Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I was born and raised in New York, half in the city and half countryside, and started participating in pageants around age eight. After graduating from college I chose to further pursue modelling and also focus on the things that truly make me happy which include travel, time with my loved ones and constantly learning from others.

Are there any other funny anecdotes you can share about this FHM Escapes photo shoot? 
Learning all the quirky Aussie slang from the other girls. I’m still laughing inside.

What is your best asset?
I’m always smiling or laughing so I’d say my smile. Otherwise, my best asset is being able to adapt to any social environment and staying cultured.

When do you feel sexy?
After a good workout at the gym and any time I’m in front of the camera. Both give me a sense of adrenaline and the best confidence boost.

What would people be most surprised to know about you?
Being the clumsiest girl in the world, I’m pretty surprised I’ve never broken a bone or sprained anything!

What’s the funniest and/or scariest thing that’s happened to you on a photo shoot?
Aside from multiple nip-slips in public, being washed away by beach waves and encounters with bugs swarming my face, I’ve had an island pig attempt to bite me in the butt. Sometimes BTS can be the funniest moments.

What do you look for in a man?
Chemistry is number one, someone ambitious who can make me laugh and be able to handle my sassy side. Being able to hold a conversation with my circle of friends and family is always a plus, too.

What’s the weirdest thing someone has sent you via social media?
My DM: “Hey, Sexy Lady, I’d pay to lick your beautiful armpit”

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NAME: Tiffany Kelley 
BORN: March 24, 1994
HOMETOWN: New York, New York USA
LIVES: New York, New York
FIVE-WORD SELF-DESCRIPTION: “Optimistic, quirky, ambitious, kind and FUN!”
HOBBIES: “Hiking, travelling, exploring new restaurants, exercising and long walks with my furry baby Jillybean.”
PHOBIA: “Dark and enclosed spaces.”
GO-TO DRINK: “One spicy margarita – sugar rim, please!”
HANGOVER CURE: “A glass of Pedialyte, a bowl of ramen and two Advils.”
LIFE MOTTO: “Never settle for mediocracy. Learn what makes you happy and pursue those things relentlessly.”
INSTAGRAM: @tiffany_kelley_

Photographed by Rocky Batchelor 
Produced and Styled by Belinda Roelofs 
Hair & make-up by Simmy Carr 
Lingerie & bikinis by Mary Holland Lingerie    
Videography by Alex Scapens
Shot on location at Taumeasina Island Resort

Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I’ve always had two passions – animals and modelling. Growing up in Los Angeles, I did a lot of modelling. My mum owned her own promotional modelling company and was a model herself, so she knew the industry well and taught me a lot. Modelling as a kid was so much fun and it taught me to have thick skin while my confidence also skyrocketed. Although I enjoyed modelling, I wanted to do more with animals. So, I ventured a couple hours north for my bachelor’s degree, where I studied Animal Science. After receiving my degree, I moved to Australia to work at an Animal Conservation. I finally made my way back to sunny California, where I currently live and still model part-time while also volunteering at animal shelters.

Are there any other funny anecdotes you can share about this FHM Escapes trip? 
I ate tons of dessert and drank a pitcher of beer before one of my shoots because I was unaware there was an upcoming group shot to be done. I felt a bit sick, and slightly tipsy – whoops!

What is your best asset?
Legs! Thank you mother for my long legs. Also, my brain – smart girls rock!

When do you feel sexy?
Any time I’m in heels – they resemble confidence. Whether it’s for date night, girls’ night out or at a photoshoot, I jump at the opportunity to put on a pair of heels. I also secretly wish I was taller – the taller the heel, the better.

What do you look for in a man?
Intelligent, athletic, driven and family-oriented.

Describe your ideal date?
First, we would go to a nice restaurant and have a steak dinner with a buffet of desserts with a bottle of champagne. Then we would go to the beach and bar hop along the water. Lastly, we would finish at a rooftop bar and dance the night away.

