Elite Travel International & Continental Airlines Present
TRIPS FOR CANCER 2007: A Luxury Travel Auction to Benefit
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Thank you to so many of you who bid on all of the fabulous trips donated by our generous luxury hotel partners shown below, this year's Trips for Cancer campaign raised $90,000!!!!!
 
 

If you missed out on the chance to bid, you can still support our efforts to help fund the research to find the cure in several ways.

Here's how:

 Click on the Hot Pink Raffle button above and enter to win a $15,000 trip to Italy, a 4-day stay at Canyon Ranch, a trip to Fiji and luxury designer goods from Coach, Vera Wang, Valentino and more! 

Sail with us aboard SeaDream Yacht Club October 13-20 from Athens to the Amalfi Coast. This is the first of many Trips for PINK to be exclusively offered by Elite Travel International--a $200 donation will be made to BCRF for every cabin booked! For more information about Trips for PINK, visit www.elitetravelinternational.com.

Lastly, book stays at any of the "Pink Preferred" hotels shown below (featured in this year's campaign) through Elite Travel International and we will donate a minimum of 5 percent of our commisison to BCRF.
This is our way of continuing to support those hotels who support our efforts to find a cure for breast cancer in our lifetime!

 
For more information, call us at 561.681.3355, visit www.elitetravelinternational.com or email stacy@elitetravelinternational.com.
 


  
 
JUST ADDED!!! Bonus Trip!
UNITED STATES/CANADA
New York, New York!
The Jumeirah Essex House, NYC
Don’t miss this chance to experience four days/three nights shrouded in luxury at the luxurious Jumeirah Essex House, a well-known feature of Manhattan. Built in 1931 and long-recognized throughout the world as a model of graceful elegance and art-deco sophistication, Jumeirah Essex House is nestled between the beauty of Central Park and the buzz of Broadway. While enjoying a three-night stay in a spectacular Junior Suite, plus daily breakfast for two, relax in the stylish parkside setting and surround yourself in the elegance that has lured dignitaries, celebrities and world leaders to this exclusive hotel for years.

 
Take Your Chances...win a trip to Italy & MORE!
Italian Luxury:
Rome, Florence, Siena & Venice
For every $200 donation you make to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, we will enter you to win a $15,000 air-inclusive trip to Italy. This incredible 9-day/8-night trip to Italy includes two round-trip BusinessFirst tickets on Continental Airlines to Milan or Rome PLUS two-night stays with breakfast at each of the following: Hotel D’Inghilterra in Rome,Helvetia & Bristol in Florence, Grand Hotel Continental in Siena and The Londra Palace Hotel in Venice. This amazing Italy experience, valued at over $15,000, could very well be yours for just $200! You can’t win if you don’t enter! Raffle drawing will be held in NY on June 7, you do not need to be present to win. To enter the raffle, please register your contact/billing details on the main page of the site and then click below to advise if you prefer one ticket for $200 or THREE for $500! More reasons to support BCRF and enter the raffle: Even if you don’t win the Italy trip, you might just win one of the following: 5 nights in Fiji for two; a week in a private cottage at Sea Island Georgia; an Audemars Piguet ladies’ watch; a Coach alligator tote; a Missoni Cardigan wrap; a Valentino straw duffle; a Judith Ripka diamond necklace; or a 3-night Canyon Ranch trip for two!
 
Recently Added...
CARIBBEAN/MEXICO
A Rose is a Rose:
Rosewood Mayakoba, Riviera Maya, Mexico
Be amongst the first to discover this stunning new Rosewood Resort, situated along a mile-long arc of white sand on the Riviera Maya. Upon opening this fall, the stunning luxury resort enclave will feature 128 suites with rooftop sundecks, outdoor showers and private pools, an Island Spa, beachfront swimming pools, horseback riding and a new championship golf course. We’ll fly two of you to nearby Cancun courtesy of Continental Airlines, and you will be completely pampered during your five-day/four-night stay at this heavenly new gem of a hotel (a sister property to Las Ventanas, Little Dix Bay and Caneel Bay).
 
WORLDWIDE
It’s NOT a Small World:
Small Luxury Hotels Worldwide
Choose from over 400 of the world’s best hotels in over 65 countries when you purchase this four-day/three-night gift certificate valid at incredible small luxury properties including: L’Hotel in Paris; The G in Galway, Ireland (a perfect add-on to the air-included Dublin package below); Barcelona’s Hotel Claris (pairs nicely with the Marbella Spain package below); or the Gaia Hotel in Costa Rica (a great complement to the Guanacaste Costa Rica package below!).Whichever Small Luxury Hotel you choose, we know you’ll love the experience.

