Entries by Helen Hayes

Review: Cirque du Soleil KOOZA!

What KOOZA by Cirque du Soleil Where The Grand Chapiteau, Entertainment Quarter, Sydney The story KOOZA goes back to the very roots of Cirque du Soleil, when its founders performed in street theatre back in their home city of Québec, with the traditions of clowning to the forefront. There are no red noses, but the […]

Bulgari exhibition to open in Melbourne

If you love sophisticated jewellery, make plans to go to Melbourne in October to the National Gallery of Victoria. The exhibition – Italian Jewels: Bulgari Style opens on 30 September 2016, bringing together Bulgari’s visionary creativity and the maison’s leading women in a spectacular display of film, photography and glittering jewels. The name Bulgari is synonymous […]

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, […]