A little sneak-peek at some amazing auction items we will be presenting at this year's Rock 'N' Roll Bash, this Saturday, September 24th! Details and tickets to the Bash can be found here, details about our awesome trips can be found below!
Alaska Call of the Wild
With its 10,000 year old glaciers, whales and polar bears, the sights and sounds of Alaska will thrill you! Our winning couple will jet to Seattle where you’ll begin your luxury cruise. The ship’s crew will pamper you and respond to your every need. Enjoy gourmet meals, exciting nightlife and try your luck at the casino! On deck, take time to relax and soak up scenery far more majestic than you ever imagined as you discover what life is like at the edge of our vast northern wilderness. You’ll stop in Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway and Prince Rupert Sound where exciting tours, sightseeing adventures and fun await you at every port. You might choose a guided fishing and wilderness trip, a breathtaking glacier tour, or simply the opportunity to soak up the beauty and grandeur of one of the most pristine places on earth. As America’s last frontier, exploring Alaska is an adventure you’ll treasure forever. This fabulous trip for two includes round trip air, your week-long cruise, comfortable outside cabin, all your gourmet dining on board, fabulous entertainment and exciting on-board activities, the attentive service of your ship’s professional staff and memories of an adventure as big as Alaska itself.
James Bond’s Secret Hideaways
After your flight to Switzerland, the alpine railway will whisk you past spectacular views to the iconic Piz Gloria, the “home” of James Bond’s arch enemy, SPECTRE super-villain Ernst Stavro Blofeld. From this unique vantage point in the heart of the Alps, you can see 40 glaciers and 200 summits including the world famous Eiger, Jungfrau and Mont Blanc. After three glorious days in Switzerland, where you can enjoy delicious dining and the world’s best chocolate, you are off by supertrain through the magnificent mountains to the meandering canals and cobblestone streets of Venice. This city will entrance you with its historic art, culture and romance. You can cap off your days of shopping, sightseeing and exploring the islands of the Venetian Lagoon with dinner at gourmet bistros and sip wine under the stars as orchestras serenade you. Perhaps you’d enjoy a Bellini cocktail at Ernest Hemmingway’s favorite bar before floating like a “Moonraker” on a midnight gondola ride before you retire to your canal front hotel. Next, you’ll fly to magical Monte Carlo on the glamorous sun-splashed southern coast of France. At the famous Casino Royale, you can order your Martini “shaken, not stirred” and try 007’s favorite game of Baccarat. You’ll have three perfectly lazy days to explore Monaco, the Grande Corniche, and rub elbows with zillionaires who arrive on their opulent 200-foot mega-yachts. This romantic adventure for two includes round trip air, all your 4-star accommodations at three favorite James Bond hideaways, your supertrain to Venice, your flight to Monte Carlo, along with great bragging rights and picture-perfect memories of your 009 days in Switzerland, Italy and France living the life only Secret Agent James Bond could imagine.
South African Photo Safari
It’s time to fulfill a lifetime of dreams with this ultimate bucket list African photo safari. In this lush and luxuriant land, you’ll search for elephants, Cape buffalos, lions, leopards and rhinos during your exciting game drive in South Africa’s legendary Kruger National Park. You’ll also explore a famous game reserve in KwaZulu Natal where your professional guide will take you in a deluxe Land Cruiser to find rare rhinos and other awesome animals that comprise Africa’s “Big Five.” Then get ready for safe, yet up-close encounters with giant hippos during your safari cruise along the uniquely diverse ecosystem of the St. Lucia Estuary. Be sure to take plenty of pictures to show your friends how thrilling it is to be up close with these magnificent creatures! You’ll also visit the Kingdom of Swaziland known for its beautiful scenery and vibrant culture where you’ll explore an authentic Swazi village and discover the traditions and customs of its indigenous population. You’ll stay in deluxe hotels and lodges surrounded by countryside so splendid and wild you’d expect to encounter a modern-day Ernest Hemmingway or Robert Redford’s character from the movie, “Out of Africa.” These once-in-a-lifetime experiences are just part of your African adventure. Colonies of penguins will entertain you as you tour the southern-most tip of the African continent. In Cape Town, you’ll enjoy a tour of the city considered to be among the most beautiful in the world. Another leisurely day, you will swirl your way along the famous wine trail, sipping world-class South African wines as you visit grand estates, lush vineyards and quaint villages in the Cape Winelands. This fabulous trip for two includes all your in-country flights, your photo safari game drives, your safari river cruise, expert guides, all your deluxe accommodations, 17 delicious meals, and your exciting tours of beautiful Cape Town, the Cape Winelands, and the Cape Peninsula. It’s all yours on your perfect 10 day Wild Wonders and Fine Wines African Photo Safari Adventure!