What’s next for you? Any exciting projects on the horizon you can share with us?
I have a couple brands that I’m working with, but I’d love to travel more with brands I’m passionate about.

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NAME: Katie Postl
BORN: February 3, 1995
HOMETOWN: Los Angeles, USA
LIVES: Newport Beach, California USA
FIVE-WORD SELF-DESCRIPTION: “Spontaneous, passionate, driven, lively and adaptable.”
HOBBIES: “Happy hour, walking dogs, watching football, shopping.”
PHOBIA: “Squirrels!”
GO-TO DRINK: “A glass of champagne and then a pitcher of beer.”
LIFE MOTTO: “Love and kindness are never wasted.”
INSTAGRAM: @katiepostl

Photographed by Rocky Batchelor 
Produced and Styled by Belinda Roelofs 
Hair & make-up by Simmy Carr 
Lingerie & bikinis by Mary Holland Lingerie    
Videography by Alex Scapens
Shot on location at Taumeasina Island Resort

Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I’m an American woman who pursued a modelling career at a young age. In 2018 I was Miss Massachusetts Teen USA, which helped me spread empowerment of all women across the nation – I raised enough money to give a young woman in Nepal a full-year at a university. I also have vlogged to empower women to embrace who they are and knowing they are beautiful from the inside out regardless of height, weight or ethnicity. Everyone is unique in their own way and my goal in life is to show as many women as possible that if you put your mind to anything you can pursue it.

What do you do when you’re not posing for FHM?
I’m a full-time student enrolled in a university for finance and management with the goal of becoming a wealth management specialist in New York City.

What is your best asset?
My confidence. Being a girl who is 5’7” a lot of confidence has to come with being a model. I work hard for my figure, my health and to build a brand I’m proud to represent. Being a confident person can make you feel sexy, happy, proud and you can learn so much more about yourself.

When do you feel sexy?
I feel sexy when I know I am strong – physically and mentally. Being healthy is a part of who I am – I want to promote a healthy woman who can be her own unique self every day.

Describe your ideal date.
Going skiing all day and ending it at a romantic place for dinner at the top of the mountain during sunset!

What do you look for in a man?
Someone who is charming, loyal, motivated, encouraging and has good morals and values.

What’s next for you?
Right now I am planning to audition with the New England Patriots cheerleaders and I’m also interviewing over the summer to become a Sports Illustrated model!

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NAME: Lexi Woloshchuk
BORN: September 11, 1999
HOMETOWN: Monson, Massachusetts, USA
FIVE-WORD SELF-DESCRIPTION: “Confident, goofy, fabulous, intelligent and strong.”
HOBBIES: “Fashion, fitness, nutrition and helping others.”
BEST HIDDEN TALENT: “Singing the alphabet backwards!”
GO-TO DRINK: “A glass of Pinot Noir please!”
LIFE MOTTO: “To always feel beauty from the inside out. If a person has good morals and values on the inside, it will shine through and show their true beauty that reflects them on the outside.”
INSTAGRAM: @Lexi.wolo
SNAPCHAT: Alexis-wolo11
TWITTER: @lexiwoloshchuk

Photographed by Rocky Batchelor 
Produced and Styled by Belinda Roelofs 
Hair & make-up by Simmy Carr 
Lingerie & bikinis by Mary Holland Lingerie    
Videography by Alex Scapens
Shot on location at Taumeasina Island Resort

Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I was born in NZ to an Aussie father and a Kiwi mother, I moved to the Gold Coast when I was a young teen and it is my all-time favourite place in the world. I began assistant and marketing type roles doing modelling here and there and I pursued one of my dreams to travel the world – and I haven’t look back. I now live in Sydney and I’m looking to settle more while continuing modelling. 

What would people be most surprised to know about you?
I used to be a huge wrestling fan and even starting wrestling myself. It didn’t last long and I’m happy to say that phase is over.

