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CRYSTAL ISSUE FOUR 2010

ISSUE FOUR 2010

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Every journey began in Africa. Ali and Bono wear Edun; Ali carries the Louis Vuitton/Edun collaborative bag.

Profits from the bag, as well as Ali and Bono’s fee benefit Conservation Cotton Initiative Uganda.

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The new class of cool.

GranCabrio, BY MASERATI The Maserati GranCabrio has class, but doesn’t belong to one. Its magnificent 440hp 4.7 litre V8 engine leaves an impression that can easily become an obsession. And its exquisite interior makes a statement others would happily copy, if only that were possible. This is a car that makes others seem less, because it is so much more.

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Andrew Maccoll Photographer

Keely Atkins Art Director

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Born to a documentary producer mother and United Nations media Peace Prize winning father, Maccoll completed a degree in photography at GrifďŹ th University. While shooting for News Limited, Andrew worked across a range of titles including the Herald Sun and The Australian, photographing everything from former presidents to international celebrities.

In search of a new challenge, Andrew travelled to Melbourne to pursue his love of fashion photography.

Keely has been employed at Niche Media for 14 years, and during her tenure has designed and redesigned countless market-leading titles including graphic design bible Desktop, Australian Architectural Review and (inside) interior design review. Keely brings both artistic air and a strong sense of the need for not just a creative solution to a brief but also for effective work that brings results for clients. Her love and passion for publication design is clearly portrayed in every project.

ᇊ㹸㎼㢭㔊á¨?âŹ†äŁĄăŠŽăŞ˘ăŠŽă‘‰â˜¨ă„žăŻą ⧧㎼㢭âž?â§Šŕ¤Œă‚…ĺ? â§§ăŠżáż˛â˜§ăť™â˜¨âĄ– ăŻąáą¨ĺ¤¸âśŒáŹ¸ăľ€â˘ŽăŞ†âžŚă™ąâ–™ŕ°˘*ULIĂ WK 8QLYHUVLW\ ă žâ’ąâź—áˆľăą˜ŕ°˘ă˘­áŽŁăľ€á¨? 㨰➎㹸㌎⤇㙜1HZV /LPLWHGăˆˆáˆľâ˜¨ ă&#x; á‹Ťáą¨â‰ â˜Śĺ’şä”?ăľžá¨?áŽśăĽ¸ĺŒśăœĄäľ? ৅Ꭱ+HU͆OG 6XQ ⧧᎜≲㝀㑉৅Ꭱ7KH $XVWU͆OL͆Qâ˜ŹăŽĽăĽĽâźœŐ•ă‚…ă¨•âť˛áą¨áˆľăą˜ âŁźâ†Žŕš›âžšáą¨ŕťˆă?°âľ’âšťâ˜Ąŕ¤Œäˇ ăƒƒâ˝ƒâ?Ľ ăŽĽâœšăžƒáŽŁá¨?âź—ŕąŽăŽłă¨°â˜¨ă?Şá °áą¨â‰ â˜Ś ĺ’şŇ?â˜Ąă„ąáŹ¸âŒŞáą¨ă&#x;Şă”ŠäťŹăšłăšąáŤ…ŕž?☨ á‹Ťă”Œáˆľăą˜áŽŁ

⏽夏㎝⯯á¨?1LFKH 0HGL͆㨕❲ ă…°ăş? ⳕṨ㋌乤㲜㰳Ϗ㴿㲜㰳⟗ቯăş?â?ĽâŠş â˜¨ă—Šŕ§ˆäżźăĽ¸â“žâŠ”ăŁĄáą¨âŠŞâ¸śăŠżă‚Žă˛śă°ł â˜¨âžˆâŻŻáŽśă˝ ă‚ŽáŽˇ'HVNWRSᎢ᎜≲▙⺉ Ќ⯟âĽ?ăłœăśˇáŽˇ$XVWU͆OL͆Q $UFKLWHFWXU͆O 5HYLHZṨ㎞⭆᎜Ṥ‍â?Š×¤â€ŹáąĽáŽˇă—Œâ€Ť×¤â€Źă˛ś ă°łăłœăśˇáŽŁâŹ˝ĺ¤Źâ?Ľăş›ă˜żă§–㏇⤞ă˝&#x;㴣Ṩ ĎŹăŽ’ăľ€ä˘‘ăŻŒăŽłă¨°â˜¨ă&#x; ውṨă&#x; á–…ăşşă­ż 㞗㊚䓰Ⓓâś?á ´ă……â˜¨â˜¨â’ąă¨•ăŠ‚áŽŁăľ€ăšľ â˜¨ăšąăą¸äž‹ă……ăş˛â›žă…˘ŕŞ‚âś„â˜Ąăšľŕą°â“žâŠ” ă˛śă°łâ˜¨áŤ…ŕž?Ꭳ

Kylie Flavell Features Editor â€Ťâş€ŘŤâ€ŹáŽ¤âĄƒâ¸ťâąŚáŹ¸ ๭倰ⲠäŽ&#x; Kylie Flavell has lived everywhere from Japan to Spain to Italy and is  uent in both Japanese and Italian.

She has written for The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald, as well as luxury design, yachting and business publications. As a shameless Italophile, her favourite CRYSTAL interviews include the Bulgari family, Wally yachts and the inimitable Donatella Versace.

ŕťˆă‘“âŒŞâ˜ĄăŁŠâŠŽăŤŹâ˜Ąâť…â–™âş‰áą¨â€Ťâş€ŘŤâ€ŹáŽ¤ âĄƒâ¸ťâąŚáŹ¸âż?âłĽă–şâ°ťâ˘•â˜źáą¨â˛˝ă&#x;œă‘“ăľż ⧧❅▙⺉㾿Ꭳ㚾㾞㾀᎜ው■৅Ꭱ 7KH $JH Ꭲ᎜㼔ㅧ⒧䢯৅Ꭱ7KH 6\G QH\ 0RUQLQJ +HU͆OGṨ㎞⭆㔙Ⓠ㊚㲜 㰳Ꭲ䓏ă&#x;›â§§ă”ˆá“źĺ ‚â“žâŠ”ăŁĄă”‹âˆ›â?™ă˘ś 㡌Ꭳ㞗á¨?ăŽĽăƒƒâ?Ľăˇżâ?ĽâśŤâť…▙⺉⡠ፅ ă¸ƒáą¨ăšľâ˜¨áŽśă™Śâ˛šáŽˇâ˜§ăŻŒăş?㞗⊪⸜๤ â˘?夏%XOJ͆UL⭨㞅Ꭲă?€âť˛:͆OO\ä“Źă&#x;›áą¨ ăŽžâ­†âœ‚âŹ’ăœ&#x;⸝Ꭴ⣟㙴㸀'RQ͆WHOO͆ 9HUV͆FHâ˜¨â€ˆâ­¨ă˛łăś¨áŽŁ

Julia Garvey Fashion Editor ä?…âş€ĐŚÂˆâ­¤âąŚ á‹Ťă”Œâ˛ äŽ&#x; With a degree in Communication Design at RMIT University in Melbourne, Julia ďŹ rst travelled to Sydney to work within a creative agency specialising in corporate communications before taking on her true passion and  air for the fashion industry. Julia is now based back in Melbourne, utilising both her writing and styling skills across a selection of international and local publications, including CRYSTAL and the Welcome To luxury travel series.

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James Halliday Wine Writer ăˇ–ă„˝ă™ąáŽ¤âĽšâťŽâ˜Ś âł˜ăłœăž—â­¨ James Halliday is a winemaker (Brokenwood 1970-83, Coldstream Hills 1985-now) and wine writer (1969-now). His published work includes 60-plus books and thousands of articles. He partakes in incessant domestic and overseas travel and his great love is Burgundy.

ăˇ–ă„˝ă™ąáŽ¤âĽšâťŽâ˜Śă— ăŽĽă˘­äš?âł˜ŕˇĽáą¤áŠš ă…„âł˜ăŒ§ %URNHQZRRG Ṩ⚲ă?¨ă“š âł˜ăŒ§ &ROGVWUH͆P +LOOV ㅰ㺣⹅Ṽ â­źâł˜ăłœăž—â­¨áą¤ ă…°ăşŁâą…áąĽáŽŁăšłâ˜¨ 㝚㞗⊪⸜ âœ‚âŒŞá?°áą¨ăŽžâ­†á‰Żă?§ăŠŹă˘ś ăˇŚáŽŁăšłâ’‹ă…°ĺˆżâ?Ľă&#x;—ă?™â˜źăľ€ŕ¤Œâ€Ť×¤â€Źă –âż? 㨞Ṩ㞎ŕž?â˜¨âł˜ă— â?”ĺ”„â˜žáŽŁ

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Aboard the 㔙㏀㜌ⶼ䋝㺐⿍

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Extravagant train travel is on the rise. Discover that being aboard Australia’s Indian Pacific allows an opulent escape from reality.

WORDS: MATTHEW MCGUIGAN

C For a new luxury travel experience, consider a journey on Australia’s Indian Pacific rail service

elebrated author of A Passage to India, E M Forster, wrote that, “Railway termini are our gates to the glorious and the unknown. Through them we pass out into adventure and sunshine.” This attitude lives on in the famous train voyages that entice holidaymakers the world over. Like the Orient Express and Canada’s Rocky Mountaineer trips, Australia’s Indian Pacific train journey is world renowned for introducing travellers to the breathtaking outback landscape that this piece of the world has to offer.

Without a doubt travelling overland by train remains one of the most romantic means of travel. As you glide along, transported through some of the world’s most sublime landscapes, you encounter an experience of a country that neither air travel nor driving (no matter how stylish the conveyance) allows. No need to pass through security, concentrate on the road ahead or pull over to fill up. Just order your favourite glass, turn off the phone and lose yourself in the passing panorama, without a care in the world.

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this page and opposite: The Indian Pacific traversed through a range of Australian landscapes – from the lush Blue Mountains, majestic Outback and the adventurous Nullarbor Plain

magnificent outback scenery, then South Australia’s rolling hills of green, featuring valleys dotted with world-class wineries, on the way to its final destination: the beautiful Western Australian city of Perth, home to Burswood Entertainment Complex.

And what’s the best way to experience this journey? Tony Braxton-Smith, chief executive officer of Great Southern Rail, the host of the Indian Pacific rail passage, believes that it’s hard to go past the Platinum Package. For three nights, guests are pampered in the same way they would be in a luxury hotel, with access to sumptuous treats in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant Car and the lavish features and beverages of the Outback Explorer Lounge. “Platinum has been available on the Indian Pacific since 2008. It was available over the summer period last year and it was so popular that we decided to bring it back on a full-time basis from November 2010. It features a deluxe carriage with a design inspired by the Eastern and Orient express in Asia and the Blue Train in South Africa.�

Passengers can look forward to a well-decorated, spacious cabin featuring ultra-comfortable beds and private en suite, along with additional indulgences reserved for Platinum guests, which Braxton-Smith says signifies the level of hospitality reserved for VIP travellers. “We’ve also added a number of touches, such as afternoon teas and complimentary nightcaps, just to add to the experience,� says Braxton-Smith.

Travellers looking to take pleasure in the journey with a little more opulence can book one of four private carriages: the Prince of Wales, the Sir John Forrest, the Chairman or the Governor, which are uniquely configured so that their features match up with passengers’ needs. “For example,� explains Braxton-Smith, “the Prince of Wales is the historic carriage with accommodation for 10. It was

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built for the 1920 Australia visit from the Prince of Wales at the time, who used it to visit communities where he entertained the local dignitaries and, as rumour has it, some of the young ladies.

“It is just magnificently finished in rich timbers and it is very much like stepping back a hundred years in terms of the timeless environment you step into and its regal qualities.”

Private carriage passengers can choose to dine in the Queen Adelaide or have their meals prepared aboard their carriage by a private chef. The Chairman’s Carriage has a private dining room, which seats all guests and its own kitchen, and it comes with the option of a dedicated chef and cabin attendant to pander to everyone’s needs.

A number of local and international celebrities have enjoyed the experience of a journey aboard the Indian Pacific.

“We’ve had more than I probably know about, but one I looked after myself was [Melbourne-born] actress Rachel Griffiths, who came Down Under on a trip with her family. We’ve had a number of Hollywood and local celebrities travel with us over the years.”

But it’s the panoramic views from all of the carriages, both private and others, that allow passengers to best survey the land’s natural beauty. Areas that the Indian Pacific passes

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Private carriage passengers can choose to dine in the Queen Adelaide or have the option of having their meals prepared aboard their carriage by a private chef.

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“Without a doubt travelling overland by train remains one the most romantic means of travel. As you glide along, transported through some of the world’s most sublime landscapes, you encounter an experience of a country that neither air travel nor driving… allows.”

