MOTHER’S DAY

A date with mum

Gemma Shaw suggests five unique experiences for Mother’s Day

Floral Nail Art and Flower Arranging

Life isn’t perfect – but your nails can be. This Spring, Urban Chillez in Wong Chuk Hang has collaborated with HK Academy of Flower Arrangement for an afternoon of pampering and a nail art manicure while learning how to arrange flowers over some bubbles. Places are limited with the collaboration taking place on May 1, May 7 and May 18. The floral design and nail art manicure is priced at $1,480. The Mother’s Day package includes two floral arrangements and two nail art manicures for $2,760 or one floral arrangement and one nail art manicure plus one mini nail art manicure for $1,680. It’s worth noting that all products at Urban Chillez are cruelty-free and eco-friendly and the salon uses only biodegradable nail accessories. For some chic nail inspo follow the salon’s Instagram page @urbanchillez. urbanchillez.com

Mother’s Day Staycation

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a luxurious family staycation in the heart of Hong Kong’s magical Victoria Harbour. Four Seasons Hong Kong is offering a one-night stay in one of the newly renovated guest rooms, daily breakfast for two, a Mother’s Day three-course set dinner for two at The Lounge or in-room, a complimentary virtual workout class from XYZ, a bath ritual drawn in-room and a Fred perfume workshop for two. This offer runs until May 9 with package rates starting from $3,480. Stays on May 9 will also receive a complimentary portrait photoshoot taken in the lobby.

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TaiQi Yoga

Renowned for providing a truly holistic approach to wellness, the award-winning Mandarin Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Hong

Kong has welcomed TaiQi Yoga practitioner Ella Tham from PURE Yoga who will offer a series of TaiQi Yoga classes that focuses on body strengthening, improving flexibility and balance. Raised in Vienna, Austria, Tham was trained as a fashion stylist until an accident left her immobilised in a wheelchair for over a year. During her rehabilitation, Tham connected deeply with the philosophy of yoga and Tai Chi which led her to pursue the study of these mind-body intervention exercises and she founded the concept of TaiQi Yoga. The practice is a low impact exercise which aims to strengthen muscles, encourages body alignment, improves breath control, increases oxygen flow in the blood and offers a sense of peace and calm to the mind. A 60-minute TaiQi Yoga class with Ella is available at 10am and 4pm on Sundays and is priced at $1,000 per person, each session is applicable for two to four guests. mandarinoriental.com

Flower Jam at Duddell’s

Learn the techniques of flower bouquet wrapping over a glass of champagne on the

Duddell’s terrace ahead of Mother’s Day. The dining hotspot has partnered with Blossom Minds, a flower shop and NGO that offers employment opportunities for young adults with special educational needs, to create this unique flower jam event. Two sessions will be held from 4.30-5.30pm on May 1 and 2 with tickets priced at $888 for two, including two glasses of champagne. Tickets available from

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Women’s Health Assessment

Thrive Health is an integrative musculoskeletal clinic that delivers personalised services and treatments to enhance health and healing. The clinic based in Wong Chuk Hang offers a range of services including physiotherapy, Pilates, yoga, and sports massage from leading therapists. Their Woman’s Health Assessment is great for mums who have recently given birth. During the 45-60 minute session, senior physiotherapist Kate Smith will examine the abdominal wall for any separation or weakness, as well as examining the pelvic floor muscles to ensure they are functioning effectively. A gradual and detailed plan for a safe return to regular activities, such as sports, will be discussed. Sessions are priced at $1,350 and includes a full assessment, intervention and recovery plan. thrivehealthhk.com