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Longines and Kentucky Derby Weekend for Four

It might be the two greatest minutes in sports, but this package includes VIP access to an entire weekend of the ultra-exclusive events leading up to the 2012 Kentucky Derby, the pinnacle of thoroughbred horse races in the U.S. Access to Millionaire’s Row is available
only to personal seating license (PSL) holders who pay handsomely for the privilege: $30,000 per year for 30 years. Despite these barriers to entry, this package includes four Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby tickets on Millionaire’s Row! And the opportunities they avail are priceless – the kind normally enjoyed by only the ultra-affluent, uberconnected and exceptionally elite.

Begin this unforgettable weekend by attending the Taste of the Derby on Thursday, May 3, Louisville’s spectacular cocktail-chic charity event sponsored by Longines Timepieces. This exceptional evening celebrates the cuisine of popular horse-racing destinations across the country as world-renowned chefs serve up their specialties with a delectable wine pairing alongside famous horse-racing personalities. On Friday, May 4, you’ll add another experience to your bucket list by attending the Mint Jubilee, the premier social soiree of the Kentucky Derby weekend at the Palace Theater. Longines is an executive sponsor of the Mint Jubilee. Following the Derby on Saturday, May 5, attend the Winner’s Party watch presentation to get up close and personal with the jockeys, trainers and owners.

Enjoy sumptuous suite accommodations at the legendary Galt House for three nights. Includes first-class airfare on American Airlines to Louisville, KY., in addition to transportation to and from each destination.

The 2012 Kentucky Derby will be the perfect occasion to wear your new Longines Master Collection Moon Phases “Andre Agassi” watch. This limited edition has been created as a tribute to the eight Grand Slams won by Andre Agassi. The silver-finished barleycornpatterned dial features a golden “8”. This model is number three out of only eight pieces produced. The round, rose gold case, 40 mm in diameter, is set with 56 Top Wesselton VVS diamonds.

This package has been generously donated by Longines. Flights were donated by American Airlines. This trip will take place May 3 – 6, 2012, and the dates for the trip are nonnegotiable. Program elements are subject to change. Two Galt House suites will be provided for three nights to accommodate up to four guests. First-class airfare for four people, with flights originating in the continental United States, will also be provided. Package expires on May 6, 2012. This package is nontransferable and nonrefundable.

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VIP For Four at the 2012 US Open Finals Weekend

Sports fans will covet this truly first-class package to the 2012 US Open. To start, you and three guests will board a first-class flight on American Airlines to New York City. Once in Manhattan, you will check in to the Four Seasons Hotel New York for a four-night stay.

From there, you and your guests will enjoy the finals weekend of the US Open as VIPs. You are invited to the exclusive President’s Suite for four spectacular sessions of tennis; Women’s Singles Semifinals on Friday, Men’s Singles Semifinals on Saturday, Women’s
Singles Final on Saturday evening, and the Women’s Doubles Final and Men’s Singles Final on Sunday. As a guest of the United States Tennis Association president, you and your three guests are entitled to the following:

• Seats in the USTA President’s Courtside Box|
• Lunch or dinner in the President’s Dining Room
• Hospitality with bar service, snacks and more in the President’s Lounge
• Access to all other courts at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
• Behind-the-scenes tour of Arthur Ashe Stadium, including Players’ Lounge, Players’ Dining Room and Media Center.

While you’re on site at the Open, make your way from the courtside box to a private lunch with former world No. 1 and renowned tennis commentator, John McEnroe!

To complete this spectacular package, dinner for four will be provided by the acclaimed Campagnola Restaurant on the Upper East Side (Andre’s personal favorite).

This package has been generously donated by Jon Vegosen, the United States Tennis Association and John McEnroe. Flights, dinner and hotel were donated by American Airlines, Campagnola Restaurant and Four Seasons Hotel New York. This trip will take place September 7 – 9, 2012, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. Lunch with John McEnroe will be for four people and scheduled at a mutually agreeable time during the 2012 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Tennis sessions are subject to rescheduling due to inclement weather. Gentleman must wear jackets and slacks in the President’s Dining Room. Children under the age of 12 will not be allowed in the President’s Suite. Two standard rooms at the Four Seasons Hotel New York will be provided for four nights and certain date restrictions apply. Ground transportation, incidentals and meals, except as noted above, are not included in this package. This package is nontransferable and nonrefundable.

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Viagogo: The Greatest Sports Experience

Viagogo is the place where real fans go for real tickets. And viagogo is bringing the best of the sports world to you. Viagogo will be sending you and three of your favorite people to the finest sporting events in the country in 2012 – the World Series, NCAA Final Four, Masters Golf and the Super Bowl!