While relaxing on board in style, passengers are afforded the opportunity to explore examples of Australia’s colourful history and expansive countryside

through include the iconic red dunes west of Kalgoorlie and the lush Avon Valley.

“If you wake up at sunrise as I do, by the morning you get to the Nullabor Plain, a vast expanse of saltbush covered landscape. You’ll see eagles floating above the plain and other wildlife... by the early evening you get to the red dune country, which glows as the sun sets,” says Braxton-Smith.

The whole journey takes three days and three nights and, for significant periods of time, there is no phone or internet reception – only the scenery to help you to relax into a different pace of life.

“We say that it’s about shared adventures, travelling through a rich tapestry of landscapes,” says Braxton-Smith.

“It’s an adventure into the unknown because in our daily lives we generally go on a plane to get from A to B, and the only thing we see are the clouds or the back of the seat in front of us.

“One hundred and twenty years ago, the crossing from one side of the country to the other was a perilous journey that only a handful of people ever did. We try to give a little bit of a taste of what that adventure was like, albeit in a more luxurious setting.”

Widely regarded as one of the great rail journeys of the world, travelling on the Indian Pacific can be your lavish ticket to seeing parts of Australia that many others have never seen.

As St Augustine so memorably said, “The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.” C

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hether you are visiting City of Dreams to indulge in its signature cuisine or to lose yourself in a world of entertainment, to catch up with friends or find refuge with that special someone, there is one experience you should not miss – the unrivalled pleasures of The Spa at Crown, Crown Towers (The Spa). From its wide range of treatments and experiences, down to the smallest design detail, The Spa has been custom-made to transport you into a world of quiet retreat, far from the bustle of the world below. It is a safe haven where troubles and worries evaporate – like the mist of the ‘Crystal Steam’, one of the many unique treatments available at The Spa. The contemporary elegance of The Spa’s interiors was designed by award-winning interior designers Jeffrey Copolov and Jan Eastwood of Australian architects Bates Smart.

Having worked on Crown projects for well over a decade, Copolov is familiar with the level of quality each project requires.

Much of the materials, furniture, lighting and fittings is custommade and tailored for each project. As Copolov says, “No two projects are the same. So we started The Spa at Crown by carefully researching what was needed, asking who is the client, what is the local culture and what is the space for?” Having thoroughly explored what was needed, then came the task of bringing in fine silks and embroidery, natural stone flooring, mosaic tiles and, of course, imperial sized spa baths, to create a series of unique relaxing interiors.

Asked what design element was most important to the success of The Spa, Copolov says, “What was important to us, more than any single design element, was the need for the whole spa experience to flow seamlessly together, creating a fluid, almost liquid planning between the rooms and spaces.”

Fluid is the word, with the interiors featuring long sensuously curving walls that organically link all The Spa’s spaces – reception and arrival, initial consultation rooms, private treatment rooms, gymnasium and pool, hair dressing and beauty salon, vitality pools and a series of private courtyard gardens.

It is testament to the design skills of the designers that these spaces, moving from the shared space of pre-relaxation, through to the more private spa and massage rooms, finished off with post-relaxation spaces, are both artfully planned and enchantingly theatrical. In fact the interior design extends beyond The Spa itself, to how it fits into the overall City of Dreams resort, with lifts conveniently located so that VIP guests at the penthouse levels can visit The Spa with ease and discretion.

One of the many balancing acts that the designers had to consider was the need to create visual interest – textures, colours, materials – yet maintain the overall sense of calm tranquillity. A delicate balancing act, as there is perhaps no other environment where a heightened awareness of the senses is a vital design ingredient, and therefore sounds, light, temperature, scent, touch, feel and sight all need to be delicately controlled. Though the design is imbued with a sense of simplicity and calm throughout, clearly for the designers it was a carefully executed orchestration of elements. André Previn would have been proud!

Along with the interior’s sensuous materials, the designers worked with world-renowned lighting expert company, PointOfView, to help create a crafted lighting experience – light being one of the most important ingredients that determines an interior’s atmosphere. For example, the ‘experience showers’ feature integrated LED mosaic tiles that are programmed to cycle between shades of blue for the cool shower and red, orange and amber for the warm. Each spa room is carefully lit with low-level peaceful ambient lighting, the only exception being the plunge pools. Brightly lit, they become a theatrical centrepiece to each spa. The yin and yang, you may say, of drama and serenity.

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“What was important to us, more than any single design element, was the need for the whole spa experience to flow seamlessly…” Jeffrey Copolov, Bates Smart

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Natural design elements of The Spa at Crown blend seamlessly with the striking, contemporary architecture

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Enjoy double the relaxation at The Spa at Crown

For all its delight and wonder, The Spa does have a number of practical challenges, such as the use of soft fabrics and comfortable delicate materials throughout in an environment where heat, moisture and humidity create demanding conditions for delicate materials. There’s also the technology, which is world leading, but needed to be subtly and unobtrusively installed. “The Spa is a highly technical place, with a range of leading facilities available; however, we needed to design The Spa so that the equipment largely disappears. We didn’t, after all, want it to look and feel in any way clinical,” says Copolov.

There are individual spas and also couple suites. The latter have their own private entrances, changing rooms, twin massage beds, double showers and large daybeds looking over their own landscaped courtyards. One of the couple spas is even fitted out as a residential unit, for the ultimate spa experience, where you needn’t leave the suite for your entire stay. For the ultimate rejuvenation.

As to how this spa differs from other projects, such as the recent Metropol Spa also designed by Copolov, the interior designer says, “It is quite different in a number of ways, including the Asian motifs in the decorative elements and the dark earthy colours. We were also, for example, told that clients here often mix work with pleasure, discussing business with colleagues while at The Spa. Consequently the lounges have more space to allow such opportunities.”

Taken as a whole, The Spa at Crown balances all these things with a poetic simplicity – the practical and the sumptuous, the fun and the tranquil, the social and the private, outside and inside – to create an experience unlike any other.

It may be one of the largest spas in Asia, but the attention to detail and exacting standards of The Spa’s designers have created an experience that caters to the precise desires of each and every guest. C

Taken as a whole, The Spa at Crown balances all these things with a poetic simplicity – the practical and the sumptuous, the fun and the tranquil, the social and the private, outside and inside – to create an experience unlike any other.

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The Best Holiday I Have Ever Had. An adventure on the TRUE NORTH is one of Australia’s most revered tourism experiences. This purpose-built adventure platform is able to access wilderness well beyond the reach of larger vessels. All cruises are activity based and include frequent daily excursions. Also featured is the TRUE NORTH’S unequalled service, stunning cuisine and, an Australian crew. Multiple expedition boats (not zodiacs) encounter wilderness in small groups and to add yet another dimension to adventure, most cruise options feature an onboard helicopter. Discover for yourself why our guests consistently remark “that’s the best holiday I have ever had!”

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STAGE

Whether in town for business or pleasure, an evening in London’s historic West End theatre district is simply a must.

WORDS: BRENDAN MCKNIGHT

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nly a short journey from Aspinalls, London’s majestic West End theatre district hosts an incredibly vast array of world-class performances that guarantee a memorable evening hosted by some of the finest actors, composers and directors anywhere. From the Royal Opera House and the National Theatre to the Palladium and Donmar Theatre, London presents such a superb blend of spectacular musicals and distinguished plays that there is truly something to appeal to every taste.

With a resurgence that has seen London’s theatre box office receipts topping half a billion pounds and record attendances of over 14 million theatre visitors annually, recent highlights include War Horse, All My Sons, The Woman in Black and, of course, Agatha Christie’s everpopular murder mystery The Mousetrap, Mousetrap, which celebrates its 58th year in the West End this year.

Audiences come from all over the globe to visit London’s magnificent theatre district, not only to enjoy the spectacle, but to also be mesmerised by the more than 40 prestigious theatres – many of which are Heritage-listed and conjure up celebrated names such as Sir Noël Coward and Sir Laurence Olivier.

“All of the West End theatres are special in their own way, with many of them being historic buildings and attractions in their own right,” explains Howard Aldridge at Aspinalls. “The reputation of British actors, dating back to the early 1900s, is legendary, so people naturally associate the West End with quality performances. This remains the same today.”

London’s theatrical tradition dates back to before Shakespeare and over the years has enjoyed royal patronage that saw the Victorian era become a golden age for theatre buildings, many of which are now over 150 years old. “We are very lucky that the majority of theatres have survived and that we continue to have a flourishing theatre industry. We run a fascinating monthly walking tour from April through to October explaining some of the history,” says Emma De Souza, development manager of Society of London Theatre.

Having a hugely vibrant commercial sector that often sees major players such as Sir Cameron Mackintosh and Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber enjoying massive success, London also has some truly wonderful state-funded theatre. Many of its biggest impresarios are also some of London’s largest theatre owners, thus there is a vested interest in supporting the West End and building on its prestigious and historic appeal. The phenomena of casting by TV and celebrity involvement also ensure London’s theatre success, where a prominent celebrity can often have a significant impact on ticket sales, particularly as a limited run creates a sense of event theatre. Celebrity participation is also a brilliant way for audiences to access lesser known plays, with recent examples including Keira Knightley in The Misanthrope, Misanthrope, Harry Potter’s Daniel Radcliffe in Equus and Whoopi Goldberg co-producing the stage version of Sister Act. To ensure that your evening is memorable, the staff at Aspinalls are more than happy to book tickets on your behalf. “We have a good relationship with several theatre booking agents and can usually source tickets, even for the most popular shows, at short notice,” says Howard Aldridge. “Many guests often return to Aspinalls after a show for supper to round off a perfect evening.” C

Current highlights The Wizard of Oz (from March 2011) This new production of The Wizard of Oz, developed from the much loved 1939 MGM screenplay contains all of the ever-popular songs, plus some new numbers by theatre legend Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber. Dorothy will be played

by Danielle Hope, winner of a BBC TV talent show.

The Lion King The immensely popular and internationally acclaimed stage adaption of Disney’s hugely successful animated film. Listen to a score featuring Elton John and Tim Rice’s Academy Award-winning Can You Feel the Love Tonight? and watch as the stage is magically transformed into the African plains with awardwinning costumes inspired by African culture.

Love Never Dies In the sequel to The Phantom of the Opera, the story is set 10 years after the Phantom’s mysterious departure from the Paris Opera House; he now haunts the Coney Island fairground.

Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber’s newest show features an acclaimed score of outstanding haunting melodies and an inspired plot of obsession and intrigue.

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In the Crown store, clients will be spoilt with a private VIP salon.

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LOVE OF LV

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With an extravagant new store in Crown Melbourne and an array of exclusive pieces for the one who already has everything, Louis Vuitton is now more seductive than ever before.

WORDS: KYLIE FLAVELL

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’m on a date in Piazza San Lorenzo in Lucina in Rome with a dangerously handsome Italian. He’s charming, chiselled and wearing a perfectly cut navy suit, but he’s failing to hold my gaze. Across from the café is a Louis Vuitton store and I cannot take my eyes off the window.

It’s transporting. Classic trunks trimmed with golden brass and deep brown leather sit so majestically, whispering of a journey that would whisk you away to somewhere exotic. Arranged on top of the trunks are clutches aching with femininity and handbags in shapes echoing 1950s glamour. The checkerboard Damier canvas is my personal weakness. The rich shades of milk and dark chocolate render each bag like some deliciously decadent confectionary, finished with the subtle glint of a golden zip and padlock…

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The rich shades of milk and dark chocolate render each bag like some deliciously decadent confectionary, finished with the subtle glint of a golden zip and padlock…

The Asnières workshop: left: Saddle-stitching, using two needles and linen thread coated with beeswax, is just one of the traditional techniques perpetuated at Asnières. right: The corners and edges of hard-frame luggage are protected by lozine, an exceptionally strong vulcanized fibre exclusive to Louis Vuitton. Here, a nail is carefully hammered into the lozine.

Several thousand nails may be used in the making of a trunk. © Emmanuel Layani

Yes, I’m somewhat enchanted by this brand, but in my defence we are not discussing one of the many imitators; Louis Vuitton has been the last word in luxury for over 150 years. It doesn’t cut corners and has never demeaned its products by resorting to discounting. It continually evolves, attracting talent such as the ingenious designer Marc Jacobs, and more recent collaborators such as film director Sofia Coppola, and yet every piece still carries the signature of an elusive era markedly more refined than the present day. This year, Louis Vuitton has been busier than ever, bringing us a heightened level of craftsmanship, limited edition products and a new store in Australia that rivals any luxury experience the world over.

Crown in Melbourne has always boasted a Louis Vuitton store, with the hotel and fashion brand’s mutual devotion to tailored luxury a clear synergy; however, this new store takes things to another level entirely. It is now almost three times the size, furnished with the latest aesthetics and architecturally engineered by Louis Vuitton’s store projects team in Paris. This is a store for serious aficionados for whom the purchasing of a product, the intimacy with the label, attention to detail and a sophisticated level of customer service are as much a part of the ‘LV experience’ – and arguably as pleasurable – as what you take home in your chocolate brown carry bag.