What is your best asset?
Trying to see the good in everyone. I try to assume the best intentions in everyone I meet and as it turns out I have met a lot of amazing people this way. My best physical asset would be my smile and skin tone – I’m very olive all year round.

When do you feel sexy?
When I am feeling confident – confidence is always sexy. I’m feeling confident when I’m feeling healthy and clear-minded. Self love is so important to me and when I’m eating well, exercising, meditating… I’m feeling healthy.

What’s the freakiest thing someone has sent to you via social media?
I actually have a lot of DM’s about women in diaper fetishes and I can’t say anything has creeped me out more.

Would you ever date one of your followers?
Yes, of course.

Describe your ideal date?
A picnic on a quiet beach, comfy clothes, blankets, good plant based food and quality conversation – past all the small talk.

What do you look for in a man?
Someone who can make me laugh and who I can make laugh, so we can constantly be laughing at each other. And loyalty, obviously. 

Whats next for you?
Continue travelling, modelling and I’m also looking at launching an online business although the details are a secret for now.

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NAME: Emma Surrich
LIVES: Sydney, NSW
FIVE-WORD SELF-DESCRIPTION: “Compassionate, sexy, dorky, spiritual and adventurous.” 
GO-TO DRINK: “My all-time favourite drink is a Lychee Martini.”
LIFE MOTTO: “There are two ways to live your life – one is as though nothing is a miracle, the other is as though everything is a miracle.”
HOBBIES: “Yoga, dancing, reading, fitness, making people laugh.”
PHOBIAS: “Public speaking and supernatural stuff 
INSTAGRAM/SNAPCHAT: @emmasurrich

Photographed by Rocky Batchelor 
Produced and Styled by Belinda Roelofs 
Hair & make-up by Simmy Carr 
Lingerie & bikinis by Mary Holland Lingerie    
Videography by Alex Scapens
Shot on location at Taumeasina Island Resort

Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I was born and raised in outback Queensland, Australia and I’ve always been a country girl at heart. When I turned 18 I moved to the city to pursue my dreams and now I’m 24 living in Sydney running a successful florist business three years and counting. I work seven days a week with my business and my skincare line that is launching this month. I also love travelling and go to one to four countries a year depending on how much time I can take off. Travelling feeds my soul, I love learning and experiencing different cultures and making life long memories.

What is your best asset?
My knowledge. I prefer to use my time wisely and to feed my mind with positivity, wisdom and knowledge instead. I’m a student for life and haven’t even touched the surface with the amount of knowledge and wisdom that’s out there.

When do you feel sexy?
When I’m healthy, both psychically and mentally. I take great pride in my appearance with a healthy diet, regular exercise and yoga which gives me confidence with my appearance and keeping things together in my personal life.

What do you look for in a man?
A man who is happy within his own life – you can’t start a healthy relationship unless you are happy within yourself. Ambition and drive is also a super turn and authenticity is super important.

Would you ever date one of your social media followers?
If the chemistry is right, definitely!

Describe your ideal date.
I love a good adventure and great food! Personally, my favourite kind of date is a nice hike followed by a picnic with great cheese and wine.

What’s next for you?
My next project is my skincare line Bondi Blooms Botanical. They’re all completely Australian-made, vegan plant based products.

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NAME: Sophie Collins
BORN: September 12, 1995
LIVES: Sydney, NSW
FIVE-WORD SELF-DESCRIPTION: “Sexy, adventurous, compassionate, motivated and goal-orientated.”
HOBBIES: “Hiking, travelling and creating.”
PHOBIA: “I have a towel phobia! They need to be washed, dried, ironed and have lavender oil on them.”
GO-TO DRINK: “I love a nice Australian Pinot Noir or Malbec.”
HANGOVER CURE: “Day spa and an IV drip! If you haven’t tried it, please do. You can thank me later.”
LIFE MOTTO: “Live a life you want, not what is expected from other people.”
INSTAGRAM: @ms.s.collins

