on Shouson Hill.
5 min |
December - February 2020
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Stress & Unrest
Dr Quratulain Zaidi of Mind N Life ponders the city’s current problems and the issue of stress.
4 min |
December - February 2020
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The Awakening Of Central Vietnam
Hoi An makes many a traveller’s shortlist, but sleepier parts of the South Central Coast are asking visitors to stay and play too.
8 min |
December - February 2020
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7 Slick Hotels WIth Unbeateable Style
There are hotels and then there are hotels. For a holiday (and sleep!) to remember, opt for accommodation that takes design and aesthetics to an extra level. Here, the team from Lightfoot Travel reveals some good-looking options that will be hard to leave.
3 min |
December - February 2020
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Tastetest
Duck & Waffle
4 min |
December - February 2020
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7 Child-Friendly Travel Suprises
Looking for a less obvious family destination, but not sure where’s suitable? Read Surpriseson for these luxurious getaway suggestions from Lightfoot Travel that are beautiful, fun, safe and geared up for children.
3 min |
October-November 2019
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ADHD - Is it a Gift or Not?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can impact the whole family, as Dr Quratulain Zaidi of Mind N Life reveals.
4 min |
October-November 2019
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How Best To Handle Conflict At Home
Family arguments can be our most intense, emotive exchanges. We sought advice from parenting expert ODETTE UMALI from Gordon Parenting on how best to handle conflict at home.
1 min |
October-November 2019
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Fun Way To Be Active With Your Kids
Research shows that exercise not only improves your child’s current health, but also sets them up for better health in adulthood. Here, the team from Bupa outlines a few easy ways to get the young ones moving by joining in yourself.
2 min |
October-November 2019
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Life On A Bus
Many people aspire to restoring a big old vehicle and going on driving adventures, but only a tiny number actually follow through with it. Among the latter are expats Edith Kraaijeveld, her husband Frank, and their two sons Luc and Yannick. Together, they sourced and converted the holiday vehicle of their dreams – a bus called “LYFE” – and now they’ve taken their first trip.
5 min |
October-November 2019
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No Holiday Like A Snow Holiday!
Japan has been “flavour of the month” for skiing and snowboarding holidays in recent times, and it’s no surprise when you consider how good the conditions are. If you’re not sure where to start with booking a trip to the snow, we have a couple of easy options here.
3 min |
October-November 2019
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Rated PG
Another instalment in our regular parenting column by advisor, writer and mother of three, ORLA BREEZE.
3 min |
February - March 2018
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ADHD And Relationships
DR QURATULAIN ZAIDI of MindNLife discusses strategies for couples whose relationship is affected by ADHD.
4 min |
February - March 2018
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South Bay Style
Interior designer EMMA HURLSTON-TSENG shares the secrets behind the serene South Bay apartment she has created for Libby Vaughan, founder of the Cambodian Children’s Fund Hong Kong (CCF).
7 min |
August - September 2016
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Inspiration Season
A change of seasons is always a good excuse to change the look of your home.
2 min |
October - November 2017
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Second Best
Looking for a sustainable way to clothe your kids? Mum-of two SARAH GARNER, founder of Retykle, has the solution.
2 min |
October - November 2017
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Style For Life
When it comes to outdoor furniture and accessories, you need to choose wisely if you want products that will stand up to the city’s harsh climate.
2 min |
October - November 2017
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Transforming Homes
Moving countries can be big, complicated and stressful, and while many of us are only moving temporarily, that doesn’t mean that we should have to “make do” with a living space we don’t absolutely love.
4 min |
October - November 2017
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A Deal On Diamonds
There are almost as many jewellery stores in Hong Kong as there are shoppers, but with high rents and commissions, you’re not always likely to get value for money. So, where do you go when you want something a little different, and without the Queen’s Road mark-up? The Diamond Registry has been supplying wholesale stones to clients for over 50 years; we asked two happy customers for the inside scoop.
2 min |
April-May 2017
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Beyond The Sea
Life’s a beach for ELICE PARK and her family in their Repulse Bay retreat.
4 min |
February 2017 - March 2017
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At Home With …Penny Seymour
We sit down with the British expat in her Sheung Wan apartment to discuss everything from cooking in castles to celebrity antics at parties.
9 min |
February 2017 - March 2017
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Mother Knows Best!
Mother Parenting as an expat brings a whole new set of challenges to what is already a fairly challenging time. To give a little insight into the ins and outs of parenting in Hong Kong, we asked long-term expat and mum, AMELIA WILLIAMS, to answer some reader questions.
4 min |
February 2017 - March 2017
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10 Fast Facts About The Hong Kong Sevens
How much do you know about HK’s hugely popular rugby showcase?
2 min |
April - May 2018
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Feminine, Fashionable & Fair
This jewellery brand is redefining the meaning of beauty.
2 min |
April - May 2018
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Drawn To Hong Kong
The Fragrant Harbour has proven a lifelong inspiration for this artist and author.
2 min |
April - May 2018
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Raising Grounded Children
DR QURATULAIN ZAIDI of MindNLife shares her thoughts on the tricky matter of parenting in an age of instant gratification.
4 min |
December - January 2018
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Hot New Hotel Openings For 2018
Plan something to look forward to by booking into one of the most anticipated new properties for next year. We asked Lightfoot Travel to round up their favourites.
2 min |
December - January 2018
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Garden Of Delight
Looking for a romantic escape in a tropical paradise? We’ve got the scoop on a stylish new addition to an already dreamy resort on the Indonesian island of Bali.
1 min |
December - January 2018
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Origin Story
Teddi the wonder cat entered our lives on April Fool’s Day years ago, when my husband and I were first living in Hong Kong, childless and petless. That night we were at one of our favourite restaurants, the Queen’s Café, a retro Russian- Chinese café that was fusion before fusion.
2 min |