A Stay at the Thompson Shanghai Expo — the City’s Newest Lifestyle-focused Hotel

By Adele Chan There is a distinct pulse that hums along the banks of the Huangpu River. It’s a rhythmic dialogue between Shanghai’s industrial past and its hyper-modern future — a dynamic tension that has long captivated wanderers, creatives, and urban explorers. Enter the Thompson Shanghai Expo; officially opened on October 30, 2025, the property […]
A Guide to the historic and cultural city of Guilin in China — what to see, pack and book on Trip.com

By Adele Chan In two days time, I’ll be heading to Guilin. And as I begin to write this guide, I’m also preparing a packing list to counter the summer weather that the weather app tells me, “it currently feels like 39°C”. The end of May and beginning of June is also rainy season, but […]
On the Wings of Hermès shows in Singapore from 19-28 July 2024

“On the Wings of Hermès” is a poetic and cinematic performance that was created for the house by the Belgian duo of director Jaco Van Dormael, and choreographer Michèle Anne De Mey. Together with the Astragales dance company, “On the Wings of Hermès” is a magical performance blending dance, object theatre, music, and cinema. After […]