Photographed by Rocky Batchelor 
Produced and Styled by Belinda Roelofs 
Hair & make-up by Simmy Carr 
Lingerie & bikinis by Mary Holland Lingerie    
Videography by Alex Scapens
Shot on location at Taumeasina Island Resort

Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I was born and raised in America. Growing up I loved art, reading, writing, horseback riding and spending time with my mum, sisters and grandparents. I was first discovered as a model waitressing in my small hometown in Georgia. Since then I’ve lived in several cities including L.A., Miami and currently NYC. I love travelling and have been fortunate to travel to 28 countries so far.

What would people be surprised to know about you?
I’m currently writing a book about my experience working with the ancient plant medicines of the Amazon Rainforest. I’m very passionate about nature and the conservation of our planet is very important to me. My main goal for my first book is to express how nature can heal us in unimaginable ways. It’s a work in progress, but I’m really excited to finish it and share it with everyone.

What is your best asset?
My intuition. Intuition is the ability to understand something instinctively, without the need for conscious reasoning. Always trust your “gut feeling” and let it guide you.

When do you feel sexy?
When I’m doing my make-up sitting on the bathroom sink listening to Lana Del Rey. I’m always singing and dancing when I get ready and that’s when I most feel myself.

Describe your ideal date?
Getting away from the city and spending the day at the beach, hiking in the mountains or horseback riding are some of my favourite date ideas. And live music – you can’t really go wrong there.

What do you look for in a man?
The most important thing to me is being able to talk openly with your partner about anything without judgement on either side. When you can be yourself around someone, you are going to have a much closer bond with that person. I also love a guy who can make me laugh and who is really smart.

What’s next for you?
Starting my first business – I can’t share too much about it right now, but I hope to launch it this year!

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NAME: Lydia Grace Bielen
BORN: October 5, 1999
HOMETOWN: Athens, Georgia USA
LIVES: New York City USA
FIVE-WORD SELF-DESCRIPTION: “Creative, driven, adventurous, friendly, happy.”
HOBBIES: “Meditation, writing, painting, drawing, skateboarding, horseback riding, open water diving.”
BEST HIDDEN TALENT: “Reading tarot cards.”
GO-TO DRINK: “Vodka and cranberry juice.”
HANGOVER CURE: “Brush your teeth, drink a lot of water, lay in bed, order Uber Eats and put on a facemask.”
LIFE MOTTO: “If you can dream it, you can do it! And the world is too big to stay in one place for too long.”
INSTAGRAM: @lydiabielen
SNAPCHAT: @livinlikelyd

Photographed by Rocky Batchelor 
Produced and Styled by Belinda Roelofs 
Hair & make-up by Simmy Carr 
Lingerie & bikinis by Mary Holland Lingerie    
Videography by Alex Scapens
Shot on location at Taumeasina Island Resort

Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I’m studying to be a teacher and have a passion for shaping little minds. I have a really amazing group of friends where I live on the Gold Coast, which takes up majority of my time, and I’m a very social person who hates missing a fun night out. I’ve just gotten back into modelling after a few years break and now that I’m happy with my body and healthy I’m really excited to see what opportunities come in the future.

What do you do when you’re not posing for FHM?
During the week I study and also work as a kindy teacher. I do something social most weekends with my friends whether it be drinks, dinner or chilled movie and take out nights. 

Are there any funny anecdotes you can share about this about this FHM Escapes trip? 
Having to take my underwear off on the beach, because they were showing under the bikinis, then giving it to Bella the producer. Hours later, at dinner, I asked where my undies were and she pulled them out of her bra right there and then to give back to me. LOL!

What is your best asset?
I’m a very forgiving person and always give people the benefit of the doubt. Physically, I think I’m super lucky to have long legs and tanned skin.

When do you feel sexy and why?
I feel sexy when my skin is clear and healthy and of course when I’ve got on a nice dress and high heels.

