This “Money cannot buy” weekend event from the 5th – 7th May was designed by The Luxury Network ultimately for the top customers of its members. Due to the strictly limited number of 25 participants it was fully booked within a short time.

The group of like-minded connoisseurs met on May 5 after a relaxed pre-extension at the Villa Kennedy in Frankfurt. The 5-star Deluxe Hotel is part of The Luxury Network’s membership portfolio and was the starting point of a special lifestyle experience. As a prelude and first taste of future exciting events, each participant received a wonderful give-away with personal greetings from the event partner Hapag-Lloyd Cruises.

Thanks to the dedicated support of Tesla Motors and the Dörr Group, also members of The Luxury Network, guests were spoiled for choice between a mix of a variety of new Tesla vehicle models, Lotus, McLaren and Lamborghinis, all of which are equally standing for Luxury class and unlimited driving fun. After each vehicle had found its temporary new owner, the guided outing started at best weather conditions in a convoy heading southwest in the direction of France, with the final destination of Reims and the Domaine Pommery, one of the most beautiful properties in Champagne.

The first stage of the journey took us across the picturesque wine route and the South Palatinate to Alsace, where this illustrious crowd checked in at the romantic hotel “Auberge du Cheval Blanc”. Here, at the foot of the Vosges, you could let your mind wander or alternatively take a shot with your favourite vehicle in the idyllic surroundings. The participants were then looking forward to a culinary evening, which after a get-together champagne reception was marked by a gourmet dinner created by the star cook Pascal Bastian, celebrated in the in-house 2-star Michelin restaurant “Le Cheval Blanc”. At the latest now every guest felt in fact “Like Heaven on Earth”.

After a relaxing night and a strengthening breakfast with home-made delicacies, which did not leave any wishes unfulfilled, the convoy continued cheerfully and in the best frame of mind its journey to The Champagne and the renowned Domaine Pommery.

At the arrival of this concentrated PS Power around midday, just like magic the impressive gate of the Domaine opened to welcome as the main host all the guests with great “hello”.

The “VIP Pommery Experience” began like the typical French way of life with an extended lunch – of course – accompanied by champagne and followed by a private tour of the cellars. At the same time, you could marvel at a collection of contemporary art that could make some museums jealous. A short taxi transfer took the already friendly connected group to the hotel, where everybody got ready for the upcoming big Farewell dinner in the legendary Villa Demoiselle.

As a final highlight, the Villa Demoiselle captivated the participants for a glamorous evening in closed circle. Under the expert guidance of the host Thomas Wirz, Managing Director of Vranken-Pommery Germany & Austria, the guests first enjoyed insider views into the history of this outstanding tribute to the Belle Époque era. In style and in line with the location, the famous “Demoiselle Rosé” was served as a cocktail from Jeroboam bottles as you walked through the mansions, inspired by the spirit of the past. Before the dinner, the group gathered in the flowering garden of the villa, where everything was prepared for a “Sabrage”. Some guests faced the challenge and, with the short introduction of the Master of Ceremonies, skillfully opened a bottle of champagne with a saber.

Following the French habits, the beheaded head with cork and date of the ceremony was handed over to them as a sign of good luck. At the festive dinner, the excellent champagne accompaniment was thoughtfully coordinated with the menu, including a “Demoiselle La Parisienne 2007” as well as the sensational “Diamant Brut” and “Diamant Rosé” to accomplish a perfect finale of this “VIP Pommery Experience”.

All good things come to an end and therefore after this unforgettable evening and with many more memorable new impressions in the luggage, the return journey to Germany was due the next day. At the farewell, plans had been made already to meet up again in the future and The Luxury Network Deutschland along with their event partners can look back on a successful weekend event with overwhelmingly positive feedback from the participants.