Globally Acclaimed Health And Wellness Spa Chiva-Som Lives Up To Its Reputation For Excellence

Wandering the lush and tropical gardens and traditional Thai-style buildings with steeply sloping teak roofs soaring high into the blue-skies feels far away from all the chaos of the world outside. However, it is the food and personalised service that stands out during my five-night stay at the world-renowned luxury beachfront resort of Chiva-Som in…

ByRobyn Foyster12/02/20240Comments

Beauty & Fashion Make-Up

Flight Attendant Makeup Tips And Beauty Tricks

How do flight attendants look their best even at 30,000 feet in the air? I don’t know about you, but I always go sans-makeup when it comes to boarding long-haul flights. However, I’ve always admired the flight staff that have to look their best on the job, no matter what time of the day it is. I…

ByIantha Yu29/01/20240Comments

World

Tiny Away Is The Perfect Local Getaway

Founded in 2018, the Tiny Away network includes a range of comfy eco-friendly ‘tiny houses’ for travellers seeking alternative and unique accommodation experiences. Having already grown to over 75 private locations across New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia & Queensland, Tiny Away offers adventurous road-trippers and weekenders the chance to immerse themselves in Australia’s vast…

ByAlice Duthie15/12/20230Comments

Luxury Travel & Leisure

Overcoming Pre-Diabetes By Improving My Health Regime At RAKxa Integrative Wellness

The call came out of the blue from my girlfriend. “Fancy joining me for five days at a new health retreat in Bangkok?” she ventured. This was no ordinary health spa. Opening in 2020 during Covid, RAKxa Integrative Wellness is a world class holistic centre offering a new approach to wellness that personalises your health…

ByRobyn Foyster03/12/20230Comments

Luxury Travel & Leisure

The Day I Said, “Marry Me” At The InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa

It’s my fourth time in Fiji, and I’m about to have the most memorable weekend of my life. I’m going to propose. When your young and in love, you dream of an idealised moment of perfection that’s both fleeting and eternal. You only get engaged once – most the time. It’s a flash that defines…

ByDr James Townsend11/11/20230Comments

Destinations Travel & Leisure

Luxury Hotel Bathtubs in Asia with Truly Spectacular Designs

There is nothing more satisfying than soaking in a luxury hotel bathtub. Here, we have selected our favourite baths in Asia's most stunning hotels. From fabulous views to spacious designs, these hotels know how to impress when it comes to making their bathtubs stand out and making you want to prolong your bath-time ritual. A…

ByRobyn Foyster04/11/20230Comments

Destinations Travel & Leisure

Oriana Retro Hotel & Resort Rises Again

From an overtaxed and under-loved 1960s hotel to a sophisticated luxury escape, the Oriana Retro Hotel and Resort seems to have hit the mark for visitors to the Orange region. Described as “creatively and lovingly renovated” with a “Palm Springs vibe”, the Oriana has gained a reputation as “something out of the box” for regional…

ByAngela Silberberg04/11/20230Comments

Destinations Luxury Travel & Leisure

Guide To A Luxury Stop Over Experience in Bangkok

Stop overs can be a bit half arsed. They are half way between where you want to go and where you have been. Then there is Bangkok. With my family living in the UK and myself in Sydney it’s the ultimate meeting place, which when you have somewhere glam to stay makes it a destination.…

ByKaren Lawson03/11/20230Comments

Destinations Travel & Leisure

Best Accommodation in Brunswick Heads: Premium Cabins at Reflections Holiday Parks Massey Greene

Massey Greene has six new Premium cabins located on the far NSW North Coast and Anne Foyster stayed at the waterside retreat in Brunswick Heads, a popular destination to relax in the Byron Shire. Brunswick Heads is often the forgotten sister of Byron Bay but there is no doubt there is plenty on offer…

ByThe Carousel31/10/20230Comments

Destinations Travel & Leisure

Exploring Orange, NSW: Top 5 Must-Do Activities

Nestled in the heart of New South Wales, Orange is a cosy Australian town, enchanting travellers with picturesque vineyards, delicious wines, and stunning countryside views. Whether you're a wine connoisseur looking to sample the region, or just wanting a weekend escape from the city, there’s something for everyone. If you want the best regional respite…

ByAngela Silberberg25/09/20230Comments