What do you look for in a man?
Someone who can be fun, caring, understanding but can also put me in my place when needed. Don’t want to feel like I can walk all over a man.

Would you ever date one of your social media followers?
Sure, if they were the right fit and respectful then I don’t see why not. 

Describe your ideal date?
I’m not picky as long as they are laidback and can hold a good conversation. Dinner with a few drinks always works for me.

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NAME: Alana Suarez
BORN: May 19, 1996
HOMETOWN: Gold Coast, Qld 
LIVES: Brisbane, Qld
FIVE-WORD SELF-DESCRIPTION: “Empathetic, weird, ditzy, outgoing, lanky.”
BEST HIDDEN TALENT: “Handstands and cartwheels!”
PHOBIA: “Nails on paper.”
GO-TO DRINK: “Lychee martinis and, after a few of those, a tequila shot.”
HANGOVER CURE: “Vegemite sandwich right before bed.” 
LIFE MOTTO: “Work to live don’t live to work.”
INSTAGRAM: @alanasuarez96

Photographed by Rocky Batchelor 
Produced and Styled by Belinda Roelofs 
Hair & make-up by Simmy Carr 
Lingerie & bikinis by Mary Holland Lingerie    
Videography by Alex Scapens
Shot on location at Taumeasina Island Resort

Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I was born and raised by my mum in Bendigo, Victoria. I have two older brothers who miss me so much as I just moved to Brisbane, Queensalnd to be closer to my best friend. I know this isn’t your ideal reason to move, most people move for family or work, but I couldn’t picture my life without her. I wouldn’t change my decision for the world. I’m a bartender when I’m not modelling or creating content for my YouTube channel.

What would people be most surprised to know about you?
I’ve worked hard since I was 14 and was a first home owner at 18.

What is your best asset?
I think my eyes are physically my best asset, however I think it’s my motivation and drive that tops physicality.

When do you feel sexy?
After I’ve showered in the morning and I’m drinking my coffee because I’m still half asleep ready to conquer my day.

What’s the freakiest thing someone has sent you via social media?
Not so much freaky but I did get message from someone asking if I would walk their dog.

Would you ever date one of your followers?
I’m not actually too sure. It just depends on the circumstance but maybe.

Describe your ideal date?
A picnic with lots of banter accompanied with a glass of bubbles.

What do you look for in a man?
I look for a tall genuine man (I’m 6’2” so he has to be taller than me) who has good banter, can hold a conversation and who will go to gym with me. I admire the little things in life.

What’s next for you?
I just started a YouTube channel so my focus for the next couple of months is to create content for this. Then I will be focusing on my modelling career full-time.

STATUS UPDATE 

NAME: Casey Amber Benson
BORN: February 12, 1996
HOMETOWN: Bendigo, Vic
LIVES: Brisbane, Qld
FIVE-WORD SELF-DESCRIPTION: “Fun, smart, bubbly, confident and unique.”
HOBBIES: “Gym, drawing, hiking.”
BEST HIDDEN TALENT: “I can make my eyeballs look in two different directions at the same time.”
GO-TO DRINK: “Jack Daniels or Jim Beam and coke without a doubt.”
LIFE MOTTO: “Live life to your fullest potential. Life can be so short for some of us. I don’t want to look back on my life in years to come and regret all the things I didn’t do. So, why not do it now?”
INSTAGRAM: @case_benson SNAPCHAT: kc-benson

Photographed by Rocky Batchelor 
Produced and Styled by Belinda Roelofs 
Hair & make-up by Simmy Carr 
Lingerie & bikinis by Mary Holland Lingerie    
Videography by Alex Scapens
Shot on location at Taumeasina Island Resort

Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I grew up in Perth, WA and moved to Sydney in 2013. I’ve always been into fashion and modelling but only recently started taking it seriously. Modelling really helped me to overcome things in my life I went through by letting me be myself and express who I really am. It allows me to share the most creative and raw parts of myself with the outside world. I hope to one day make it my full-time job and travel the world doing what I love.