In the Crown store, clients will be spoilt with a private VIP salon and a range of rare pieces for those in search of something quite individual. Philip Corne, chief executive officer,

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In celebration of the opening, exclusive timepieces will be available, which feature an original ‘Spin Time’ mechanism, created by watch movement designer Gildas Le Doussal and the very first watches of their kind on offer anywhere in the world. This mechanism is eccentric in that it enables the watch to operate without hour hands. Instead, rotating cubes exist at each of the 12 ‘hour’ positions. This design concept epitomises what Corne believes is Louis Vuitton’s strength in catering to those who seek not just a quality luxury piece, but also something unique and the quintessence of sophistication.

After all, true luxury is all about creating and customising according to the client’s personal taste. If you think this international fashion house is too grand to fulfil such a timeintensive criteria, think again. Louis Vuitton prides itself on personalisation. It creates around 450 custom pieces each year, each and every one crafted from beginning to end by a single specialist.

It is widely acknowledged that authentic luxury is becoming harder to find and many high-end brands are criticised for their

left: Tambour Spin Time Joaillerie watch made in 18 carat white gold, and set with black and white diamonds below: The living room of the Vuitton family home © Antoine Rozes

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“When Sofia visited with the intention of designing the ‘perfect’ bag, this project transformed into the design of a new collection for Louis Vuitton.” Philip Corne

subservience to the masses. Louis Vuitton will not allow itself to fall into this category. “The rich savoir faire and craftsmanship behind special orders and the personalisation of products allow Louis Vuitton to counter this notion of ‘mass market’,” Corne affirms. “Louis Vuitton has always offered customers the possibility of producing special orders to cater to a specific need or fulfil a particular desire. Today, we comply with the most exceptional requests – a travel safe or a portable library, for example. We’re seeing an increasing interest in customised products and we welcome this trend as it’s very consistent with the DNA of Louis Vuitton.”

Can’t decide on what it is you’d like created, but you’re after something exclusive? Louis Vuitton is one well-heeled step ahead. The Crown Melbourne store features a collection of the strictly numbered, limited edition Fall Winter ‘Les Extraordinaires’ bags, the ‘Les Ardentes’ fine jewellery collection and an exclusive range of hard-sided pieces, including casino trunks with roulette table and poker set. These bespoke pieces are hand selected from the Louis Vuitton Special Orders workshop in Asnières, France.

And what better way to individualise a new collection than to call upon an individual renowned for her distinct creative perspective. “When we speak of innovation, we can refer to the relationship that Louis Vuitton has with Sofia Coppola as an example,” explains CEO Corne. “Sofia Coppola epitomises the Louis Vuitton woman; she has a rich appreciation in the heritage of the brand, as well as being able to link the spirit of adventure and journey.

“When Sofia visited the Asnières workshop with the intention of designing the ‘perfect’ bag, this project transformed into the design of a new collection for Louis Vuitton. This collection has proven so popular we have just released a new range of colours and styles. In addition, a hard-sided case commissioned by Sofia to house the Bose sound system will be featured in Louis Vuitton’s latest book 100 Legendary Trunks.”

Whether your weakness be bags, watches or something entirely personal yet to be crafted in the Special Orders workshop in France, it isn’t very hard to get swept up in the beauty of leather, luxury and travel that is Louis Vuitton.

Back in Rome we finish our espresso and get up to leave.

My date seems perplexed as to why I’ve been so distracted the entire time. Then he too catches sight of the Louis Vuitton window and he turns to me, “By any chance, would you like to do a little shopping?” It’s impossible to remain nonchalant. I can already imagine the smell of new leather… that shock of rich red lining when you open the zip… a classic trunk for a romantic journey by train perhaps, with my initials hand-painted on the side…

“I thought you’d never ask.” C

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The world’s first commercial spaceline, Virgin Galactic and its custom-built spaceships modelled on the remarkable history-making SpaceShipOne, will soon allow suborbital space tourism for the first time in aviation history.

WORDS: BRENDAN MCKNIGHT

e live in a world of cutting edge and fast-paced innovation, one where we acknowledge and accept a rate of transformation that even the generation before us could not have foreseen.

A world where everything is accessible and almost any possibility is available at our leisure.

Historically this has excluded space travel, and while this apex of human endeavour was achieved almost half a century ago, it has remained a dream for the countless men and women who wish to cross the final frontier. While there are a handful of companies working extremely hard in the race to make this possible, Virgin Galactic has triumphed over all obstacles and ignited the imagination of millions to conceive a fresh, superior and revolutionary way for an elite few to experience and discover exactly what it means to make these dreams a reality.

Given the nature of this project, the journey to bring this grand endeavour to life has been a tremendous task, crafted and created by some of the most experienced and pioneering aviation designers, engineers and experts in the world. Virgin Galactic and its team have now conceived a system that far exceeds their upmost safety standards, environmental impact benchmarks and high customer expectations. “Our suborbital space trips promise to be the most intense and wonderful experiences that our passengers have ever had,” explains Richard Branson, chairman of Virgin Group. “This experience is at the heart of our ability to offer a breathtaking journey in an environment that will be as safe as we can possibly make it, and of course in the style that Virgin is so rightly recognised for.”

“Our suborbital space trips promise to be the most intense and wonderful experiences that our passengers have ever had.” – Richard Branson

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inset images: Illustrations of Virgin Galactic astronauts enjoying weightlessness in the spacious SpaceShipTwo cabin. main image: SpaceShipTwo is released from VMS Eve. Images courtesy of Virgin Galactic

Featuring some of the most innovative engineering and aviation design, Virgin Galactic’s spaceship, SpaceShipTwo and mother ship, WhiteKnightTwo are bigger, faster, safer and more environmentally responsible than ever before. With a fundamentally straightforward design, their 100 percent carbon fibre composite construction is exceptionally strong, light and resilient, as well as energy efficient. Dual-pilot operation ensures that vehicle critical systems have back-ups including a human element and, as lead designer Burt Rutan explains, SpaceShipTwo has a unique feathering configuration, allowing the craft to re-enter the atmosphere in a carefree fashion. “What this means is that a pilot or computer doesn’t have to perfectly line the spaceship up – it can come into the atmosphere at any angle and it will straighten itself out. It’s just that simple.�

Perhaps the foremost point of difference in Virgin’s approach is the innovative system whereby the spaceship launches in the air horizontally, minimising rocket burn and increasing safety. SpaceShipTwo encompasses an amazingly spacious cabin, allowing more room for each astronaut than any prior manned spaceship in history. Every effort and meticulous consideration has been placed into the window design, providing ample 42-centimetre diameter viewing portals that are larger than those found on any commercial aircraft, allowing for uninterrupted views as you look back onto Earth.

When Virgin first revealed its spaceship system in New York, the awe-inspiring aircraft and spaceship livery identity was also unveiled, designed by renowned French designer Philippe Starck. Perhaps the biggest delight and surprise though concerned Richard Branson’s mother Eve, when Branson revealed that not only would the first mother ship be named in her honour (VMS Eve), but also that the ‘Galactic Girl’ motif that is to appear prominently on all spacecraft, was based on a photograph of Eve as a young woman. “If you’re going to build a mother ship, it’s only right that you should name it after your mother,� exclaims Branson.

Virgin Galactic’s home will be at Spaceport America, located near Upham in south-west New Mexico. The world’s first purpose built commercial spaceport, Spaceport America utilises cutting edge technologies and will not only be a benchmark and state-of-the-art facility for space travel, but will also embody best practice in its use of renewable energy.

The team at any of Crown’s properties would be delighted to contact the Virgin Galactic sales team on your behalf to enquire about an exclusive booking, which includes training, the spaceflight and accommodation at the spaceport on a full-board basis. You will also be able to bring guests and family along to share this tremendous experience, as Virgin Galactic plans to build a specific hotel allowing non-astronauts to interact, follow and be part of your incredible experience along the way.

After three days of rigorous training including G force preparation, safety guidance and instruction enabling you to take full advantage of every second of your breathtaking journey, you are suited and buckled into your seat on SpaceShipTwo, eagerly anticipating the experience that is only moments ahead of you. The mother ship horizontally launches from the ground, carrying SpaceShipTwo, and once both craft reach 50,000 feet, the spaceship is released from the mother ship and air-launched to Mach 4. You are instantly pinned to your seat in an acceleration that has you travelling in a matter of seconds at over three times the speed of sound.

At 328,000 feet, you cross the ‘edge of space’, the boundary between the Earth’s atmosphere and outer space, the KĂĄrmĂĄn line, where you now become an astronaut and a pioneer of this new space age. Through the windows you can see the sky has turned from blue to black, and at 361,000 feet, you reach Virgin

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“This experience is at the heart of our ability to offer a breathtaking journey in an environment that will be as safe as we can possibly make it, and of course in the style that Virgin is so rightly recognised for.� – Richard Branson

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Conceptual design of Spaceport America

by Foster + Partners.

Image courtesy of Foster + Partners

Galactic’s planned altitude. Suddenly the engines are turned off and you find yourself in humbling silence as you realise that you are liberated from the gravity that has dictated every move since you were born.

You unbuckle yourself and experience freedom like no other, which even your senses are trying hard to describe.

After a graceful mid-space somersault you head to one of the windows and see the planet Earth – an image you have seen countless times in movies and books, but this time there are no marked boundaries and you experience first-hand the infinity of space. “When you look out the window and you can see the curvature and the edge of the earth, and this thin blue line that is the atmosphere and the colours and the texture on the ground – it’s a mind-blowing thing to see… a remarkable experience,” remarks Mike Melvill, test pilot, SpaceShipOne. Once you are buckled back into your seat, the gravity starts to return and the spaceship begins its elegant glide back home.

Later that evening, you are rewarded with your astronaut wings and have become one of the prestigious few who have crossed the final frontier.

Virgin Galactic is currently in an exhaustive test flight program and will launch once happy with the results. Beginning with one flight per week, Virgin Galactic plans to gradually increase flight frequency until it has the capacity to fly at least once a day. Each flight can hold up to six passengers and two pilots, and every passenger will travel First Class with a window seat and ample room to experience floating in zero gravity.

Alternatively, you may wish to charter a flight to have a spaceship all to yourself, or choose those who will join you.

Seats are selling quickly, so buckle up to become part of the first generation of space tourists, to marvel at the beauty of our planet and experience the blackness, the amazing sensation of weightlessness and the exhilarating freedom of space. C

Buckle up to become part of the first generation of space tourists, to marvel at the beauty of our planet and experience the blackness, the amazing sensation of weightlessness and the exhilarating freedom of space.

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Natural brilliance

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Resting on the magnificent Swan River, Burswood Entertainment Complex is the perfect retreat for visitors from far and wide, combining the beauty of the Western Australian coastline with the best in five-star luxury accommodation and leisure facilities. Chief executive officer, Barry Felstead, is leading the way in Western Australian luxury accommodation and entertainment, offering a range of exciting developments throughout the world-class fully integrated resort.

WORDS: JULIA GARVEY

Your position within the Crown Limited Group involves an extensive and varied range of responsibilities. What specifically attracted you to the role of chief executive officer at Burswood?

From a personal perspective, Perth is a brilliant location with a fantastic climate, amazing beaches and rivers, clean fresh air, a laid back lifestyle, great schools and exceptionally friendly people. I have a young family and they love it here in Perth.

From a professional perspective, it is incredibly exciting to be involved with Burswood as it evolves into an international fully integrated resort. We have completed some fantastic developments to date including a number of great restaurants and our world-class accommodation offering – our Infinity Suites.

I am also very lucky to have a great team here at Burswood, who consistently deliver outstanding service to our guests.

The property provides a range of activities designed to be enjoyed by VIP guests during their stay. What are some of the more popular services and experiences offered at Burswood that set it apart as a luxury holiday destination?

The Mediterranean climate and our natural attractions set Perth apart as a luxury holiday destination. Offering pristine beaches, the Swan River and regional Western Australian coastline, it features some of the best fishing and scuba diving in the world, spectacular wine regions and a vibrant and exciting restaurant culture. At Burswood we enhance the experience with excellent resort facilities and luxurious accommodation.

Burswood’s VIP guests are able to take advantage of a range of world-class facilities, ranging from a discreet private Club Lounge for breakfast or aperitifs before dinner, 24-hour Chinese massage – traditional therapies that relax the body working on a network of qi energy – or, when staying in an

Infinity Suite, a personal chef and butler service. They can also enjoy a variety of exciting activities such as golf, charter fishing, exposure to native wildlife, river cruising, helicopter excursions, shopping and the nearby Swan Valley wine region tours and tastings.

