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This gorgeous private guesthouse is situated 100km north of Sydney on The Bouddi Peninsula. The property is set high on the escarpment above Pretty Beach and nestled into the Bouddi National Park. Offering a new style of luxury, this unique guesthouse provides an exclusive and personal service where guests are welcomed as if in a private home and all meals, wines and champagnes are part of the hospitality. This boutique property has just three one-bedroom pavilions surrounding the main house on the seven and a half acre property. Guests dine on the food of one of Australia’s most celebrated and influential chefs, Stefano Manfredi.

To reserve your stay at the Pretty Beach House, please contact qaustralia@quintessentially.com.

Learn to dance with flair at this year’s International Tango Festival. Renowned tango couple Geraldin Rojas and Ezequiel Paludi will be displaying the passion and drama of this Argentine dance along with Cristina Sosa and Daniel Nacucchio who have won four World Tango Championship titles. Stunning performers and brilliant teachers will be sharing their knowledge and technique with you in friendly and relaxed classes. The festival will take place at different venues including the Welcome Milaga on Wednesday 3rd June at the Copacabana Bar & Grill, the Opening Milaga at the Concorde RSY on Thursday 4th June, and the Grand Milaga at the Tattersalls Club on Friday 5th June. Enjoy music, dancing and performances.

Quintessentially members are being offered a limited number of complimentary tickets, please contact qaustralia@quintessentially.com for more details.

With her innate sense of self-assured style, Kelly Smythe has spent the past decade establishing a solid reputation as Australia’s premiere stylist, image-maker and personal shopper.  Kelly is the visionary behind many of Australia’s best-dressed A-listers, leading everyone from Jennifer Hawkins, Sonia Kruger, Delta Goodrem, Eva Longoria and Melissa George down the red carpet and in their daily fashion choices. Renowned for her creative eye for detail Kelly brought her flair to Seven Network when she was invited to head the style team nationally. Kelly is offering Quintessentially members the chance to be completely made over with a personal consultation at your home to rework your current wardrobe, and to create a style guide to assist you in your day-to-day dressing. To enquire about this personalised service please contact qaustralia@quintessentially.com.

Planning a honeymoon trip or a holiday with your loved one in Sydney? Indulge in the Romance Package offered to Quintessentially members from the Diamant Hotel. Located in the heart of the Darlinghurst, Kings Cross and Potts Point triangle, Sydney's premier entertainment and cultural precinct, the Diamant Hotel offers a sensual decor in modern surroundings. Book a deluxe room and have a magical evening with premium chocolates, a bottle of champagne and a surprise gift.

This package is offered from AUD 248 per night. Please contact qaustralia@quintessentially.com for bookings.

Quintessentially members are cordially invited to the Riverlands Polo Club Gala Awards Dinner to be held on Saturday 6th June from 7pm. This glamorous event will take place at Prime Restaurant in the CBD, then dancing and cocktails will continue at the Crystal Bar. Dress is black tie and tickets are AUD 180 per person. Limited tickets are available so waste no time in contacting qaustralia@quintessentially.com.

If you’re interested in learning the basics of the ‘Sport of Kings,’ Riverlands Polo Club is inviting Quintessentially members to partake in their Winter Introductory Clinic. Two clinics will be held on the weekends of the 4th/5th or 11th/12th July from 9.30am-2pm. The cost is AUD 800 and this includes horses and equipment along with lunch and drinks.

The Bay of Fires Lodge is set on a hilltop 40 metres above the pounding sea and surrounded by a National Park and is the only property on 20km of outstanding coastal wilderness. These pristine white sandy beaches are in an area of great significance to the Aboriginal community and the building is truly ecologically-aware. Whilst staying at the Lodge, experience a Tasmanian trekking tour with dramatic landscape, ecology and wildlife. Be led by well-informed local guides in small groups and explore the fascinating beaches and the rich woodlands. The Lodge offers superb accommodation at a daily rate of AUD 450 per person which includes all meals, guides and local wines.

To book in your Tasmanian getaway please contact qaustralia@quintessentially.com.

'Thinque Funky: Upgrade Your Thinking' has recently been launched in Melbourne at designEX to rave reviews. With clients like Apple, MTV, McCann, Johnson & Johnson and Schwarzkopf, author Anders Sorman-Nilsson believes that for business brains to stay relevant, be competitive and gain marketshare in downgraded times, you in fact need to upgrade your thinking. “The zeitgeist of our times has shifted. In fact, the spirit of our times is a little out of whack, we have gone from ‘2020 Vision’ to tunnel vision in less than 18 months. There is now a real sense - a vibe - that we are moving through a global paradigm shift in thinking.”

Quintessentially members are invited to pre-order a signed copy and will receive Anders' 'Future Thinking: a trend-spotting report', 'Gen Y 2.0 Limegreen Paper', and an online diagnostic of your intellectual capital as a bonus. To order your copy, please see http://www.thinquefunky.com/thinquefunkymanifesto/Buy.html

Indulge in a luxurious getaway this winter at the Park Hyatt, one of Sydney’s best addresses. This newly introduced package starts from AUD 685 per couple, per night and is bursting with valuable inclusions, such as breakfast for two in harbourkitchen&bar, a bottle of sparkling wine, valet parking, an AUD 100 credit to spend in either of the hotel's two chic bars or the harbour side restaurant, and an Italian tranquillity candle from [Comfort Zone] to take home.

Seated majestically in the dress circle of one of the world’s most glittering harbours, Park Hyatt Sydney offers a sanctuary of luxury and refined, unobtrusive service, with most of the hotel’s 155 guestrooms enjoying private balconies with views overlooking Sydney’s spectacular harbour, the Opera House and/or Harbour Bridge.

