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Retreat in the city with our wellness guides and insider info…
Retreat in the city with our wellness guides and insider info…
Stress, anxiety, and the pressures that come with city living – they can all be…
The marvels of modern medicine can’t be overstated, but if you’re looking for a clean,…
We’ve seen Hong Kong’s wellness scene blossom in the last decade, and that’s in no…
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Spa treatments aren’t limited to women—men also frequently look for self-pampering solutions to unwind. Whether…
Hong Kong houses some of the best hotels in Asia, a region synonymous with top-of-the-range…
Hong Kong hotels have been promoting staycations all year to cure travel bugs across the…
Hong Kong is home to an abundance of old-world iconic hospitality brands, yet recently, the city has been seeing new, wellness-integrated hotel openings across the board, like Rosewood and soon-to-be-opened The Hari…
Retreating at home has become the new norm for most of us across the globe due to the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic. We all miss travelling to far-flung islands and immersing ourselves in luxury wellness…
Hong Kong is at no shortage of things to do, especially during the hot and humid peak of summer. There are ways to embrace the heat—or escape it by heading indoors—through a…
Stress, anxiety, and the pressures that come with city living – they can all be overwhelming at times. But whether you’re looking to cure a specific ailment or to initiate long-term lifestyle…
The marvels of modern medicine can’t be overstated, but if you’re looking for a clean, green and all-natural route to health and wellness, there are countless alternative healing options available to you.…
We’ve seen Hong Kong’s wellness scene blossom in the last decade, and that’s in no small way due to the efforts of the wellness entrepreneurs breaking boundaries on the fitness frontier. In…
While we love jet-setting around the globe to explore the best wellness retreats there are on the market, it’s not always possible to take a week’s holiday or a long-haul flight. Between…
At the bottom of Wellington Street, between Central and Sheung Wan, Miss Lee is the latest addition to Hong Kong’s vegetarian food scene. Serving up diet-friendly vegetarian and vegan Chinese cuisine with…
While we hope that you’ve had a balanced Christmas and healthy holiday season, we know it’s not always possible. Luckily, there’s no better time to have a fresh start and recommit to…
With heat, humidity and the unfortunate pollution that comes with living in a bustling city like Hong Kong, people’s skin has been known to suffer. But with a whole host of dermatologists…
Haute couture meets high performance with the latest drop in ultra-luxe athleisure. Prada and Adidas have unveiled a unique sneaker and bag collaboration, and it’s going to drop just in time for…
Christmas is just around the corner, and 2020 is hot on its heels. As the year and decade draw to a close, it’s time to get all your Christmas presents sorted (sustainably,…
When it comes to healthy diets and sweet treats, everyone assumes that it’s a no-go area—but chocolate is one delicious indulgence you can put on the ‘yes’ list. Hong Kong-based Israeli chocolate…
There’s a feeling of 1920s New York elegance that pervades the St. Regis Hong Kong. From the butler service to the marble-clad lobbies, it’s a celebration of a bygone era that insists…
‘Holistic’ is a word that gets thrown around a lot in wellness, but it’s just another way of saying ‘the whole’. Typically, it differentiates between wellness that is just focused on fitness,…
Opened in July 2019, Fivelements Habitat is the urban out-posting of the flagship Fivelements in Ubud, Bali. Offering many of its signature spa therapies, activities and vegan dining for city clientele, the…
Hong Kong’s humidity can wreak havoc on complexions at the best of times, but coupled with the pollution that comes with urban lifestyles, it’s important to be kind to your skin. For…
Above the bustling commotion of Lyndhurst Terrace, the Lush Spa at Soho Square transports you from the frenetic pace of Hong Kong to the seclusion of the English countryside. An enchantingly designed…
Hong Kong is hardly short of luxurious spas, but Rosewood Hong Kong is taking indulgent spacations to the next level with Asaya Spa and Kitchen, launched in October 2019. The long-anticipated launch…
From yum cha to bubble tea, Hong Kong’s obsession with tea ranges from traditional to trending. With a 5,000 year history, tea is deeply rooted in Chinese culture and is still used by TCM…
Gone are the days when veganism was reserved for Birkenstock-clad hippies and animal-rights activists. Lauded for its health benefits, veganism supports the ethical treatment of animals and a more sustainable lifestyle, and…
The weather is cooling down, which means… its race season. There’s plenty of running groups taking to the track and over the next couple of months, running races abound. It’s not all…
Hong Kong’s latest urban wellness oasis has just opened in Rosewood Hong Kong. Overlooking the Tsim Sha Tsui’s Avenue of Stars, the hotel’s sixth-floor health haven offers everything from nail salons to…
With incredible medical and wellness experts sourced from East and West, state-of-the-art equipment, and modern decor that feels oh so fresh, a menu offering everything from emotional therapies to aesthetics, and even…
Sustainability, ethics and health are just a few of the reasons that veganism appeals to many people, and particularly with concerns over climate change, more and more people are turning towards plant-based…
