Review – Radisson Blu Plaza Sydney
Radisson Blu Sydney’s new swish style
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Entries by Helen Hayes
Review – Le Chabichou, Courchevel, France
Le Chabichou, France Where: Le Chabichou is perched up high in the village of Courchevel, France, and is a beacon for all who love the snow, tradition, friendly service and style – all with a touch of the eccentric. Back story: In 1963, a young couple by the name of Michel and Maryse Rochedy […]
Swissôtel Sydney
The Swissôtel Sydney has stamped itself onto the Sydney scene as one of the most innovative and stylish city properties, having completed a stunning redesign by leading Australian design firm CHADA. With sophisticated new Signature Rooms and Suites and a refurbishment of all other rooms, as well as a striking new look in the lobby, the […]
Qatar Airways soars into Sydney
Qatar Airways celebrated the arrival of its first flight from Doha to Sydney on 2 March, making this the airline’s third gateway into Australia. A delegation of VIPs from Qatar, including Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, were met from the aircraft by Sydney Airport Managing Director and Chief Executive […]
Pack smart with Zoomlite
Zoomlite’s luggage range suits all Zoomlite’s range of luggage and travel accessories is well worth a look, with The Finer Things guilty of purchasing a few items – and we are very pleased with our purchases. Check out the Packing Cubes – they are excellent with a selection of different sized cubes that allow you to sort […]
Alfa Romeo reveals the new Giulietta in Europe
The new Giulietta launched in style Alfa Romeo presented the New Giulietta at five simultaneous events in Turin, Arese (Milan), Paris, Madrid and Frankfurt. An event with music, DJ-sets and over 10,000 people attending—was held on 24 February, after the reveal event held at the various offices. The Arese event was held at the revamped […]
Westin Wellness With Rachael Finch
Rachael Finch is Well Being Brand Advocate for Westin Hotels & Resorts Westin Hotels & Resorts has announced Rachael Finch, certified health coach, television presenter and model, as the brand’s Well-Being Brand Advocate. In her new role, Rachael will curate and host a Westin Wellness Escape for guests at The Westin Melbourne in April 2016, […]
Sue Wallace claims another Award
Sue Wallace, one half of The Finer Things team, claimed a major travel writing award on Saturday night when she won the Media Award for best cruise story at the Australian Cruise Industry Awards. The Awards – the night of nights for the Australian cruise industry and hosted by the Cruise Lines Industry Association – […]
Anzac Day on the Kokoda Track
Lest we forget, on the Kokoda Track Trekkers looking for a unique way to mark Anzac Day this year can take part in a Dawn Service at Bomana Cemetery on the Kokoda Track, the resting place of more than 3000 Australian soldiers. Australians have a love affair with the Kokoda Trail with more than 5000 […]