For more information, or to book, please contact qaustralia@quintessentially.com.

Quintessentially Bespoke has joined forces with prestigious UK retailer and designer boutique, Matches, to launch a collection of limited edition items created by the fashion world’s most sought-after designers and brands including Alexander McQueen, Christian Louboutin, Kilgour and Balenciaga.

This is an exciting collaboration as Matches is a brand that perfectly combines luxury, quality and beauty at the forefront of fashion retail, exactly in line with the values of Quintessentially Bespoke. A true exclusive, this never-seen-before collection will only be available through Matches and Quintessentially Bespoke.

If you fancy a glimpse of this super-exclusive collection, please email helena@quintessentiallybespoke.com to receive an electronic catalogue.

Sydneysiders must be proud having outshone Melbourne with the 2009 announcement of the San Pellegrino World’s Best Restaurants list. Tetsuya’s is a regular and was ranked 17th best in the world this year; and Quay and Pier restaurants both made their debut in the list, 46th and 94th respectively, completing Sydney's amazing trio. El Bulli, near Barcelona in Spain, is the king for the fourth year in a row and The Fat Duck in the UK is now 2nd on the list.

Quintessentially Australia has built great relationships with Tetsuya’s, Quay and Pier and would be happy to secure your reservation. Please contact qaustralia@quintessentially.com.

The Great Escape Charter Company offers guests a first class journey through the uncharted waters of the Kimberley Coast and Rowley Shoals in Western Australia, showcasing some of the most amazing natural surroundings that Australia has to offer. The Great Escape fleet consists of two vessels which provide luxury accommodation to a maximum of 15 guests, making your discovery an intimate journey. With a range of activities available on and off the boats, The Great Escape is the ultimate getaway.

To book in your Western Australia adventure, please contact qaustralia@quintessentially.com.

Find your inner creativity each Saturday with life drawing classes from 10.30am-12.30pm in the workshop of the Brett Whiteley Studio in Surry Hills. Be inspired by the surroundings of the artist’s greatest works along with unfinished paintings, art equipment and collections of reference books, and the graffiti wall covered with quotes and images. Be guided by experienced teachers who advise students from beginners to those of a more experienced level.

Classes are AUD 40 and all art materials and models fees are included in the cost. Please contact qaustralia@quintessentially.com to book in.

Resting on the water’s edge, a stone’s throw from the centre of Monte-Carlo, this hotel of genuine charm has been entirely redesigned to offer a decidedly modern experience blending the spirit of the 1930s with the carefully preserved intimacy of a luxury residence. India Mahdavi, one of the stars of contemporary design, proposes the most up-to-date décor with the soul of a timeless palace. The Monte Carlo Beach has 40 rooms including 5 junior suites, 7 suites and 2 double suites with a private sea view terrace. The hotel benefits from having its own exclusive beach club and olympic-sized swimming pool and up to 4 restaurants according to the time of year. Courtesy shuttle vans are at the disposal of guests to get to any of the other SBM properties, including the nearby Sporting Monte-Carlo.

From the 25th May to 30th June, The Monte Carlo Beach Hotel is delighted to offer an exclusive reduced rate of EUR 375 per night on their double sea view room for Quintessentially members. This offer includes an SBM Gold Card and cocktails for two at one of the hotel’s stylish bars.

For more information or to book your room, please contact qfrance@quintessentially.com.

Spanish Film Festival
Palace and Chauvel Cinemas, Paddington, Darlinghurst and Leichhardt, Sydney
Until Sunday 17th May

Chicago the Musical
Lyric Theatre, Star City, Sydney - 8pm
Thursday 14th May – Sunday 21stJune.

So You Think You Can Dance - Live Tour 2009
Sydney Entertainment Centre, Darling Harbour
Saturday 11th June - 2.30pm

State of Origin II
ANZ Stadium, NSW
Wednesday 24th June - 8pm

The Ten Tenors
State Theatre, Sydney
Friday 17th July - 8pm

Jersey Boys
Princess Theatre, Melbourne
Saturday 4th July – Sunday 2nd August

For these, and all your ticketing needs, please email qaustralia@quintessentially.com.

From the minute the vivacious Camilla Franks created her first kaftan five years ago, a fashion icon was born. Camilla creates lively, feminine, exotic pieces that can be worn by women of all ages and sizes, and all cultures and places. Camilla’s colourful and bejewelled kaftans have been seen on celebrities such as Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and the Pussycat Dolls. Quintessentially members are offered a 20% discount at the boutique in Woollahra and at the Beach House in Bondi. Please see Benefits/Shops/Australia/Sydney - Camilla for more information.

The exciting new 1920s New York-style fine pub has opened at The Beresford Hotel in Darlinghurst, with talented chef Danny Russo heading up its 130-seater fine Italian trattoria which has been custom built by award winning designer Thomas Jacobsen. Russo specialises in modern Italian cuisine, reworking classic recipes to create a combination of traditional flavours with modern style. Quintessentially members will receive a Quintessentially cocktail created by award winning and innovative mixologist, Andy Penney, and a surprise mid course specially prepared by chef Danny Russo. See Benefits/Restaurants/Australia/Sydney - The Beresford Hotel for more details.

The Victoria Room restaurant and bar in Sydney's Darlinghurst is an ultra smooth dining establishment. richly decorated in British-Raj style, this exotic dining room and award-winning cocktail bar exude bon-vivant chic. The Victoria Room offers a superlative menu, wine and cocktail list. In the restaurant, patrons can dine on a fine selection of Mediterranean dishes, each moderately priced and designed to share. Quintessentially members will receive a complimentary fondue and Espresso Martinis along with other offers. To find out more please see Benefits/Restaurants/Australia/Sydney - Victoria Room.