2017-06-22 18:17
A newly refurbished business class lounge has opened in Hong Kong airport for Cathay Pacific passengers, that takes luxury to the next level. This airport lounge is about to become a cult de… Read More
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Renae’s World is about creating conversation and an environment for sharing the things that matter. Renae Leith-Manos is owner of Renae's World & she knows how time poor women are, and how much they value the right information whether for a holiday, an outfit or a relationship. From the trivial, to the critical, no topic is off limits.
2017-06-20 19:19
How To Cut Your Sugar By Half Today Quitting or reducing your sugar intake can be a tough thing to do, but the benefits are multi-faceted from weight loss to anti-aging and prevention… Read More
2017-06-18 22:47
The CEO of the company that manufacturers the phones let a few secrets slip about the new Apple iPhone 8. We all love our Apple iPhones, especially when travelling and they’re about to… Read More
2017-06-17 19:17
South America is a spectacular continent and place to visit. South America is not a destination I would regularly gravitate to, but when Qantas announced direct flights to Santiago, and I ha… Read More
2017-06-16 03:44
If you can’t travel, the next best thing is using global beauty products. They look gorgeous, smell heavenly and are often ahead of the trend. This winter, I am loving long, hot baths… Read More
2017-06-09 19:09
The Secret Celebrity Summer Hangouts In Europe From Kate Moss to Beyoncé, Leonardo and even Richard Gere, these are the secret and not so secret places you can see celebrities this Eu… Read More
2017-06-06 03:37
The biggest beauty trend sweeping the world is made-to-order bespoke beauty. Bespoke Beauty is slowly taking the beauty world by storm. For years we have been going to restaurants and pickin… Read More
2017-06-02 19:26
There are so many great restaurants in Santiago, but finding the best is not easy. Santiago has far better food than I thought. These people are as passionate about their food as they are ab… Read More
2017-05-26 19:09
A long haul flight can take a toll on your skin, so put these beauty products in your carry-on. The low humidity, recycled air and confined environment can leave you with dry, flaky and… Read More
2017-05-23 20:00
Everything about the Peninsula Hotel’s flagship property is spectacular. It’s usually wine that gets better with age, but The Peninsula Hong Kong is in the same category, and is… Read More
2017-05-19 17:53
Looking five years younger in minutes sounds to good to be true, but it isn’t. I did it. This laser facial treatment makes you look instantly younger in 20 minutes and doesn’t hu… Read More
2017-05-12 17:49
In Buenos Aires, stay in The Faena to feel like a rock star. And you never know who you’ll see by the pool. Seen the movie Focus? That’s the one with beautiful Aussie Margo… Read More
2017-05-10 17:53
We all have bad hair days, but Toni & Guy has come up with the ultimate solution to stop it instantly. I’m not great with my own hair I am especially bad at trying to save a bad ha… Read More
2017-05-06 22:53
Brad Pitt & Emmanuel Macron are two men playing the media game and winning. Brad Pitt’s publicist deserves a big bonus. In one interview with GQ Style, Brad is more attractive to w… Read More
2017-05-03 19:20
How to avoid the make-up mistakes that make you look older Wearing too much make-up: This is the easiest way to age your face instantly, as the older our skin gets, the less make-up we actua… Read More
2017-05-01 18:47
A newly formulated caviar skincare range sold in supermarket sis being compared to one of the most luxe brands in the world, La Prairie. Lacura, a German made skincare range being sold at Al… Read More
2017-04-30 22:54
After reading one journalist’s story of heartbreak, women are asking how to prevent heart break when dating online. I applaud SMH writer Stephanie Wood who has written a gut wrenching… Read More
2017-04-28 18:19
Sounds like a contradiction in terms I know, but you can do Macchu Pichu in absolute luxury, as I just did. Imagine being in a luxurious train carriage heading through the lush, spectacular… Read More
2017-04-28 18:19
Sounds like a contradiction in terms I know, but you can do Machu Picchu in absolute luxury, as I just did. Imagine being in a luxurious train carriage heading through the lush, spectacular… Read More
2017-04-24 10:28
If you are in Sydney for ANZAC day, brace yourself for punting, booze and a lot of loose behaviour – truth. ANZAC day is a cultural ritual firmly written in the fabric of what it is to… Read More
2017-04-20 06:23
How can anyone not love the food at Maido, one of Peru’s leading restaurants? There are many who say Mitsaharu Tsumura is the best chef in the world, and after eating lunch at Maido in… Read More
2017-04-16 02:33
The Singular Hotel in Patagonia is absolute luxury and serenity at every turn. This property is left-field and surprising in every way. It’s luxury, it’s serenity, it’s cal… Read More