What did you love most about this FHM Escapes? 
I just love that I met so many amazing people and made friends along the way. We had so many funny moments on the trip and made memories that will stick with me through life!

What is your best asset?
I love my skin and my hair are my favourite physical assets. I also love that I’m really confident and very strongminded.

When do you feel sexy?
When I know I’m taking care of my body by eating healthy, working out and taking care of my mental health.

What do you do when you’re not posing for FHM?
I’m a university student currently studying a bachelor of psychology and work as a part-time model. You can also catch me hanging with friends, eating out or at the beach.

What would people be most surprised to know about you?
Most people think I’m all about the superficialities in life when I’m actually very down to earth. My head is in the clouds most of the time but I’m actually a very intelligent person. I love reading and expanding my knowledge about the world and people – I think this comes from my love for nature.

What do you look for in a man?
Humour is a must, confidence, direction in life, ambition, honesty and genuineness.  

Describe your ideal date.
I’m really easy when it comes to dates, usually I’m the indecisive one, but I think the beach or a beach walk would be my ideal… or anything which involves food.

What’s next for you?
I’m featuring in a few music videos this month and also have some exciting photo shoots with my make-up artist and photographers in Sydney. Keep a look out on my Instagram! 

STATUS UPDATE

NAME: Nadine Nadia Bishay
BORN: September 29, 2001
HOMETOWN:  Perth, WA
LIVES: Sydney, NSW
FIVE-WORD SELF-DESCRIPTION: “Confident, strong, understanding, humble and funny.”
HOBBIES: “Reading, working out, eating, painting and writing.”
BEST HIDDEN TALENT: “Dancing.”
PHOBIAS: “Anything involving insects.”
LIFE MOTTO: “My key to life is to work your butt off to get what you want and leave the rest to God!”
INSTAGRAM: @nadinebishayy
SNAPCHAT: nadine.bishay

Photographed by Rocky Batchelor 
Produced and Styled by Belinda Roelofs 
Hair & make-up by Simmy Carr 
Lingerie & bikinis by Mary Holland Lingerie    
Videography by Alex Scapens
Shot on location at Taumeasina Island Resort

“Carmel dipped wafer, covered in coconut flakes and drizzled in chocolate comes to mind when I think of the word “Samoa” – my favorite girl scout cookie. But now, after this FHM Escapes – my fifth trip for FHM, Samoa has a whole new meaning . This tropical island was straight out of a dream – the clearest blue skies, sparkly water, plus the hottest babes in my view – I was in paradise. Every Destination Maxim trip is special in its own way and has the most memorable moments. Once again I added new best friends to my collection, mostly from Australia this time.

My favourite part about Samoa was the breathtaking sunrises – every morning I woke up very early at 5am so I could take advantage of the full day. Working with my favourite photographer, Rocky, as usual and my most favourite producer Bella, I’m soglad to have been featured many times in FHM Australia. It’s truly my dream job and these experiences with everyone are memories I will treasure forever. Thank you to everyone who has supported me thus far, it’s been the most pleasant journey and I can’t wait to see what the future holds.  Ashley XOXO.

STATUS UPDATE 

FULL NAME: Ashley Arre
BORN: May 14,1994
HOMETOWN: New Orleans, Louisiana USA
LIVES: Miami Beach, USA
HOBBIES: “Health, beauty, charity and learning.”
HIDDEN TALENT: “Making others feel loved.”
PHOBIA: “Being lost in Costco from my mum.” 
INSTAGRAM: @Ashley.arre

Photographed by Rocky Batchelor 
Produced and Styled by Belinda Roelofs 
Hair & make-up by Simmy Carr 
Lingerie & bikinis by Mary Holland Lingerie    
Videography by Alex Scapens
Shot on location at Taumeasina Island Resort