
Bloomingdales has a gift to share for the holidays–the chance to travel the world. By bidding on any of their seven world experiences, you will also be benefitting AmeriCares, a non-profit international disaster relief and humanitarian aid organization. These trips will be auctioned off, and the highest bidder of each will be the lucky one to go on a fabulous journey. Here are the seven experiences that you have the chance to experience:
1. In the Haute Seat - Giorgio Armani: Two First Class round-trip tickets to Milan, Italy. For five days (within the September 22-30, 2007 window), you and your guest can meet Giorgio Armani, be pampered with a private fitting, and attend his fashion show during Milan fashion week! You will also receive a $10,000 value of his and her Armani ensemble, and have a delicious dinner at Nobu. And where are you going to stay? In the Deluxe One Bedroom Suite of course, at the Principe di Savoia!
2. Wimbledon Style - Ralph Lauren: Two First Class round-trip tickets to London, England. For five days, within the July 2-9, 2007 window, you can attend a tennis tournament at Wimbledon with your guest in Ralph Lauren’s seats, and then receive $10,000 worth of customized Polo Ralph Lauren Wardrobe and exclusive gear to take home! Who wouldn’t die for this amazing wardrobe from the first designer in Wimbledon’s history to create on-court uniforms? You will also get a private tour of The All England Lawn Tennis Club, along with a personalized shopping experience in the Ralph Lauren store in London. This all comes with the luxury of staying in a One Bedroom Suite at The Milestone Hotel.
3. Objects of Desire - Fendi: Two First Class round-trip tickets to Rome, Italy. This trip is for five days, within the May 19-24, 2007 window. You and your guest can receive star treatment as you go on a private tour of Palazzo Fendi, the seven-story flagship store and company headquarters in Rome’s premier shopping street, Via Condotti. You can meet the design team and get to know the true Fendi style firsthand. The experience also includes a $10,000 shopping experience with personal shoppers at the Fendi flagship store, a private 6-course dinner on the Palazzo Fendi terrace with violinist or pianist, and a one hour Ride in the Hotel De Russie Lamborghini Electric Car! You and your guest can enjoy your stay in a One Bedroom Deluxe Suite at the Rocco Forte’s Hotel de Russie.
4. Life is Grand Prix - Hugo Boss: Two First Class round-trip tickets to Nice, France. For five days, within the May 25-29, 2007 window, you and your guest can experience the world’s greatest motor race, Formula One Grand Prix, VIP style! You will also receive a private tour of the famed race track in Monte Carlo. After, get ready to meet and greet with a McLaren Mercedes driver! You will also receive a $3000 value of his and her BOSS Black Wardrobes, a champagne for two at Jimmy’s and a luxurious stay at the One Bedroom Suite at the Le Palaisdela Mediterranea.
5. Jewels of the Jet Seat- David Yurman: Two First Class round-trip tickets to New York City. For five days (within the May 2-6, 2007 window), you and your guest can meet David Yurman as he presents his showroom jewelry collections, and then selects a piece for you (a $10,000 value)! You can then experience downtown New York with two VIP passes to the Tribeca film festival, presented by American Express. The experience also includes a relaxing day at Cornelia Day Spa (a $5000 value of a consultation and facial with Cornelia herself, professional hairstyling and makeup, a signature massage, a champagne lunch, and a shopping spree at the Cornelia Luxury Lifestyle Boutique!), dinner for two at Nobu, and a One Bedroom Suite at the Hotel Plaza Athenee.
6. The Wonders of Waterford Crystal: Two First Class round-trip tickets to Dublin, Ireland. Within the September 12-17, 2007 window, you and your guest can enjoy two nights at the Merrion Penthouse where you can enjoy the historic city of Dublin. Then, you will take a private helicopter to Waterford, Ireland, where you will visit the Lismore castle and enjoy a VIP tour of the Waterford Crystal factory with a Waterford designer. And, with the help of a Waterford specialist, you can design your very own chandelier that you can take back home (a $15,000 value)! You will also receive a gift package including $4000 worth of service for eight of china, crystal, silver and table linens, a private viewing and tour of the Book of Kells, and a stay at the Ashford Castle!
7. Flight of Fancy - Sentient Jet: Fly on your own private jet to your choice of either New York, London, Rome, Milan, Dublin or Monte Carlo on the most luxurious flight! The highest bidder will be able to take part in this VIP experience.
The auction will be held from November 27 to December 7, 2006. For more details, click here.