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Elegant Pop-Up Moroccan Dinner Party
The party doesn’t end here! We are pleased to present to you “A Night in Casablanca” with our very own fabulous Gala Co-Chairs and their spouses at the beautiful home of Susan and Tom Faries. You and your seven guests are in for the ultimate Moroccan dining experience. Enjoy delicious eats by the culinary extraordinaire, Susan Gage, and sip on Veuve as you sit back and relax with an in-home screening of Casablanca. At the end of the evening, each guest will receive a goody bag filled with delectable treats from Susan Gage Caterers! This truly special evening is one you will not want to miss.
Expires October 31, 2018. Date to be mutually agreed upon between winning bidder and donors.
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Exclusive Calistoga Wine Trip
Raise your wine glass and bid card for this luxurious Napa Valley experience. Two couples traveling together will enjoy round-trip coach airfare on American Airlines and a three-night stay in the exclusive Amici Vineyard guest house located in Napa Valley. See what one of the most famous wine regions in the world has to offer! During your stay, you will receive VIP treatment, including one-of-a-kind vineyard and winery tours, private wine tastings, barrel samplings, and an insider’s look at winemaking.
Transportation during your stay, including to and from the airport, is not included. Lodging is available Monday-Friday, September through June (excluding the Christmas and Easter holidays). Three months’ advance notice is required. All travelers must be 21 years or older.
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Labradoodle Puppy
Back to us by popular demand, we are thrilled to present to you another furry friend to add to your family! Meet Bogart, the cousin of the beloved Rocky from last year’s Hope Gala, an irresistibly adorable Small Australian Labradoodle puppy, who is looking for a lovely family to call his own! At just eight weeks old, he is micro-chipped, vet checked, immunized to date, sleeping through the night, potty trained in home, and socialized with adults and children. At maturity, he will weigh approximately 25 pounds. He comes from a highly developed line that has bred Labradoodle to Labradoodle for many generations to ensure consistently gentle temperaments, allergy/asthma friendly non-shedding coats, and superb intelligence. This puppy is extremely happy and personable, and was chosen specifically for the Gala for his award-winning looks, as well as temperament! The winning bidder will also receive lifetime support from the breeder along with a wire, collapsible crate, food, feeding bowls, puppy pads, and toys! This sweet puppy will be ready to take center stage in a loving home on November 4th and will surely be a welcome addition to your family!
Breeder holds the right to refuse sale to any owner. All parent dogs are fully health tested prior to breeding and puppy’s health is guaranteed to be sound. Accommodations to pick up the puppy on November 4th or 5th must be mutually agreed upon between the donor and the winning bidder.
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Luxurious Maldivian Adventure
Escape from the ordinary to the idyllic islands of the Maldives featuring soft white beaches, house reefs, world-class diving, and unparalleled sunsets and sunrises. You and your guest will experience the Mother Nature’s best during your seven-night stay in a one-bedroom beach suite or water villa atop the crystal blue ocean waters at JA Manafaru’s world-class resort. This exclusive hideaway set on a 14-hectare private island is luxuriate in plush surroundings and set against a backdrop of stunning vistas. Well-known for their unerringly friendly, extremely attentive and largely efficient service, JA Manafaru promises serenity and rejuvenation. With your stay comes your own private pool, a complimentary one hour spa treatment per day, all-inclusive meals, and seaplane transportation from Dubai to the island. Take advantage of all that this island has to offer including exquisite dining, diving, snorkeling, water sports, sunset cruises and more! Welcome to your paradise—here magical moments are captured and senses are awakened.
This offer is valid until October 30th, 2018 and subject to availability. Blackout dates include New Year, Chinese New Year, UK Half Term, and Easter Holiday. All-inclusive meals does not include dining at The Cellar, in-room dining, or Chef's Specials. Overseas travel accommodations are not included.
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A Casablanca Itinerary Just for You, Kid
“Here’s looking at you, kid.” Thanks to the generosity of the Embassy of Morocco, you and your guest will travel back in time to the 1940s and experience one of the most iconic films of its time, Casablanca, as you take in the beauty and wonder of Morocco. Enjoy round-trip coach airfare and a three-night stay in a five-star hotel in Casablanca—the home to fascinating architecture, a bustling arts and culture scene, ocean-view restaurants, and rich history, the streets and bazaars of Casablanca spill over with artistry, whether it be in architecture, cuisine, crafts or fine art. Take in everything Casablanca has to offer, including a visit to the magnificent Mosque of Hassan II, one of the world’s largest mosques; the General Consulate of the U.S. in Casablanca, the location for the secret meeting between Franklin Roosevelt and Winston Churchill in 1943; and the famed-Jewish Museum. Stroll through the winding alleyways of the ancient Medina that gives way to the bustling souks, tent after tent filled with brightly colored silks and baskets of spices. It’s impossible to say “Casablanca” without conjuring images of Rick and Ilse, so make your trip complete with a dinner at the famous Rick’s Cafe as you take in the sultry atmosphere inspired by the bar made famous in the iconic film. This matchless experience captures the brilliance of this colorful city with a taste of “A Night in Casablanca.”
Dates of travel to be mutually agreed upon between the winning bidder and the Embassy of Morocco.