What are some of the key qualities of Burswood Entertainment Complex that distinguish it from Crown’s other renowned properties, such as Crown Melbourne, Aspinalls and City of Dreams?

Our position is enviable – with the Swan River right on our doorstep. One unique asset for Burswood compared to other integrated resorts in the Asian region, is our 40-metre luxury motor yacht that enables international guests and their families to enjoy the natural beauty of the river, Rottnest Island and the Western Australian coastline.

The Perth City skyline provides an excellent backdrop for Burswood and we are only 15 minutes from the international and domestic airports, and five minutes from the Perth CBD. The location also promotes healthy outdoor leisure facilities with guests taking advantage of the walking and cycling tracks and 18-hole golf course in Burswood Park, as well as enjoying the outdoor evening cinema alongside the river in the summer months.

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We are currently upgrading every room at the five-star InterContinental Perth Burswood, while creating a luxurious new pool and resort facilities to enhance relaxation time.

Renowned chef Neil Perry’s Rockpool Bar and Grill Perth will open at Burswood in late January 2011. In addition to this, we will be opening a premium Teppanyaki Restaurant and Sake Bar, and an exclusive Italian restaurant providing traditional regional cuisine. Our new lobby bar and buffet restaurant will create a sense of theatre and drama with live cooking stations, a choice of Eastern or Western food and an outlook to rival the best river views anywhere in the region.

Coming in the near future are two luxury waterfront villas for international guests – these freestanding villas will offer uninterrupted views of the city skyline and Swan River, state of- the-art facilities, a private day spa, pool and spa with the ultimate in guest service.

Could you tell us about the inspiration behind the luxurious Infinity 1088? What are the main features of this cutting edge space?

Infinity 1088 is our largest suite at Burswood Entertainment Complex and it takes style and luxury to a new level. This stunning top floor suite welcomes its guests with an impressive 180-degree view of the Swan River and Perth skyline. As you enter the main living area, the use of light stone on the floors and wall panels of white cotton framed with mirror and polished stainless steel columns, reflects the contemporary design of the suite drawn from the concept of infinite views.

This enormous three-bedroom suite features a large living space as well as intimate areas for entertaining guests or family with the latest in audiovisual technology. High-definition LCD screens coupled with a state-of-the-art surround sound system provide the ultimate set-up for karaoke, Wii, Xbox, PlayStation and the extensive DVD library. 1088 also offers guests a worldclass luxurious day spa with its own sauna, steam shower, plunge pool and massage facilities – all set against a backdrop of stunning views of the city and beyond.

You can choose to entertain in the intimate dining zone set for 12, or dine alfresco on our massive outdoor terrace with sweeping views of Perth, the river and golf course – setting this suite apart from anything you’ve ever seen. Your personal chef will prepare you a simple barbeque grill, Japanese Teppanyaki, Chinese Steamboat or Shabu Shabu. The elegant master bedroom offers the height of luxury with brushed cotton upholstered walls and Frette bed linen. The wet rooms feature Botticino marble, with luxurious Bulgari products in the women’s en suite and Ermenegildo Zegna products in the men’s.

Burswood Entertainment Complex hosts an extensive range of internationally renowned musicians and theatre productions, most recently including Mamma Mia and West Side Story. What are you most excited about in the 2010/2011 events calendar?

We have a very exciting 2010/2011 season, which kicked off with West Side Story and I am pleased to announce that Wicked the Musical will play Burswood Theatre from June 2011 for a 12-week season. 2011 will see some big international acts come to Burswood including Rihanna, Usher, Good Charlotte and Maroon 5 just to name a few. C

Coming in the near future are two luxury waterfront villas for international guests – these freestanding villas will offer uninterrupted views of the city skyline and Swan River, state-of-the-art facilities, a private day spa, pool and spa with the ultimate in guest service.

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Jay Roach, director of Meet the Fockers, was reportedly so in awe of De Niro he refrained from actually giving direction. While Kirk Jones, who directed him in Everybody’s Fine, retold the experience of ‘winning’ De Niro like a giddy schoolgirl. “They say, ‘Well, who do you want to appear as the lead?’ and I thought, ‘Well, I’m just going to reach for the sky and say Robert De Niro.’

And it was kind of a joke in a way because I know how things work in this industry... I thought there’s probably a 10 percent chance he’ll get to read it… I had to fly to New York [to meet him] and it was the biggest meeting of my life. I was very nervous!”

Even seasoned actor Matt Damon, who was directed by De Niro in The Good Shepherd, admitted to CNN, “Just as an actor, he’s the one pretty much everyone worships. So to have him be there to give us all direction, you feel like you’re in pretty good hands… He micro-manages all those little details and he doesn’t stop until all those little details are in the right place. That’s what Bob is great at and why he’s a great actor and a great director.”

On a recent trip to Australia, the actor/director/restaurateur returned to Crown Melbourne while filming The Killer Elite, also starring Clive Owen and Jason Statham. While all celebrities are inclined, at least in press conferences, to speak well of the city in which they’re filming, in De Niro’s case, his love of Melbourne is substantiated by the fact that Crown was his location of choice for his highly acclaimed Nobu restaurant, co-owned with chef and Nobu creator Nobu Matsuhisa. “It’s great to be back – it’s a terrific city – even in the winter. It’s not like the winter in New York, which is cold and slushy,” confessed the consummate New Yorker. “Melbourne is a real city; it’s got different cultures, it’s got a good energy, good restaurants, it’s a great place to be.”

Although certainly an astute businessman, De Niro entered the world of restaurants based on one motive: he loves to eat.

Partly due to this simple ambition and out of respect for Nobu Melbourne chef Tadashi Takahashi’s contribution, the star was characteristically laconic when asked about Nobu’s success.

“It’s always good to own a good restaurant that does well. And I’ve been very fortunate with Nobu starting out and being so internationally successful. The bottom line is the food has to be good. And it is good. And it translates easily.” As with every role he’s ever played, his propensity for understatement is evident.

The Killer Elite is set to be released in 2011 and is the feature debut of Sydney director Gary McKendry. With the high calibre of its leading actors it promises to be a classic action movie and one that makes full use of De Niro’s famed straight-shooting delivery. It is based on the 1993 book The Feather Men by Sir Ranulph Fiennes, which, in turn, is said to be based on real events. It tells the story of four British soldiers, including two members of the SAS, who were murdered by a hit team. The espionage thriller is set in Paris, London, Wales and the Middle East; however, with Melbourne’s famed diversity, McKendry was able to recreate all these exotic locations in the one city.

De Niro was kept busy filming during his stay and wasn’t able to explore the city as much as he would have liked, but said he was eager to return as soon as possible. “I’d love to see more of Australia itself, it’s a big country.” C

“It’s great to be back – it’s a terrific city – even in the winter. It’s not like the winter in New York, which is cold and slushy,” confessed the consummate New Yorker.

“Melbourne is a real city; it’s got different cultures, it’s got a good energy, good restaurants, it’s a great place to be.”

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the coming months and often led to 24-hour workdays.

Irrespective of the bedlam, The Fat Duck began receiving positive reviews, and a meeting with a physicist from Bristol University and a professor, began Blumenthal’s first steps into experimenting with the molecular breakdown of cuisine for which The Fat Duck is renowned.

After a refurbishment and reopening of the restaurant in 2000, the infamous tasting menu was first offered, which allowed Blumenthal the opportunity to present his original and scientific dishes that did not necessarily fit together in a more traditional presentation. With this newfound opportunity to explore and create, it was not long before the restaurant had soon received its third Michelin star. This offered Blumenthal even more creative freedom to explore his cooking philosophy of multisensory perception and how the brain influences our appreciation of food.

“Eating is the only thing we do that uses all of the senses.

But in fact, these are only tools to send messages to the brain, where the memory then helps us decide just how much we like or dislike a particular food. This is obviously of great importance to the chef,” explains Blumenthal.

Constantly seeking out new and innovative ways to stimulate his diners’ senses during their unique culinary experience, he soon introduced a plethora of sensory delights to the menu, including unexpected bursts of flavour to catch diners off guard, smells to generate emotions and the use of sound to evoke nostalgia. “Sound can play an important sensory role in our perception of food,” explains Heston. “We created a dish called ‘the sound of the sea’, where the food itself looks like the sea lapping up against the shore and the sounds of the sea are delivered via an iPod placed inside a large seashell. The response in the restaurant was extraordinary; we’ve had diners actually in tears overcome with emotion.”

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above: Jelly of Quail and Crayfish Cream with Chicken Liver Parfait, Oak Moss and Truffle Toast opposite page: Excite and delight all your senses with “Sound of The Sea”

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Blumenthal has always been fascinated by the way flavour is perceived and by how subjective it is, how memories are evoked and how various sensory triggers can enhance the enjoyment of a dish. “Of course I want to create food that is delicious, but this depends on so much more than simply what’s going on in the mouth – context, history, emotion, memory and the interplay of sight, smell, sound and taste all play an important part in our appreciation and enjoyment of food.�

An evening at The Fat Duck is a unique experience as you make your way through the 18-course tasting menu of delicacies designed not only to capture a delicious and exciting range of flavours, textures and aromas, but also to bring multisensory appeal.

Blumenthal has remodelled the perception of high-end fine dining to create a scientific, theatrical and unique approach to the culinary experience. While the menu constantly changes and dishes continue to be tweaked and refined, current highlights include salmon poached in liquorice, jelly of quail, crayfish cream and, of course, the signature snail porridge.

If you are currently residing in London, the team at Aspinalls would be delighted to chauffer guests to The Fat Duck and, if required, arrange accommodation nearby in the beautiful Berkshire countryside. If time is pressing, however, the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and The Fat Duck Group have joined forces to create Heston Blumenthal’s first London restaurant.

A short drive from Aspinalls, this newly opened restaurant also offers Blumenthal’s inimitable style of culinary alchemy with a menu heavily influenced by his ongoing research and discovery of historic British gastronomy. C

“Sound can play an important sensory role in our perception of food,� explains Heston. “We created a dish called ‘the sound of the sea’, where the food itself looks like the sea lapping up against the shore and the sounds of the sea are delivered via an iPod placed inside a large seashell.� – Heston Blumenthal.

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hat do Jack Nicholson, Warren Beatty and Errol Flynn have in common? They may not have known it at the time, but each obeyed the three fixed laws of real estate: location, location and location. Their homes, perched high in the Hollywood Hills on the famous Mulholland Drive, commanded breathtaking views of the glimmering splendour that is downtown Hollywood. And so it’s almost reassuring to know, that while technology is turning our world upside down, allowing you to run a business from your kitchen, travel the world from your phone and tee off from the sofa, this law still rules. Whatever the shifting sands of the real estate business may bring, when it comes to what makes a top class home, location remains number one.

Here in Australia the locations that matter fall into a few key types. There’s the traditional family suburb where the wealthy class first settled, still exuding to this day the heritage charms of the 19th century. Then, as the inner suburbs filled up and new train lines were built in the 50s, the further beach suburbs became the new aspiration. These suburbs embodied a more modern confidence and beachside informality. Finally, there’s the newcomer, the central city penthouse. Although around since the first wave of high-rise construction in the 60s, the penthouse didn’t really find a strong market until the last couple of decades. A slow starter maybe, but today it’s a bull market.

Peter Kudelka from Kay & Burton real estate has been in the business of luxury real estate for more than 20 years and knows that whatever the trends and fashions certain locations will always remain strong. “Toorak remains Melbourne’s most prestigious location for a family home,” says Kudelka, “particularly for those with conservative taste.” Such is Toorak’s prestige, it retains the crown as one of the most expensive places to buy in all Australia. Indeed less than a year ago Kay & Burton sold Miegunyah – a two-storey, six-bedroom home with a pool and tennis court – for an estimated $23 million. Hailed for its magnificent botanic gardens, it is one of the largest homes in Toorak.

Of the beach locations, without a doubt Melbourne’s Brighton and surrounding suburbs hold the top spot. Beach Road, which snakes along the coast for kilometres, is lined with an unbroken parade of monumental modern mansions, all dutifully facing seaward. Meanwhile the penthouses that are currently pushing the limits of luxury and design are located either on the grand historic boulevard of St Kilda Road or the revitalised piers of Melbourne’s Docklands. Central locations such as these are forever popular at the premium end because, as Kudelka candidly declares, “God’s not making any new land!”

Of all three property types it is perhaps the penthouse and apartment development that most heavily relies on contemporary architecture to add to the location offering.

While Toorak homes are known for their heritage ambience, abounding in classical colonnades and French provincial landscaping, no well-appointed penthouse is complete without a trophy architect behind it.

For residential developer Darren Spriggs of Rubicon Pacific that meant bringing award-winning architects SJB onto the job from outset. Their most recent development of six luxury

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apartments is located on Dudley Street, Brighton, 100 metres from the beach. So that’s the location covered. For design the main focus was, not surprisingly, on the kitchens and bathrooms.

