I had a friend in town who is both fitter than a butcher's dog and a history buff, so there was only one thing for it... a visit to the...

Use your loaf, an old English cockney rhyming slang for 'do the sensible thing'. Use your loaf > loaf of bread > head. Use your head. Why...

Although English is widely understood and is technically a second official language in Hong Kong, it's always fun and appreciated to...

I worked in Discovery Bay for 3 years, but it was only when I went there with the kids did I realise there was more to it than the plaza...

The quickest and easiest way to get to Macau

The what and where for the best water sports on Lantau Island. With spring very much in the air, it's time to get out on the water and...

Thank you for the great feedback after the first ARIA Property post which was so well received. We're looking forward to receiving even...

The South Lantau Water Catchment Maintenance Road (catchy name) is Hong Kong's longest stretch of motorist free road and offers lovely...

Why is camping so exciting? Because it's in tents.. geddit?! Also when it's at the foot of the second highest peak in Hong Kong. In...

There aren't many places you can find designer fittings in a beach front property for sale for just $2.7m in Hong Kong. The are are rich...

A fantastic afternoon out in Kowloon.

Lantau is the perfect destination for a mini-break away from the city. Let's explore how to maximise your time in just 48 hours... Make...

Lantau is often named the Green Lung of Hong Kong, and with good reason. Its hiking trails and stunning beaches attract people from all...

Chaotic shopping as standard at Japan Home Centre. This place really boils my piss. Why make the shopping experience so horrific. It’s...

THE ISLANDER was very pleased to be invited for an EXCLUSIVE peek at the newest and most exciting restaurant to be opening its doors on...

Some days I'd rather try to feed a cat a worming tablet than try and feed my kids. Some days I'd rather tuck an angry alligator into a...

There are few things more pleasurable than launching a kite into a stiff breeze and watching it shoot in the air. Only problem is finding...

Library usage is at an all-time low so I thought I'd set a poll to find out how many Islander readers still borrows books, and...

Having woken up after what I thought was the worst of recent typhoon Ma On, I set off on a short hike up Scenic Hill. Scenic Hill is...