Use Your Loaf!
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...
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THINGS TO EAT, DO AND SEE ON LANTAU ISLAND
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Sep 102 min read
16 Essential Key Words & Phrases To Use in Hong Kong
Although English is widely understood and is technically a second official language in Hong Kong, it's always fun and appreciated to...
Oct 20, 20232 min read
Secret Beach in Discovery Bay
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...
Apr 17, 20232 min read
How to get from Hong Kong to Macau by bus
The quickest and easiest way to get to Macau
Feb 20, 20233 min read
Make a splash
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...
Feb 8, 20233 min read
Avoid These South Lantau Rental Traps
Thank you for the great feedback after the first ARIA Property post which was so well received. We're looking forward to receiving even...
Feb 2, 20232 min read
Take a Ride on The longest Car Free Road in Hong Kong (Video)
The South Lantau Water Catchment Maintenance Road (catchy name) is Hong Kong's longest stretch of motorist free road and offers lovely...
Jan 8, 20233 min read
FREE camping!
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...
Jan 5, 20233 min read
How To Find Property for 70% less In Hong Kong, and Enjoy A Nice Walk
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...
Dec 29, 20223 min read
Find Inner Peace Just 1400 years and 40 Minutes away (on the MTR)
A fantastic afternoon out in Kowloon.
Dec 15, 20227 min read
You've got 48 Hours on Lantau. Max it out!
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...
Nov 30, 20229 min read
Top 10 Things To Do On Lantau Island
Lantau is often named the Green Lung of Hong Kong, and with good reason. Its hiking trails and stunning beaches attract people from all...
Nov 30, 20221 min read
FUKJHC
Chaotic shopping as standard at Japan Home Centre. This place really boils my piss. Why make the shopping experience so horrific. It’s...
Nov 30, 20221 min read
NEW RESTAURANT ON THE BLOCK
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...
Nov 30, 20224 min read
Raising Kids is HARD
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...
Nov 30, 20222 min read
Let's Go Fly A Kite
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...
Nov 30, 20223 min read
Books! (And air conditioning)
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...
Nov 30, 20221 min read
Scenic Hill After a Typhoon 8
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...
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