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Holiday at home

In response to the coronavirus outbreak, many governments have implemented travel restrictions, which means any idea of an overseas vacation is out of the question at the moment. Luckily, it is not difficult to find joy travelling within Hong Kong. The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has recently launched the Holiday at Home campaign to encourage Hongkongers to be a tourist in

their own city and to view Hong Kong with a new perspective. The campaign has received great support from the tourism, retail and dining industries, which are working together to boost local consumption. “By encouraging local tourism, we hope to rebuild the city’s vibrant atmosphere and give the world a positive impression so that visitors will feel confident about coming to Hong Kong again,” says HKTB Chairman Dr YK Pang.

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Beaches are back

More good news just in time for the sweltering summer months. Beaches, parks and libraries have reopened. A handful of our most beloved swimming spots, including Big Wave Bay, Silverstrand Beach and Trio Beach have opened, along with Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park and Kowloon Park. Time to dust off that picnic basket.

New World Development’s ‘Mask To Go’ dispensers start service

Since the outbreak of the coronavirus, New World Development (NWD) has launched a series of relief measures. Building its own mask production lines in Hong Kong with an aim to produce 7 million masks per month for distribution, its much-anticipated “Mask To Go” dispensers began service in May. This creative initiative enables 40,000 pre-registered beneficiaries to collect a free pack of five medical masks over ten consecutive weeks. The masks are available at 37 designated centres run by NGOs across all 18 of Hong Kong’s districts, easing citywide anxiety about the shortage of masks. nwd.com.hk

Plastic with purpose

Hong Kong-based company Rupert & Bird has introduced a new line of ecofriendly towels. Each towel is created from recycled plastic bottles, equaling to an overwhelming 22 bottles per towel. This fresh line breathes new air to six eyecatching designs with its first collection devoted to Hong Kong. rupertandbird.com

BABY NEWS Bedding supplies to give your newborn the best night’s sleep

Sleep needs for babies change with their age. Newborns need around 16 hours per day, but their sleep is in short segments. Generally, newborns sleep up to nine hours in the day and about eight hours at night, although they may not sleep more than one to two hours at a time. To maximise the quality of sleep that your baby has, the type of bedding you choose is very important. Here are three products from NotTooBig to help your baby get the best night’s sleep.

4moms mamaRoo Sleep Bassinet

Soothe and comfort your baby in this sleep bassinet with its natural bounce and sway motions that move just like parents do.

Love to Dream Swaddle Up

This wearable sleepsuit is designed to calm your baby’s natural startle reflex and allow them to have a safe and deep sleep.

HugsieBABY Anti-Dust Mite Pillow for Baby

Made with chemical-free anti-mite fabric, this washable cooling touch pillowcase will soothe your baby to sleep with its comfortable shape.

NotTooBig Mega Baby Expo

Date: Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2020 (Thu-Sun)

Time: Oct 29 - Oct 31, 2020 Nov 1, 2020

12noon-8pm 11am-6pm Venue: Star Hall / Rotunda 2, 3/F, Kowloon Bay International Trade and Exhibition Centre

Fee: $10 / person