Timeless Travel On a quest for that once-in-a-lifetime family holiday? Or an extra special celebratory treat? Here at Quintessentially, we travel the globe seeking exclusive gems to tantalize your senses - uncovering rare parcels from around the world. Be it villas in St Tropez, treks through Borneo or safaris to Africa, we have the inside scoop. We recently discovered the Silolona. Push the boat out this year – literally – and hire this 50-metre wooden boat in the traditional Phinisi style and sail through tropical Asian waters. The Silolona sails around Indonesia from April to November before heading up the west coast of Malaysia and Thailand onto Myanmar from December to March. A stay on the Silolona is the ultimate in floating luxury and offers five spacious cabin suites, accommodating up to 10 guests. This floating palace has a crew of 17 to take care of your every whim from the moment you board to the moment you step back onto dry land. These private expeditions are all tailor-made, so, if you wanted to visit the Komodo Dragons or learn more about the Papua Tribes, this is the way to do it from the privacy of your own hideaway. Rates are from US$10,000 per day Quintessentially Members benefit from champagne on arrival plus an invigorating onboard massage for each guest. For more information or to book, please contact travel@quintessentially.com. Celebrate 60 Years With Sharrow Bay Sharrow Bay is the epitome of the English country house hotel and overlooks Ulllswater lake, the hotel enjoys magnificent vistas. It’s best to go with a healthy appetite and you won’t be disappointed, the food is sublime. Here are two wonderful treats for Quintessentially members to enjoy at Sharrow Bay. The Golconda - Stay for 2 nights in one of the hotel’s top suites. A bottle of Cristal Champagne will be placed in your room on arrival before dining in the hotel’s award-winning restaurant. Wines will be hand-picked from one of the finest restaurant wine lists in the world and chosen especially to complement each delectable course. After dinner, the hotel’s sommelier will serve a measure of Bas Armagnac Chateau de Laubade 1948 to enjoy with coffee. On the following day, you will be whisked off for a private luxury tour of the Lake District which will include one of the finest picnics in the world. At the end of your day, you will once again experience a night of world-class cuisine followed by a second night of luxury. From £1,948 per couple for two nights including two 6-course Michelin Star dinners with wine, a bottle of Cristal Champagne, a measure of Bas Armagnac Chateau de Laubade 1948, overnight accommodation, a luxury tour of the Lake District with picnic and full English breakfast. The Diamond - Arrive to a bottle of Champagne in your room before dining in the hotel’s award winning restaurant. After the meal the hotel’s sommelier will hand pick and serve a measure of Bas Armagnac Chateau de Laubade 1948 to be enjoyed with your postprandial coffee. Retire to your room before waking up to one of the finest hotel breakfasts in the world. From £194.80 per person per night including a 6-course Michelin Star dinner, a bottle of Champagne, a measure of Bas Armagnac Chateau de Laubade 1948, overnight accommodation and full English breakfast. Don’t miss out on the Traditional English Afternoon Tea. The hotel has brought back Francis’ famous Lemon Drizzle cake in addition to the existing traditional afternoon tea fare. £19.48 per person. For more information or to book, please contact travel@quintessentially.com. Pregnancia Magic Of Birth The Evian Royal Resort offers 2 days of pampering - dedicated to your well-being in a place filled with purity and elegance. Between Lake Geneva and the Alpine peaks, at the source of the legendary evian water, at this gorgeously serene hotel resort treat yourself to a unique programme dedicated to your well-being to prepare for the arrival of your baby in the most gentle of surroundings. Be the most of yummiest of all mummies to be. 2 Days of discovery and activities under the guidance of English speaking perinatal expert professionals (gynaecologists and midwives) and the Evian Royal Spa team. The programme includes, your birth preparation programme, workshops and treatments, not to mention a father to be relaxation programme for dads tagging along, a surprise gift in your room, 2 nights including half board at the Evian Royal Palace in a Sejour room with views over Lake Garda, and complimentary access to countless sporting and relaxation facilites. Prices for 2 people sharing a double room Euro 1,990 Presidential Suite in double occupancy Euro 3,828 Royal Suite in double occupancy Euro 5,826 € Pregnancia Magic of Birth Weekends 24-45 May, 13-14 September, 15-16 November. For more information or to book, please contact travel@quintessentially.com. In The Know If you’re still looking for accommodation for the Beijing Olympics and you’re not wanting to stay the minimum 24 nights required by most hotels, then look no further. Quintessentially can offer you accommodation at the cutting edge design hotel, The Emperor. The Emperor is located adjacent to the former Imperial Palace, the Forbidden City, an acclaimed UNESCO world heritage site. Nestled in an old tree-lined avenue among traditional Chinese temples and houses, the hotel offers a tranquil respite from the hectic city pace of Beijing though located in its geographic centre. Prices for Superior Rooms start from Euro 549 per room per night and includes daily breakfast, up to the Emperor Suite which is Euro 999 per room per night, including breakfast. There is a more reasonable 5 night minimum stay. For more information or how to book, please contact travel@quintessentially.com. Hunting The Ultimate Wave If films like