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A Glamorous Evening at the Grammys
Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to experience the glamour and excitement of the world’s premier music awards ceremony! Celebrate the music recording industry and attend the 60th Annual Grammy Awards in New York City's Madison Square Garden on Sunday, January 28, 2018! This impressive package includes two Bronze level tickets for the Grammys and two tickets to attend the Official After Party where the Grammy award nominees will be performing live. You will also enjoy a two-night stay at one of the most private, and luxurious hotels in the city: The Lowell Hotel. Located in the exclusive and fashionable Upper East Side, the recently renovated Lowell is renowned for its first-rate service and finely crafted rooms. Round-trip Acela train tickets from Washington, D.C. to New York City and private car service to and from the Grammys will be provided. Every music lover will want to be a part of this outstanding experience!
Tickets to the Grammys and After Party are only valid for the 2018 Grammys on January 28, 2018. Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Overnight accommodations at The Lowell Hotel are provided from January 27th-29th.
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¡Viva Cabo San Lucas!
Come experience Pacific paradise and luxury at Diamante Cabo San Lucas, a private resort located a few miles away from downtown Cabo San Lucas, Mexico! Nestled on 1.5 miles of stunning coastline and magnificent dunes, Diamante is a paradise of beauty, privacy, and luxury. During your stay, up to eight guests will spend seven days soaking up the warm sun on pristine white sand beaches and playing 16 rounds of golf on the internationally ranked Dunes course, designed by PGA champion Davis Love III, or on Diamante’s championship second course, designed by Tiger Woods. After a day of golf, relax along the sparkling 10-acre salt-water Crystal Lagoon or use your $1,500 spa gift card to pamper yourself with soothing treatments. Take in the beauty of Diamante from your 4,000 square foot four-bedroom seaside villa, featuring a living room, dining room, kitchen, terrace, and outdoor living areas with spectacular views from every angle. Enjoy the resort’s unmatched and personalized service, as well as two in-residence delicious dinners prepared by your very own personal chef. Amenities also include a state-of-the-art health and fitness center, five restaurants and bars, and six miles of walking and hiking trails. Private transportation will be provided to and from the airport. This idyllic week of luxury promises to be an unforgettable experience!
Exact accommodations are based on availability and final decision on room/villa type will stand with the Diamante resort. There is limited availability through Spring 2018 while construction is being conducted but because of this, the expiration is extended to March 2019. This offer does not include daily food, beverage or gratuity. Airfare is not included.
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Kiawah Island Getaway In Style
If you are looking to sweep that special someone off her feet, then raise your bid card high for this truly extraordinary experience! You and a guest will be flown aboard a Citation CJ3 private jet to Charleston Executive Airport where your luxurious Kiawah adventure begins as you check into one of the most exquisite resorts in the South, The Sanctuary, for your two-night stay. Located along the stunning shores of South Carolina in close proximity to Charleston, this beautiful oceanfront hotel is renowned for its exceptional service and grandeur architecture. To add a touch of romance to this adventure, your lucky lady will look gorgeous in her new diamond and white gold earrings, 1.72 ct. of round brilliant diamonds in a half sphere, specially selected by Adeler Jewelers. Next, you will have the opportunity to use your $500 gift certificate to dine at any of the Kiawah Resort establishments, including The Ocean Room, a premier steakhouse and sushi lounge and recipient of both Forbes 4 Star and AAA 4 Diamond ratings. This incredible package also includes an $800 gift certificate for a round of golf for two people at any of the six outstanding Kiawah Resort golf courses. For an unsurpassed golf experience, play on the Ocean Course, designed by legendary architect Pete Dye, offering panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and an unrivaled golf history. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the finest of Kiawah Island!
Hotel accommodations are subject to availability, only available Sunday through Thursday, and expire October 1, 2018. Dates of travel to be mutually agreed upon between the winning bidder and the pilot. Blackout dates for the private plane include the following and are subject to change: November 9-10, 2017; December 2-4, 2017; December 10, 2017; January 28-February 2, 2018; February 17-21, 2018; April 7-10, 2018; April 29-May 6, 2018; and May 29-June 4, 2018.
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2018 Masters Tournament in VIP Style
Calling all golf fanatics! From April 5th through April 8th, you and your guest will have VIP access to the 2018 Masters Tournament—the crown jewel of the PGA Tour. Watch the tournament from the VIP viewing areas located at each of the 18 holes and then head to the VIP lounge for sips and eats with a chance to meet some of the legends of the sport. Culminate your exclusive dream weekend with a Saturday evening party where golf legends come to relax and chat with Augusta National Golf Course members and VIPs. This package includes overnight accommodations for four nights at a charming, three-bedroom southern cottage located just a few miles from the Augusta National Golf Course. Raise your bid cards high as you won’t want to miss experiencing the world’s best golf tournament.
Coach airfare will be provided from the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area into the Atlanta airport. Transportation from the Atlanta airport to Augusta is not included. Check-in time for the Airbnb is on Thursday, April 5th between 4:00PM-8:00PM. Check out is on Monday, April 9th at 11:00AM. Smoking, pets, and parties are not allowed in the home.
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S.O.S. (Ships of Support)
With great love and thoughtfulness, children living with and affected by type 1 diabetes (T1D), have worked with Heather Rothnie, a talented artist and mother of a daughter with T1D, to help create this stunning seascape watercolor painting. Each child uniquely created a sailboat that reflects a positive outlook on their journey with this challenging disease. This sensational work of art symbolizes the power of individual optimism in bringing strength to a community. Take home tonight this charming piece of framed art created on a 24-inch by 36-inch canvas that will surely add inspiration and meaning to your home or office space.
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