The bathrooms feature beautiful Agape baths, while stainless steel fittings have given way to the new standard at the top end – black taps and showerheads. For the kitchen you can’t beat the German engineering of Gaggenau. Nothing else will do.

Aside from these ‘must haves’ for the kitchen and the bathroom there is a new kid on the block. Spriggs explains, “The market now expects a high finish in landscaping and garden. What’s more these gardens need to be self-irrigating using rainwater, topped up where necessary with bore water. Not only because our buyers are sensitive to the environment, but also because they often spend extended periods overseas. There’s no point having a garden designed to perfection, to return home to a desert during summer.”

For Dudley Street, Spriggs brought in Jack Merlo, the celebrated landscape designer who won a Gold Medal at the Chelsea Garden show in 2005. Not that ‘garden’ necessarily means ground floor. Dudley Street’s three upper floor apartments feature extensive landscaping, swimming pools (with an incredible glass wall running along the staircase from the lower level) and a laser-cut dark ochre decorative panel, tying the whole design together.

Back inside, another essential element for the contemporary designed penthouse is heated stone flooring. “It’s all about comfort, but it’s also a more sustainable way to heat,” says Spriggs. Dudley Street is planned to be at least five-star rated, meaning that for all its undoubted comfort, it will also be very energy efficient.

Technology is another vital part of the contemporary residence, although this is rarely standard issue, but rather customised to each owner’s specifications. For one owner it may mean full connectivity to run movies and music to any room they choose. For another, it could mean fully monitored camera security, so that they can flick open their laptop from London or Beijing and check that all’s well at home.

You may think that all this modern design and gizmo heaven would point to the younger buyer, but those old clichés no longer hold true. “Today you are as likely to sell a contemporary penthouse full of technology to a downsizing couple in their 50s,” says Spriggs.

“They no longer need all the bedrooms and space of a family home, but they require excellent finish and design, less maintenance and lots of useful technology.” For baby boomer Bob Hand, who recently took ownership of a gadget-filled penthouse in Clarendon Towers, it seemed natural enough to have no fewer than nine plasma screens… in a three-bedroom apartment.

Finally, when you read in the property pages of celebrities or sports stars selling up, you may wonder if celebrity owners have an impact on the price. Kay & Burton’s Peter Kudelka has represented wealthy clients from every profession and addresses the following question pragmatically: if Kylie Minogue was selling her home, would it come at a premium? “It helps sell newspapers,” he says, “but no, it doesn’t impact on the price of a house, unless of course the celebrity comes with the package!

Our buyers are more sensible with their investments, so it really does come down to location first and quality of finish second.”

OK, so maybe buying a property with a celebrity attached is a little far-fetched, but how long before their Second Life avatar welcomes you to your new home, from all nine screens! C

“The market now expects a high finish in landscaping and garden. What’s more these gardens need to be self-irrigating using rainwater, topped up where necessary with bore water.” Darren Spriggs, residential developer of Rubicon Pacific

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t was once claimed that a man who is tired of London is tired of life. This has never been more true than today, in this great capital city. But a city as large and busy as this can be bewildering for a visitor fresh off the plane.

Where does one go in London to find an exceptional culinary experience with friends or where’s best to go for an outstanding wine? Where’s the optimum place to watch a big sporting event?

Being managing director of the prestigious Aspinalls Club, Howard Aldridge has the answers to these questions and more. For Aspinalls is more than a private club; it’s a comprehensive dining and entertainment service.

Aspinalls certainly deserves its reputation as being one of the most sought after clubs in London for over 40 years, resting on both its luxurious interiors and its unrivalled service – the latter headed by this accomplished hospitality professional with over 35 years’ experience within the industry.

“Unlike other Mayfair venues, Aspinalls has a real ‘family’ feel about it and this is often commented on by our members – especially the older ones, who really feel they are part of the fabric of the club. It is one of the oldest casinos in London and although its location has changed a number of times over the years it has always been Aspinalls. This atmosphere, alongside the unique décor of the club, is what distinguishes it.”

“The bar is particularly amazing,” says Aldridge, “A peaceful, Mayfair oasis with its tantalising array of cocktails and canapes. What our customers really love is the newly refurbished smoking terrace, where members can wile away the hours while enjoying a drink and their favourite cigar. And let’s not forget equally inviting is Alberico at Aspinalls, the club’s famous Italian restaurant. Chef Alberico Penati and his staff pride themselves in offering mouth-watering, seasonal Italian dishes, made from the freshest ingredients delivered to Aspinalls from all over Europe.

“I know this will sound like a wellworn cliché, but it really is the people who work here that are a crucial part of what makes it stand apart from its competitors,” says Aldridge. “The

focus on customer service and the commitment to make every customer’s visit as enjoyable as possible is just phenomenal.”

An authority on all things Aspinalls, Aldridge believes that there is, however, something even more important to the club than its amazing attributes, interiors and service; it’s the quality of its membership that really gives Aspinalls its matchless reputation. “We have changed the concept of membership to Aspinalls, but we still believe it to be a privilege. We have deliberately removed a number of barriers to becoming a member. Those who are members of other VIP venues, or are recommended by members, are simply required to provide photo ID for instant membership. In addition, non-gamblers and guests who wish to dine in our restaurant are more than welcome to visit and take advantage of our wonderful facilities.

“Certainly, there are a greater number of younger members in the club these days, especially from the Middle East… over the past couple of years, with the assistance of the Crown marketing team, we have also seen a growing number of mainland Chinese guests visiting London and Aspinalls,” explains Aldridge.

For a member of the Aspinalls Club, there are myriad services that its staff can provide, which at times can extend as far as extravagant trips out of London to attend sporting events.

“Taking a handful of guests via private jet for a weekend in a European city to see the Champions League final has to be up there among the most prestigious events we’ve arranged for members,” says Aldridge.

As to the guests that frequent the Club, Aldridge is suitably inscrutable – the odd film star, supermodel and footballer drop in occasionally for a meal or to meet friends, but a venue such as Aspinalls prides itself on protecting the privacy of its members.

To really enjoy the life that London offers those who are adventurous and like the finer things, an Aspinalls membership is essential.

And with a personality such as Aldridge at its helm, there would be few visitors indeed who would tire of Aspinalls’ London. C

“Taking a handful of guests via private jet for a weekend in a European city to see the Champions League final has to be up there among the most prestigious events we’ve arranged for members.”

Howard Aldridge, managing director, Aspinalls

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Acclaimed French interior designer, Frédéric Méchiche, collaborated with Italian Luca Dini, an expert in the field of super-yacht interior/exterior design, and the result is a sophistication that will seduce even the most avid land lover.

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top: The lavish upper deck is perfect for entertaining bottom: A home away from home - no detail has been spared on the super yacht

hen searching for the ultimate luxury vessel for its VVIP guests, Burswood Entertainment Complex went straight to Italy for the absolute best in design, style and craftsmanship.

The chosen model was elaborate yet had been expertly executed by Mondo Marine in the coastal city of Varazze. The 40-metre custom build has now been delivered to Western Australia, where Burswood’s guests can luxuriate on a super-yacht equipped with private bedroom suites accommodating up to 10 guests and up to eight members of crew. While at sea, passengers’ every whim is catered to by a qualified skipper, gourmet chef, butler and personal host – all available 24 hours a day.

Acclaimed French interior designer, FrĂŠdĂŠric MĂŠchiche, collaborated with Italian Luca Dini, an expert in the field of super-yacht interior/exterior design, and the result is a sophistication that will seduce even the most avid land lover.

The middle deck boasts an expansive lounge area and formal dining room, which is serviced by a full chef’s kitchen, complemented by a more casual outdoor dining area towards the bow of the deck. The idyllic climate of Western Australia lends itself perfectly to alfresco dining and entertaining and, for this reason, the upper deck has been designed with lavish sun lounges at the stern to soak up the warmth of the western sun, with an indulgent tiled spa and social open-air lounge for cocktails at sunset.

But this vessel is both beauty and brawn. The boat builders at Mondo Marine and Sydac joined forces to create a superyacht that would balance elements of strength, weight and style. The main superstructure has been crafted predominantly from aluminium, with a design that allows ample interior space with a width of 8.5 metres. Any destination you choose can be reached in very little time on account of the power of twin MTU engines, which give a combined thrust of 4510 horsepower and a top speed of 21 knots.

Whether your time on the water is for romance, a family trip or mixing business with pleasure, the options are myriad in this part of the world. Guests can choose leisurely trips to the beautiful Rottnest Island, only 30 minutes from Perth shores, and known for its pristine white beaches and sparkling turquoise waters with amazing reef and marine life. The yacht can also be adapted for longer trips along the West Australian coastline and lazy days on the Swan River. For those who are keen to do more than lounge on deck with a cocktail, the yacht also carries a range of water-sports equipment such as snorkel sets, fishing gear and wave-skis, plus guests can incorporate a scuba dive or jet-ski ride into the day’s activities.

Of course, a yacht like this looks exquisite in pictures, but must be experienced to be truly enjoyed‌ C

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Whether your time on the water is for romance, a family trip or mixing business with pleasure, the options are myriad in this part of the world.

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Upon purchasing a plethora of diamonds from French aristocrats,Charles Tiffany was the first to introduce important gemstones to the US. CRYSTAL ISSUE 04

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The little blue box‌

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It makes women gasp and Hollywood stars swoon. And men the world over know a trip to Tiffany is one sure way to make any girl happy. CRYSTAL speaks exclusively to Tiffany about the magic inside the box.

WORDS: KYLIE FLAVELL

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t waits on a hotel room bed: pristine, pert, laden with promise. Or between two champagne flutes on a table for two, the clean white ribbon lustrous in the candlelight.

Or, perhaps, clutched behind the back of a lover, that little blue box that induces a slight intake of breath from almost every woman on earth. What is it about that refined Tiffany Blue, adorned with reams of white satin, that captures the imagination of any romantic so entirely? Very few jewellers can claim to exclusively own a colour and yet, with Tiffany, the iconic packaging has encapsulated the elegance and philosophy of this jeweller for over 100 years.

Tiffany, even at the very beginning when diamonds were yet to emerge, was always synonymous with beauty and quality.

In 1837 Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B Young opened a stationery and fancy goods store on Lower Broadway in New York City, attracting a total of $4.98 for their first day’s sales.

Upon purchasing a plethora of diamonds from French aristocrats and being the first to introduce the US to important gemstones, Charles Tiffany was soon heralded as the ‘King of

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Diamondsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; by the US press. As we know, however, this was merely the beginningâ&#x20AC;Ś In 1878, Tiffanyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mail order Blue Book was published in a shade of blue that is now trademarked around the world.

Tiffany was the first jeweller to lift the diamond above the band and hold it in place with six platinum prongs, allowing light to pass through the stone and heighten its brilliance. This was created for diamond engagement rings in 1886, called the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Tiffany Settingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and remains the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most popular setting today.

Jean Schlumberger, protĂŠgĂŠ of famed couturier Elsa Schiaparelli, was the designer responsible for perhaps the most breathtaking moment in the brandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history: the classic film Breakfast at Tiffanyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Audrey Hepburn personified the brand eloquently with her delicate frame, dramatic beauty and renowned sophistication. In 1961 Schlumbergerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ribbon Rosette necklace was set with the Tiffany Diamond and worn by Hepburn in publicity photographs for the film, leaving audiences across the globe swooning with the type of envy only diamonds and a star of that calibre can inspire.

Later, names of supreme talent were also drawn to the jeweller, including Paloma Picasso, who dĂŠbuted her colourful, striking collection at Tiffany & Co in 1980. While in 2006, Frank Gehry, the highly acclaimed architect and creator of such masterpieces as the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, collaborated with Tiffany to produce pieces that were both innovative and desirable.

But today the jewels seducing us in Tiffany store windows are a mix of both classic and modern pieces. CRYSTAL speaks to Jon King, executive vice president Tiffany & Co, about all that glitters in the world of Tiffany.

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What is your first memory of Tiffany?

Like so many people from all over the world who are in awe of the legend of Tiffany, I came to the company with deep respect and a sense of privilege to be part of something so meaningful.

I was fascinated by how Tiffany has a long tradition of helping people celebrate the meaningful moments in their lives. I was intrigued by the dignitaries and celebrities who have passed through the doors of Tiffany. And I was thrilled to have access to the vault of spectacular jewels.

What surprised you when going behind the curtain and commencing work for such an iconic jeweller?

When I was first exposed to the many skilled craftspeople at Tiffany, I was overwhelmed by the tremendous pride they have in their work. Their knowledge, experience and attention to detail are always impressive. Over time, I came to understand that this pride is reflected in everyone at Tiffany. Regardless of their role, they realise they are contributing to important work.

