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BROOMFIELD, Colo., Feb. 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Quintess, The Leading Residences of the World (LRW) launches Q Leading Experiences, a program designed to provide members with unique, specially created vacation experiences at specific hotels and resorts of The Leading Hotels of the World. From snorkeling around the Great Barrier Reef off of a semi-submersible speedboat to taking a private jeep-safari tour through the Croatian countryside, Quintess, LRW members will be able to create memories that last a lifetime. With Q Leading Experiences, Quintess, LRW has further opened up the globe to its members, enabling them to journey beyond the Club's portfolio to additional spectacular and exotic destinations.

Quintess, LRW has just announced Q Leading Experiences at four destinations and will continue to add additional experiences throughout the year. Quintess, LRW plans to offer 40 to 60 vacation packages in 10 to 15 destinations worldwide, based on member feedback and demand. Members may use up to ten base-plan nights per year for these customized trips, affording them the ability to enjoy additional effortless vacation experiences with the Quintess, LRW service standards that members have come to expect. Quintess, LRW is the only destination club with a luxury hotel hospitality partnership, which allows it to offer members such a program. These experiences further demonstrate the reach of Quintess, LRW's partnership with The Leading Hotels of the World, which has an 80-year history of delivering luxury travel. Now Quintess, LRW is able to create these custom packages so its members can have even more vacation experiences in each of these new destinations without the worries or hassles of planning.

"We recognize that travel is about the complete sensory experience," said Ben Addoms, Founder and EVP, Quintess, LRW. "With Q Leading Experiences, we can provide our discriminating members additional unforgettable vacations and memories, with the highest standard of hospitality in the most spectacular destinations worldwide."

Q Leading Experiences Include: PALAZZO ARZAGA SPA & GOLF RESORT Brescia, Italy
Immersed in the idyllic countryside of Lake Garda, the magnificent fifteenth century Palazzo Arzaga Spa & Golf Resort is set amongst a stunning backdrop of 356 acres of natural reserve. Members will spend an incredible six nights in a deluxe room for two situated in the Palazzo. They will have an opportunity to experience two of the finest golf courses in Northern Italy, designed by Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player. In addition, members will get a personal guided tour of the famed Mille Miglia Museum, dedicated to the celebration of the noted Mille Miglia Italy 1000-mile car race. Brescia hotels, Palazzo Arzaga Hotel Spa and Golf Resort, Lake Garda Italy hotels

DANAI BEACH RESORT & VILLAS Halkidiki, Greece
The Danai is a luxury resort set amongst white sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters on the Pine Coast of the Aegean Sea. Members will spend an incredible five nights in a 500-square-foot Danai Pool Suite overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, all the while indulging in the culinary delights at this resort. In addition, members will be hosted to a private boat tour along the coast of Mount Athos, the unique Monk Republic. Members will enjoy an onboard lunch while a personal guide explains the history of the monasteries. Upon return to the resort, members will be treated to massages at the world-class Danai Spa. Halkidiki hotels, Danai Beach Resort and Villas, Greece hotels

ADRIANA HVAR MARINA HOTEL & SPA Hvar, Croatia
Perched atop the promenade and facing the old city center, Adriana's views on Hvar Island combine the Cathedral, the Arsenal, the Venetian piazza, the yacht harbor and the bay all in one soft sweep of the eyes. For seven days, members will relax in their luxury rooms that seemingly float above the old city and azure bay. From a jeep safari through the villages of Hvar, a private fishing trip on the Adriatic, wine tasting in an authentic "konoba," or wine cellar, members will experience everything that this beautiful city has to offer. The Leading Hotels of the World

HAYMAN Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Australia
Situated alongside the splendor of one of the seven natural wonders of the world, Hayman is Australia's premier private island. Members will spend an incredible seven nights in one of Hayman's Pool or Lagoon Suites overlooking Hayman beach. No journey to Australia would be complete without swimming among the magnificent wildlife in the pristine waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Members will be escorted via Reef Dancer, Hayman's own semi-submersible speedboat, to the reef. Guests will have the opportunity to view the wonders of the reef with a snorkeling tour and from the comfort of the Reef Dancer's glass-viewing panels. Queensland hotels, Hayman, Hayman hotel, Hayman Australia hotel

About Quintess, The Leading Residences of the World
Quintess, The Leading Residences of the World is a luxury destination club that creates amazing personalized vacation experiences for its members. Quintess, LRW provides its members with access to 70+ multimillion-dollar residences in 30+ international resort and city destinations, including Aspen, Los Cabos, Florence, Hawaii, Jackson Hole, London, Napa Valley, New York City, Paris and Tuscany, among countless others. With 425+ members, the club's member-to-home ratio is six-to-one-one of the lowest in the industry. For more information please visit quintess.com.

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Helium Report...oops...I mean Halogen Guides has a write-up (dated 3-10-08) on the new Q Leading Experiences.

Destination Club Quintess Expands With New Travel Program | Halogen Guides - Luxury 2.0 Guides and Reviews

Quintess Michael

Quintess has released 5 more Leading Experiences.
These are at no additional cost to members, just regular plan night usage.

Quintess, LRW - Q Leading Experiences

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Michael Aumock
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Quintess, The Leading Residences of the World

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Stretch your imagination to the farthest corners of the continents. Through our partnership with The Leading Hotels of the World we will take you there with ever greater, life changing travel opportunities outside of the Club portfolio. Members may use up to 10 Base Plan nights for Q Leading Experiences.