Every professional athlete knows the importance of having a good physiotherapist to hand. Smalls aches and pains can lead to much bigger problems if not dealt with properly, and particularly when you…
We all need a little pick-me-up from time to time, and coffee has become something of a morning or post-lunch ritual for many of us. In moderation, coffee has been proven to…
The wellness world’s favourite superfood now has its own dedicated restaurant in Hong Kong, with the legendary London-born Avobar opening its first international out posting in the new K11 Musea; LUSH opens…
Despite the Global Wellness Summit’s location switch to Singapore, Hong Kong is hardly short of wellness events for October. From the return of the Food’s Future Summit with panels on health and…
How can we make the food chain more sustainable? Who are the latest food-tech innovators? Will lab-grown meats and alternative proteins become the new normal? The Food’s Future Summit by Foodie will…
With 2,500 years of history, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been around a lot longer than Western medicine or modern science as a natural antidote to ailments. Focused on rebalancing qi, a…
If you’re looking for a little indulgent ‘me time’ but can’t quite muster time for a massage, why not book yourself in for one of Hong Kong’s premier manicure services. The city…
Our wellness mantra is ‘everything in balance’ and that’s especially true when it comes to alcohol. Regardless of your wellness resolutions, it’s hard to deny how difficult it is to completely avoid…
It’s no secret that the world of wellness is booming, with the industry estimated to be worth over US$4.2 trillion. Asia is one of the biggest growing markets, with Hong Kong at…
Women make up the majority of the wellness movement and are trail-blazing health trends around the world from yoga studios to diets. But what often gets less time and space is emotional…
While the kids are heading back to school, its time for the rest of us to get back into our regular routines—summer break is well and truly over. The weather is still…
Hair can make or break your mood, especially in the Hong Kong humidity and heat. It should come as no surprise then that the city is home to countless salons and hairdressers…
Whether you’ve lost your focus, are struggling to maintain a fitness routine, or just don’t know where to start, it’s easy to feel like you’ve left your fitter days behind you. But…
Pervin Clasper at Shakti Healing Centre in Hong Kong is something of a legend. She’s impossible to get an appointment with (the waitlist is only open to regulars and often longer than…
Hong Kong has no shortage of luxurious spas hidden around the city, but the latest addition in the middle of Central offers a quiet respite in one of busiest neighbourhoods. Ideally located…
Fine dining doesn’t have a great rep when it comes to healthy eating. Synonymous with indulgent and unsustainable ingredients, buttery bases and creamy sauces, and indifference towards dietary requirements, choosing an upmarket…
Reflexology holds the belief that pressure points on your feet are connected to the body’s organs, and a targeted foot massage—if you needed the excuse for one—can rid the body of a…
Summer is in full swing, and the wellness scene is blooming with the recent opening of Fivelements Habitat’s new holistic healing space, mini fitness festivals and community yoga galore. This month there’s…
From on-demand makeup services to pampering palaces, we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to beauty in Hong Kong. Whether you’re dressing up to impress for a special occasion or looking to…
Grassroots Pantry has been one of the iconic landmarks of Hong Kong’s plant-based dining scene since it opened back in 2012, evolving from a small cafe in Sai Ying Pun to an upmarket…
Standing still in a city as busy as Hong Kong is easier said than done, but to beat the burn out, there are few better things to do than to take a…
The most hotly anticipated opening of the summer, Fivelements Habitat launched today in Hong Kong, in its new Times Square location in Causeway Bay. The award-winning holistic and integrated wellness lifestyle brand…
Carl Guow has always been passionate about real estate. Back in 2005, he founded ACTS Group, a multi-dimensional enterprise focused on property investing, developing and construction who has worked on more than 100…
Stepping away from the manic traffic on Garden Road into the gold-fringed zen of The Murray lobby, you immediately know you’ve found an urban escape. Cool and calm, The Murray oozes with…
The spa is at the centre of most hotel wellness concepts, and Hong Kong’s luxury hospitality scene is a competitive haven of spa sanctuaries and serene oasis’, providing some zen among the…
There’s often a misconception that eating well and eating sustainably means sacrificing on flavour or satisfaction, but with the launch of alternative proteins like Impossible Meats and the rapidly expanding healthy dining…
The Hong Kong weather often means that summers are a game of keeping cool and staying dry, but your plans certainly don’t have to be tethered to the forecast with so many…
When the sun is out and the sky is blue, it can be easy to find yourself struggling for the incentive to work out indoors. Luckily, with Hong Kong boasting a surprising…
Bringing together the leaders and game-changers of the ever-expanding US$4.2 trillion wellness industry, the 13th annual Global Wellness Summit is coming to Hong Kong in October. Hosted at the Grand Hyatt Hotel…
For fitness fanatics, having a personal trainer is the dream: having someone to plan your training, hold you accountable, push you out of your comfort zone, and help you achieve those big…
An apple a day keeps the doctor away, the saying goes—but clean, green, plant-based diets are no fad, and the healthy eating trend is (rightfully) here to stay. If you’re looking to…
Pampering need not be seen as a privilege exclusively held by women. From a traditional wet shave to a more indulgent facial or nail treatment, the options available to men are (nearly)…
Some cities are just made for running, and in spite of the hot and humid weather, Hong Kong is surprisingly one of them. Whether you’re pounding the pavements to train for a…
Hong Kong’s favourite plant-based restaurant, Grassroots Pantry, is getting a makeover this summer. The restaurant on Hollywood Road, founded and run by Chef Peggy Chan, will close on July 10th 2019, before…
With Global Wellness Day and Global Running Day in one month, there has never been a better time to find ways to stay healthy and active, and Hong Kong’s wellness community is…
Wellness starts on the inside, and in a city as busy as Hong Kong, taking the time to find a mindful moment to be reflective and self-aware is no easy task. But…
As any mum will tell you, juggling a career and motherhood is no easy task, and it often means personal health gets sacrificed in favour of the family. Mother of two and Founder of…
From a pop-up ‘bao’ concept at a farmer’s market in 2012 to being named Best Female Chef by Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, May Chow has made her mark on Hong Kong’s food…
Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong already had a lot to offer the average wellness traveller, from decadent pedicures to morning Pilates, but now it’s upped its game to offer authentic Thai massages in…
One of Hong Kong’s hottest wellness openings of 2019, Fivelements Habitat is bringing some much-needed zen to the city when it officially opens its doors on July 1st 2019. In anticipation of…
Calling all yogis, Evolution Asia Yoga Conference is back for 2019, and it’s bigger and better than ever before. The 12th annual event will be hosted at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition…
On April 29, 2019, Compare Retreats and Miskawaan Health Group hosted a fireside chat on the topic of medical wellness tourism. The panel included Mr David Boehm, Co-Founder and CEO of Miskawaan…
It’s finally May and just before we spring into the city summer heat, there’s no other perfect time to check out these wellness events in Hong Kong. With the excitement over last…
As wellness continues to make itself a topic of priority among young professionals, start-up founders, and Silicon Valley CEOs, there’s never been a larger need for accessible health and wellness facilities in…
From Muay Thai to kickboxing, martial arts has been soaring in popularity over the last few years with the fitness crowd, and with good reason: combining cardio and strength training while honing…
Restauranteur, MISSBISH co-founder and certified yoga teacher Lindsay Jang was already fighting fit, but couldn’t find a fitness regime that excited her anymore—that is, until she met personal trainer Jen MacKay. Born…
Why practice yoga? It’s often a love-or-hate thing, with many of its detractors citing its lack of pace. The benefits, however, have been well documents—flexibility, strength building, stress relief and improved cardio…
If you’ve so much as dipped a toe in the wellness water, you’ll be familiar with the zero-waste, package-free movements that are (rightfully) taking the world by storm. Hong Kong is following…
There’s a new luxury urban escape in town. Nestled in the heart of Wan Chai, a stone’s throw from the Exhibition Centre, the new St Regis Hong Kong opened on April 11th as…
The Conscious Festival returns for a second year to Hong Kong, bringing with it a range of talks, workshops and a sustainable marketplace. The festival, organised by Green is The New Black…
To get the most out of your fitness or health journey, everyone knows eating well is part of the package. The temptation of ditch your diet can be easy to give in…
Get ready to unroll your yoga mats: Hong Kong’s biggest outdoor wellness festival is back for its eighth event. Hosting more than 80 health and fitness workshops with Hong Kong’s best instructors…
March Madness is, thankfully, behind us, and we can look forward to a far more zen April—in more ways than one. The return of Hong Kong’s biggest outdoor wellness festival, IRIS, means…
The Landmark Mandarin Oriental is the epitome of minimalist chic and the sleek property is contemporary and timeless, in equal measures. Offering urban escapes to an exclusive clientele, the hotel excels in…
The city where east meets west is a fast-paced urban jungle in the most literal sense—75% of its total land mass is dedicated to protected forests and national parks, hosting more than…
‘Mindfulness’ and ‘Hong Kong’ aren’t really two words you’d put in the same sentence, but there is certainly a huge desire for zen in this frantic city. Making a space among the…
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts today opened its first Hong Kong property in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, and 26th hotel around the world. Located on the harbourfront of Victoria Dockside facing Hong Kong Island,…
The Mandarin Oriental is the grand dame of luxury hotels on Hong Kong Island, a claim few would contest. While its surroundings have changed in no small measure, the five-star facility has…
Returning for its fourth year, Taste of Hong Kong is a festival of culinary excellence, showcasing some of the best and brightest in the city’s thriving food scene. With 17 restaurants serving…
“It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey.” It might be a huge cliche, but when it comes to wellness, these are words to live by: health isn’t something you arrive…