Get boujee in the beef capital
Are you more bourgeois than basic?
It’s time to treat yo’self! Here are our top 14 tips to living your best luxe life while exploring the Beef Capital.
STAY IN THE PENTHOUSE
Empire’s Penthouse boasts an unparalleled level of luxury and sophistication within the award-winning Hotel. Overlook the Fitzroy River Precinct and Berserker ranges from your 20m expansive balcony. Have them organise a private chef to prepare your dinner or dine downstairs in their Italian restaurant, Pacino’s.
empirerockhampton.com.au
PERSONAL CHEFS FOR PRIVATE DINNERS
Leave the cooking to the professionals… below are our favourite chefs who can prepare a feast fit for a king or queen in your hotel room! Let their teams polish the cutlery whilst you polish you crown!
Chef Natalie Mueller from The Little Olive
Chef Roel Van Camp from The Rocks Bar & Restaurant
RELAX AND REPLENISH AT GIRT SPA
Lou creates a space purely for you, no rushing in or out. Just a place to take time/slow down time. A place to surround and celebrate all aspects of you. To support and enhance the look/mood/life you already hold. Skin, Body, Soul.
girtspa.com
CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE? YES PLEASE!
Let our favourite cheese and cured meat monger prepare the perfect platter for you with delicious local and imported cheeses, charcuterie, French butter, fresh baguettes and all of the delicious accoutrements to pair with your martini or champagne (or both)! These provedore goods are available for pick or delivery to your hotel!
archercottagecheese.com.au
GET TO THE CHOPPER
Is there any other way to travel than by private helicopter? Well, there is… but you look much fancier arriving by Helicopter! Whether it be to take you from your penthouse to your farm stay to scenic beach or just a tour around the region.
rockcopters.com.au
GALA GALLERY
Pick up your favourite new piece of art at GALA Gallery! They represent contemporary artists that reside both in regional Queensland and across Australia and are one of the only commercial gallery spaces outside of South East Queensland. Contact the gallery director, Tracey, to arrange your private viewing!
galagallery.com.au
PRIVATE WHISKY BAR AND LOUNGE
The Whiskey Lounge at CocoBrew is the perfect place to savour your favourite single malt whiskey. Whether it’s a peaty dram from Islay or a sweet bourbon from the United States, their dedicated Whiskey Lounge has over 75+ drams to choose from.
cocobrew.com.au
PRIVATE RIVER CRUISING
Enjoy a sunset cruise along the majestic Fitzroy River for you and your lover or fill the boat with friends! If you’re lucky you’ll see a crocodile on sunset!
reelfishingcq.com.au
BOUTIQUE SHOPPING
In amongst the cafes, restaurants and juice bars, Rockhampton's CBD and surrounding suburbs are home to some sensational boutique shopping options. Along East Street and around surrounding blocks, you’ll find little pockets of unique boutiques selling designer fashion, gifts and collectables alongside well-known national franchises and personal care services such as stylists, beauty therapists and massage centres.
LUXURY CATAMARANS AND PRIVATE BEACHES
Experience the Great Barrier Reef and Keppel Islands from your very own luxury catamaran. Silica white beaches and azure waters await you.
funtasticcruises.com
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Written by Explore Rockhampton
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