Centurion Australia Autumn 2017

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BLACKBOOK RETURN TO SPLENDOUR Gardens and pool at La Réserve Ramatuelle The iconic facade of the Four Seasons-run Le Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat SECLUDED SPOTS STILL OFFER QUIET GLAMOUR AND TIMELESS VISTAS OF THE WILD ROCKY COAST AND WINDSWEPT PARASOL PINES an Eiffel-designed cupola), 6.9 hectares of flower-lined landscaped gardens and a stylish contemporary refurbishment by Pierre-Yves Rochon, who combines pure lines and pale earth tones with splashes of exuberant Mediterranean hues. Ever since Four Seasons took over the management in 2015, this elegant grande dame of littoral palaces has been aglow with innovation, not least of which is the cuisine of Yoric Tièche, the newly arrived Michelin-starred chef whose creative takes on refined Provençal and Mediterranean dishes are rivalled for indulgence only by the treatments at the exquisitely revamped spa. The star attraction is the new beauty line Biologique Recherche, a revolutionary skincare methodology packed with pure botanical and marine extracts and an impressive range of serums, masks, scrubs and anti-ageing creams. For the ultimate splurge, opt for the majestic pink four-bedoom Villa Rose-Pierre, set back in a sprawl of private exotic gardens, which combines sweeping sea views, a curvy mosaic-tiled pool, tennis court, fitness room and sauna with 24-hour butler service and private dining from the restaurant menu. For another take on the allure of Riviera villa lifestyle with a full range of bespoke services, head to La Réserve Ramatuelle ( lareserve-ramatuelle.com), a minimalist gem designed by Jean-Michel Wilmotte that sits on a secluded bluff above the rugged coastline just west of St-Tropez. Adjacent to the hotel, on a winding road that leads to the burnished blue sea, are 14 spacious villas scattered across the property. Check out the two new gorgeously refurbished multilevel houses – a three-bed and Mediterranean treats at the Le Bailli de Suffren bar PHOTOS CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: © LA RESERVE RAMATUELLE, CHRISTIAN HORAN, YOAN CHEVOJON 42 CENTURION-MAGAZINE.COM

BESPOKE LUXURY SAFARIS Abercrombie & Kent was born on safari in East Africa in the early 1960s and has remained the benchmark for luxury travel on the Mother Continent ever since. An A&K safari is quite simply the greatest outdoor adventure holiday you will ever have. Book now to secure the finest properties, the most knowledgeable guides and the best game-viewing experiences in the hottest travel destination on earth. SPECIAL OFFER FOR CENTURION MEMBERS As a Centurion Member, you’re invited to enjoy a AU,000 credit that can be used towards any international and domestic Abercrombie & Kent itinerary of 7 nights or more, for bookings made through your Relationship Manager by 31 December 2017 and travel completed by 31 December 2018.* To book, call your Relationship Manager on 1800 23 1889. abercrombiekent.com.au *Terms and Conditions: Valid for new International and Domestic land itinerary bookings of seven (7) nights or more, made by 31 December 2017, for travel until 31 December 2018, via your Relationship Manager or Centurion Travel Service with payments made using a valid Australian American Express Centurion Card or by redeeming Membership Reward points. A maximum credit of AU,000 per booking applies. Valid for international, domestic and Hosted Group Journey itineraries created by Abercrombie & Kent (Australia Pty Ltd). Not valid for existing bookings, quotes, international airfares, group bookings (except for Hosted Group Journeys) or Connections Worldwide Journeys. The credit cannot be exchanged or redeemed for cash.