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TOUR CLUB: New Four-Bedroom Cottages at The Cliffs
The Quintess Collection is excited to announce new East Coast residences within The Cliffs Communities. TOUR CLUB and Collection Access Members have access to:
Bing.com: Outlandish Concierge Requests
A guest at The Quintess Collection in New York wanted tickets for the Tony-nominated Broadway comedy “La Bete.” The concierge, Diane Restivo, not only landed the tough tickets, she went one better...
October Photo of the Month: A Modern Journey through Ancient Terrain
Tantalize your senses, challenge your perceptions and awaken your imagination in Southeast Asia with Quintess Beyond. For this epic exploration, we are working in concert with Asia Transpacific Journeys, ranked as the #10 Tour Operator in the 2011 Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards, so it is appropriate that your itinerary is made up of other world's best, including…
Unique Homes
While occupying a DUO penthouse in Times Square, New York, our destination host arranged an in-home chef-prepared dinner for two. The center island, which served as a gathering place for laughs with friends the night before, transformed into a quaint seating arrangement for my husband and I to enjoy a quiet dinner. At the end of our meal, dessert was served a fireworks illuminated the sky above Times Square. Our view, thought floor-to-ceiling windows, summarized the unforgettable moments enjoyed through Quintess.
Chef Kiddie’s Tasty Skills for a Healthy Lifetime
Here are a few great reasons to foster healthy eating and fun in the kitchen (even on vacation!):
Dream of Something Beyond the Norm
Get out your map and throw a dart. Now, make your Quintess Beyond 2012 reservation—space is limited! To help you hit your target, here are the highlights of what awaits:
Inside the Tents at the Aspen Food and Wine Classic
Each year, the world’s most accomplished celebrity chefs and winemakers come together in the breathtaking setting of Aspen, Colorado for the Food and Wine Classic. Quintess member Susan Larson attended this past June and graciously shared her experience with us. Here is what she had to say:
Get on the Mat with Manduka at the Quintess Beyond Yoga Retreat!
For our exclusive Los Cabos Yoga Retreat, Quintess sought out the eco-conscious company Manduka to offer participants a cornucopia of goodies to start a practice with. Recently, we sat down with Allie Rosenzweig to learn more about the work Manduka does in the yoga community.
Shannon Paige Schneider Will Guide You Beyond Typical Yoga…
This October, Quintess members will be treated to the inspiring instruction of Shannon Paige Schneider. Living fully as an author, sacred activist, motivational speaker, dedicated teacher of Shiva Rea’s Prana Flow, and founder of Anjali Restorative Yoga and öm time yoga studio, Shannon is an expressive student of the symbolic nature of Tantra and mystic poetry.
Exceptional Properties
The Tour Club, which offers members exclusive access to luxury residences at some of the world’s most sought after golf destinations, has added two notable properties to its growing portfolio of assets—Victoria National Golf Club, in Newburgh, Indiana, and Rich Harvest Farms in Sugar Grove, Illinois. Ranked #35 and #58, respectively, on Golf Digest’s 2011-12 listing of “America’s 100 Greatest Courses,” Victoria National and Rich Harvest Farms join more than 40 private clubs and resort courses that are part of The Tour Club’s offerings.
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Savvy globe-trotters, take note: Growing demand for members-only vacationing has fueled a resurgence of locally based destination clubs (see right) that combine the amenities of five-star hotels with the privacy of personal residences – without the hassles of second-home ownership – in exotic locations such as Bali or South Africa.
September Photo of the Month: Sail the Eastern Mediterranean with Silversea and Quintess Beyond
Quintess Beyond enables you to explore the world from the most intimate vantage points, from private safari vehicles in Africa to personal tour guides in Asia. Onboard the Silver Spirit, which is able to call at smaller harbors inaccessible to larger ships, you'll visit...
Linda Hampsten Brings Her International Talents to the Quintess Beyond Yoga Retreat Dining Table
To fuel the flow of those attending the Quintess Beyond Yoga Retreat this October, Linda Hampsten will be creating healthy, delicious cuisine. Linda lived in Italy and Switzerland for close to 15 years, working with many talented chefs who shared with her the secrets of their kitchens.
Finding Balance with Bali Malas at the Quintess Beyond Yoga Retreat
If you’ve seen the movie Eat, Pray, Love, you’re probably already acquainted with the beautiful work of Bali Malas. Now, we are excited to be giving their Balance mala to the women attending our Cabo yoga retreat in October. To find out more, we chatted with Karyn Robinson, who shared the unique story that makes up this particular mala.
The Dining Class: Cooking (or not) on Vacation
Whether you participate in the prep work or not, private chefs from The Quintess Collection are ready to cook for you, as well as get you into the kitchen for unique culinary classes and cooking experiences to match your vacation.





