Spend that consumption voucher and support local businesses as the social restrictions finally ease! Hong Kong’s social distancing rules have been in place since the start of the year, and we are all breathing a sigh of relief that things are finally starting to relax. It’s time to hit the gyms, restaurants and spas to …
Continue reading “5 Ways To Celebrate The End of Social Distancing Restrictions”
The Buzz Hong Kong is….an interesting place to be right now. There’s a lot going on, by which we mean: most things in town are shut indefinitely and we’re short on options for things to do. Enter the daycation! It’s a bit like a staycation, except without the typical hassle and commitment of an overnight …
Continue reading “Liv Reviews: A Daycation at The Pottinger Hotel in Central”
An inspiring female leader in the often male-dominated hospitality industry, Cecilia Lo combines her twin passions for art and wellbeing at the helm of K11 ARTUS, an inspiring residence in Tsim Sha Tsui. She shares with Liv on what inspires her to create a sanctuary for art lovers and wellness enthusiasts in the heart of …
Continue reading “The Art of Wellness: We Speak to Cecilia Lo, GM of K11 ARTUS”
Happening from now until Sunday December 19, the #SupportLocal Festive Market, taking place at Central Market, features 20 of our favourite local brands, selling everything from scented candles to CBD, kids’ gifts to teas, hampers, skincare, jewellery and so much more! Courtesy of our lovely vendors, we have some amazing goodies up for grabs for …
Continue reading “Visit Us At The #SupportLocal Festive Market & Enter To Win Prizes!”
BEST ALTERNATIVE HEALING CENTRE Platinum Winner: LifeHub Gold Winner: iLivingHK Silver Winner: IMI / Shakti Healing Centre (tied) BEST CBD BRAND Platinum Winner: CBD Collectiv Gold Winner: Kool for Men Silver Winner: Calmed & Co BEST MINDFUL JEWELLERY Platinum Winner: Flo Jewellery Gold Winner: Nishita Fine Jewelry Silver Winner: Freedom2Sparkle BEST FACE MASK Platinum Winner: …
Continue reading “Wellness & Lifestyle Awards 2021: Lifestyle”
It’s been a hard couple of years for everyone, but Hong Kong’s F&B workers have been among the worst hit by the pandemic’s effects. F&B Run Club is a new initiative with a two-pronged effect: bring hospitality workers together to participate in shared, healthy lifestyles, and raise money for charity. Here’s how it works: industry …
Continue reading “F&B Run Club is a new charity running club for Hong Kong’s hospitality workers”
Stuck in Hong Kong for yet another summer? It’s time to treat yourself to a spectacular Asaya Wellcation. The Rosewood Hong Kong’s wellness centre, this all-singing, all-dancing wellness retreat is as close as you’re going to get to a full-on wellness immersion here in Hong Kong. The Buzz Designed to rejuvenate your physical and mental …
Continue reading “Review: The Asaya Wellcation Package at the Rosewood Hong Kong”
The retreats of Bali and Koh Samui look like they’re still some way off, so Hong Kong’s wellness-seekers need to look a little closer to home for their wellness staycation fix. Luckily for us, The Four Seasons Hong Kong has an absolutely fabulous Wellness Retreat offer that combines every pillar of wellbeing for a full-body …
Continue reading “Liv Reviews: The Four Seasons Wellness Retreat”
So many wellness retreats, so little time! We head to Tsim Sha Tsui to check out the new wellness package staycation at The Langham. The Buzz It’s no secret that we can’t keep ourselves away from local wellness retreats these days. So when we heard about the new health-focused weekend staycation at The Langham, we …
Continue reading “Liv Reviews: The Wellness Package at The Langham”
Faced with the prospect of yet another summer spent grounded from international travel, everyone needs some options for how to holiday at home this year! Here are some retreats in Hong Kong and other wellness-oriented options around town to check out. Bliss Body Retreats Located on a private eco-luxury farm in the New Territories, Bliss …
Continue reading “Summer 2021 Wellness Retreats in Hong Kong To Book Now”
Ever thought about splurging on a staycation retreat right here in the city? Check out The Happiness Factory and its seasonal retreats at The Peninsula! It’s looking to be another staycation summer this year, so we’re super grateful that here in Hong Kong we have the option to escape without having to leave the city! …
Continue reading “Inside the Happiness Factory Supercharged Summer Retreat”
Celebrate the special women in your life all month with these Mother’s Day spa treats. Mother’s Day is on the May 9, but you can spoil your beloved mum (or aunt, friend or heck – yourself!) all month long with these spa offers. Hair Braiding at The Mandarin Salon At the Mandarin Salon, you can …
Continue reading “Mother’s Day Spa Treatments To Treat Mama (and Yourself!)”
