Journal

The Journal

Practical guides from our Mong Kok spa — choosing a treatment, getting the most from your massage, and unwinding in Hong Kong.

A slow half-day in Mong Kok, ending with a massage

Mong Kok is famous for crowds and neon. Take it at an easier pace and it is one of the most rewarding neighbourhoods in Hong Kong.

Mong Kok comes alive after dark. Here is how to end the night with a massage — and still get a good night's sleep.

A long-haul flight leaves you stiff, puffy and wide awake at the wrong time. Here is how to use your first evening in Hong Kong well.

Foot reflexology, Chinese acupressure, Thai, hot stone, ear cleaning — what each one is, what it costs and how to book like a local.

How this ancient Chinese medicine practice works at the root level to heal your body and restore balance

How modern magnetic technology fused with ancient meridian wisdom delivers deeper, more lasting results

A gentle yet powerful therapy that restores lightness and health to your body

How heated basalt stones can melt away tension and transform your well-being

Two vastly different experiences – discover the benefits, techniques, and how to pick the perfect treatment

How natural jade gua sha massage instantly lifts contours, banishes puffiness, and restores your skin's radiance

How pure plant essences combined with expert touch can heal your body and mind