Qantas Frequent Flyer points were devalued on Tuesday. From now, most reward seats – especially in business and first class – require up to 20% more points. Key Takeaways Key background Australians are sitting on an estimated billions of frequent flyer points – yet many don’t understand how to use them effectively, says Mark Trim, […]
Despite some negative predictions, electric vehicle sales are still growing. The targets may have slipped due to a few unexpected global shocks, but the long-term trajectory is clear: most personal vehicle markets are heading inexorably towards electrification. However, one type of EV isn’t selling as well as expected – electric supercars. A particularly telling sign […]
Bearing the theme “Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us,” the winning images of the 2025 12th annual United Nations World Oceans Day Photo Competition are an ode to our ocean’s wonders and a call to not lose sight of them when determining their fate. The winning images of this photo contest were selected by an expert panel of judges from […]
Decadent degustations, golden hour cheeseboards, and five-star suites with ocean views – this former Schoolies haunt is suddenly all grown up. The last time I was in Terrigal was Schoolies Week, 1983. Back then it was Tooheys New and noisy nights at The Florida Hotel. Today, the Norfolk pines still line the beach – a […]
Happy Gilmore 2 is now streaming on Netflix. The sequel features both returning and new stars from the beloved 1996 golf comedy, along with more than two dozen celebrity cameos, including professional golfers, hip-hop legends, NFL players, WWE stars and more. Nearly three decades later, Adam Sandler reprises his role as Happy Gilmore, the short-tempered hockey […]
The Bentley Flying Spur might be the most fun car I’ve ever driven and I almost missed the chance. With a name and a reputation steeped in legacy, one that seems quaint and stuffy for its continued embrace of the past, the four-door five passenger ultra-luxury sedan seemed to me better suited for the chauffeured elite than […]
Caviar, the brand that makes bespoke editions of mainstream smartphones, has announced the iPhone No Time To Die Edition, which features the iconic Omega Seamaster Swiss watch on its back. The luxurious Seamaster 007 Edition timepiece is embedded directly into the Apple iPhone’s body without compromising its functionality. Caviar is making only seven units of this special […]
Exclusive: The mystery buyers behind Byron Bay’s cult micro-resort Sun Ranch have been revealed. Sydney-based couple James and Sophie Raper have quietly taken over the 55-acre Coopers Shoot property in a deal worth more than $15 million. Perched in the Coopers Shoot hinterland, Sun Ranch opened in September 2023 to critical acclaim, even earning a […]
How a low-cost airline and vacation operator’s ad became a viral TikTok anthem for travel mishaps and bloopers amid the busy summer 2025 travel season. If you’re a frequent TikTok scroller, chances are the Jet2holidays jingle is already stuck in your head—and Jess Glynne’s decade-old Hold My Hand is playing on repeat. But if TikTok isn’t your […]
From Capri to Saint-Tropez, Ibiza to Portofino, these fashion-fueled beach clubs are turning summer getaways into full-on brand experiences. Over the years, I have watched brand and hotel collaborations evolve from just a handful of partnerships to a global phenomenon. Today, brands and summer destinations are joining forces to elevate the guest experience, creating immersive […]