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Make memories to last a lifetime on your visit to a country with exquisite beauty, luxurious hotels, and amazing food!

Marrakech, Morocco is a hub for celebrity chefs, opulent spas, designer boutiques, and incredible nightlife. Everyone from Julia Roberts to Naomi Campbell have threaded through the city's labyrinthine lanes...join them in North Africa's hottest city! In this complete, all-encompassing week-long dream vacation for two!

"The Drama League’s Moroccan trip was one of our all time favorite luxury trips and we’ve traveled the world. It was straight out of Aladdin’s Lamp…from our first night’s stay to the last…transported...beyond imagination. From fabulous accommodations to charming and stylish hosts & hostesses that guide you through the labyrinth of Marrakech. In the capable hands of Boutique Souk, there was absolutely nothing left to want for!”
~ Rex and Jane Scatena, 2014 winners of this auction Package.

The knowledgeable and charming Alessa Herbosch, US Ambassador for Boutique Souk, will be happy to answer any questions or requests about Morocco prior to your departure, and will work with you to hand-tailor the trip itinerary to best suit your needs and fulfill your requests. 

Your trip for two includes:

1) Two First or Business Class flights courtesy of Delta Air Lines. Roundtrip Airfare from anywhere in the Continental US to Casablanca, where you'll be picked up by a private chauffeur and driven in style to Marrakech. (Travel class dependent on route and availability. See disclaimer below.)

2) Two-Night Luxury Stay in a Junior Suite at Dar Ahlam in the Province of Ouarzazate, Morocco. Dar Ahlam is traditional Kasbah nestling in the palm groves of Skoura at the gateway to the Southern Moroccan desert. It is a truly unique location, where everything is designed to ensure that your dreams come true. CLICK HERE FOR DAR AHLAM

Your stay includes:

       * Transfers from and to Ouarzazate Airport by 4x4 with driver

       * All meals, snacks and beverages (softs, wines and alcohols) except
          some  "a la carte" wines and Champagne

       * Hammam, traditional bath, heated swimming-pool.

       * Exclusive excursions by 4x4 with guide and driver.

       * Cooking demonstration and a special dinner.
 
3) Five days, four nights in a One-Bedroom Riad at The Royal Mansour: Fit for a king, the Royal Mansour hotel is owned by the King of Morocco, and is the last word in luxury. Royal Mansour is a unique retreat set in the heart of one of the world’s most exciting destinations. Styled on a traditional medina, Royal Mansour occupies a perfect setting within the ancient walls of Marrakech. Meticulous design and pure Moroccan architecture are combined to create one of the most beautiful hotels in the world.

Each of their 53 riads is fashioned as a private house with individual floors for a comfortable living area, accommodation and an individual roof terrace with solarium and pool for the ultimate relaxation. This sense of privacy extends throughout the hotel; within 3.5 hectares they have carefully landscaped Andalusian gardens and created a wealth of amenities including traditional Moroccan Spa, three restaurants under the umbrella of the 3 star Michelin Chef Yannick Alleno, stylish art gallery and library as well as swimming pools for guests pleasure. To stay at Royal Mansour is to experience hospitality at it’s finest; their 350 expert staff will offer an unprecedented level of service and personal attention in the most discreet way while using the underground tunnels covering the entire property. http://royalmansour.com/

4) A Moroccan Cooking Workshop at the legendary La Maison Arabe: You'll take the spice of the desert home when you learn to cook traditional Moroccan dishes at one of Marrakech's most famous restaurants. The private workshops are conducted by a dada (traditional Moroccan cook) or a professional chef from the restaurant. You'll work alongside a translator using easy-to-use modern equipment found in everyday kitchens. At the end of the workshop, dine on the meal you've just prepared! www.lamaisonarabe.com

6) Private Dinner with Alessandra Lippini: Marrakech has long been a gathering place for international trendsetters and style icons. Yves Saint Laurent, Fernando Sanchez, and Serge Lutens have all called the city home. You'll live like a celebrity at a dinner hosted by Alessandra Lippini, former editor of Vogue Italia. It's an experience you won't forget!

7) Complimentary Tour Guide for one day, courtesy of Boutique Souk, Morocco’s leading concierge and wedding planning company.

8) A Day Trip with Driver and Lunch at Sir Richard Branson's Kasbah Tamadot: Bought by Sir Richard Branson in 1998 during one of his famous ballooning expeditions, Kasbah Tamadot is set at the foothills of the Atlas Mountains one hour's drive from Marrakech, Morocco. www.kasbahtamadot.virgin.com

Item Special Note

Courtesy of Boutique Souk, Delta Air Lines, The Royal Mansour, Dar Ahlam, La Maison Arabe, Alessandra Lippini, Jano Herbosch and Alessa Herbosch.