• Super Bowl 2012
   – Four seats in a premium location

• World Series 2012
   – Four seats in a premium location at your choice of one of the first four games

• NCAA Final Four Championships 2012
   – Four seats in a premium location at the semifinal and final games

• Masters Golf 2012
   – Four passes for the final day

This package was generously donated by viagogo. All tickets will be fulfilled no later than the event week. Viagogo reserves the right to hand off the tickets on the day of the event. Winning bidder will receive four tickets together in a “premium” location. Super Bowl 2012 will be held on February 5, 2012, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Dates and locations of the other event games will be announced at a later date and are nonnegotiable. This package does not include airfare, hotel, meals or transfers. This package will expire on December 31, 2012. The package is nontransferable and nonrefundable.

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Escape at Camelback Mountain Spa & Resort

You and a guest are invited to an exclusive weekend where the world’s most philanthropic and elite athletes gather with a small group of individuals who share a passion for pushing their limits in sport, fun and service to others. Join celebrity athletes, renowned chefs and 75 other couples at the extraordinary Sanctuary Camelback Spa and Resort, which will be closed down for this private weekend.

Weekend hosts include Andre Agassi, Muhammad Ali, Lance Armstrong, Cris Collinsworth, Warrick Dunn, Mia Hamm, Tony Hawk, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Alonzo Mourning, Anthony Muñoz, Paul O’Neill and Annika Sorenstam, as well as surprise entertainment and celebrity chefs.

ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME ACTIVITIES: Guests choose among unique athletic opportunities such as a tennis clinic with Andre Agassi and Stefanie Graf, a bike ride with Lance Armstrong and Tony Hawk, golf clinic at a private club led by Annika Sorenstam, Fantasy Baseball at spring training with Paul O’Neill and other Hall of Famers, and more.

CUSTOM ENTERTAINMENT: Chalk talk with Cris Collinsworth just weeks post-Super Bowl, Iron Chef Competition where guests are teamed up with athletes and celebrity chefs, and exclusive wine tasting with the world’s foremost vintners.

THOUGHT-PROVOKING ROUNDTABLES: Taking philanthropy to the next level, discuss and debate social issues, education and youth service with champions and experts in a casual environment.

ULTIMATE HIGHLIGHT: Private celebration of Muhammad Ali’s 70th birthday with family and friends.

A TRUE ESCAPE: All athletes and guests will stay at the Sanctuary, No. 1-ranked spa by Condé Nast. First-class airfare for you and your guest will be provided into Phoenix. Upon arrival in Arizona, all expenses for your escape will be covered, including accommodations, activities, food, beverage, ground transportation and tips.

Dates for this weekend are nonnegotiable and will be February 23 – 26, 2012, in Paradise Valley, Arizona. First-class airfare for two people with flights originating in the continental United States will be provided. Transfers, hotel and meals are not included in package other than what is specified in the package details. Package expires on February 26, 2012. Package is nontransferable and nonrefundable.

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The Ultimate Design – Dream Interior by Kinari International

This renowned group of inspired professionals will provide you an opportunity to enjoy the ultimate in design.

The creative team of Kinari International will personally design your home, yacht or aircraft – the space of your choice – up to 10,000 sq. ft.! Next, a bespoke dining table, unique to your chosen interior, will be created by Julia Wong of the acclaimed Julia Wong Designs. Also, enjoy a personal art consultation with Mitch Obstfeld, curator of the famed Zhou B Art Center, to complete your dream interior.

Since your dwelling is just the way you want it, you’ll want to celebrate it with Pacific Coast Studios, an innovative production facility. They will capture your newly designed space on HD film, featuring detailed before and after shots.

Now it’s time to spoil yourself even further! Stephan Perron, award-winning hair stylist, international master judge and co-owner of studio Perron+Aitken in Montreal, Canada, will visit your home to give you and a friend a makeover; one-on-one hair and coiffure consultations will be offered.

To bring this design extravaganza full circle, savor a three-day, two-night stay in Chicago, with a grand deluxe suite provided by the luxurious Raffaello Boutique Hotel, and a VIP tour of the city by the Chicago Architecture Foundation. First-class flights will be booked on American Airlines.

This package has been generously donated by Kinari International, Julia Wong Designs, Mitch Obstfeld, Zhou B Art Center, studio Perron+Aitken, Pacific Coast Studios, Raffaello Boutique Hotel, Chicago Architecture Foundation and American Airlines. This package entitles the winner to complimentary design services for any home, yacht or aircraft, up to 10,000 square feet, designed within the continental United States. Design, art, hair and coiffure consultations, as well as video shoot, will be scheduled at a mutually agreeable time and location. The trip to Chicago and VIP tour will be scheduled at a mutually agreeable time; transfers and meals in Chicago are not included. One deluxe suite at the Raffaello Boutique Hotel will be provided for two nights and certain date restrictions apply. First-class airfare for two people with flights originating in the continental United States will also be provided. Package expires on December 31, 2012. The package is nontransferable and nonrefundable.

The Andre Agassi Foundation for Education is a 501c3 organization