 
EXOTIC ESCAPES (Middle East/South Africa/Asia/South Pacific)
Aussie Adventure:
The Park Hyatt Sydney and The Langham Hotel, Melbourne, Australia
Experience the best of Sydney and Melbourne in true style at the top hotels in each of these incredible cities down under. In Sydney, your posh accommodations are courtesy of Park Hyatt Sydney, the beautiful hotel on the harbour with great views of the famous Opera House. You’re invited to spend four days/three nights in a City Harbour King room, and while here, you’ll also enjoy full breakfast for two and a delicious dinner for two at “harbourkitchen&bar”, the hotel’s signature restaurant overlooking the waterfront. In Melbourne, you’ll be treated to a two-night stay in a Club Corner guestroom at The Langham Hotel, which includes access to the Langham Hotel Club, serving daily breakfast, afternoon tea and evening canapés and aperitifs.
 
EXOTIC ESCAPES (Middle East/South Africa/Asia/South Pacific)
Best of Bali:
Kayumanis Private Estate at Jimbaran and Kayumanis Ubud Private Villa, Bali, Indonesia
Life does not get much better than in the beautiful setting of Bali. And luxury has reached a new level in Bali with the recent addition of sister properties Kayumanis Private Estate Jimbaran and Kayumanis Ubud Private Villa. The Ubud resort is an intimate hideaway nestled amongst groves of cinnamon trees and fragrant blooms, overlooking a tropical forest and the gently flowing Ayung River. The perfect compliment to your Ubud escape, Kayumanis Jimbaran is an exotic and idyllic retreat virtually hidden amongst the coconut trees and the romantic embrace of nearby Jimbaran Bay. Enjoy the best of both Balinese worlds with a four-day/three-night stay in private villa accommodations at each stunning property, including breakfast for two.
EXOTIC ESCAPES (Middle East/South Africa/Asia/South Pacific)
Bora Bora Here We Come!:
Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa, Bora Bora, Tahiti
The beauty of Bora Bora is best experienced from your luxurious private Overwater Villa at the Luxury Collection’s magnificent Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa in fabulous French Polynesia. Located on a private island in the part of the world author James Michener called “the most beautiful island in the world”, Bora Bora Nui Resort invites you to enjoy five days/four nights in a 1,000 square foot Horizon Overwater Villa. The perfect blend of Polynesian tradition, luxurious comfort and modern technology, each villa features satellite TV, internet access and best of all, built-in glass tables through which to watch the tropical fish swim by and the option to snorkel right off your own private deck!

 
EXOTIC ESCAPES (Middle East/South Africa/Asia/South Pacific)
Decadent Dubai and Oman Too:
Jumeirah Bab Al Shams Desert Resort (Dubai) & Evason Hideaway & Six Senses Spa at Zighy Bay, Oman
Enjoy a delightful stay in Dubai/Oman encased in sheer luxury at these twofabulous hotels, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort as well as the brand new (opening in May) Evason Hideaway & Six Senses Spa at Zighy Bay, less than two hours by car from Dubai on the dramatic northern Musandam Peninsula in the Sultanate of Oman. Your Dubai experience includes two nights at this gorgeous Jumeirah property with breakfast, pick up at the airport upon arrival plus three nights in Oman. Jumeirah’s Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is an elegant desert resort in a traditional Arabic fort setting featuring 115 rooms and suites appointed in traditional Gulf decor, complemented by the region's first authentic open-air Arabic desert restaurant. Further complete your Dubai/Oman experience with a three-night stay in a Pool Villa at the Evason Hideaway at Zighy Bay, a totally unique and breathtaking property featuring 82 pool villas, a private marina, and private butlers on call.
 
EXOTIC ESCAPES (Middle East/South Africa/Asia/South Pacific)
South Africa Sojourn:
CC Africa’s Phinda Private Game Reserve AND The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, South Africa
If you’ve always wanted to experience South Africa in true luxury, here’s your chance! This unique trip for two to this gorgeous part of the world includes three days/two nights enjoying an exhilirating Phinda Walking Safari followed by three days/two nights’ accommodation in one of the 16 hand-built glass-encased suites with private viewing decks at the exclusive Phinda Forest Lodge. Included are all meals, drinks, guided tours and game/safari activities. Follow your memorable safari experience with a three-day/two-night stay with daily breakfast at Capetown’s top hotel, The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa, an award-winning, five-star Red Carnation Hotel overlooking the sea flanked by famous Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles mountain range.
 
