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Halcyon House Launches Its First-Ever Wellness Retreat with Amanda Bisk

Luxury, Movement, and Mindful Restoration by the Sea

Melissa Hoyer

Halcyon House – one of Australia’s most awarded boutique hotels – is set to host its inaugural Wellness Retreat from Thursday 31 July to Sunday 3 August 2025 — a curated four-day experience designed to nourish body, mind, and spirit in the hotel’s signature setting of laidback luxury by the sea.

Retro but oh-so relevant

I remember going to Insta-perfect HH a …

Cannes goes green: Nespresso’s ‘Pistachio’ summer collection dazzles the Croisette

Melissa Hoyer

As the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival approaches, Nespresso, official partner, unveils La Plage Nespresso, its brand experience centered around the launch of its limited-edition summer collection, and adds a touch of Pistachio taste and color to the Croisette.

Nice Nespresso ….

For 13 years, La Plage Nespresso has been a vibrant hot spot during the Cannes Film Festival. This year, it will feature a retro 90’s pastel ambiance, reflecting the …

Tasmania’s Port Arthur re-opens historical restaurant & bar, 1830

Nestled with in the Port Arthur Historic Site Visitor Centre, with sweeping views of the penitentiary, 1830 Restaurant & Bar has reopened with a new concept combined with, stunning surroundings, and a deep connection to history.

After a seasonal pause for winter, 1830 returns with an exciting new menu curated by our renowned Tasmanian chef John Churchill. Inspired by the land, sea and traditions that shaped the lives of the …