What is the first thing people say when you tell them you work for Tiffany?

Most are curious about the largest diamond I have ever seen or perhaps the most expensive jewel. I feel privileged to tell them about the famous 128-carat Tiffany diamond and how it has been an important part of Tiffany history since it was acquired by our founder, Charles Lewis Tiffany, in 1878.

How has the brand evolved over the years?

Tiffany & Co has evolved quite rapidly in the last decade to become a truly global brand. We currently have stores in more than 200 locations worldwide. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve introduced our customers to many exciting new designs in important statement jewellery, as well as fine and fashion jewellery. Our Keys and Charms

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Mixed-cut yellow and white diamond bracelets, set in platinum (left) and statement yellow diamond rings, set in platinum.

This year Tiffany is offering the rarest and finest yellow diamonds in the world.

collections, launched over the last two years, are perfect examples of designs that have been extremely successful.

What current piece or collection are you most excited about?

We are quite excited about the launch of our yellow diamonds collection this year. Tiffany is offering the rarest and finest yellow diamonds in the world in quite a range of fashionable designs and prices. We have an exclusive agreement with Laurelton Diamonds to purchase all fancy yellow diamonds from Gem Diamonds’ Ellendale mine in Western Australia. The collection launched in Australia this past June at our Perth store.

What can Tiffany aficionados look forward to in the coming year?

Inspired by our success with Tiffany Keys and Charms, we will launch another fashionable, iconic collection along this design aesthetic. Details to follow when we make our formal announcement early next year.

How do you feel Tiffany is distinct from other jewellers?

We continue to remain true to a set of values established by the company’s founder, Charles Lewis Tiffany. That is, offering beautiful and original designs, superior quality, excellent craftsmanship and exemplary customer service. This approach remains at the heart of what Tiffany & Co stands for.

What is your advice for someone choosing a gift for their partner if they want to keep it a surprise, but be assured of purchasing the right piece?

They should do their homework. Consulting with good friends and family who know the partner’s taste certainly helps. Equally important is to purchase from a well-established and trusted retailer, one where you can be assured of receiving excellent quality and value. C

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She wears Sharon Wauchob dress from Marais High Jewellery yellow gold and diamond necklace from Bulgari Kailissima Amadora rings; all from Kailis Rene Caovilla shoes from Loula He wears Tuxedo suit, shirt and gold pocket square; all from Ralph Lauren Black Label Rolex Day-Date II watch from LK Fine Watches and Jewellery

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She wears Sandra Gold Sequin Gown from Alex Perry 18 carat gold bauble collection ring and 18 carat yellow gold aquamarine and diamond bracelet; both from Anton Jewellery

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She wears Tan Silk Mesh dress from Lisa Ho Kailissima Aria necklace, Kailissima Aria earrings and Kailissima Allura ring; all from Kailis Metallic evening clutch from Versace He wears Paul Smith suit and shirt; both from Harrolds Long Island watch from CRYSTAL Franck Muller ISSUE 04

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He wears Grey suit and silver tie; both from Giorgio Armani Xacus shirt and Giorgio Armani leather shoes; both from Harrolds Long Island Master Banker watch from Franck Muller 18 carat gold with black onyx cufflinks from Bulgari She wears Jenny Packham satin pleated gown from Le Louvre Lightness collar and Lightness earrings; both from Swarovski White gold and diamond bracelet and diamond ring; both from LK - Fine Watches and Jewellery Leather bag from Versace

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She wears Couture Tulle Full Skirt Gown from Alex Perry Victorian diamond necklet from Kozminsky Stockists’ Details Alex Perry – www.alexperry.com.au Anton Jewellery – www.antonjewellery.com Bulgari – www.bulgari.com Collette Dinnigan – www.collettedinnigan.com.au Cose Ipanema – www.coseipanema.com Franck Muller – www.franckmullerusa.com Harrolds – www.harrolds.com.au James Alfredson – www.jamesalfredson.com Kailis – www.kailisjewellery.com.au Kozminsky – www.kozminsky.com.au Lisa Ho – www.lisaho.com LK Fine Watches and Jewellery – www.lkjewellery.com Loula – www.loula.com.au Marais – www.marais.com.au Ralph Lauren – www.ralphlauren.com Versace – www.versace.com

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She wears Pauw dress from Cose Ipanema 9 carat Dome Juicy Lucy ring from Jan Logan High Jewellery Collection necklace in yellow gold with precious stones and diamonds from Bulgari 18 carat Victorian buckle cuff bangle from Kozminsky Antique diamond Etruscan Revival bangle, Antique diamond belt bangle and Antique amethyst sugarloaf cabochon bangle; all from James Alfredson

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Enamel, pearl and diamond Art Nouveau style brooch and 15 carat Victorian leaf brooch, Victorian carved shell cameo; all from Kozminsky Antique French wasp brooch, Antique diamond, ruby and carnelian kingfishers brooch and Antique amethyst and diamond double cufflinks and collar buttons; all from James Alfredson 18 carat white gold collier set with yellow and white diamonds from Anton Jewellery

Stockists’ Details Anton Jewellery – www.antonjewellery.com Bulgari – www.bulgari.com Catanach’s – www.catanachs.com.au Cose Ipanema – www.coseipanema.com Franck Muller – www.franckmullerusa.com Harrolds – www.harrolds.com.au James Alfredson – www.jamesalfredson.com Jan Logan – www.janlogan.com.au Kachel – www.kachel.com.au Kozminsky – www.kozminsky.com.au LK Fine Watches and Jewellery – www.lkjewellery.com Raoul – www.raoul.com

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Fjäll (pronounced fe-yall) is Swedish for mountain, but will settle resolutely as a synonym for chic Scandinavian elegance for any guest. Awarded interiors by Paul Hecker – of Crown Melbourne’s Bistro Guillaume repute – create clean Nordic lines: a complementary frame through which to enjoy your surroundings.

Inspired tongue in cheek touches, such as antler light shades, speak to guests’ worldly appreciation of design.

Unbroken views of Mount Spion Kopje and the Kiewa Valley are best appreciated with a glass of the nearby Rutherglen wine region’s famed and exclusive Seppelt Rutherglen Muscat 1965 on your heated terrace or in your outdoor spa, following an in-room massage. Fjäll, of course, is a ski-in ski-out lodge.

Another of the Valley’s latest additions, St Falls offers guests awe-inspiring full-height views, with unashamed imperial width terraces housing Jacuzzis for those relaxing in privacy.

An even more indulgent moment can be found at the nearby Mii Spa. This haven offers room for reverie for both sexes. For men, the spa specialises in a male facial, involving caviar and pearls. Women will appreciate the toning and brightening effects of a seaweed oceanic wrap. For those wanting to completely shed the city, or simply revel in a pampering, the spa’s signature rituals provide the perfect means to do so. The Mountain Revival opens with a full body brushing, followed by an aroma massage and the final act revitalises you head-to-toe, with a scalp treatment and foot masque.

Once you have centred yourself, Falls Creek offers luxury ski shopping at Apres Vous or Argentinian tapas with matched wine at Alta. For a livelier evening the ski-in ski-out Astra Lodge offers more than 70 vodkas and the ominous sounding ‘Vodka Tour’.

Across the border and further north, an authentic experience is available in the Snowy Mountains: Pender Lea Chalets offers a number of very private off-mountain options. Swiss charm envelops each chalet, and all are a short but spectacular trip from Thredbo’s ski runs – the continent’s longest. Those looking to experience Thredbo on-mountain will find the region’s best residences through Ski In Ski Out, complete with Swedish saunas, powder views and the convenience of the company’s namesake.

For the expert, Thredbo offers a number of vertical runs.

The riskiest of these is, as a caution, named Funnel Web. This notorious run is famed for its lack of grooming, moguls, nearvertical mid-section and hidden ice. Only the most accomplished will enjoy the glory of recounting the tale over a cocktail in one of the village’s many bars.

Australia’s alpine air, of course, offers more than simply some of the world’s best snowfields. A privileged few also know the pleasures of a meditative line cast at Nimbo Fork Lodge.

Among idyllic scenery, anglers can sink a hook from the riverside, charter a fly-fishing drift boat or, during winter, master their craft at catch-and-release ponds. Polish off a successful day with your choice of single malt and a game of billiards in the Lounge Bar, before an evening of fine dining accompanied by a who’s who of Australian wine. Retire to a private luxury cabin for a moment of reflection on your river terrace, before slipping off to sleep to the bubbling of the Tumut River and thoughts of tomorrow’s exhilarating low gear, deep growl sprint to the mountain top. C

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The new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing is shaping up to become a modern day classic.

WORDS: EWAN KENNEDY

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etâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s begin by reminding you of a fascinating piece of automotive history. The now-legendary Mercedes 300 SL Gullwing sports car was only on sale for three short years during the mid-1950s. But it enjoys a godlike status in sports car terms. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chiefly because of the stunning appearance created by the socalled â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;gullwingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; doors and, as enthusiasts are well-aware, the original Mercedes Gullwing won the toughest of all car races, the Le Mans 24-hour, in 1952.

The gullwing doors of the purebred racing Mercedes werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t there for looks; rather they were required to clear the high door lines dictated by the lightweight space-frame within the shapely aluminium body.

Now the gullwing body has been revived by AMG, the highperformance division of Mercedes-Benz, a company thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about to celebrate the 125th anniversary of its first car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first car. AMG has done an exceptional job and the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing is already shaping up to become a modern day classic.

Such has been the march of technology in the last 60 years that there is more power under the bonnet of this 21st century gullwing road car than in the highly strung Mercedes racing beast of the 1950s. The new Mercedes AMG sports machine uses a big 6.2-litre V8 AMG engine that produces up to 570 horsepower.

This stunning power plant can hurl the SLS AMG Gullwing from a standstill to 100 kilometres per hour in a mere 3.8 seconds, on its way to a top speed of 317 kilometres per hour.

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This stunning power plant can hurl the SLS AMG Gullwing from a standstill to 100 kilometres per hour in a mere 3.8 seconds, on its way to a top speed of 317 kilometres per hour.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a speed that fortunate drivers will be able to achieve on the unrestricted autobahns in Germany; Australian owners should perhaps restrict themselves to playing on racetracks at weekends.

The push in the back that assaults your senses when you get the big AMG V8 working to maximum effect is great â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but if anything itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the sound from the engine that leaves the most lasting memories. The quality and volume of the aural output has to be heard to be believed. Particularly in the way it increases in urgency and character as it leaps towards the red line on the tacho.

The ultra-long bonnet makes this new Mercedes-Benz sports car as much a work of automotive art as anything else.

But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just there for show. That big bonnet lets the engineers push the large V8 engine well back to give their car a perfect 50/50 balance when there are two occupants on board.

Other styling cues to the original Mercedes 300 SL are the big three-pointed star in the centre of the squared-off radiator grille, the vertical rectangular shape of the headlights, the lookat-me side strakes in the front guards and the small glasshouse over the cockpit.

Getting into a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a particularly easy exercise. You slip sideways towards the seat by stooping slightly to get under the raised door, at the same time grasping the inside door handle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; because if you sit in the Gullwing then reach up for the door, you will find itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s way out of reach. Having held onto the handle, you wriggle over the raised doorsill into the seat, pulling the door downwards as you do so.

The air-conditioned interior of the Gullwing impresses with the sporting design as well as by choice of the finest of materials.

And the immaculate way the cabin has been assembled by craftsmen will be noticed by those who appreciate the finer things of life.

Aural pleasure in this Mercedes AMG is provided by a superb audio system especially tuned for the Gullwing by Bang and Olufsen in conjunction with AMGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sound engineers. It features 10 speakers plus a subwoofer and can provide up to 1000 watts.

Dolby Digital 5.1 further enhances the entertainment.

The cabin of this full-on sports machine is relatively small, though itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certainly not as cramped as that of a racing car.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good headroom and we never felt cramped during our 500-plus kilometres of road testing this mighty Mercedes.

Interior styling is excellent with a strong sporting theme.

Instrumentation is simple, with a classic two-dial layout in a shaded pod directly in front of the driver.

The driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seat is ideally positioned to give fine control of the steering wheel, the pedals and the stubby gear lever that controls the high-tech sports automatic transmission.

On the twisting and turning roads traversed during our weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s test of the big Mercedes sports, we were amazed at the immense grip provided not only by the balance and suspension design, but also by the subtle electronic assistance provided by the carâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s computer.

If, heaven forbid, you get tired of fast driving on your favourite roads, on a quiet Sunday morning you may choose to cruise quietly through the countryside, to your favourite strip or simply to the office â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this German sports car really does work for all seasons and reasons. C

The push in the back that assaults your senses when you get the big AMG V8 working to maximum effect is great

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Château Lafite Rothschild AND CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD ⸻➦ㆨㅄ㟝 Yu Burswood and Number 8 restaurant and wine bar Crown Melbourne have several vintages of the exquisite Château Lafite Rothschild and Château Mouton Rothschild on their wine lists.

