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August 2022

HK Movie Quiz

In the lead-up to the HK International Film Festival, test your knowledge of homegrown movies and actors.

Our Lady of Joy Abbey

Reporting by Raphael Blet Photos by Sarin Ale Perched on the hills of Tai Shui Hang between Mui Wo and Discovery Bay, Our Lady of Joy Abbey – also known as the Trappist Haven Monastery – is an iconic part of Hong Kong’s Roman Catholic heritage. Best known as the first production house of local milk-maker Trappist Dairy, the abbey is home to Roman Catholic monks from the Cistercian Order of the Strict Observance. Dating… Read More »Our Lady of Joy Abbey

Lantau Trail Hike: Day Two

Hiking Sections 4, 5 and 6 of the Lantau Trail, Claire Severn battles medium-sized Mount Ains, the Tunnel of Doom and some seriously massive spiders. Photos By Andrew Spires Day two of our Lantau Trail hike. More than three months have passed since my buddy and I completed the first part of our challenge, and our leg muscles have just about forgotten the trauma of climbing Hong Kong’s second and third highest peaks in one… Read More »Lantau Trail Hike: Day Two

Activities Guide for Lantau Kids

Kids looking for something to do before schools start again… here is a round-up of activities on offer on Lantau and beyond to keep your little ones engaged, active and out of trouble!

The Running Man

Mui Wo resident Jo Lodder has somehow found time to run across Hong Kong, commit to three charities, and throw Lantau’s best Block Parties. What was your Covid project? Elizabeth Kerr Reports PHOTOS BY Beatrix Malan – www.tmstudiohk.com  Jo Lodder’s got stories. His grandfather left him with some inspiring words years ago: “If you’ve died without a story you’ve failed.” The 52-year-old real-estate developer and runner is the picture of a bon vivant on this… Read More »The Running Man