Tropical Costa Rica
Take a deep breath. Enjoy the sweet aroma of tropical flowers as balmy breezes soothe your soul. From the moment you arrive, Costa Rica will enchant you with its pristine beaches, exquisite vistas, dense green rainforests, mountain volcanoes, magnificent wildlife, and amazing wonders of nature found nowhere else in the world! Imagine the two of you lounging next to a glistening pool sipping tall cool cocktails, or relaxing on a sugar sand beach as warm waves from the Pacific Ocean gently sweep ashore. Your week in Costa Rica can be as relaxed or as exciting as you wish. You’ll stay at a 4-star ocean resort where you can unwind at the spa and relax in sublime luxury. You might want to fish for Marlin, Sailfish, Yellowfin and Wahoo that thrive in the calm waters offshore, or try snorkeling and diving or exploring the jungle canopy on a thrilling zip-line tour! This once-in-a-lifetime vacation is your chance to relax and explore this land of unmatched pleasure and beauty. Your incredible package for two includes seven days, six nights deluxe accommodations, round trip airfare and memories of the most relaxing adventure of a lifetime!
Castles of Ireland
The two of you will live like royalty during your magnificent trip to green and glorious Ireland! You'll begin your adventure in regal splendor at the 5-Star Dromoland Castle in County Clare. At this ancestral home of Gaelic royalty, you can unwind at the spa, swim in the heated indoor pool, explore the castle’s gorgeous grounds and woodlands with their glistening views of the lake or visit Ireland’s ruggedly beautiful West Coast. In Galway, you’ll relax in luxury at Ballynahinch, voted top property in all of Ireland by Conde Nast magazine. With the Twelve Bens Mountain Range as its backdrop, this 450 acre castle estate is perfect for hiking, bicycling, and fly-fishing too. Here you can explore local fishing villages, go pony trekking or try your hand at sporting clays. Next, it's on to Fitzpatrick Castle with its picturesque views of Killiney Hill and Dublin Bay. You can visit the Guinness Brewery in Dublin where you’ll be invited to “lift a pint or two.” The fabulous Waterford Castle is next where you can explore one of the most beautiful villages in all of Ireland and see where famous Irish crystal is transformed from molten glass into works of art. Your final stop is the stunning 5-star Adare Manor set on 840 magnificent acres in Limerick. From here, you can explore the spectacular Cliffs of Moher and beautiful Galway Bay. This eight day, seven night castle trip to Ireland for two is like no other trip in the world with round trip airfare, a hearty Irish breakfast each morning, and luxurious pampering at your 4 and 5 star castle accommodations as you live the life of Kings and Queens in green and gorgeous Ireland!
Greece and Greek Isles
For serene lifestyle, pristine beaches, sapphire blue ocean vistas, golden sunsets and glamorous nightlife, this 10 day Greece and Greek Island odyssey has it all! Pack your bags and get ready for the bucket list trip of your lives! Your adventure begins with your flight to Athens, then Santorini where you can relax in pure luxury. With its snow white architecture, multicolored cliffs and seaside villages, it’s no wonder this island paradise is one of the world’s most enchanting getaways. You can explore Santorini’s intriguing capital, volcanic and ancient archeological sites, and unique shops bursting with local art and crafts. At sunset, you can sip fine wine before enjoying the freshest seafood caught hours earlier by local fishermen. After 3 glorious days and nights, you’ll take the scenic ferry to the jet-set island of Mykonos known for its sophisticated lifestyle, trendy boutiques and world class restaurants and nightclubs. You can stretch out on golden sand beaches while the sparkling Agean Sea tickles your toes. Take time to unwind at harborside tavernas sipping Ouzo and watching “the beautiful people” stroll by. After 3 days in Mykonos, you are off to Athens where you’ll walk in the footsteps of Plato and Alexander the Great as you visit the city’s ancient wonders. In the moonlight you can drink in the awesome beauty of the Acropolis lit up against the deep azure sky. This is the stuff of legends and dreams… a chance for the two of you to enjoy adventure and romance. This once-in-a-lifetime 10 day Greece and Greek Island odyssey includes roundtrip airfare, all your luxurious accommodations, a fascinating tour of Athens, your inter-island flight and ferry to the most sun-kissed islands in the world, breakfast daily and precious memories you will cherish forever!
