REVIEW Bellroy has created the kind of carry-on that doesn’t demand attention — it earns it. Quietly confident, beautifully made, and built to endure. For years, the carry-on has been a quiet companion to the world’s frequent flyers — an overlooked yet indispensable travel essential that can make or break a journey. Bellroy, the Melbourne-based certified B Corp celebrated for its considered approach to design, has entered the hard-shell luggage space with the Transit Carry-On

At just 24, Ashley LaMarca has built the kind of following most influencers can only dream of — over two million people who tune in not just for her beauty tutorials, but for her warmth, wit, and effortless sense of style. Based in Miami, the content creator has carved out a niche as the internet’s go-to guru for curly-haired confidence, with her Curly Hair Routine and Blowout Routine earning cult status among beauty enthusiasts who crave both authenticity and results. What

Gracie Cashman was practically born under the spotlight — but she’s the one steering it. The on-air host of the Emmy-winning The Story of My Number on the YES Network, Gracie carries a legacy rooted in sports and entertainment (her father is the GM of the Yankees, her grandfather helped shape cable television), yet makes every move feel entirely her own. Between filming the holiday romance Christmas Cowboy and starring opposite Brooke Shields and Bridget Moynahan in the upc

Perched high above the city’s bustle, Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui’s Swim Club isn’t just another rooftop bar — it’s a retreat that feels like a secret getaway in the sky. Designed with whimsy and nostalgia by Heidi Chan, Design Director of Steve Leung Design Group , the creative mind behind its playful yet polished aesthetic, the Swim Club blends Americana with Hong Kong’s social vibrancy. We sat down with Chan to uncover the design story behind this cinematic rooftop escape — one

PHU QUOC This festive season, the JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay is orchestrating a magical celebration titled "A Symphony Beneath the Stars," transforming its whimsical Lamarck University campus into a stage for wonder, joy, and connection. Here’s what guests can expect from this enchanting holiday program. The celebration begins in earnest on Christmas Eve, setting the tone for days of warmth and wonder. The evening opens with a sparkling Tree Lighting Ceremony, followed

HONG KONG Hong Kong has never been shy about indulgence. In a city that thrives on spectacle — mirrored skyscrapers, rooftop pools, Michelin-starred dim sum — the weekend brunch has evolved into its own cultural ritual. What began as a midday meal has become a theatre of abundance, where champagne towers rise as high as Central’s skyline and plates arrive in waves until afternoon slips into evening. From French Riviera flair to Bollywood-bright spice markets, from harbourside

HONG KONG There’s always a reason to dress well — and nothing refines a look quite like a perfectly tailored suit that exudes confidence, sophistication, and timeless appeal. Whether you’re attending a business function, celebrating a wedding, or planning an intimate dinner, investing in a bespoke piece ensures you look — and feel — your absolute best. Hong Kong’s tailoring heritage is world-renowned, and today’s ateliers continue that legacy with a fresh sense of modern craf

HONG KONG Photo credits: Mikhail Nilov | Pexels Finding a trusted veterinarian is one of the most important responsibilities we have as pet parents. While location plays a big factor, especially if your pet doesn’t do well with travel, it’s also about finding a clinic that offers compassion, clear communication, and a genuine love for animals. Ultimately, the "best" vet is the one that makes both you and your pet feel safe, heard, and well-cared for. After years of navigating

Aircraft: Airbus A350-900 Route: Hong Kong (HKG) – Munich (MUC) Flight No.: CX301 Date Flown: September 23, 2025 Seat: 21G Cabin: Business Class Cathay Pacific’s long-haul network has steadily rebounded, and its newly launched Hong Kong–Munich route marks another step in the carrier’s quiet European expansion. I boarded CX301 on September 30, just one day before Typhoon Ragasa would force Hong Kong International Airport into a rare two-day standstill. We flew with Cat

BANGKOK Bangkok is a city of extremes — frenetic, dazzling, often overwhelming — where skyscrapers cast shadows over gilded temples and street food stalls compete with Michelin stars. To find serenity in the middle of it all feels almost impossible. And yet, tucked discreetly along Sathorn Road, there is a place that has been offering exactly that for more than three decades: The Sukhothai Bangkok , a proud member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World . Since opening in 1991, T

HONG KONG As the city’s skyline flickers to life on October 31st, Hong Kong’s nocturnal elite will be slipping into their most mysterious attire and heading — where else? — to Zuma , where Halloween takes a cinematic turn. The contemporary Japanese izakaya, long known for its sleek design and legendary parties, will transform for one night only into the Past Curfew Cinema : a glittering, immersive fever dream of film, fantasy, and late-night decadence. Dinner Before the Darkn

HONG KONG In Hong Kong’s glittering jewellery scene, where heritage brands dominate, Diamanté Diamonds is carving out its own niche — championing lab-grown diamonds while upholding old-world craftsmanship. Founded by former investment banker Brian Lee, Diamante first built its reputation as a B2B supplier of premium stones before expanding into bespoke bridal and high jewellery. Today, the brand is a fixture at beauty pageants and high-profile charity galas, with appearances

SALZBURG CSP Times checks into Rosewood Schloss Fuschl, a storybook escape set on the glassy shores of an Austrian lake. We arrived via Cathay Pacific’s new direct service to Munich — now flying four times weekly — spending two nights at the elegant Rosewood Munich before a scenic two-hour drive delivered us to the fairytale tranquillity of Schloss Fuschl. All images are courtesy of Faye Bradley | CSP Times. I can’t. I won’t. It’s seven in the morning, eight degrees Celsius

There’s a magnetic duality to Samantha Michelle — equal parts downtown cool and cinematic soul. A New York–based DJ, music producer, and filmmaker, she’s built a world where rhythm meets ritual, spinning sets that feel less like performances and more like portals. From Glastonbury to Cannes, and residencies for Dolce & Gabbana and The Wall Street Journal , her soundscapes have drawn the kind of crowds who move for both the music and the moment. We sat down with her to learn h

HONG KONG Hong Kong's art scene has remained underrated for far too long. A look into this compiled list of artists who have drawn from their own personal heritage or travels to Hong Kong will expose you to a whole new hidden world where art continues to interact with the way in which we contact ancestral pasts and document the transient present. 1) Staunton & Henry: Mid Century Modern Mixed Media 3D Wall Art Set (Set of A or B) Add depth and texture to your walls with this c

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