What are you waiting for? You’ve earned the right to live the good life. Here are a few suggestions to get you on your way
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Experience the voyage of a lifetime in Antarctica
Imagine soaring above the McMurdo Dry Valleys by helicopter and diving below by submersible to explore new frontiers in Antarctica. When cruising through Antarctica, the difference is in the details. With Scenic Eclipse, innovative world-class ship design, only up to 200 guests, and multiple landings led by an expert discovery team of up to 20 specialists, will allow Scenic to take you further than others. Now is the time to secure your ultra-luxury all-inclusive voyage. Dates up to 2026 are now available. To book, visit scenic.com.au, phone 13 8128 or contact your travel adviser. Terms and conditions apply. Visit scenic.com.au/terms to view.
Experience the ultimate golf cruise with Villa Vie Residences
Forget the caravan – how about owning a villa at sea? With Villa Vie Residences, you can start seeing the most beautiful places on earth with your golf clubs in tow via the world’s first continual cruise. Villa Vie’s state-of-the-art Odyssey circumnavigates the world every three-and-a-half years, allowing you break free from the ordinary and live life on your terms, where work, leisure and adventure blend seamlessly.
Play spectacular courses: a day in the Villa Vie Residences golf program is not just about improving your golf game; it’s about embracing a lifestyle where passion for the sport meets the adventure of the seas and the warmth of community.
Pay as you go or own your villa at sea. That’s right – owning means you get a villa guaranteed for 15 years, while choosing our rental segments lets you enjoy short adventures and comfort without having to commit long-term.
See the full itinerary at: villavieresidences.com/itinerary. Book at villavieresidences.com/golf, phone +1 (954) 737 2264 or e-mail [email protected]
Take the drive of your life along the Great Ocean Road
Embarking on the Great Ocean Road journey is a quintessential Australian experience that perfectly blends natural wonder with sporting delight. This iconic route, stretching along Victoria’s rugged coastline, offers awe-inspiring vistas at every turn, from the majestic Twelve Apostles to the lush rainforests of Great Otway National Park. For golfers, the adventure doesn’t end with the road. Nestled along this scenic path is the charming town of Port Fairy, home to one of the country’s most underrated golf experiences. Port Fairy Golf Links, renowned for its coastal views and links-style challenge, offers a unique playing experience where the undulating fairways and strategic bunkers are as captivating as the surrounding ocean waves. Golfers can relish the pristine course conditions while being serenaded by the crashing surf, making every round a serene yet exhilarating encounter. This course is must-visit and complements the Great Ocean Road adventure, merging breathtaking exploration with the joy of the game. Visit portfairygolf.com.au for more.
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Be one of the first to own the all-new BMW M5 Sedan
The latest iteration of the BMW M5 Sedan – a model renowned for seamlessly combining supercar-rivalling pace, cruising ability and luxury appointments – will launch in Australia later this year. Now in its seventh generation, the new BMW M5 brings notable firsts to the nameplate and is set to redefine performance and capability in the segment. A headline element is its drivetrain – the first in the M5’s 40-year history to be electrified. A model-specific hybrid system, derived from the BMW M Hybrid World Endurance Championship racecar, delivers thundering power and torque figures of 535kW (727hp) and 1,000Nm.
The 4.4-litre M TwinPower Turbo V8 develops 430kW and 750Nm while also being capable of spinning to 7,200rpm.
The combination of the petrol and electric drive units – in addition to power transfer courtesy of an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission, highly configurable M xDrive all-wheel-drive and electronically controlled Active M Differential – unlocks storming performance.
The new M5 can accelerate from rest to 100km/h in 3.5 seconds, while Australian-delivered models will achieve a top speed of 305km/h due to the offering of M Driver’s Package as standard equipment.
Its interior showcases elements that bring together luxury and high-performance befitting the BMW M5’s stature while also integrating intuitive technology, including the very latest version of BMW’s iDrive operating system. Other cabin highlights include a flat-bottom steering wheel, Merino leather trim, BMW Interaction Bar and ambient lighting.
Check out the full range at bmw.com.au
MAKE A STYLE STATEMENT
The time is now to find your Rolex timepiece
A watch of rare distinction, the new Rolex Perpetual 1908 is a visual masterpiece. On its dial, light bounces off the raised pattern, producing a variety of reflections with every movement of the wrist. A timepiece that affirms its unique identity with elegance and finesse in even the smallest details.
This year’s model is decked in 950 platinum and graced with an ice blue dial featuring a guilloché rice-grain motif. This rosette-like design is distinctive for its three-dimensional, repeating geometric pattern that extends across the surface of the dial, starting from the small seconds counter at 6 o’clock. The minute track is surrounded by a filet sauté with a crimped pattern, which is also guilloché.
With the introduction of a dial created via guillochage, or engine turning – a technique that uses a turning tool to sculpt a pattern into a surface – Rolex is pursuing the course it has set for the Perpetual collection as a tribute to the classic art of watchmaking infused with the brand’s knowhow and creativity. This exclusive dial bears the same Arabic numerals 3, 9 and 12, the same faceted hour markers and the same hands as that of the 18ct gold versions. The watch presented is mounted on a brown alligator leather strap fitted with a Dualclasp, a double folding clasp.
The 1908 is equipped with calibre 7140, a movement at the forefront of watchmaking technology that features bridges decorated with Rolex Côtes de Genève and a cut-out oscillating weight. Calibre 7140 enables the 1908 to display the small seconds, as well as the hours and minutes.
Like all Rolex watches, the Perpetual 1908 carries the Superlative Chronometer certification, which ensures excellent performance on the wrist.
See the full 2024 range at rolex.com
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