Splendid China and Panda Adventure
You will be spellbound by the beauty of China’s exotic and iconic sites, centuries-old traditions, scintillating cities and adorable Pandas! Your adventure for two begins in classic Beijing where you can stroll across Tiananmen Square, explore the Ming Tombs, visit the Forbidden City and wander through exquisite gardens of the Summer Palace. You will stand atop the 2000 year old Great Wall of China, find inspiration at the Temple of Heaven and savor fine wine and succulent Peking Duck at a dinner celebration just for you. In Xian, you'll explore the ancient capital where 10,000 Terracotta Warriors are buried to “protect” China’s first emperor. Next, fly to Sichuan Province where you can visit exotic tea houses and sample the bold flavors of Sichuan cuisine. You’ll enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime treat seeing adorable Pandas up close at China’s Giant Panda Research and Breeding Center. For three glorious days, relax in sublime luxury cruising the fabled Yangtze River. Your floating palace will glide you past terraced hillsides, the Three Gorges and Twelve Peaks on the way to the artists city of Yichang. Then you’ll fly to Shanghai, a city pulsating with modern and ancient cultures. You'll visit the serene Jade Buddha Temple and the Garden of Happiness. On your final evening in China, you can enjoy an incredible night on the town. Your Splendid China Adventure for two includes all flights within China, your 3 day Yangtze River cruise, all tours, English speaking guides, deluxe 4-Star accommodations, 32 scrumptious meals and the adorable pandas at the Panda Research Center. Imagine 14 spectacular days exploring the vast wonders of China, shopping for exotic treasures and bargains and discovering magical mysteries that make China the most intriguing destination on earth!
The Pleasures and Treasures of Tuscany
This is your chance to immerse yourselves in a land revered for more than 2000 years as one of the most romantic and gorgeous places on earth! The two of you will explore the gilded city of Florence with its incredible shopping and cobblestone streets that promise new discoveries at every turn. You’ll enjoy VIP entrée and a guided tour at the Museum Accademia where you’ll marvel at Michelangelo’s magnificent statue of “David.” Your deluxe accommodations are in a fully restored 17th century villa in the heart of a vineyard in the rolling hills of Tuscany. You can sample delicious local wines and savor the farm fresh ingredients of acclaimed regional dishes. You’ll love exploring quaint towns like Siena and Pisa and finding the best shopping in all of Italy in San Gimignano as well as great bargains at the famous designer outlets for Gucci, Ferragamo, Prada and Dolce & Gabbana. One glorious day, you’ll party with culinary masters who’ll teach you the art of fine Italian cooking in their authentic Tuscan kitchen. Every night, you can relax in the garden at your vineyard villa sipping their finest private reserves under the stars. Your trip includes round trip air for two, six nights deluxe accommodations, VIP entrée to the Museum Accademia in Florence, your cooking class where you will learn to be spectacular chefs, and so much more! This is your chance to see, feel and taste all that makes Tuscany irresistible... while you rekindle romance in one of the most idyllic places on earth!
San Francisco Wine Country
Jet to the City by The Bay for an incredible escape to Northern California. You'll explore the quaint streets of San Francisco and the rolling hills of the Napa Valley.The California Wine Country is the perfect place to unwind and relax. Our winning couple will begin their delightful long weekend escape by jetting to the rolling hills and breathtaking vineyards of the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. You’ll stay at a cozy bed and breakfast in the heart of the Wine Country and become a connoisseur as you sample a wide variety of delicious wines. One day, you’ll enjoy a gourmet lunch in the elegant dining car of the famous Wine Train as you head to a beautiful family owned vineyard where you’ll be hosted for a special tour and tasting of their international award winning wines. You can also explore the quaint towns and villages with their unique boutiques and restaurants. There are all sorts of adventures you can enjoy from ocean-front golf to kayaking, bicycle riding, even hot air ballooning. Back in San Francisco explore the city the way locals do; riding San Francisco’s famous cable cars! Stroll along Fisherman’s Wharf, sample delicious dishes in exotic Chinatown and perhaps take a cruise on San Francisco Bay before you retire to your deluxe hotel in the heart of the city. This four day, three night trip for two includes your roundtrip airfare, your deluxe Wine Country and San Francisco accommodations, the Wine Train, sommelier winery tour and great memories of fun and relaxation from your San Francisco and Wine Country Escape.