Hello,

We are reminded this week to see the beauty in spaces and places we least expect. Oftentimes, we search far and wide for inspiration. But if only we look hard enough, we realise that inspiration is right in front of us.

In celebration of Father’s Day, we’ve curated lists for all types of dads. Whether you want to give him a stylish wardrobe update or take him to a unique culinary experience in and around the metro, these little acts of gratitude are our way to make our Dads feel special.

Here are also some other stories to remind us that inspiration can spark impact:

• Gay Lao Chen of Estée Lauder Companies Philippines shares the core steps of her beauty routine
• Asian female surfers fighting against sexism, body shaming, and imperialism within their sport
• Wander around Intramuros using Klook’s new day tour pass

Cheers,
Franz Sorilla IV
Assistant Digital Editor

Make things a bit easier by learning from skincare enthusiasts and specialists. Gone are the days of only dreaming of a flawless face. This time, the belle for Tatler’s Before Bed series is Gay Lao Chen, brand general manager of Estée Lauder Companies Philippines.

Discover Gay Lao Chen’s skincare secrets, hacks, nightmares, and tips.

From Hawaiians battling for their sovereignty to long-haired hippies safeguarding the planet, surfers have been politically active for centuries. Now, young surfers in Asia are fighting for a better future, and are leading the way with initiatives touching both the international surfing scene and local communities. 

Know how these surfers are using surfing to raise awareness for sustainability, gender equality, and more.

For more than three decades, Kare has represented individual furnishing ideas and sensuous collections, non-conformist and authentic, never boring, sometimes a little crazy but always bursting with imagination. It is the brand’s promise to pick up on decisive trends in the market and then make these both available and affordable.

Know more about Kare, the purveyor of home furnishing and accessories from Germany.

There is always a quaint spot in Intramuros where bone-weary travellers of Manila can find refuge. Besides its tall walls and peaceful parks, the place features tourist hotspots like Fort Santiago and museums like Museo de Intramuros, which are testaments to the radical westernisation of the Philippines.

Walk around famous sites such as Fort Santiago, Casa Manila, and more with this Intramuros day tour pass.