EXOTIC ESCAPES (Middle East/South Africa/Asia/South Pacific)
Shanghai Surprise:
The St. Regis Hotel, Shanghai, China
Experience the “Pearl of Shanghai” and enjoy a mix of indulgent elegance and cosmopolitan luxury when you visit the city’s top-rated hotel, The St. Regis Hotel, Shanghai. Located in the heart of Pudong, the 328-room St. Regis Hotel, Shanghai with breathtaking views from every room pampers its guests with the personal care of an exclusive St. Regis Butler throughout their stay. Your five-day/four-night stay in a Deluxe Room includes daily buffet breakfast for two, round-trip airport transfers and of course, the hotel’s signature butler service (ask about the personalized art and shopping tours they can arrange for you!). Why not combine this with the Hong Kong or Thailand (or both!) experience for an incredibly memorable Asian luxury holiday?

 
EXOTIC ESCAPES (Middle East/South Africa/Asia/South Pacific)
Take Me To Thailand:
Evason Hideaway & Six Senses Spa at Yao Noi,
Phang-Nga, Thailand
Be among the very first to discover this gem of a Thai hideaway, located on the island of Yao Noi, midway between Phuket and Krabi, among the awe-inspiring limestone pinnacles of Phang Nga. A 45-minute motorboat ride from Phuket, Evason Hideaway & Six Senses Spa at Yao Noi opens in May 2007, and features private villa accommodations, each with its own infinity-edged pool with sundeck and ‘round-the-clock butler service. During your four-day/three-night stay in a luxurious Pool Villa including daily breakfast for two, relax on the gorgeous private beach or partake in activities including Holistic spa treatments at the Six Senses Spa, tennis, Thai cultural excursions, complimentary bike rentals, Thai cooking classes/wine tastings, diving, and exclusive speedboat tours. Your exquisitely decorated Pool Villa features an outdoor lounge/dining area, wine fridge, Bose SoundDock, espresso machine, sitting area and a bathroom with a private outdoor shower. (Note: This trip makes a great compliment to Shangri-La Hong Kong and/or The St. Regis Shanghai experience listed above!)

 
EXOTIC ESCAPES (Middle East/South Africa/Asia/South Pacific)
Shangri-La Luxe:
Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong
Consistently voted as one of the finest hotels in the world, Island Shangri-La is centrally located in the heart of Hong Kong. Towering 56 floors above Victoria Harbour, it has direct access to Pacific Place - the island's most prestigious shopping and entertainment complex. The rooms and suites of this luxurious hotel are among the largest in Hong Kong and each offers breathtaking views of the city and famous harbour. Its award-winning restaurants bring an exquisite dining experience for the culinary epicurean. Enjoy all this exciting Asian city has to offer during your four-day/three-night stay for two in an Executive Suite, including the decadent breakfast buffet served daily at café TOO. (Note: we recommend pairing this with the Shanghai and/or Thailand trip below!)
 
Europe/UK
Go Dutch:
InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam Hotel, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Since the opening in 1867, the five-star InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam has been celebrated as the most beautiful and luxurious hotel in the Netherlands. The interior design resembles that of a gracious home, featuring Dutch Delft lamps, Oriental rugs and a plush color scheme throughout. Perfectly located on the banks of the Amstel River, the property is within walking distance of key Amsterdam attractions, including the Van Gogh Museum, Rijks Museum, Carré theatre & Rembrandt Square. Enjoy a three-day/two-night stay in an Executive Room, including full buffet breakfast, for two at this delightful Dutch hotel long favored by royalty and celebs.
Europe/UK
Hospitality in Hamburg:
Raffles Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten, Hamburg, Germany
Prominently located on the western side of the Inner Alster Lake shore in the heart of Hamburg, Raffles Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten has welcomed discerning guests from around the world for more than 100 years. A study in design, the hotel blends history, luxury and elegance in one; public areas are furnished with a collection of exquisite 16th- and 17th-century Flemish Gobelin tapestries, baroque cupboards and Renaissance chests. While here enjoying your three-day/two-night stay in a Deluxe room you will be treated daily to the hotel’s sumptuous Jahreszeiten breakfast for two.
 
