The Land Of The Fire & Ice

Christine Amour-Levar recounts her recent adventures across the outof-the-world landscapes of Iceland.

Modern History On The Hill

We discover a modern European masterpiece on Shouson Hill.

Stress & Unrest

Dr Quratulain Zaidi of Mind N Life ponders the city’s current problems and the issue of stress.

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.

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.

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Duck & Waffle

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Does Your Marriage Need Help?

Dr Quratulain Zaidi of Mind N Life discusses the pressures that expat life can exert on married couples and how to combat them.

The Beauty Of Bhutan

The Lightfoot Travel team reveals one of its favourite Bhutan itineraries, and explains why this magical Buddhist Kingdom is on everybodys bucket list.

The True Cost Of Receipts

Those little receipts stuffed into your wallet aren’t just annoying. They’re actually putting your health at risk – and the planet’s, too.

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).

Smart Moves

Life has come full circle for stylist LIZ KEELING, who is back in Sai Kung with her headmaster husband and baby son in tow, after living there as a child in the 1980s.

A Cut Above

A French pioneer hairdresser in Hong Kong shares his remarkable story.

Raising Grounded Children

DR QURATULAIN ZAIDI of MindNLife shares her thoughts on the tricky matter of parenting in an age of instant gratification.

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.

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.

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.

Renovated Retreat

See inside this beautifully revamped village house in tranquil Clearwater Bay.

Good Night, Sleep Right

Struggling to get enough Z’s? Okooko by European Bedding’s THIJS VEYFEYKEN talks us through the advantages of choosing the right mattress.

Balancing Acts

Find out the ways this school is preparing students for the future.

Everybody's Talking About Tai Kwun

Hong Kong has a new cultural hub with the revitalisation of the Central Police Station.

10 Fast Facts About The Hong Kong Sevens

How much do you know about HK’s hugely popular rugby showcase?

Feminine, Fashionable & Fair

This jewellery brand is redefining the meaning of beauty.

Drawn To Hong Kong

The Fragrant Harbour has proven a lifelong inspiration for this artist and author.

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.