Point Break and Blue Crush still set your heart racing with anticipation then we've got just the experience to make your epic surf dreams a reality. This is the ultimate 'heli-surfing' adventure all in pursuit of the perfect wave. Wondering how and where? Where else than the true land of adventure down under – no not that one but next door: New Zealand. With seemingly endless miles of coastline and some of the most incredible scenery around, these islands are a heli-surfer’s dream come true. Each day you'll set off with your pilot and relish the exhilarating experience of flying over glaciers, waterfalls and rainforests to reach deserted reefs and beaches where you'll search for the ultimate surf. You can expect around 3-4 hours flying time a day while stopping off along the way to test the surf. Travelling by helicopter not only gives you excellent bragging rights but also means you can access isolated wave breaks. If you're not getting the clean barrels you're after, you can easily escape the crowds and move from beach to beach. In the evenings you'll relax and recuperate in a selection of New Zealand's finest beachside lodges enjoying local cuisine and savouring some delicious local wines or perhaps, the true surfer’s way with just a few cold beers around a fire on the beach. The perfect end to an action packed day in the water. Stunning scenery, remote waves and kiwi charm. Sound like a dream? Let the hunt begin The price is From GBP 30,000 for 9 days including flights. For more information or to book, please contact travel@quintessentially.com. Panama Is Hot Imagine a holiday where you can experience picturesque mountains and rivers, pristine undisturbed beaches, and a modern metropolitan city all in one trip. Your first adventure will be a stay in the Gamboa Rainforest luxury resort where you will be awakened by exotic sounds from the tropical rainforest followed by a river cruise to monkey island, where you can feed capuchin white face monkeys. From the majestic rainforest you will be transported to the primitve and exotic islands of San Blas where you will can interact with the Kuna Indians. You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the native culture while staying at the rustic chic Coral Lodge hotel. Gourmet picnics on private islands, scuba diving in crystal blue water, and rich marine life all await you. The next stop will be Boquete, where you will be surrounded by stunning mountain views, the soothing sounds of rivers and waterfalls, and the best coffee in Panama. You can enjoy a relaxing massage in the Haven Spa followed by an exquisite dinner and champagne by the riverside. The next day, get ready for an adrenaline rush, with an exciting white water rafting trip down the Chiriqui Viejo River. The trip will end back in Panama City with a tour of the Panama Canal, and sightseeing in the colonial city. Each experience can be tailor-made to suite your exact requirements. For more information or to book, please contact travel@quintessentially.com. One Love The newly opened Geejam, located in San San on the pristine shores of north east of Jamaica is offering Quintessentially members an exclusive UBER package which includes an array of special benefits for a minimum 7 night stay. You can have all 7 room double rooms for your use at this oh-so-cool hotel. The atmosphere in all 7 rooms is inspired mix of the bohemian and the chic. Hip interiors, understated luxury and breathtaking beachfront and forest views – what more could you ask for? Our very own man-about-town Ben Elliot spent the New Year at this cool establishment, and is still raving about it. Located on six acres of the lush San san Estate, the property extends from the foothills of the John Crow and Blue mountain chains to the Caribbean sea. Within immediate proximity is Frenchman's Cove - voted by Conde Nast Traveler as one of the top 5 beaches. Geejam is a 20 minute flight by private plane from Kingston and a short drive from the local aerodrome to the Geejam. Sanwood which is the original villa, was designed by renowned British Arcitech Anthony Wade in the late 1960's and is distinguished by a contemporary nautical theme. Sanwood has 2 upper deck verandas, a kitchen, outdoor pool and media lounge, all of which provide a stylish, next level living environment. The main room features a private photographic and pop art collection from the likes of Geejam aficionados Bansky and Juergen Teller Feast on a bespoke local and international cuisine, and in particular a unique brand of Jamaican-Japanese fusion. Included in the Quintessentially UBER package: Private air transfer to and from airport Personalised VIP assistance at airport and throughout stay All-inclusive bespoke cuisine - International, Japanese and Jamaican Champagne river rafting expedition Discover waterfalls in the interior of the Blue Mountain rain forest ranges One day yacht charter to explore private beaches, and lunch at the Blue Lagoon Water sports: Jet ski, Boston Whaler - Diving gear and Dive master Marlin fishing trip Helicopter excursion to the Bob Marley museum and Kingston studio Unique recording experience - where projects can be planned prior to arrival, and work with a professional team of producers, engineers and musicians, who worked on legendary Geejam sessions - No Doubt, Gorillaz, etc. Spa services, gym and personal trainer 7 double-room accommodation 24-hour room service, etc. 24-hour drivers on call and consierge service. Rooms, Food & Beverage and the above excursions/studio experience: The normal rate is US$12,000.00 per day, plus 18.25% tax and service charge. Quintessentially members receive a 10% discount so rates are US$10800.00 per day. For more information or to book, please contact travel@quintessentially.com.