2017-04-08 19:25
This stunning Spanish style hotel in Cusco, The This stunning Spanish style hotel in Cusco, The Belmond Palacio Nazarenas is absolute Spanish luxury. is absolute Spanish luxury. The Spanish… Read More
2017-04-06 01:42
This Autumn, to look amazing, focus on bold colours, strong lips and glossy skin. This is the season to experiment with colour, and products, and new techniques to get your Autumn glow happe… Read More
2017-04-01 19:25
Central Restaurante. This extraordinary restaurant in Peru is more entertaining than a night out at the theatre. No wonder Central chef and founder Virgilio Martinez is considered a rock sta… Read More
2017-03-29 18:38
When in Paris recently, I met 34 year old french handbag designer Isadora Limare who has created hew own range of stunning leather handbags amongst the world of French fashion. We sat down f… Read More
2017-03-19 18:11
The Belmond Monasterio is an extraordinary Peruvian hotel. God lives here, well he must some of the time, as the mysterious but powerful energy of spiritual beings is present from the… Read More
2017-03-15 12:00
This boutique hotel in Santiago is sensational. With direct flights from Sydney most days of the week that only take around 12 hours, a lot more Aussies are going to be heading to South Amer… Read More
2017-03-11 18:23
A fabulous French woman is importing the luxury handbags for a lot less. From Givenchy to Céline, Isabel Marant, Prada, Balenciaga, Gucci, Valentino and more, France Colign… Read More
2017-03-10 18:32
Santiago in Chile South America is a city full of surprises, and 99 Restaurante is one of Santiago’s best, but is also world class. The single most important ingredient in a restaurant… Read More
2017-03-09 12:25
I went on a Chinese detox and lasted 9 years with no food – a real achievement for me. I started a Chinese detox after being sent to Dr Shu Quan Liu in Bondi Junction, repute… Read More
2017-03-03 00:18
The Bespoke Skincare Revolution you need to know about now – skincare personally blended for you. This new skincare range, Universkin, has been 12 years in the making, and it is set to… Read More
2017-02-26 09:28
I haven’t done any exercise, been to the toilet, flossed my teeth or eaten anything for one week. Truth. Less than 2 weeks ago I embarked on a 2 week Chinese detox which involves no fo… Read More
2017-02-24 17:31
Yes, it’s a new type of therapy. You look at food, yes, every single thing you are eating, and boom, there are your issues. Sounds odd I know, but a session with Perth based psychologi… Read More
2017-02-24 17:25
These are three of the most luxurious spas in Paris. Whether you are a spa addict like me or an infrequent user, visiting any of these incredible spas in Paris is more of an adventure than a… Read More
2017-02-21 19:04
Champagne vending machines are about to appear in a five star hotel near you. Moët have created the first champagne vending machine in the world, and everyone is talking about it. And w… Read More
2017-02-19 02:30
Yes, you read right, I am going for two weeks with no food – none. It’s all in the interest of Chinese Medicine, and I am cleansing my organs and (apparently) adding 20 years to… Read More
2017-02-14 19:59
The Ampersand is the perfect London hotel for some five star boutique luxury. I first heard of this 5 star boutique luxury hotel when sitting in Tom’s Kitchen, a fabulously local resta… Read More
2017-02-11 17:09
These are my pick of the best French bistros in Paris. Paris is home to some of the most upmarket, established restaurants in the world, but the simple Parisian French Bistro is still a grea… Read More
2017-02-07 17:08
The Gold Coast’s food scene has come a long way in recent years. There are some first class but fun places to eat on the gold coast with kids. (With reviews from my kids too). Cucina V… Read More
2017-02-05 09:03
Yes it is possible to be good friends after divorce. Here’s how: You would think I would know better by now. This is the kind of piece you write, and the moment you make it live, you h… Read More
2017-02-04 09:03
Yes it is possible to have a positive relationship after divorce. Here’s how: You would think I would know better by now. This is the kind of piece you write, and the moment you make i… Read More
2017-01-31 22:14
Elements of Byron is Byron’s newest resort, and it is a gorgeous place to stay: I just stayed at The Elements Resort in Byron with my family, and it’s one of those rare Aussie ho… Read More
2017-01-27 20:58
Instagram is not my real world, this is: After a number of e-mails and notes about my “amazing” instagram account, I thought I had better come clean -This week I went to a… Read More
2017-01-21 18:58
Hong Kong is packed with hot bars, but one has the most incredible interiors you’ll see in Asia, and the others aren’t far behind. It’s the stunning and often startling int… Read More
2017-01-19 02:59