Looking for ideas on what to do over the five-day Easter break? Check out our Hong Kong Easter guide to make the most out of the holiday. Pick up some hot cross buns Due to demand, Feather & Bone are bringing back delicious fresh-baked hot cross buns this year. Costs $20 each, or available in …
Continue reading “Hong Kong Easter Guide: How to Make The Most of Your Long Weekend”
The #SupportLocal Spring Market is coming at the end of the month! Join us on Friday March 26 and Saturday March 27 at The Wild Lot, NoHo’s trendiest events space, to check out some of Hong Kong’s newest and coolest brands and businesses. From healthy food to loungewear, jewellery to stationery, you’ll find a stellar …
Continue reading “A Peek Inside the #SupportLocal Spring Market on March 26-27”
As the pandemic rumbles on, you might be getting a little stuck for ideas of what to do. Here are 19 socially distant activities for COVID-compliant weekend activities to keep the boredom at bay. Do a photo safari Amateur shutterbugs, now is your time to shine! Grab your phone, watch a couple of YouTube tutorials …
Continue reading “19 Socially Distant Activities To Do in Hong Kong”
The next Natural Plus Enzyme retreat is taking place on April 14-16, 2021. Click here for more information and to book – spaces are extremely limited so get in there early! The Buzz Local wellness retreats are big business in Hong Kong these days, thanks to travel restrictions that have made it impossible to visit …
Continue reading “Liv Reviews: an Enzyme Nutrition Retreat with Natural Plus”
Lots of us have made the decision (or been forced) to stay put over the holidays this year, which means a first Christmas in Hong Kong for many! Here’s what you need to know about making your first festive season in Hong Kong a happy and healthy one. 1. If you write a letter to …
Continue reading “Christmas in Hong Kong: 5 Things Every First Timer Needs To Know”
Ahead of the holidays, I’ve been brainstorming Christmas gift ideas for my travel-obsessed husband, friends and family this festive season – not to mention what to put on my own list! For those who are missing the road, here are a few gift ideas for travellers who can’t travel right now. This holiday season, transport …
Continue reading “10 Awesome Christmas Gifts For The Travel Obsessed Wanderluster”
This year has been tough on us all but for elderly family members, it’s been particularly devastating. With Hongkongers unable to visit their relatives’ homes out of an abundance of caution, parents have to get creative so children can stay in touch with grandparents, aunts, uncles – anyone who could use a little long-distance love! …
Continue reading “How To Keep Kids Connected to Older Family Members During COVID”
The Buzz Gyrokinesis is a movement-based practice, and was the precursor to the Gyrotonic method, which uses pulley-assisted machines to isolate and tone muscles. Unlike Gyrotonics, however, Gyrokinesis uses no equipment – just a mat and chair to explore all the natural movements of your spine and breath. Lisa Souissa is a guest practitioner in …
Continue reading “We Review a Gyrokinesis Workshop at Mandarin Oriental”
This holiday season, why not #SupportLocal with these Hong Kong Christmas gift ideas? We’ve rounded up our favourite products from our partners to provide you with some gifting inspiration. Blessed Crystal Pendant Drop Necklace from Kooki B Make it personal this Christmas, with an engravable necklace from minimalist jewellery line Kookii B. Their Blessed Crystal …
Continue reading “Hong Kong Christmas Gift Ideas that #SupportLocal”
The Buzz Infrared saunas are said to help heal the body through detoxification and relaxation in a way that’s similar to how regular saunas work, but at a lower temperature more comfortable to withstand. Vital Dome uses a similar concept, applying infrared technology via black carbon panels that surround your body in order to achieve …
Continue reading “We Review Vital Dome, a New Infrared Spa Treatment at W Hotel”
New cases of COVID-19 in Hong Kong have slowed to a trickle, and businesses across the board are being finally given the green light to open! Ocean Park is re-opening its doors with a series of sweet deals for Honng Kong residents, including discounted rates, green staycations and outdoor activities held right on the park …
Continue reading “Ocean Park Launches Glamping and In-Park Wellness Activities”
The Buzz One of Singapore’s most popular Mediterranean restaurants, Blu Kouzina is now available for delivery in Hong Kong exclusively via Deliveroo Editions! Operating out of Deliveroo’s shared kitchen in Wan Chai, this Greek restaurant actually has three concepts. First up is Blu Kouzina, which serves authentic, organic Mediterranean cuisine, from indulgent dips and starters …
Continue reading “We Review Blu Kouzina, A New Greek Food Delivery Option on Deliveroo”
The Buzz We first noticed White Labelling yoga mats on Instagram, catching our eye with bold and colourful patterns featuring jaguars, toucans, and tropical foliage. Always a sucker for a pretty print, we couldn’t wait to see if the mat performed as well as it looked, standing up to classic yogi concerns like grip, sweat-resistance, …
The Wellness & Lifestyle Awards is now open for entries! You can win some amazing prizes, courtesy of our sponsors, simply by voting for your favourite Wellness brands in Hong Kong! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE FINALISTS Loading… Grand Prize: A three-night wellness break at the Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai Courtesy of …
Continue reading “Vote in the Wellness & Lifestyle Awards and Win These Amazing Prizes!”
Bored? Time to enrol in some adult classes to brush up on your skills! The city is finally coming back to life bit by bit, but with international travel still off the menu, we’ve come up with ways to make your summer fun and productive, without having to leave Hong Kong! Here are some of …
Continue reading “The Best Adult Classes to Keep You Learning All Summer”
Just because you’re trying to be greener doesn’t mean you have to be a grinch! Keep your kids happy this Christmas with these fun zero waste gifts that are seriously sustainable. Plastic Free Stocking Stuffers We get it. It’s probably unrealistic to expect your kid to be totally fine with having NOTHING to open on …
Continue reading “Zero Waste Kids Gifts To Keep Christmas Fun and Eco Friendly”
