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With healthcare costs steadily rising and waiting times stretching longer in cities like Hong Kong, many people are rethinking where they turn for medical care. Increasingly, the answer lies just a short flight away in Bangkok — at Bumrungrad International Hospital, a globally recognised medical...
Yam cha although literally meaning “drink tea “ actually refers to the social gathering of family and friends for a meal and not tea alone. Dim sum is the food typically associated with yam cha, historically hot breakfast favourites for families, and workers before the start of their day. Over...
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Did you know that waterfalls produce negative air ions, which have potential mood boosting effects on us? Although the evidence is not conclusive, there’s no denying that waterfalls remain places of attractions that people will go out of their way to visit. Few things feel quite as refreshing as...
Hong Kong is ranked among some of the most expensive cities in the world to live. It is also one of the most important financial capitals of the world. Hong Kong positions itself as the gateway to China, and indeed has benefited greatly from this position. Many international financial...
Whether you are after snacks, groceries, a hot meal, or delivery when most places are asleep, here are some useful 24/7 options to bear in mind:SupermarketsWellcome – Causeway Bay Address: G/F, 25–29 Great George Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong Island Tel: +852 2577 3215DON DON DONKI – Causeway...
As built up as Hong Kong may be, it also has places that take you away from the city without needing to go overseas or take time off work. Between the numerous parks, outlying islands and long lines of beaches, you can find a proper campsite and spend a night under the stars less than an hour...
Hong Kong's coffee scene has quietly become one of Asia’s most thriving, not with chain stores lining every other street, but in barista championships, direct-trade sourcing, and coffee roasteries. Growing up alongside the city's cha chaan teng culture of milk tea and yuenyeung, many of these...
Just started hiking or perhaps looking for the next challenging trail? Regardless of whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or sure-footed trekker, Hong Kong is rife with hiking trails that suit all levels. Leave the crowds at Dragon’s Back, Victoria Peak and Lion’s Rock — here are four hiking...
One of the most common questions expats and local travellers ask when booking non big airlines in Asia is :“Do I get fed, or do I need to bring snacks?”Here is an updated 2026 AsiaXPAT guide to five popular midsize airlines in Asia, starting with Hong Kong. See information on aircraft size,...
The 5 Most Gentrified Areas on Hong Kong IslandThen and nowWhen people move to Hong Kong, they usually ask about rent, commute, and school zones.But what is just as important is Where will I get my morning coffee? Where do I take friends when they visit? Where’s the nearest cha chaan teng...
Walk into almost any supermarket in the world — from Hong Kong to London, Paris to New York — and you’ll see the iconic unmistakable red label.Coca‑Cola isn’t just a soft drink. It’s a cultural symbol, a marketing masterclass, and one of the most valuable brands on Earth.From supplying American...
Looking for the best long weekend getaways from Hong Kong that aren’t the usual Bali, Phuket, or Tokyo round trips?For busy Hong Kong expats and Hong Kong families, ideally it should be under five hours’ flight time, easy logistics-wise, and have good food, with solid hotel choices as well as...
Some shopping trips are transactional. Others feel like strategic missions.Our recent visit to Shenzhen’s Art Design Center (ADC) — also known as Yizhan Center — was firmly the latter: a cross-border design expedition blending logistics, negotiation, caffeine breaks, and serious interior...
Visa Rules for Hong Kong Families (2026)For many expatriate families in Hong Kong, travelling with a domestic helper provides reassurance and practical support — especially with young children. However, one critical question often arises:Can a domestic helper legally work while travelling...