The Hotel Plaza Athénée in Paris is as luxurious as it gets. A week at The Hotel Plaza Athénée was the best recipe for absolute indulgence and, believe it or not… Read More
2017-01-15 04:31
Winter wreaks havoc on your skin in any event, but moving from a hot summer to cold winter in a 24 hour flight seriously effects your body. These are the beauty products you must pack for a… Read More
2017-01-10 08:26
You will love this quintessentially upmarket British dining experience. The Ormer Mayfair Restaurant in London has changed me, as I could never find time for long lunches in London as there… Read More
2017-01-04 19:38
Artificial sweeteners, food labeled as sugar-free may be just as bad, if not worse than real sugar, and may make you fat, a new study has revealed. At this time of year, we are all trying to… Read More
2017-01-04 14:48
Hong Kong has a lot of places to eat, but these four restaurants you can’t miss on your next trip. Duddell’s This two star Michelin restaurant serving upmarket Cantonese a… Read More
2017-01-01 19:00
This amazing body cream actually heats your body – perfect if you are in the snow, and it reduces cellulite. Alpha Keri’s Body Slimfit heat-activating slimming and firming serum… Read More
2016-12-27 22:49
Hundreds of thousands flock to Sydney for New Years Eve. Here are some travel tips to help you get the most out of your night, whether it’s your first or 51st Sydney New years Eve. 1)… Read More
2016-12-26 19:36
This is the best Sydney spray tan to have before NYE. Everyone knows a spray tan makes you look healthier, happier and at least 2 kgs thinner instantly. Lauren Capelin has been in the spray… Read More
2016-12-22 21:35
Paddington has had an avalanche of new pub restaurants Paddington has come alive again as the latest restaurant mecca, thanks largely to a declining retail market on Oxford street, a swathe… Read More
2016-12-17 19:06
The Amalfi Coast is one of the most spectacular parts of the world, but like any travel destination, there are some critical, insider tips to be aware of: 1) Research: Do your research… Read More
2016-12-15 19:24
These are the beauty buys you wont want to miss right now if you’re over 35: Aveda Tulasara wedding masque overnight: This face and eye mask from Aveda will leave your skin glowi… Read More
2016-12-13 20:36
Eye Lash extensions make you look younger – at least that has been my experience this week. They are so much more natural and less intrusive than just about every other cosmetic proced… Read More
2016-12-09 19:18
Last week I was in Vietnam. These are the 12 things I wish I knew before I went. The Vietnamese version of luxury is beyond five star; Five star hotels in Vietnam have created new stand… Read More
2016-12-09 19:18
Last week I was in Vietnam. These are 12 travel tips – things I wish I knew before I went. The Vietnamese version of luxury is beyond five star; Five star hotels in Vietnam have c… Read More
2016-12-07 19:10
Going on a holiday or on a travel adventure? My Sydney PT says prepare your body physically to make sure you get the most out of your trip. Rachel Livingstone has been training me for nine y… Read More
2016-12-07 19:10
Going on a holiday or on a travel adventure? My Sydney PT says: Prepare your body physically to make sure you get the most out of your trip. Rachel Livingstone has been training me for nine… Read More
2016-12-05 22:02
Cut your sugar, change your life, here’s how: This week I worked on a Facebook Live Event shot straight out of Facebook Headquarters. What is it I hear you ask? Well, it is a bit like… Read More
2016-12-02 20:00
I finally caved to the pressure this week and got my teeth whitened. There’s nothing better than a set of flashing white pearly whites, and I had been invited to have my teeth whi… Read More
2016-12-01 20:07
What is Frosé? And where you can find one in Sydney right now: Don’t you just love the talented hospitality people in the world who are always coming up with new and innovative… Read More
2016-11-27 05:06
Much more than a resort in Vietnam, this is a destination, and I’m not the only one who thinks it could be the best resort on earth. Nothing can prepare you for a stay at The Intercont… Read More
2016-11-25 06:14
This week I got blind when I went to Noir, a restaurant where no-one can see. Yep, dining in the dark. Noir is the highest-rated restaurant in Saigon on TripAdvisor, and has been for over 18… Read More
2016-11-22 19:08
The quintessential travel essentials for your beauty bag: The big challenge when travelling is deciding what to pack in your beauty bag. This is a video I made of the travel essentials I too… Read More
2016-11-20 05:38
Frustrated by fine lines under your eyes? Don’t get botox, try this instead: I would never have botox around my eyes, but I do use this new beauty product, Save Our Skin (SOS) Notox Ey… Read More
2016-11-17 19:36
The perfect health retreat when you don’t think you need a health retreat Not everyone is like me, and wants a full blown health retreat or detox holiday experience, so this is the per… Read More
2016-11-16 19:10