James Halliday takes CRYSTAL on a journey to their estates in the Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux France.

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he triangle of land that runs north of the city of Bordeaux, flanked by the dull grey waters of the River Gironde estuary on the eastern side and the equally forbidding waters of the Atlantic Ocean on the west, was little more than a marshy wasteland when Dutch engineers arrived in the mid-17th century and set about draining the land.

Today, the Haut-MĂŠdoc is home to 60 of the most famous and valuable wine estates in the world, chosen as Bordeauxâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best by the Chamber of Commerce for Napoleon IIIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1855 Exposition Universelle. Vines have given the landscape a sense of shape and order, but it is the châteaux, mainly built over the course of the 18th century, that attract visitors from every corner of the globe.

The 1855 Classification put the châteaux into five groups called Growths. Château Lafite Rothschild was placed at the pinnacle, first of the then four châteaux classed as First Growths. It was planted in the last third of the 17th century and inherited in 1716 by the Segur family, also owner of Château Latour.

There were several changes of ownership (one thanks to the scaffold of the French Revolution) before Baron James de Rothschild acquired the property in 1868, appending Rothschild to the simple Château Lafite name.

In more recent times, management passed from Ă&#x2030;lie de Rothschild to Eric de Rothschild in 1974, and it remains under the latterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s control to this day. It has one of the largest vineyards in the Haut-MĂŠdoc, its 103 hectares planted to 71 percent cabernet sauvignon, 25 percent merlot, three percent cabernet franc and one percent petit verdot. Its annual production is around 45,000 cases, one-third under its second (less expensive) label Le Carruades de Lafite.

Over the years I have shared bottles from the 1860s and 1870s emanating from frigid cellars owned by various English earls and lords. The greatest by far was a double magnum of 1865 Château Lafite, the centrepiece of a dinner in November 2001, and coming from the Earl of Roseberyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cellar.

It was magnificent, still full of life and vitality â&#x20AC;&#x201C; unchallenged as the greatest Bordeaux I have ever tasted. It is somehow appropriate that the China of today has elevated Château Lafite Rothschild to a unique position, way above all other First Growth Bordeaux.

Another branch of the de Rothschild family had purchased Château BraneMouton 15 years before James bought Lafite, two years prior to the 1855 Classification. Its history up to that time was less impressive than that of Lafite, and it was placed at the top of the Second Growths.

Baron Nathaniel de Rothschild was not happy about this; Baron Philippe â&#x20AC;&#x201C; who took control in 1922 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; even less so. Moutonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s motto â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;First I cannot be; second I scorn to be; I am Moutonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; was one of many things driving this remarkable manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agenda.

Baron Philippe de Rothschild led a campaign for all First Growth Châteaux â&#x20AC;&#x201C; along with Mouton â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to be estate bottled. He shocked his contemporaries with the striking art deco label of the 1924 vintage (featuring the five arrows of the five branches of the de Rothschild family) eventually followed by the famous â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; paintings for 1945 and all subsequent vintages.

But his greatest effort was directed to elevating Mouton to First Growth status, finally succeeding after decades of toil with the (ironically) mediocre Bordeaux vintage of 1973. It stands as the sole change to the 1855 Classification, notwithstanding that numerous other changes would have even more compelling logic (Château Dubignon Talbot, a Third Growth, has made no wine since the arrival of phylloxera in the last quarter of the 19th century.)

The 80-hectare Mouton vineyard is planted to 77 percent cabernet sauvignon, 12 percent merlot (increased significantly a decade ago), nine percent cabernet franc and two percent petit verdot. The wine has exceptional power and depth; the 1945 vintage was described by Michael Broadbent MW (Master of Wine) as â&#x20AC;&#x153;a Churchill of wine, the greatest wine of the greatest vintage of the 20th centuryâ&#x20AC;?. C

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A rice farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son â&#x2DC;˘ä&#x2018;&#x2026;ăş?㽳 Powerful yet subtle KJ Choi embodies the eclectic and esoteric nuances of golf.

Here he speaks to CRYSTAL about being one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top golfers.

WORDS: IAN FORREST

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he gallery seems awestruck as KJ Choi, known affectionately throughout the golfing world as KJ, saunters on to the tee. At once you are aware of his physical power â&#x20AC;&#x201C; broad shoulders, a weightlifterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arms and a chest that has been developed through a rigorous exercise regime. But there is something else about the big man that touches the gallery. A serenity and calmness coupled with a true sense of purpose.

Whatever it is, you can hear a pin drop, until that sound only golfers truly appreciate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the sound of a crushing drive hit with both power and perfect timing. Whack! The gallery, as though released from a trance, erupts and sends KJ down the first, a long way down the first, to rapturous applause.

The son of a rice farmer from Wando Island on the Korean coast, KJ did not pick up a golf club until the age of 16. As the golfing world knows he trained originally as a power lifter, but an incredibly astute athletics coach pointed him in golfâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s direction. At first KJ did not even know what the game was, but it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take long for the golfing bug to bite and, before he knew it, KJ was washing cars to earn enough money to practise on the mainland.

Clearly the bug bit deep as KJ was playing up to 70 holes a day.

KJ has worked hard on his game and swing over the years. Three years ago he moved to a large thick grip on his putter to help him use his shoulders and take the wrist movement out of his putting stroke. He went on to win twice on the PGA tour that year. In 2008 KJ went on a strict diet and exercise regime to lose a few extra kilograms, which in turn would help â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;compactâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; his swing. He proceeded to win the Sony Open that year.

With an easy, rhythmic, compact swing and a great short game, it canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be too long before KJ chalks up a few more victories.

KJ speaks to CRYSTAL about golf, God and life.

Was your hunger for success driven by your humble beginnings alone or do you possess a competitive spirit that drives you in everything you do?

I have a very competitive spirit; I want to excel at everything I do. I am able to focus intensely at what I do and put a lot of hours into what I believe is the right way to go.

What do you do outside of golf to keep fit and give yourself the best chance of success on the course?

I eat well and exercise regularly to keep in shape.

Outside of golf and family what are your interests and passions?

I love fishing, especially boat fishing out in the sea. I also enjoy reading the Bible and spreading the word of Jesus through my experiences with the Lord.

You have played golf around the world and on both the Asian and PGA tours.

Can you name your top three favourite courses and your top three golf holes?

Muirfield Village Golf Course (Dublin, Ohio) is my favourite, and then Augusta National (August, Georgia), and the Riviera Country Club (California).

Favourite holes are number 12 at Augusta National, number 10 at Riviera and number 17 at TPC (Tournament Players Club) Sawgrass (Florida).

Golf is such a difficult game mentally.

Do you have strategies when under pressure to keep your focus and remain in a positive frame of mind?

I just think about the Lord, sing hymns and try to memorise Bible verses. That helps me to be calm and stay positive.

What are your investment strategies?

Are you interested in real estate, the stock market or business? Do you have a philosophy for financial stability/ success?

I consult with my financial adviser and have invested in real estate, but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not really a fan of investing in stocks. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a bit old-fashioned and believe in building up your wealth by earning your money through dedication and hard work. C

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Not willing to turn down an opportunity for a luxury shopping expedition, we enter the retail splendour of The Boulevard.

WORDS: MARCELA BLOSSOM

estled in the heart of the City of Dreams resort in Macau, at the southern tip of China, The Boulevard is the ultimate lifestyle precinct, offering 175,000 square feet of retail pleasure, The Boulevard provides far more than your average shopping trip, especially if you are on the lookout for a highquality fashion item.

The complex, designed by Hong Kong-based MAP Architects, is said to take a dose of inspiration from Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s 1985 Parisian installation The Pont Neuf Wrapped, Wrapped, for which the pair theatrically covered the entire Pont Neuf Bridge in woven polyamide fabric, resulting in a silky, sandstonecoloured structure. The Boulevard features detailed wall panels, which embody aspects of this famous work.

The Boulevard is split over two levels, comprising fashion and accessories on level One and watches and jewellery on level Two. Fashion followers will be thrilled by the assortment of high-end ladies and gentlemen’s boutiques. The ontrend range includes Bally, Dunhill, Hugo Boss, Ralph Lauren, Salvatore Ferragamo, Valentino, Gucci and YSL, and is constantly updated with new and exclusive labels. While perusing designer boutiques, a stop-off at one of the beauty outlets is recommended, as the beauty consultants are keen to offer advice on make-up techniques and personal beauty product suitability. Why not, when the choice of brands includes top products from Clinique, Dior, Estée Lauder, L’Occitane and YSL? Those in the market for a sparkling keepsake will not be disappointed by the merchandise available on the second level. Watches and jewellery from distinguished names such as Chopard, Hublot, Vertu, Cartier, Rolex and Tag Heuer present a difficult decision for any discerning shopper.

William Tang, a popular Chinese fashion designer and also a City of Dreams fashion and lifestyle ambassador, was recently involved in The Boulevard Lifestyle Challenge.

Tang had the task of selecting just six labels from The Boulevard’s assortment and creating six different cover looks from them, complete with accessories. His vote went to Burberry, Chopard, Coach, JaegerLeCoultre, Valentino and Vivienne Westwood. A wider diversity of designer brands it would be hard to find.

A visit to the Boulevard is not complete, however, without sampling morsels from any of the 20 food and beverage venues throughout the shopping district. There is much more: Vquarium is another first for Macau and it’s located at City of Dreams’ entrance. Vquarium is a massive, tailor-made rear projection panel which shows videos of aquatic life and mermaids waving and smiling at mesmerized guests. One can also experience The House of Dancing Water, the world’s largest water-based show, an over US$250 million entertainment spectacular personally created and directed by the internationally acclaimed Franco Dragone. The epic love story that transcends time and space, is presented in the 2000-seat Dancing Water Theatre and performed by a superb cast of international performance artists The final 15 minutes of your time at The Boulevard should be spent in The Bubble. As the name suggests, the dome-shaped theatre provides an iconic and spectacular multimedia experience. It involves specialist technology such as high definition video, 360-degree threedimensional audio and sensory effects, while making use of 29,000 LED lights to present an unparalleled digital feast. The Bubble features The Dragon’s Treasure, Treasure, which delves into the realm of the four dragon kings.

Fortunately, after a full day of browsing, the convenient location of The Boulevard allows shoppers to easily slip away to one of the three top-notch hotels at City of Dreams for a well-earned rest or to continue the night in fine dining style at one of the top class restaurants in the complex. C

A visit to the Boulevard is not complete, however, without sampling morsels from any of the 20 food and beverage venues throughout the shopping district. There is much more: Vquarium is another first for Macau and it’s located at City of Dreams’ entrance. Vquarium is a massive, tailor-made rear projection panel which shows videos of aquatic life and mermaids waving and smiling at mesmerized guests.

opposite page top: The Boulevard level One at City of Dreams below left: The House of Dancing Water, the world’s largest water-based show below right: Dragon’s Treasure, an iconic and spectacular multimedia experience

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job satisfaction for me is making my guests happy with the dishes that I cook. I have a passion for constantly creating new menus and dishes, which keeps me content and motivated every day.

What attracted you to Melbourne and how does Silks integrate local produce into its Cantonese inspired menus?

I love that Melbourne is such a multicultural city, filled with people from every corner of the globe. I enjoy challenging myself and learning about the cultures of my guests to inspire my menus. In Hong Kong, the majority of the restaurant market is aimed at locals; however, due to the varying cultures of my clientele at Silks, the goal is to create create a menu that everyone will enjoy and to create a memorable dining experience for all.

Silks is renowned for its signature Cantonese specialities and exotic surroundings, where Crown’s discerning guests are treated to feasts passionately prepared by some of the most masterful chefs from Hong Kong.

What can diners expect from an evening at Silks?

Besides the delicious food, diners can expect a harmonious atmosphere and one of the best views in Melbourne. Guests are made to feel welcome in our comfortable surroundings where they can enjoy a relaxing evening with their friends.

How do you think Silks raises the bar and outshines other Chinese restaurants?

Aside from the incredible view, I create a new menu every three months, which makes best use of delicious and seasonal market produce. Another point of difference is our impeccable service, partly due to our weekly staff training sessions. At Silks, we are always striving to be the best.

What are some of Silks’ signature dishes and how do your chefs maintain their passion for cooking?

The dish that everyone comes to Silks for is our renowned sang choy bow, which uses different ingredients and a more complex recipe than other restaurants. Our Peking duck is also a speciality, due to our unique cooking method where we take the skin off, remove the layer of fat underneath and then place the skin back on. This results in a healthy dish that is cooked fresh every night. I enjoy motivating my staff and am constantly encouraging them to come up with new and exciting menu creations.

