Hannah Taylor | Managing Editor

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#TravelWithVisa: Three Days in Shanghai with Visa Hong Kong

Did you know that you can pay with your credit card in China now? The Beat Asia team joined Visa Hong Kong for a cross-border payment experience in Shanghai. Read all about what to do, eat, where to stay, and how to travel in the city!

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The Beat Stays: Star Cruises’ Inaugural Hong Kong Voyage

Who could resist a relaxing two-night cruise to Kaohsiung, whereupon you dock in dreamy Southern Taiwan, returning to the city within three days?

Hong Kong’s Bar Leone Named Asia’s Best Bar 2025 Second Year in a Row

At the 2025 Ceremony of Asia’s 50 Best Bars, Bar Leone was crowned this year’s winner, earning the coveted Best Bar in Asia title for the second year in a row.

Shared Impact: FSI Exec. Director on Building a Sustainable Force for Good

Social impact intern turned Executive Director, Vivian Seo, leads with “radical candor” and an unwavering commitment to the Foundation for Shared Impact's core philosophy.

St. Patrick’s Day: A Conversation with Deputy Consul General Sadbh O’Reilly

To commemorate St. Patrick’s Day, The Beat Asia sat down with Sadbh O’Reilly, the Deputy Consul General of Ireland to Hong Kong and Macao.

Executive Impact: Pirata Group CEO Christian Talpo on Investing in People

In the inaugural edition of our Executive Impact interview series, we dive into the story of Christian Talpo, Co-Founder and CEO of Pirata Group.

Hong Kong as a Super-Connector: Accelerating Growth Between Asia and Canada

At the 11th Annual TransPacific Entrepreneurial Conference, esteemed panelists dove into important cross-region insights, expansion and investment opportunities between Canada and Hong Kong, and crucial leadership advice for entrepreneurs.

Hong Kong F&B Leaders Share Key 2025 Insights and Trend Predictions

The Beat Asia sat down with the city’s industry leaders as they shared highlights from the past year and what to expect in the year ahead.