 
Europe/UK
Irish Eyes Are Smiling: The Merrion, Dublin
Since opening in 1997, The Merrion Hotel has established itself as the epitome of relaxed grandeur, welcoming Dubliners and visitors to the city with stunningly appointed rooms, crackling turf fires and a host of facilities. Dublin’s finest five-star hotel is home to the award-winning Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud and the popular Cellar Bar set in original 18th century wine vaults. Two of you can fly courtesy of Continental Airlines to Dublin, where you will enjoy a four-day/three-night stay in Deluxe accommodations in The Merrion’s specially commissioned Garden Wing. You will also be treated to full Irish breakfast for two each morning.
 
Europe/UK
Idyllic Italy:
Hotel Gritti Palace (Venice) and Bernini Palace Hotel (Florence), Italy
Fly to Italy (Rome or Milan) courtesy of Continental Airlines and get ready for a true Italian experience that combines the best of Venice and Florence. You will be shrouded in luxury during your four-day/three-night stay at the award-winning, world-famous Hotel Gritti Palace (a Starwood Luxury Collection property) sitting right on the Grand Canal, steps from St. Mark’s Square. While here, you will enjoy daily buffet breakfast and your choice of a delicious lunch or dinner for two in Club del Doge, the hotel’s Venetian splendor of a dining room. From here, head to ever-charming Florence where you will enjoy a three-day/two-night stay with full breakfast for two at the uber-chic Bernini Palace by Baglioni Hotel in the heart of the city. Your luxurious Italian holiday also includes private transfers from the train station or local airport to your hotel, as well as a half-day private guided tour of both Florence and Venice courtesy of J&J Services Italy.
 
Europe/UK
Italian Gem:
Masseria San Domenico Resort, Spa Talasso, Golf, Brandisi, Italy
One of the most beautiful resorts in all of Italy sitting just steps from the Adriatic Sea about 30 minutes from Bari (often called “the next Tuscany”), Masseria San Domenico is a breathtaking resort featuring accommodations in whitewashed stone buildings set amidst ancient silver olive groves. In addition to the seaside, 18-hole golf course and a traditional Thalassotherapy Spa, the hotel offers the unique opportunity to sample Puglia’s famous cuisine and wines in its stunning dining room dating from the 1700s. Your four-day/three-night stay in a Superior Double room includes daily breakfast PLUS a complimentary dinner for two. (This package is a perfect add-on to the air-inclusive Idyllic Italy holiday listed above).
 
Europe/UK
Magical Monte Carlo:
Hotel Metropole Monte Carlo/Joel Robuchon, Monaco
This fabulous Belle Epoque-style grand hotel in the center of Monte Carlo, steps from the famous yacht-filled harbor, gives new meaning to attention to detail with its impeccable service in a setting that oozes world-class luxury. You can experience the hotel’s warmth and hospitality during your four-day/three-night stay in a spacious Junior Suite. Plus, you’ll enjoy daily breakfast and a complimentary gourmet culinary experience (dinner for two with beverages included) at the world-renowned Joel Robuchon Restaurant located at this beautiful hotel. VIP treatment goes without saying!
 
Europe/UK
Marvelous Marbella:
Marbella Club Hotel Golf Resort & Spa, Marbella, Spain
Located on the Southern Spanish Costa del Sol, in the heart of the ‘Golden Mile’ five minutes to Old Town Marbella and Puerto Banús, the renowned Marbella Club Hotel was once the private residence of Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe. Today, 121 luxury rooms and suites spread through the beachfront resort blend with the 16 Andalusian-Style villas featuring their own private gardens. Relax at either of the resort’s outdoor heated swimming pools or enjoy the sea views through the palm trees of the famous Beach Club during your four-day/three-night stay in a Suite Deluxe room inclusive of full buffet breakfast for two.

 
Europe/UK
London Calling:
Baglioni Hotel London, London, UK
Picture this: A super-chic luxury hotel in the heart of Kensington (steps from Hyde Park!) that is run by an Italian company that specializes in the art of hospitality. That is Baglioni London, a stylish, warm and luxurious hotel that prides itself on offering “luxury with an Italian touch.” Your four-day/three-night stay includes accommodations for two, traditional English breakfast daily PLUS a complimentary dinner for two in the hotel’s terrific Brunello Restaurant—a taste of Tuscany in London. VIP treatment is aways a given at Baglioni London! Added bonus: We’ll fly two of you to London and back courtesy of Continental Airlines!
 