What is the philosophy and inspiration behind the menu at Silks?

The most important thing for me and my team is to always be new and creative, and to have a passion for cooking quality cuisine that our guests will enjoy.

How important is the architecture and design of the restaurant in creating an overall fine dining experience?

I think it is incredibly important. When guests arrive for the first time, they of course instantly see the Mongolian tent and ask me what it is for. I invite them to relax with their friends and have a pre-dinner cocktail here. Special touches like this create a remarkable evening.

What have been some highlights and memorable experiences at Silks over the years?

I must say that both the Gregorian and Lunar New Year’s Eves are always a highlight for me – our guests don’t want to go home! Looking over the Yarra River, we are in the perfect place to view the fireworks and the illuminated boats on the river. The staff have a drink with the customers and it is the happiest occasion. For the Lunar New Year’s Eve, we also have the traditional lions dancing and blessing our guests to have good luck for the coming year. C

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Crown – Melbourne Australia Whiteman Street, Southbank, Victoria 3006, Australia www.crownmelbourne.com.au For accommodation enquiries, please contact: Tel: +61 3 9292 8888 8888 Toll Free: 1800 808 878 (Australia only)

The Crown Entertainment Complex features three world-class hotels hotels and offers guests an incredible array of dining, shopping and entertainment entertainment options. Crown is an exciting and truly memorable experience.

ACCOMMODATION Crown is home to three world-class hotels, offering the choice of unsurpassed opulence at Melbourne’s most luxurious hotel, Crown Towers, relaxed affordable affordable style at the Crown Promenade Hotel or the recently launched Crown Metropol hotel, home to the luxurious day spa Isika. The 482 luxurious, oversized guest rooms at Crown Towers have spectacular views to the city or Port Phillip Bay and feature a truly unique unique level of comfort and finish.

Crown Towers is home to Crown Spa, one of Australia’s finest and most exclusive day spa with tranquil surrounds, relaxing décor and the ultimate in private pampering suites.

DINING With their exquisite design, masterful chefs and renowned service, ce, Crown’s restaurants offer an incredible variety of world-class cuisines. Savour the authentic authentic Cantonese at Silks, the casual sophistication of Breezes and the authentic teppanyaki at Koko all located within the luxury of Crown Towers. Then stroll along the Crown riverside to experience experience the best in modern cuisine from Neil Perry’s Rockpool to Guillaume Brahimi’s Bistro Guillaume Guillaume to the innovative Japanese cuisine at Nobu and the finest local and seasonal produce at Number 8 restaurant and wine bar.

This year Crown Metropol opens its doors to diners at the highly highl anticipated Maze restaurant, created by the internationally renowned Gordon Ramsay.

ENTERTAINMENT Crown is home to a myriad of entertainment options for you to enjoy. enjoy. Immerse yourself in the sparkling atmosphere of the intimate and classy cabaret venue, The Palms at Crown, where you can see all the latest live music, theatre and comedy acts. Fusion and Studio 3 host some amazing live bands, or just sit back and enjoy the latest blockbuster movie at Village cinemas and Village Gold Class cinemas. Crown has something to suit every mood.

SHOPPING For those who like to indulge their passion for shopping, Crown’s Crown’s collection of the world’s leading designers offers the ultimate spree all under the one roof. roof. Melbourne is a city renowned for its love of quality shopping and Crown stands out by offering some of the best known luxury labels in the world. Burberry, Prada, Louis Vuitton and LK Jewellery are just some of the international designer names that call Crown home. home. With its elegant public spaces, Crown delivers a shopping experience unparalleled in the southern hemisphere.

LEISURE ACTIVITIES Melbourne is consistently ranked as one of the most liveable cities in the world, boasting a lively and cosmopolitan lifestyle. The city hosts many of Australia’s Australia’s most significant cultural and sporting events, including the Formula 1 Grand Prix, Australian Australian Open and Spring Racing Carnival. Visitors can see Australian wildlife at the Melbourne Melbourne Zoo, penguins on Phillip Island, or take a tour through the city to view its mix of Victorian and contemporary architecture, parks and gardens.

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Burswood – Perth Australia Great Eastern Highway, Burswood, Western Australia, Australia www.burswood.com.au For accommodation enquiries, please contact: Tel: +61 8 9362 8888 8888 Toll Free: 1800 999 667

Situated on the banks of Perth’s Swan River on the western coast of Australia, Burswood Entertainment Complex is a fully-integrated fully-integrated entertainment precinct renowned for its world-class facilities and luxury accommodation. With two international hotels, a wide variety of restaurants and bars, Perth’s largest entertainment arena and a host of recreational recreational facilities, Burswood is a unique holiday destination.

ACCOMMODATION Burswood offers guests the choice of two international hotels; the luxurious InterContinental Perth Burswood and the popular Holiday Inn Perth Burswood. Featuring Featuring a range of generously sized rooms with magnificent views, InterContinental Perth Burswood allows guests to relax relax in pure indulgence and enjoy a wide range of superb amenities and services. The relaxed atmosphere and friendly service make the Holiday Inn Perth Burswood Burswood an ideal hotel to unwind and explore all that Burswood and the city of Perth has to offer. offer.

DINING Whatever your taste or style, Burswood has an impressive range of restaurants and bars to suit your every mood. Step into (A)LURE and discover a contemporary contemporary space while feasting on the freshest seafood and local produce, experience the opulent surrounds and unparalleled contemporary Cantonese culinary delights of Yú, visit Victoria Station and enjoy its traditional charm, or try the Mediterranean influenced menu at Sirocco Restaurant & Bar.

Sirocco

ENTERTAINMENT Featuring the state-of-the-art Burswood Theatre, the impressive Burswood Dome and the opulent Grand Ballroom, Burswood offers an exciting range of dazzling live theatre performances, concerts, headline acts and comedy all year round.

SHOPPING Burswood is home to some of Perth’s most exclusive shops. Discover Discover Western Australia’s rare treasures at Linneys jewellery, renowned for innovative and and original designs and for transforming Australian South Sea pearls, Argyle diamonds and Kalgoorlie gold into some of the finest jewellery in Australia. Visit Dress Code in InterContinental InterContinental Perth Burswood Lobby and browse through a fabulous range of exclusive designer garments garments for men and women, fashion accessories, shoes and a range of exciting gifts.

LEISURE ACTIVITIES Perth is renowned for its world-class wineries and eateries, stunning stunning national parks, walk and cycle trails plus Western Australia’s most signifi cant natural asset – the Swan River – providing a beautiful scenic backdrop to enjoy while dining in Perth’s countless restaurants.

Located within InterContinental Perth Burswood, guests are entitled enti tled to use the wide range of amenities and services on offer at Waterside Health and Fitness. Additionally, bicycles are available for hire to explore scenic cycling tracks in Burswood Park and the picturesque Swan River.

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Aspinalls – London United Kingdom 27-28 Curzon Street, London W1J7TJ, England www.aspinalls-club.com For accommodation enquiries, please contact: Tel: +44 0 207 499 4599 Fax: +44 0 207 499 4942

Aspinalls Club in the heart of Mayfair is London’s premier boutique establishment. The stylish interiors with touches of contemporary elegance give the club its distinctive and individualistic feel making it inviting from the moment you step inside.

ACCOMMODATION Aspinalls Club recommends their guests stay in the Mayfair/Knightsbridge district and with hotels like the Dorchester, Metropolitan, InterContinental and the Mandarin Oriental, you are truly spoilt for choice. All hotels are within close proximity to Aspinalls, as well as Buckingham Palace, Knightsbridge, Oxford Street and the renowned Hyde Park.

DINING The recently rebuilt and recreated restaurant Alberico at Aspinalls offers a stunning setting with its trellis-covered walls and detailed, coloured-glass conservatory ceiling. Feast on renowned star chef Alberico Penati’s menu reflecting a cohesion of Asian and Mediterranean cuisines.

ENTERTAINMENT With world-class venues such as the O2 Arena, Wembley Stadium and Her Majesty’s Theatre, London is recognised as one of the world’s most exciting entertainment destinations. From legendary musicals and stage shows to orchestral performances, rock concerts, and sporting events, visitors to London are spoilt for choice.

SHOPPING Aspinalls Club is perfectly situated within close proximity to some of London’s best shopping areas. Special VIP viewings are available at Harrods while discounts can be arranged at Asprey, Cartier and a number of other premium retailers. Aspinalls also offers a unique watch concierge service where guests can choose from the top range of designer watches such as Rolex and Cartier in the comfort of the club or their hotel room.

LEISURE ACTIVITIES Take a breathtaking adventure through London to view some of the city’s most grand cultural diversions renowned the world over. Witness some of the city’s finest Victorian architecture, explore the wonders of the many historic as well as contemporary art galleries or experience the pageantry and style of Royal Ascot where thoroughbreds and guests have paraded since 1711.

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Gifts and Gadgets â&#x2122;źă&#x160;šă&#x2020;¨ă¨?ă &#x161;ăŻ&#x152;

WORDS: JULIA GARVEY

STUART HUGHES IPAD Originating in the UK, Stuart and Katherine Hughes are world leaders in their specialised ďŹ eld of the bespoke customisation of high-end luxury gifts and gadgets, combining cutting edge technology and unrivalled craftsmanship to produce a range of Apple products with a twist. As an extension of the Goldstriker International brand, their latest offering includes a range of custom-designed iPads, including the iPad Supreme Fire edition, iPad Supreme Ice edition, iPad Supreme Platinum edition and iPad Supreme Gold edition. The latter is the ďŹ rst solid gold and diamond iPad available internationally. A single piece of 22carat gold contours to the smooth lines of the Apple iPad, enhancing the modern structure of one of the most highly anticipated technological

instruments released in 2010. The range has been designed as part of a limited edition instalment, with a small release of the glamorous collectorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; items to be made available to a select few resellers across the world. The breathtaking Stuart Hughes iPad designs are complemented by an extensive collection of custom-made platinum MacBook Air laptops and the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most expensive television.

The PrestigeHD Supreme Rose edition entertainment screen has been constructed using 28 kilograms of solid 18-carat rose gold, embellished with 72 brilliant round-cut one-carat ďŹ&#x201A;awless diamonds. The glamorous Stuart Hughes collection is available from an exclusive selection of private international retailers located throughout Australia, Bulgaria, Dubai and France.

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TAG HEUER SQUADRA NIGHT VISION OPTICS Favoured by the victorious Audi racing team in the prestigious 2010 Le Mans Endurance Race, TAG Heuer have developed a series of avant-garde fashion eyewear, setting the pace in night vision technology. The unique lens design has been specifically engineered to enhance visual contrast, reduce eye fatigue and enable sharper vision after dark. All lenses in the range are shatter-resistant and 100% UV-A and UV-B protected to take you from day to night. The dynamic lenses have been crafted using an advanced patented anti-dirt oleophobic treatment for consistently clear and precise vision.

Featuring titanium arms, soft composite inner rubber and superior specialist lenses, the ergonomic styling provides optimum comfort and protection.

The highly advanced night vision properties have been integrated into a selection of TAG Heuer’s range of cutting-edge eyeglasses including the lightweight Rimless Curve and the stunning Squadra design. The innovative new line of eyewear is testament to the award-winning designs of TAG Heuer. The 150-year-old company is internationally renowned as a world leader in luxury Swiss watches and chronographs.

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BANG & OLUFSEN BEOVISION 7-55 & BEOLAB11 The elegant Bang & Olufsen BeoVision 7-55 will delight film buffs and sporting fanatics alike with its sleek 55-inch, LED-backlit display and staggering 4000:1 contrast ratio. With a simple push of a button, the inbuilt Blu-Ray player will activate with quiet precision, showcasing razor sharp detail, exceptional colour differentiation and uncompromising high definition reception. Constructed from a single piece of glass, the generous screen panel and frame merge as one, while the solid base silently oscillates at the touch of a button, tilting forwards and backwards in one seamless movement.

From a company that is always one to dictate the latest international trends, the specially designed Bang & Olufsen iPhone and iPod Touch applications allow you to effortlessly adjust the BeoVision 7-55 from any location within your home with ease, using the ingenious Bang & Olufsen MasterLink Gateway.

In addition to its extensive range of home entertainment systems, the highly respected Danish brand has recently delivered a collection of digital audio equipment to leave a lasting impression, most notably the unconventional BeoLab 11, which is intended to provide the best in subwoofer design available in the international market. Every element of the new BeoLab 11 has been designed to complement the home environment.

It features moulded zinc feet, die-cast aluminium wall brackets and smooth curves of flawless aluminium. The BeoLab 11 is available in a range of stylish colours and metallic finishes in order to blend seamlessly into a classic décor or stand alone as an eye-catching sculptural piece. The distinctive tulip shape is not only visually unique; it also works practically to reduce vibrations, allowing for crystal clear sound performance. C

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