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BACK IN THE SADDLE

It’s been a minute since we’ve been up for attending a spin class, but the new XYZ studio might be just the thing to change that! After taking some time to revamp their facilities and class offerings, the brand is taking a different tack towards health and wellness, focusing on providing a “yin yang holistic fitness” experience that balances mind and body. Expect classes that go beyond the typical high-intensity, sweatdrenched spin class, with yoga, bootcamp, and dance classes now available. The new space spans a whopping 9,439 square feet, with three beautifully designed studios: Mycelium, Cocoon, and Cave. XYZ is also partnering with international instructors and therapists; the first such collaboration is Shift, a spin class combining music and positive affirmation cues for a more mindful and meaningful experience on the bike. 12/F, China Building, 29 Queen’s Road Central, 2865-0999, youarexyz.com

SUITE DREAMS

Fullerton Ocean Park is the five-star hotel brand’s first Hong Kong location and it looks unreal! The new property features 425 guest rooms, two penthouse suites with private pools, an infinity pool, five restaurants, 24-hour gym, luxury spa and a 6,400-square-foot indoor kids’ play zone. We’re excited to check out the hotel’s theme rooms, decorated according to motifs such as “Mermaid Princess” and “Pirate Paradise,” slated to open in the near future. Most importantly, Fullerton Ocean Park has received WELL-certification, making it a more sustainable staycaytion thanks to environmental initiatives like no single-use plastics, and an in-situ hotel farm.

3 Ocean Drive, Aberdeen, 2166-7388, fullertonhotels.com

ROOT OF LIFE

Did you know that around a quarter of Hong Kong is forest? We’re a city brimming with lush landscapes and country parks, but it’s not often we stop to contemplate and celebrate them. The latest art exhibition at Tai Kwun does just that. “Breathing With Trees” is a beautiful curation of works from local artists, examining the rising threats of climate change, deforestation and urban expansion, while offering innovative solutions for future generations to preserve our forests. From pencil drawings and photography to VR installations, there’s much to explore in this thought-provoking free exhibition. Be sure to check it out before summer ends.

10 Hollywood Rd., Central, taikwun.hk

GOING UP

Global temperatures

The world has experienced record-breaking heatwaves this summer. This is not a drill: climate change is here, people!

Entrepreneurial spirit

So many new gyms and restaurants are opening this month - gotta love

Hong Kong’s resilience and creativity!

“How To Build a Sex Room”

We are loving this new Netflix show but with Hong Kong’s tiny flats, the best we can hope for is a Sex Wardrobe.

Or possibly a Sex Aircon

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Masks

Three years in and the mask fatigue is real. Hot tip: go maskless by carrying a pair of dumbbells everywhere you go and tell people you’re exercising.