In support of October Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Raffles Amrita Spa will be hosting a Pink Day at Raffles Amrita Spa on Friday, 22nd October. 100% of the proceeds from all manicures and pedicures, Trendz Ladies & Gents Salon offerings, and luxurious spa treatments will be donated to the Safe and Sound Breast Cancer Awareness Program. In support of this initiative, the therapistswill be donating their days pay to ensure that 100% of the proceeds go directly to the program. Pink cupcakes, mocktails, t-shirts, hats and breast cancer informational brochures will be given to everyone supporting the Pink Day at Raffles Amrita Spa initiative.
In addition, Raffles Dubai will be giving away a luxurious Raffles Cares package to a breast cancer survivor nominated by a friend or family member. The exquisite package includes one night in a majestic 150 sqm Diplomatic Suite complete with a 24 hour butler, choice of two 60 minute spa treatments and Raffles Roast Friday brunch for two. Nominations will be accepted up until 21st October by telling the inspirational story of a breast cancer survivor via email at marketing.dubai@raffles.com. Winner will be announced at the Safe and Sound Breast Cancer Program walk on Friday 29th October.
In addition to donating treatments from the Pink Day at Raffles Amrita, colleagues of Raffles Dubai will be participating in the annual walk on 29th October. A formal cheque presentation of money raised by all the Breast Cancer Awareness Month initiatives at Raffles Dubai will be presented to the Safe and Sound Program at the walk. Raffles Hotels & Resorts are committed to supporting environmental and community care initiatives via the Raffles REACH (Rendering Encouragement, Assistance, Care and Hope) Program, by leading the way to support worthy causes worldwide.
Launched in 1997, Safe and Sound Breast Cancer Awareness Program is one of the region’s largest, most comprehensive breast cancer awareness campaigns. The year round program focuses on the key message of survival through early detection and treatment by educating the entire community on risk factors and the importance of being proactive by performing regular check-ups.
Through numerous in-mall and external events, such as the annual pink walkathon, along with comprehensive outreach initiatives, Safe and Sound has encouraged families in the UAE to proactively take charge of their health. Proceeds from fund raising initiatives are monitored by the Red Crescent and go towards generating further awareness and supporting patient care.
ABout Raffles Hotels & Resorts
Raffles Hotels & Resorts epitomises enchanting experiences, embodying global sophistication and residential charm, imbued with heartfelt service like a gentle breeze. At Raffles, guests arrive as residents, leave as friends and return as family.
Raffles’ relentless pursuit of service excellence has earned its hotels and resorts a legion of international accolades, including Condé Nast World’s Best Places to Stay and Travel & Leisure World’s Best Awards. Its flagship Raffles Hotel Singapore was voted Best Hotel in Asia for four consecutive years by readers of Ultratravel magazine by The Daily Telegraph while Raffles Beijing Hotel was named Best Luxury Hotel by Travel Weekly China in 2009. In addition, Raffles Hotels & Resorts is consistently ranked among the world’s top 10 hotel brands in the annual Condé Nast Traveler Business Travel Awards.
Raffles Hotels & Resorts is owned by Fairmont Raffles Hotels International, a leading global hotel company with 98 hotels and resorts worldwide under the Raffles, Fairmont and Swissôtel brands. The company also manages Fairmont and Raffles branded residences, Estates and luxury private residence club properties. For more information, please visit www.raffles.com
Raffles Hotels & Resorts’ award-winning collection of legendary hotels includes:
1. Raffles Hotel, Singapore
2. Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia
3. Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
4. Raffles Beijing Hotel, China
5. Raffles Dubai, United Arab Emirates
6. Raffles Tianjin, China
7. Raffles Paris – Le Royal Monceau (2010)
8. Raffles Makkah Palace, Saudi Arabia (2010)
Future Additions include:
1. Raffles Praslin, Seychelles
2. Raffles Makati, Philippines
3. Raffles Sanya, Qingshui Bay, China
4. Raffles Konottaa, Maldives
5. Raffles Jakarta, Indonesia