‘Didn’t need convincing’: Billionaire Katie Page backs designer resale pioneers

Harvey Norman chief and billionaire Katie Page says she didn’t need much convincing when Brooke Marks and Lauren Kennedy came a’knocking, seeking investment for their Facebook-group-turned-app. Years before the concept of a circular economy hit the mainstream, Brooke Marks founded a secret Facebook group called High End, with a view to re-sell designer, high-end items. […]

14 of the best wine & spirit gift ideas this Christmas

Holidays are right around the corner, and with it comes a raft of events. Whether for menu planning, gifting, or drinking yourself, finding the right bottle of booze can play an important part in bringing Christmas cheer to your silly season. Bird in Hand ‘Italian Series’ Nero d’Avola 2022: $40 This medium-bodied red is part […]

Jimmy Choo and The Langham: Two luxury brands gear up for the future

Luxury shoemaker Jimmy Choo made his name in London, as the late Princess Diana’s shoe designer of choice. He headed to The Langham’s Gold Coast resort for a high tea event. While the synergies might be obvious, Forbes Australia digs a little deeper to find out what’s in store for both brands as they look […]

Forbes Finds: A hidden culinary gem in the heart of Paris

The family who brought you the Eiffel Tower, still run Paris’ greatest hidden culinary gem. Café L’Homme, nestled in the heart of the enchanting city of Paris, is a culinary gem that seamlessly marries exquisite cuisine with an ambience steeped in history and elegance. The founders, Coco Coupérie-Eiffel and Christophe Bonnat, have crafted a dining […]

Australia’s best Airbnb’s have been revealed

The winners of Airbnb’s 2023 Host Awards have been announced. Warning – looking through the list of finalists could cause the uncontrollable urge to start planning your next weekend away. Airbnb’s host awards were designed to celebrate the hard work of hosts in Australia and New Zealand who go the extra mile, and spotlight some […]

Why Marriott, Hyatt and other hotel giants are going all in on all-inclusive resorts 

The world’s largest hospitality brands are embracing inclusive pricing—along with luxurious perks like butler service, foreign language classes or a yacht.  Like flared jeans and flip phones, travel fads often boomerang, but never in exactly the same way as before. All-inclusive resorts are currently enjoying an enormous surge in popularity–minus the mediocre buffets, bottom-shelf piña […]