From yacht races to Art Basel Miami, Quintessentially outlines some seasonal events worldwide to suit all tastes

DECEMBER

6 - 9 ART BASEL MIAMI BEACH, Miami, US

With works from more than 2,000 artists across the globe, Art Basel Switzerland’s sister event is one of the most important events on the international art scene. Quintessentially Art will be on hand to offer exclusive tours and private consultations to members. www.artbasel.com

8 RICKY HATTON VS FLOYD MAYWEATHER, Las Vegas, US

Undefeated boxers Ricky ‘The Hitman’ Hatton and Floyd Mayweather come face to face at the MGM Grand. This is already being billed as the fight of the century. www.mgmgrand.com

10 - 11 NOBEL PEACE PRIZE, Oslo, Norway

The presentation of the Nobel Peace Prize at Oslo’s City Hall is always a grand affair. Taking place on 10 December, the event will be followed by a star-studded concert at Oslo Spektrum the next day. www.nobel.no

18 THE SAVOY HOTEL AUCTION, London, UK

Auction house Bonhams is putting more than 3,000 items from the iconic London hotel under the hammer, all of which are expected to raise in excess of £1m. www.bonhams.com

20 THE HISTORY BOYS, London, UK

Alan Bennett’s multi-award-winning play makes a welcome return to the West End after a successful cinematic release. www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

JANUARY

10 CIRQUE DU SOLIEL, London, UK

Expect incredible performances, lavish staging and aweinspiring theatrics as the revered Canadian-based performance round off their world tour with a London run of their show, Delirium. www.cirquedusoleil.com

10 - 13 HYPO LICHTENSTEIN SNOW ARENA POLO WORLD CUP, Kitzbühel, Austria

Undoubtedly one of the most majestic sports, and played in the most breathtakingly beautiful surroundings, the finest international polo players will be riding 80 professional polo ponies on the field at Kitzbühel in the 6th annual World Cup. www.kitzbuehelpolo.com

13 GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS, Beverly Hills, US

These are some of the most respected awards in the business, and stars of both the small screen and the silver screen will be out in force to see who will be honoured by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. www.hfpa.org

14 RUSSIAN ‘OLD NEW YEAR’ GALA DINNER, London, UK

Using the pre-revolutionary Russian calendar to mark the New Year, this Gala Dinner, taking place at The Guildhall in London, is a sumptuous affair with leading representatives from Russian and British business, government, media and the arts all in attendance. www.eventica.co.uk

17 SIX NATIONS CHAMPIONSHIP DINNER, London, UK

This annual event will gather people from the world of rugby including many members of the 2007 Rugby World Cup squad. This year will pay tribute to the outstanding England player Matt Perry, and exclusive Gold and Platinum tables for this event are available through Quintessentially.

21 - 24 PARIS FASHION WEEK, Paris, France

One of the ‘big four’ international showcases of haute couture, models and designers will be taking to the catwalk to premiere and preview designs for the spring/summer season 2008. www.modeaparis.com

TBC GORDON RAMSAY AT THE TRIANON PALACE HOTEL, Versailles, France

The famously fiery chef is expanding his sizeable and highly respected empire yet further by opening a brand new Ramsay restaurant at the Trianon Palace Hotel, Versailles. www.gordonramsay.com

FEBRUARY

2 SIX NATIONS RUGBY, UK, France and Italy

The Six Nations teams are back, playing 15 fixtures over six weeks at Twickenham, Stade de France, Stadio Flaminio, Croke Park, Murrayfield and the Millennium Stadium. www.rbs6nations.com

7 - 17 BERLIN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL, Berlin, Germany

Berlinale – Berlin’s largest cultural event and one of the most important dates on the cinematic calendar – draws in more than 19,000 professionals and 200,000 other film lovers each year, making it one of the biggest film festivals in the world. www.berlinale.de

7 CHINESE NEW YEAR, Worldwide

Wherever you are in the globe, join the celebrations as we welcome in the Year of the Rat.

26 SAN REMO MUSIC FESTIVAL, San Remo, Italy

Originally the inspiration for the Eurovision Song Contest, this extravagant singing competition draws in a huge crowd of well-respected talent each and every year. www.sanremomanifestazioni.it

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