Pink Cocktail Kicks Off Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - To mark the start of breast cancer awareness month, the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort's Ohtli Spa will host a Pink Cocktail Party on September 28th at 8:00 pm to benefit the 'Esperanza' Foundation, an association that supports cancer survivors.

With stunning decor created by Rocco Troyani, the Ohtli Spa lobby will dress in pink to welcome the attendees, who will enjoy a variety of cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, music and, above all, an excellent evening, while supporting the cause.

Tickets cost $250 pesos and can be purchased at the concierge desk at Marriott Puerto Vallarta. 100% of the ticket price will be donated to Esperanza Foundation.

Esperanza Grupo de Apoyo para Sobrevivientes de Cancer de Puerto Vallarta is a non-profit association founded in 2006 by a group of local women who run a support group for Cancer survivors. Activities include monthly meetings, cancer prevention and motivational discussions, as well as medical, clinical and psychological support, patient visits and orientations. For more information (in Spanish) or to learn how you can help, call 044-322-135-6066 or send an email to esperanza-alegria(at)hotmail.com.

The CasaMagna Marriott Resort Puerto Vallarta is committed to being a valued member of the city through supporting various community-based events and fundraisers. The funds raised and donated to local communities in 2011 by the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort's 'Spirit to Serve Program' totaled $270,500 USD; the total number of room nights the hotel donated in support of nonprofit and charity organizations was more than 200; and 250 of hotel's associates were active participants in a variety of community activities.