Hola Palms Lifestyle | Issue Five

Angelique Thomas
Dec 12, 2025
5 min read

A warm summer welcome from Hola Palms

Boat Beach Seal Rocks image by Abraxas Hadfield — Image by Abraxas Hadfield

As the days grow long and the ocean warms, our little pocket of the NSW coast comes alive. At Hola Palms, summer is our favourite season - families returning, holidaymakers discovering new favourites, and our properties glowing under the golden sun.

Expect vibrant mornings, bustling beaches, and a renewed sense of holiday joy. The Pacific Palms lifestyle is all about:

Sunrise swims.

Barefoot coffee runs.

Lazy afternoons.

Seafood feasts .

Here’s to warm nights, sparkling seas, and unforgettable summer memories in Pacific Palms. Whether you’re staying with us, live within our community, partnering with us, or watching your property thrive, we’re grateful to share this season with you.

This edition celebrates the summer and the community that makes Hola Palms special, along with the ongoing work behind the scenes that elevates every guest stay and every property we manage.

There is no better time to visit a Hola Palms Holiday Home

Hola Palms news update

A Special Invitation: Hola Palms at the Airbnb Australia Host Summit

We’re excited to share a proud moment for our Hola Palms community: we were recently invited to attend the Airbnb Australia Host Summit, joining an intimate, inspiring group of hosts, property managers, and industry leaders from across the country.

This invitation is a meaningful recognition of the work we’re doing here in Pacific Palms—our dedication to thoughtful hosting, elevated guest experience, and the unique coastal lifestyle that makes our region so special.

What the Summit Was All About

Hosted by Airbnb Australia, the summit brought together innovators and global Airbnb experts to explore:

The future of short-stay accommodation
New technology and tools for hosts
Trends shaping guest expectations
Sustainability, safety, and responsible tourism
Real stories from hosts making a difference in their local communities

It was both energising and affirming to see that what we value at Hola Palms—warmth, detail, experience, and community—sits at the heart of where the industry is headed.

Highlights We’re Bringing Home to Pacific Palms

The summit wasn’t just inspiring—it was practical. We’re excited to bring several new insights and improvements to our Hola Palms properties and guests:

Enhanced guest communication tools for smoother stays
New service ideas to elevate comfort and convenience
Refreshed strategies for showcasing the unique charm of each property
Sustainability initiatives that reduce waste without compromising luxury
Stronger connections with fellow hosts across the country.

These learnings help us continue to offer high-quality, guest-centred stays and support our wonderful property owners.

What This Means for Our Community

Being invited to the Host Summit is a recognition not just of our business, but of:

Our dedicated cleaning, maintenance, and styling teams
Our property owners who trust us
Our guests who return year after year
The spirit of Pacific Palms itself.

We’re incredibly grateful — and excited for what’s ahead.

Thank you for being part of the Hola Palms journey. We’re committed to staying at the forefront of great hosting and delivering meaningful, memorable stays across our beautiful coastal region.

Media Update

Qantas Travel Insider have sifted through Australia's 10,000+ beaches to bring us the top 100 for the summer of 2025 / 2026, and it was no surprise to us that Blueys has been featured!

"Amid a sprinkle of beautiful beaches on New South Wales' mid-north coast, Blueys Beach holds a special place in the hearts of vacationing Aussies. Less than two hour's drive north of Newcastle, neighbouring Boomerang and Elizabeth Beaches means you can skip through a selection, even in one day".

Meet Mel from Three Suns Studio

From Mel

Working with Angelique from Hola Palms has been such an inspiring experience. Her professionalism, creativity, and genuine passion for creating memorable guest experiences make her a joy to collaborate with. From our first meeting, it was clear we shared the same goal, to reflect the warmth and refined simplicity of Hola Palms through every detail of its digital presence.

Our collaboration continues to evolve as we refine and expand Hola’s online experience, developing features and updates that highlight the beauty of the region and the personal touches that make each stay so special. I have also had the pleasure of designing websites for several Hola homes, including Swell at Blueys and The Bungalow at Blueys Beach, each reflecting the calm sophistication and coastal charm at the heart of the Hola experience.

As a local who has lived in Pacific Palms for over a decade and holidayed here for even longer, I feel deeply connected to this community and the unique coastal lifestyle it offers. At Three Suns Studio, I specialise in branding and website design for boutique accommodation and small businesses on the Barrington Coast, blending storytelling, design, and strategy to help property owners create an online presence that truly reflects the experience they offer.

"In today’s competitive holiday market, a strong brand and dedicated website are more important than ever."

Guests often search beyond booking platforms to learn more about a property before they book. Having your own website allows you to showcase your story, elevate your presentation, and connect directly with guests who value quality and authenticity. Combined with channel management, it ensures your property is visible, consistent, and beautifully represented across every platform.

This creative journey is supported by an exceptional team of local talent: Rachel Turner Branding for brand development, Claudia Gabriel Lim Photography for property imagery, Cassandra Allan Photography for lifestyle storytelling, and Kian Bates of Raw Edge Photography for breathtaking location shots. Together, we are building digital experiences that capture the essence of this remarkable region, connection, character, and the quiet luxury of coastal living.

If you are thinking about listing your holiday home with Hola, or refining the way your property is presented online, reach out to Angelique. Together, we can help you create a polished, professional presence that captures the true spirit of your stay.