Europe/UK
London Style:
Claridge’s Hotel or The Berkeley, London, UK
An ideal add-on to any London or European vacation (including the one listed above which includes round-trip air), this ultra-luxurious weekend in London offered by Maybourne Hotel Group enables you to spend two weekend nights at your choice of Maybourne’s super-luxury hotels, Claridge’s or The Berkeley. Claridge’s mixes traditional style with art deco chic while The Berkeley is one of the hippest hotels in this super-hip town (it’s walking distance from Harvey Nichol’s and Harrod’s!).
 
Europe/UK
Sweet St. Moritz:
Badrutt’s Palace, St. Moritz, Switzerland
The epitome of luxury located in the crown jewel of the Swiss Alps, Badrutt’s Palace has been attracting celebs and sophisticated travelers seeking the finest in service and accommodations for over a century! You’ve got to love a hotel that makes it mantra “Your wish is our command.” With its exceptional location set against a stunning Alpine backdrop, Badrutt’s Palace creates a unique and exclusive atmosphere of luxury for its guests. Your Sweet St. Moritz package includes a four-day/three-night stay in a Deluxe Double Room including daily breakfast.

 
CENTRAL/SOUTH AMERICA
Costa Rica Retreat:
Hotel Punta Islita, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Inlaid in a pristine mountain outpost of Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast a short 40-minute flight from San Jose, Hotel Punta Islita interweaves nature, community, and art in a colorful tapestry that cascades from the summit unto the intimate cove and namesake islet at the far end of the beach. Named one of the best hotels in the world by the readers of both Travel + Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler, Hotel Punta Islita will pamper you will authentic Costa Rican charm and sensible luxury during your three-day/two-night stay in a deluxe room. Continental breakfast for two people is included daily.
CENTRAL/SOUTH AMERICA
Retreat to Rio:
Caesar Park Rio De Janeiro Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Sitting just steps away from world-famous Ipanema Beach and a short stroll from the heart of Rio (arguably one of the most beautiful cities in the world), the Caesar Park Rio de Janeiro Hotel blends into its residential setting surrounded by exclusive Brazilian boutiques and incredible restaurants. Book this four-day/three-night stay in a deluxe oceanview room (a jr suite if available!) and you’ll quickly see why the hotel’s been named “Best Hotel in Latin America” by Latin Finance Magazine. Your package includes daily breakfast in a gorgeous setting featuring stunning city views, a welcome cocktail and VIP amenities.

 
CARIBBEAN/MEXICO
Anguilla Escape:
Cap Juluca, Anguilla, British West Indies
The number one Caribbean resort for five years running according to the readers of Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report, Cap Juluca is a secluded, sophisticated and romantic 179-acre retreat located on the stretch of gorgeous white-sand beach between world-famous Maundays Bay and Cove Bay. Overlooking the mountains of bustling St. Maarten just six miles away, Cap Juluca with its Moorish-style villa accommodations and impeccable service remains the essence of tranquility. Enjoy a four-day/three-night stay, including continental breakfast served on your private terrace daily, afternoon tea, watersports, tennis and tai chi.

 
CARIBBEAN/MEXICO
Caribbean Choice:
Elite Island Resorts, Antigua, St. Lucia, The Grenadines
Need a nice, long relaxing getaway? Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to enjoy an eight-day/seven night stay your choice of luxurious Elite Island Resorts on the dreamy islands of Antigua, St. Lucia or the ever-exclusive and private Palm Island in the Grenadines. You can choose to stay at such beautiful spots as the intimate Tahitian-inspired Galley Bay or opulent St. James’s Club (featuring its own Monte Carlo-style casino) on Antigua; the tropical 60-acre Windjammer Landing St. Lucia; or chic Palm Island where privacy reigns supreme.

 
CARIBBEAN/MEXICO
Jamaican Experience:
Half Moon, Rose Hall, Jamaica
Fly round-trip to magnificent Montego Bay courtesy of Continental Airlines, and find out for yourself why Half Moon is often referred to as one of the most spectacular and romantic resorts in the entire Caribbean. Stretching across two miles of pristine white sand, this 400-acre oceanfront resort features a Robert Trent Jones Sr.-designed 18-hole golf course, the renowned David Leadbetter Golf Academy, 13 lit tennis courts, an equestrian centre, full spa/fitness center, superb cuisine, 51 swimming pools, the exclusive Dolphin Lagoon, and a bustling shopping village. Enjoy it all during your five-day/four night stay for two!

 
CARIBBEAN/MEXICO
Island Stunner: