Single Ladies’ Guide To A Solo Christmas

Riding solo for the holidays? Tune into that main character energy and have yourself a merry little Christmas all by your lovely self.

The festive season can feel like a holiday rom-com montage for everyone except the single folk — but who needs a love interest when you’re the star of own cinematic universe? Whether you’re single by choice, chance or because your Tinder matches ghost faster than reindeers can pull Santa’s sleigh, we’re here to help you celebrate the holidays with confidence! Keep reading to discover how to spend a solitary Christmas in a way that’s just as magical as with a partner, from self-care rituals that’ll have you glowing brighter than a string of fairy lights to self-made traditions that you can maintain for years to come.

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Netflix & Chill With Yourself

We’d probably kick a first date to the curb if they suggested this activity (hello, f-boy alert), but a solo movie night sounds like pure bliss. If that’s sounding too much like your typical Friday night, though, you can always jazz up the evening with some extra festivity by switching on a holiday film, grabbing some Christmas-themed snacks and pouring yourself a little bubbly for the occasion!

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Try Something New

It can be easy to settle into a routine in Hong Kong, hitting up the same-old spots within a five-kilometre radius (expats who never leave the Blue Line, we’re looking at you) or purchasing the same things again and again. There’s nothing wrong with knowing what you like, but the holidays are the perfect opportunity to try out a new launch, explore a new neighbourhood or check something off your bucket list!

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Hit Up A Christmas Buffet

We get it, dining out alone is not everyone’s cup of tea, especially during the holidays. But if sitting alone in a restaurant sounds depressing to you, we highly recommend trying out a buffet-style meal — not only are there more timing options (the best part of eating alone is you can go according to your own schedule!) but buffets are also a more casual and more mobile dining experience, so there’s less emphasis on who you’re sitting with.

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Enjoy Seasonal Activities

Sick of lounging about at home but don’t know what to do instead? The good news is, Hong Kong is a city brimming with festive events, from Christmas pop-ups and markets to stunning holiday displays. Why not get yourself in the Xmas spirit by heading to one of the many seasonal happenings (and maybe even buy yourself a little treat)?

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Treat Yourself To A Spa Day

From dryness and patchiness to typical congestion and breakouts, our skin always requires a little extra lovin’ during Hong Kong winters. And while we love an at-home spa day, nothing can truly compare to the real thing — and there’s no better Christmas gift to yourself than heading to one of Hong Kong’s many spas, from indulging in a facial an aesthetician’s private clinic or getting a massage at a five-star hotel.

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Get Arts & Crafty

How many times have you saved some kind of creative craft or class on Instagram, only to never return to the idea? Here’s your sign to pull up that bookmarked page, book in and get busy making some holiday gifts from scratch! Whether that means getting your hands dirty at a pottery studio, going art jamming or making your own candles, there’s bound to be something out there for you.

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