Payment Disclaimer:

PLEASE NOTE: In order prevent credit card fraud, if the winning bid exceeds $1,000, The Drama League of New York will require a signed credit card authorization form, a photocopy of both sides of the purchasing credit card (all but the last 4 digits may be blacked out), and proof of identity (state-issued photo ID – private ID numbers may be blacked out), OR payment via check or money order before arranging the prize package for the winner.

Travel & Accomodation Disclaimer:

Must be booked 2 months in advance. Package is available until December 15, 2015 only. Not valid in April and October, 2015. No refunds will be given if travel is not booked and executed by December 15, 2015.

Domestic transportation between Marrakech and Ouarzazate not included. We are happy to advise.

Business Class Delta flights subject restrictrions and blackout dates and schedules, may not include all flights on any given day, and may include partner airlines on flights to destinations Delta does not service. Class availability not guaranteed on partner flights. Delta flights are subject to terms and conditions listed below.

Delta Air Lines Terms & Conditions:

1)     Reservations/Ticketing: Reservations must be made and tickets issued prior to departure. Reservations made on delta.com must be ticketed at time of reservation. Reservations made by calling Delta reservations must be ticketed within 14 days after the reservation is made and all reservations must be ticketed at least 14 days before departure. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights or in all markets.

2)     Travel Dates: Certificate is redeemable for travel by the date provided in associated award or agreement. All travel must then be completed within one year of certificate redemption date. Extensions will not be granted under any circumstances.

3)     Booking Class: Certificate may be redeemed for a one-way or round-trip ticket in authorized fare class only.

4)     Fare Basis Code: *GRATIS (*Insert applicable booking class. Ex: YGRATIS).

5)     Minimum Stay: None.

6)     Maximum Stay: Travel must be completed within one year of the certificate issue date.

7)     Blackout dates: None

8)     Itinerary: Stopovers, circle trips, open-segments, and waitlisting are not permitted. Single open-jaw itineraries are permitted.

9)     Valid carrier: Delta Air Lines, Delta Connection carriers and Delta Shuttle (excludes code share flights other than KLM)

10)  Routing: All travel must be via the routes of DL/KL in which DL/KL publishes fares. Fares to/from Japan, Asia and Micronesia are valid via Deltas transpacific flights only. KLM designated/operated flights are only permitted on flights between the US, Canada, Mexico and Europe, India, Africa and the Middle East. DL/KL schedules are not guaranteed and are subject to change without notice. Passengers who encounter flight irregularities will not be entitled to normal amenities as outlined in Delta’s applicable tariffs. Denied boarding compensation, if applicable, will not be paid.

11)  Non-Transferability: Certificate is non-transferable and void if sold or bartered by the recipient. The sale or barter of tickets obtained through redemption of this certificate is also prohibited. Any tickets obtained through such sale or barter are void and will not be honored for travel.

12)  Taxes/Fees: Additional taxes/fees/surcharges/inspection and security fees may apply. Passenger facility charges do not apply. Any tax liability or other government imposed fees are the responsibility of the user and will be determined at time of ticketing.

13)  Changes:  Tickets may be cancelled or reissued without penalty for a period of 24 hours after reservation is made.  After this cancellation/reissue privilege expires, changes are permitted for tickets issued in Tiers 2, 3 and 4 (subject to availability in the applicable fare class) for a fee of $200 (USD/CAD) for travel within the United States, between the United States and Canada and for travel between the United States/Canada and the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America.  For travel outside the United States, Caribbean, Mexico, and the Central America, the change fee for Delta-marketed flights is typically $250, but can vary based on location and type of fare change (i.e. a fee of $300 (USD/CAD) will apply for changes made to travel between the US/Canada and South America).

14)  Upgrades: Not permitted

15)  Standby: Not permitted

16)  Certificate offer: Certificate is void where prohibited by law. Certificate has no value except when redeemed in accordance with all terms and conditions. Certificate will be fully used once tickets have been issued and will not be returned or replaced. Certificate is the property of Delta Air Lines, Inc.

17)  SkyMiles: SkyMiles mileage credit will NOT be awarded for travel with this certificate.

18)  Same day confirmed: (Applicable only to travel within the US/Canada.) Based on availability. Passengers holding confirmed reservations and tickets may confirm earlier/later same day flight within 3 hours from scheduled departure time between same origin/destination for a non-refundable fee of $50 USD/$61CAD. There is no fee for tickets issued in Tier 1 categories.

19)  Refund: Any taxes, fees or charges paid at the time of ticket issuance will be refunded if ticket is not used. However, once redeemed, certificate is void and will have no further value.

20)  Miscellaneous: Delta reserves the right to revise terms and conditions at anytime without notice. Schedules are subject to change without notice. Terms and conditions of this offer are as written and cannot be altered, modified, or waived unless authorized in writing by a corporate officer of Delta Air Lines, Inc.