Bora Bora » Bora Bora is one of the Leeward Islands within the French Polynesian archipelago. Created by volcanic activity, the island terrain supports tropical flora from breadfruit to coconut palms. The lagoon and barrier reef circle the remnants of an extinct volcano in the island’s center.



Boston, MA » Known as America's Walking City, Boston is compact, culturally rich and best explored on foot. The city is a shopper's paradise, offering something for everyone — from Newbury Street for high-end fashion to Charles Street for antiques to South End for home fashion.



Chatham, MA » From luxe spas and historical tours to renowned golf and oceanic adventures, Cape Cod delivers unmatched relaxation and recreation. The 550 miles of picturesque coastline, including the Cape Cod National Seashore Park, offers infinite discovery.



Florence, Italy » As the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence is rich with glorious artwork and cultural heritage, and undeniably one of the most glorious cities in the world. A romantic and beautiful city, Florence's relatively small size and numerous pedestrian zones make it easy and enjoyable to stroll around.



Great Barrier Reef, Australia » CNN refers to it as one of the seven natural wonders of the world, and just try to count the reasons why: 5,000 species of mollusk, 215 species of birds, 15 species of sea grass, 6 species of sea turtles, and countless other organisms live along the largest coral reef system on Earth.



Halkidiki, Greece » Greece is the pinnacle of inspiring culture, both past and present, set within the harmonious hues of sky, sea and sun. Whatever time you travel to this neoclassical country, Greece is always in season; ripe with abundant bougainvillea and fragrant jasmine adorning the balconied buildings.



Hvar, Croatia » The 250 miles of Adriatic coast creating the Croatian silhouette offer a diverse range of activities. Travel & Leisure magazine affirms Croatia as the premier destination in the Mediterranean region.



Lake Garda, Italy » Lake Garda is Italy's largest, nestled into the foothills of the splendid scenery of the Alps. Surrounded by the Dolomites of Brenta in the north and the gentle slopes of the morainic hills in the south, Lake Garda is a panoramic paradise.



Washington, DC » The United States strategically planned Washington, DC in the eighteenth century as its permanent capital along the banks of the Potomac River. Washington serves as the headquarters for numerous political, economic and social institutions.


Q Experiences

Q Experiences provide Members with unique vacation opportunities outside of the Club’s portfolio of multimillion-dollar residences. Every so often we discover a property that offers a specific ambience or activity that compliments a Quintess, LRW experience. Members may use up to eight of their plan nights for Q Experiences. Q Experience reservations are realized as one plan night used for every two nights in-residence. To reserve a Q Experience, please contact your Member & Travel Advisor directly.


Horseshoe Falls » An historic and exclusive Texas Hill Country resort where friends and family can gather together for exotic game viewing and trophy hunting, fishing, horseback riding, biking and pure relaxation.

pwrshift

But don't you just hate websites that force you to sign in before they let you see their wares? Poor play Quintess....I'll have to be satisfied dreaming about your competitors.

Kagehitokiri

not everything requires login. but yeah, it is annoying compared to other sites.

with these experience things, if it were possible to get a plan with say 18 nights (max of both experience things) and Q7's unlimited complimentary space available use, quintess could compete more with lusso and solstice in terms of entry price, and be competitive because of their additional offerings.

TarheelTraveler

Michael - There are several very nice options. Just curious, but are the Q trips limited to a certain number of members or are they limited based on provider availability? In other words, could all of the members select Bora Bora and go, assuming the provider has availability, or is there a certain allocation available for each trip (e.g., 5 Bora Bora trips in a year)?

Quintess Michael

Great Question Tarheel.
There are certain experiences that can only be made available on a first come basis. These would be things like the Hay-Adams 4th of July fireworks. For obvious reasons, there is going to be limited availability.

But most of our experience that are not "event specific" are available to the entire member base. We can all go to Bora Bora (and wouldn't THAT be a good time!), just not at the same time..

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Michael Aumock
Director, Membership Development
Quintess, The Leading Residences of the World

Quintess Michael

I will see what I can do, Kage

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Director, Membership Development
Quintess, The Leading Residences of the World

Kagehitokiri

id be concerned about the prospective members!

to be fair, IIRC quintess is not the only club with some login stuff. at least with equity estates, its partially because of their SEC classification.

Quintess Michael

Kage,
you can gain access pretty easily...just go through the motions of getting a Q access pass. You can even request that I am the only one to contact you. That will give you access to all but the member travel availability. You might get a monthly e-newsletter, but I can opt you out if you like.

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Michael Aumock
Director, Membership Development
Quintess, The Leading Residences of the World

Kagehitokiri

it seems i have an old login, as opposed to the new login, which makes it even weirder. i think i can see a few things when logged in, but most require the new login. (i do not need a new login, thanks.)

TarheelTraveler

Thanks, Michael.

Anyone know if ER's trips are like that?

For what it's worth, I also find the login thing pretty annoying. Even with the login, the information is pretty limited compared to Lusso, for example. Quintess has some fantastic homes, and you'd think you'd want to showcase them more. I know that some are showcased, but I think many would assume the ones that you can't see are not as nice, which may or may not be the case. I guess if someone registers, you do get a nice sales lead that you might not otherwise get.

LTTravel

All of ER's trips have limited availability (just as all the residences do) but that availability varies by the Once in a Lifetime event.
For example, There were several trips to the Kingdon of Bhutan, however, it was limited to 8 couples per trip. The trip to the Galapagos were also limited but I cannot recall the number of available spots. There are 4 Seabourn cruises, however, there are 100 rooms available per cruise.

Jetmikey