Shanti Parmanand

Many of us Hongkongers love a good bike ride, but sometimes it's easy to get a little bored of seeing the same foliage as you're pedalling away along the same routes. Luckily, we've got just the thing to ramp up your weekend cycling because Hong Kong boasts some incredibly scenic landscapes that provide more than enough great Instagram opportunities, so you can make all your friends jealous while you get some fresh air. Whether you want to cherish unforgettable memories or make your feed pop – along these cycling routes, you'll find some of the best backdrops for maximum love on the 'gram.  RECOMMENDED: Prefer hiking instead? Get the entire family together and explore these easy-breezy hikes in the city. 

With temporary closures of spas and beauty salons and the looming lockdown, most of us will be spending more time at home and going for the DIY route when it comes to beauty and pampering. While some find resolution in an easy sheet mask or ready-made face pack, there are other more creative, sustainable, and eco-friendly ways to give your face the TLC it deserves, and it’s as easy as opening up your kitchen cupboard. So here it is, nine face mask recipes that will need only two to three ingredients to make and suit many different skin types. Get ready for that at-home glow.   RECOMMENDED: In need of another DIY activity? Look at these cheap and easy ways to spice up your instant noodles.