Rosewood Hong Kong Invites Guests to Embark On Cultural Discovery Journeys with “Summer by Design”
New and immersive activities allow guests to rediscover a love for travel and exploration
June 17, 2021
As an antidote to a year less travelled, Rosewood Hong Kong launches a series of Summer by Design experiences, from now to 6 September, as part of a collection of purpose-led journeys designed by Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® to encourage exploration, discovery and connection amongst affluential explorers across the globe. The programme is conceived according to three distinct travel typologies – The Timeless Traveller, rooted in the destination’s most iconic and historically significant experiences; Family Wanderlust, promoting hands-on, educational activities that foster cultural appreciation among multigenerational groups; and Curiosity Over Convention, showcasing unexpected interpretations of art, cuisine, wellness and sustainability to inspire internal growth. These journeys offer transformative and sustainable programming that not only expands guests’ world views, but also elevates local communities.
The Summer by Design experiences are ideal for guests on both weekend getaways or longer term stays. Each journey consists of both on and off-property activities, offering guests flexibility while ensuring access to quintessential elements of Hong Kong. Highlights of the Summer by Design journeys include:
Curiosity Over Convention
- Eco Hotel Ambassador – Rosewood’s in-house butler team takes children on a discovery journey behind the scenes at the hotel to help with the soap upcycling process firsthand and learn about energy-saving initiatives and waste reduction at Rosewood Hong Kong. Available to hotel guests with a half-day Rosewood Camp pass at HKD800. For bookings, email hongkong.rosewoodcamp@rosewoodhotels.com
- Be Good To Animals With LAP – Kids get to see how Lifelong Animal Protection Charity (LAP) helps animals in Hong Kong and gives them a good home. This story-telling seminar and meet-up with visiting dog “ambassadors” educates kids about how homeless dogs are rescued by LAP. Available to hotel guests with a half-day Rosewood Camp pass at HKD800. For bookings, email hongkong.rosewoodcamp@rosewoodhotels.com
- The Art of Sustainability with Designer Johanna Ho – Rosewood Hong Kong has collaborated with the Founder of local sustainable, creative platform PHVLO and fashion designer Johanna Ho as a PlaceMaker, as part of Rosewood’s new community of diverse individuals who are advancing the ideals of culture and kinship around the world, to contribute inspired programming unique to their area of expertise. The PHVLO ready-to-wear collection fuses both tradition and the future of fashion by harnessing the local craft and creative community. Johanna and her students from Hong Kong Design Institute upcycle Rosewood Hong Kong’s out-of-service fabrics into fashion pieces. The virtual fashion fitting experience is presented through a patented real-time virtual 3D cloth physics technology with local tech expert Quantum Matrix. The workshop culminates with a guided life drawing by NuDD with models wearing the upcycled custom-design pieces. Available 26 June, 27 June, 3 July or 4 July, at HKD1,800 per person. Book online at https://www.rosewoodhkshop.com/collections/experiences/products/the-art-of-sustainability-with- designer-johanna-ho?variant=40070292308124
The Timeless Traveller
- Fish Dumpling Making with The Legacy House’s Chef Li – Guests learn how to make fish dumpling dim sum designed and crafted by Rosewood Hong Kong’s Chinese Executive Chef Li Chi-wai. This dim sum is an elevated version of the Chinese minced fish soup of the Shunde region and one of The Legacy House’s signature dishes. The one-hour session is included in the half-day morning pass at HKD 800, the class is available to hotel guests on 13, 20, 27 July, 3, 10 or 17 August. For bookings, email hongkong.rosewoodcamp@rosewoodhotels.com
- Modern Feng Shui Masterclass – Participants discover the art of feng shui with Hong Kong’s popular master, Thierry Chow. As seen on TV and in media interviews, Thierry provides easy tools to achieve a good vibe and harmonious energy flow at home or work. Available on 7 or 14 August at HKD1,280 per person. Book online at https://www.rosewoodhkshop.com/products/modern- feng-shui-masterclass?variant=40070091899036.
- Neon Sign Making Workshop – This is a family neon art-inspired workshop to personalise a colourful sign with a local twist, using modernised LED lights. Honouring local culture, guests also learn about the history and development of Hong Kong’s ubiquitous neon signs. The two- hour session for a family of four at HKD1,500 is available to hotel guests on 25 July, 8 August or 22 August. For bookings, email hongkong.rosewoodcamp@rosewoodhotels.com
- Chinese Music Exploration with HKGDE – Children learn about the culture of Dunhuang, a major stop on the old Silk Road, and ancient Chinese music instruments, courtesy of professional musicians from HKGDE (Hong Kong Gaudeamus Dunhuang) Ensemble. Kids discover the roles of old Chinese musical instruments and gain appreciation for this time-honoured musical art. For private bookings, email hongkong.concierge@rosewoodhotels.com
Family Wanderlust
Between 10 July and 22 August, Rosewood Camp for kids presents children and families a series of educational, entertaining, immersive and hands-on experiences designed to explore local culture, nurture eco-awareness, inspire curiosity and creativity. The newly renovated Rosewood Explorers Club’s playrooms are also re-opened for our little guests to enjoy with their parents for HKD250 for a 45-minute session. For more information and for bookings, email hongkong.rosewoodcamp@rosewoodhotels.com
- Family Snooker Class with Marco Fu – A special beginner session explores the world of snooker with award-winning Hong Kong professional player Marco Fu. This introductory workshop helps nurture the mental growth of children while the whole family has fun learning a fun game and new sport. The two-hour session is available to hotel guest families of four for HKD2,400 on 16 July, 30 July, or 13 August. For bookings, email hongkong.rosewoodcamp@rosewoodhotels.com
- Sustainable Kids Culinary Workshop - This hands-on, family-friendly Kids Culinary Workshop shows little ones how to incorporate sustainability and healthy diet in fun home cooking. Chef Peggy Chan guides children to explore how food is grown, teaches the difference between whole foods and processed foods and reveals how cooking has changed over time. Kids also learn to cook two vegetarian dishes using sustainable ingredients and local produce. For private bookings, email hongkong.concierge@rosewoodhotels.com
- Family Green Tea Whisking Class with Matchali – This delicious family workshop offers a kid-friendly, creative matcha drinks whisking and blending experience, with carefully sourced matcha powder from Japan and other natural ingredients. The two-hour session is available for hotel guest families of four for HKD1,250 on 23 July, 6 August or 20 August. For bookings, email hongkong.rosewoodcamp@rosewoodhotels.com