This is the bomb, seriously. The easiest and healthiest dessert recipe you will ever make – and the kids will love it. Ingredients – 1 avocado per serve, vanilla, cocoa powder (s… Read More
2016-11-14 18:42
The traditional food pyramid should be flipped on its head. The largest group of food on the traditional food pyramid are grains, yet they are the worst thing for our bodies. I know a… Read More
2016-11-11 19:00
Sounds simple, but working out my core values wasn’t as easy as I thought. Forgive the brash title of this story, but the thing is, it’s our values that explain exactly who we ar… Read More
2016-11-10 19:29
One of the most critical aspects of a stay in a busy Asian city is location, and luxury, and The Hilton Hotel KL has it in spades. I’m not sure what I liked most about my stay at The H… Read More
2016-11-04 20:05
Online dating doesn’t work for many looking for real love, especially in big cities like London, New York and even Sydney, just ask my mates – or me. Everyone knows meeting the r… Read More
2016-11-03 07:48
The Nam Hai is about to be re-born as A Four Seasons Resort, and it’s set to be even better. The Nam Hai has been one of the most celebrated and talked about resorts in the Asia Pacifi… Read More
2016-11-01 17:06
Many people put on weight when they travel, but travel is no excuse to get fat. You can prevent this with a simple holiday workout in your hotel room or the hotel gym if there is one: You&rs&hell…Read More
2016-10-29 19:16
Yep, it’s true. I shaved half my face this week. The ultimate exfoliation. I was in New York as a guest of a very upscale salon I wont mention the name of here, and the beautician not… Read More
2016-10-25 18:45
Meditation changes lives, and works in a crisis. There’s no time in history when we’ve needed it more as a society than right now. I first got into meditation when I relocated fr… Read More
2016-10-22 05:41
A new range of gorgeous colourful lipsticks , MAC Liptensity, has just been released, and this could be their best lipstick range ever. This is not just another lipstick range. MAC Liptensit… Read More
2016-10-21 18:40
Who knew the food in The Southern Highlands was this amazing? With so many chefs moving in from Sydney, the Southern Highlands food has just gone up a few notches. This is where I ate and st… Read More
2016-10-19 19:52
Yes, we’ve all tried facial contouring, but now there’s Hair Contouring from Loréal. When I was invited to the Luxe Dessange Paris Hair salon by Loréal Professional… Read More
2016-10-14 10:48
Hotel Eden will be the most luxurious and opulent hotel in Rome when it re-opens next year. I have another excuse to go back to Rome next year, and so do you. The prestigious Dorchester Grou… Read More
2016-10-12 02:13
Brilliant news today: Raffles Singapore is to undergo a full restoration. There’s nothing better than a brand spanking newly re-furbished luxury hotel, and Raffle’s interio… Read More
2016-10-10 19:26
We are all eating way too much sugar. I believe eating excess sugar is worse than smoking cigarettes. Yep, really. Just check out these stats and you might agree; Every day, 280… Read More
2016-10-07 20:52
When I travel, I read – a lot. These are the five books I’ve read this month that I have loved: The Husband’s Secret, Liane Moriarty: This book has sold over 3 million copi… Read More
2016-10-04 18:08
Forget a life coach, a performance coach is what you need. Performance Coaching – what it is and how it can change your life:
The post Performance Coaching could improve everyth… Read More
2016-10-02 01:49
Sydney chef Justin North’s beauty routine laid bare. Justin has revealed himself as a true metrosexual. He says he has found a solid work life balance in Sydney through healthy eating… Read More
2016-09-29 19:47
Restaurants I loved in Capri. Emperor Augustus called it “Apragopolis”, the city of do-nothings, and said the people in Capri spent their days eating or carousing, which in truth… Read More
2016-09-26 19:05
Sydney Performance Coach Laura Moore from Uppy talks about how you can make changes to your life with Renae:
The post Life Changes? Here’s How – Video appeared first on Re… Read More
2016-09-22 19:40
The Centennial’s Justin North talks to Renae about his food at the stunning new look Centennial Hotel in Paddington.
The post Justin North’s amazing food at The Centennial… Read More
2016-09-20 18:21
There are many tips I have picked up from work in health & wellness on how to arrive at your destination in tip top form. These are some that work for me: Do not eat food on the plane. A… Read More
2016-09-16 18:28
Some insider tips I wish I knew before I arrived in Rome 1) Take comfortable shoes – I wear high heels 90% of the time, but this is one city where you cannot get away with it. The stre… Read More
2016-09-16 00:15
Two products I’ve just tried & tested that really work for great hair. Renae road-tested Pantene’s latest offering; Travel really takes its toll on my hair – the change… Read More
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