2025 Auction Lots

Five (5) glamorous nights from Florence to Paris with BVLGARI and the Orient Express from Sunday, June 15-Friday, June 20, 2025 for one (1) couple

Roundtrip, Business Class Airfare from any major city in the contiguous United States to Italy and returning from France
VIP Meet and Greet, roundtrip airport services with customs assistance
Roundtrip, airport transfers and private ground transportation to all stated activities

Florence, Italy:
Two (2) nights’ accommodations in a Junior Suite at the Five-star Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, from Sunday, June 15-Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Visit to BVLGARI Leather Goods & Accessories Manifattura to discover the new Mary Katrantzou Collection and for a customized handbag design experience
One (1) $20,000 credit toward your custom-made bespoke handbag
Private tour at Antinori nel Chianti Classico, followed by lunch at Rinuccio 1180 overlooking the Tuscan countryside
Bespoke day in Florence tailored to the winners’ personal taste, showcasing the best in Florence’s art, culture and shopping

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train:
One (1) night’s accommodation in a Grand Suite onboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train from Florence to Paris from Tuesday, June 17-Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Grand Suite includes a private ensuite bathroom, expansive living area, 24-hour butler service and free-flowing Champagne
Gourmet meals, non-alcoholic beverages and select alcoholic beverages are included onboard

Paris, France:
Two (2) nights’ accommodations in a Suite at the Five-star BVLGARI Hôtel Paris from Wednesday, June 18-Friday, June 20, 2025
Private appointment at the Alta Gioielleria
Bespoke Paris experience tailored to the winners’ personal taste, including private tours at iconic Dior Heritage Exhibit, Torlonia exhibit at the Louvre and Fondation Louis Vuitton
Dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant

One couple will spend five nights in a waking dream that includes a newly restored Grand Suite on the opulent Belmond Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, along with the fashion, art and culture of Florence and the glamour of BVLGARI in Paris.

Your journey will begin at the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, a tranquil haven of fountains, statues and century-old trees just a 10-minute walk from the Piazza del Duomo. The historic Five-star hotel, with its Michelin-starred Italian restaurant and locally inspired Spa, is steps away from the heart of Florence.

You’ll explore the height of Florentine fashion when you discover the new Mary Katrantzou Collection at BVLGARI’s Leather Goods & Accessories Manifattura and enjoy a $20,000 credit towards your own custom-made handbag—a bespoke masterpiece just for you. In addition, you’ll indulge in a day tailored entirely to your personal tastes, with a customized itinerary designed to showcase the best of Florence’s art, culture and shopping.

Florence has been the home of the Marchesi Antinori wine dynasty since 1385. Enjoy a private tour at the renowned Antinori nel Chianti Classico estate, followed by a gourmet lunch at the Rinuccio 1180 restaurant, on a rooftop overlooking the stunning Tuscan countryside. Savor regional dishes such as panzanella salad with codfish, tortellini with rabbit ragu and the famous bistecca alla fiorentina.

It’s time to step aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and return to the golden age of travel. Each carriage on the train has been meticulously restored to create a vision of Art Deco indulgence, recalling the history of famed parties and intriguing guests, among them spies, authors, ambassadors and royalty.

You’ll feel like royalty in one of the Grand Suites, which feature marble bathrooms, 24-hour butler service and a luxurious lounging area with Champagne and cocktails always available. World-class cuisine is prepared from ingredients loaded onto the train at stops along the journey.

After dinner, relax in the iconic bar car to the sounds of the resident pianist. In the morning, as the landscape of Europe glides by your window, feast on scrambled eggs with caviar and scampi ravioli as you approach your destination. After being transported back in time, this is a trip that will resonate in your memory for years to come.

The adventure continues in Paris, where you’ll stay in a Suite at the Five-star BVLGARI Hôtel Paris in the heart of the “Golden Triangle” on Avenue George V. When you’re not relaxing in your spacious Suite, rejuvenate in the hotel spa, a sanctuary devoted to both inner and physical well-being.

You’ll visit the epicenter of Alta Gioielleria, or High Jewelry, at the BVLGARI flagship store at 23, Place Vendôme. Discover the timeless beauty of BVLGARI’s Alta Gioielleria with an exclusive appointment, tailored to your personal style and preferences. Experience an immersion in Parisian culture with VIP tours at the iconic Dior Heritage exhibit, the prestigious Torlonia exhibit at the Louvre and Fondation Louis Vuitton, with all visits customized to your preferences. One evening, relish an unforgettable Michelin-starred meal, perfectly paired with world-class wines.

The journey from Florence to Paris is an experience you’ll never forget. Bid generously, and help our children make the journey from poverty to a secure life.

Insider's Info

This lot is for one (1) couple. Due to the limited availability of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, the lot is date specific and must be taken Sunday, June 15-Friday, June 20, 2025. If the winning bidders are unable to travel during these dates, there may be alternative dates in 2026, based on the availability of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, for an additional fee at the winning bidders’ expense. All meals are included as stated above and served with non-alcoholic beverages and select wine. Gratuities are included for all stated activities. Any additional meals, beverages and gratuities are at the winners’ expense.

Donor

BVLGARI
Airfare donated by Ashley & Adam Gerry and Dave Gibbons