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Experience healing and renewal through our survivor vacations. We offer empowering retreats that allow breast cancer survivors to relax, rejuvenate, and connect in peaceful settings worldwide.
2025 SURVIVOR GROUP VACATIONS
Send Me on Vacation offers 4-6 group vacations yearly to selected locations worldwide. The vacations can be 4-7 days in length. Groups range from 6- 20 people. Recipients will be accommodated in a shared room/bathroom unless a single room option is offered. Each vacation is individually created and details of each program will be shared on the vacation invites. Invites are sent out 3-6 months before vacation dates.
INDIVIDUAL VACATIONS
An Individual “Freestyle Vacation” is a 7 night vacation accommodation certificate, to one of 5 selected Grand Pacific Resorts. The week long stay is in a one bedroom unit and can sleep up to 4 people (utilizing the sofa bed) Reservations are subject to space availability and subject to a daily resort fee payable upon check/in. You must have a credit card for a security deposit that will be returned to you upon check-out. Individual “Freestyle Vacations” are offered to every applicant upon request. Once your application has been processed you may request your week by contacting Heidi Lamprecht at Heidi.sendmeonvacation@gmail.com. Once your reservation has been made and your certificate has been issued you are obligated to travel. A no show fee of $250 will apply. Transportation and meals are not included.
APPLICATION PROCESS
How to Apply
To apply, visit our application page and click the pink button on the first screen. You’ll need to download, print, and mail the application to the address provided in the packet. Be sure to include a signed doctor’s release, which can come from either your primary doctor or your treating oncologist. You’re also welcome to share your story and photo by mailing them with the packet or emailing them to communications@sendmeonvacation.org.
What Happens After Applying:
Once we process your application, you’ll be eligible to request a freestyle vacation certificate or join a group vacation. We’ll send travel invites to all our group vacations throughout the year from communications@sendmeonvacation.org, or you can check our website for available trips. Vacations are subject to resort availability and resort sponsorship.
Application Status:
You only need to apply once. Your application will remain on file unless you request to have it removed.
All Applicants:
All applicants are responsible for covering their airfare, transfers, and any other specified charges on the invitation.
Payment Details:
A deposit date will be provided, and full payment is due 60 days before your departure. Travel insurance is mandatory for all participants.
Ongoing Invitations:
Once your application is complete and processed, you will be eligible to attend any upcoming vacations and will receive invitations by email. Your name will remain on our list indefinitely, and each year you’ll receive emails about new trips available for application.
APPLICATION PACKET
General Requirements For SMOV Application
- Breast Cancer Diagnosis:
The applicant must be diagnosed with breast cancer and have completed treatment. - Self-Application:
The application must be submitted by the applicant themselves, not a friend or family member. - Medical Approval:
The applicant must confirm that the vacation is safe and approved by their healthcare provider. - Personal Story:
The applicant must provide a personal story explaining why they believe their circumstances qualify them for a vacation through Send Me On Vacation. - Required Documents:
The applicant must complete, sign, and send the following documents:- SMOV Application Form
- Contact Information
- SMOV Vacation Preferences
- SMOV Agreement
- HIPAA Form:
The applicant must complete, sign, and send the HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) form. - Physician’s Consent:
The applicant’s physician must complete and return the Medical Statement and Consent to Participate form to Send Me On Vacation. - Photographs:
Please send three current, high-resolution photographs of the applicant by email (in .jpeg or another high-quality format). Do not fax or mail the photos. Email them to communications@sendmeonvacation.org.
ANGEL APPLICATION PACKET
General Requirements for Vacation Angel Application
- Breast Cancer Diagnosis:
The applicant must have been diagnosed with breast cancer and have completed treatment. - SMOV Alumni:
The applicant must have attended one of the group vacations. Fundraising Requirement:
The applicant must pay a Vacation Angel Ambassador Fee, that is added to the trip cost. - Social Media Engagement:
The applicant must like or follow Send Me On Vacation on social media and help promote our mission. - Application Submission:
The applicant must complete, sign, and send the SMOV Vacation Angel Application form to communications@sendmeonvacation.org.
SMOV provides healing vacations to breast cancer survivors no matter the age or stage. To qualify, applicants must demonstrate their eligibility through our application process, which considers their medical history, financial circumstances and their personal story.
SMOV is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that funds vacations through donations, sponsorships, fundraising events, and partnerships. A portion of proceeds from select programs such as the Vacation Angel Ambassador Program also supports these trips.
We offer a variety of experiences, including individual getaways, group retreats, and wellness-focused trips. Each experience is designed to promote healing, relaxation, and community-building for survivors.
You can support SMOV by making a donation, sponsoring a survivor’s trip, attending our fundraising events, or purchasing from our store, where proceeds help fund healing vacations. Every contribution makes a difference!
Survivors can apply directly through our website by filling out the application form. If you’d like to nominate someone, please provide their details, and our team will reach out to discuss eligibility.