Ranked: Most powerful passports for 2025

Twelve months ago, passports from six nations tied for the top honour. According to 2025 Henley and Partners rankings, one passport now trumps the rest. The 6 million citizens of this island city-state have the globe’s most powerful passport in their hands, and the world at their feet. Singaporeans can travel visa-free to 195 countries, […]

Australian public holidays 2025: Your state-by-state guide

Australians love a long weekend — and with some clever annual leave planning, 2025 offers plenty of opportunities to stretch your time off into extended breaks. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of the public holidays across each state and territory. From Australia Day to Christmas Eve, the 2025 calendar is […]

14 luxury Christmas gift ideas for her

If you’re looking for last-minute Christmas gift ideas, don’t panic. From timeless classics by global icons like Chanel and Cartier to beloved Australian brands including Aesop, Emma Lewisham, and R.M.Williams, this curated list offers 14 opulent ideas for the women in your life. 1. Aesop Screen 3 Body Care Trio: $110 This thoughtfully curated set […]

20 of the best restaurants open on Christmas Day this year

If you feel like skipping the stress of cooking and cleaning this Christmas Day, we’ve got you covered with a list of some of the best restaurants serving up lunch around the country. What restaurants are open in Sydney? QuaySet against the backdrop of Sydney Harbour, Quay is offering a five-course menu crafted by acclaimed […]

Forbes Travel Guide’s top 12 destinations for 2025

From Asheville to Amsterdam, these hot spots should be on next year’s travel itinerary. While 2025’s calendar will be full of big events and noteworthy openings in alpha cities, Forbes Travel Guide is seeing travelers gravitate to more remote locales and a continued focus on wellness getaways. These trends reflect a growing desire for unique, […]