It’s Hot, my office is hotter and there’s 2 great vacations to be won!
I got an email from a friend in Georgia. It’s hot and humid. AUgh! I thought mind travelling back to Baltimore MD summers. I do not do wel in humid hot. My heart went out to her as I begin compilinga list of how to survive hot. Tonight it cooled ddown here, an option east coasters may not have. My office however hasn’t discovered the cooling button yet.
Dry heat is usally easier to tolerate for me, but tonight I just fizzled and chose to watch two DVD’s and drink cold water. All this means is that I’ll have to be up early tomorrow AM to work on a job…..outside.
Read the following and learn how you might win a couple of great trips!
Sante Fe Chamber Music Festival Auctions Two Fabulous Trips:
Five Days and Nights in an Exquisite Villas del Mar Casita
Canadian Bears & Rivers Adventure in Beautiful British Columbia
As a highlight of its 36th season and the Chefs’ Gala event, the Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival is delighted to auction five days and nights in an exquisite Villas del Mar casita and a seven-night Canadian Bears & Rivers Adventure in British Columbia.
FIVE DAYS AND NIGHTS IN VILLAS DEL MAR CASITA
Donna and Jack Rust have generously donated their luxury casita in the exclusive gated residential community of Villas del Mar which is located within the world-class, 5-star One & Only Palmilla resort, located at the southern tip of the Baja Peninsula
on the Sea of Cortez.
The winning bidders will enjoy 3,400 square feet of beautiful interior space plus 2,200 square feet of outdoor and entertaining space including charming patios, private swimming pool and Jacuzzi. It is a perfect venue for a family or three couples with its 3 bedrooms and a den with two pull-out beds. It comfortably sleeps 6-8 guests. Housekeeping services will be provided during your entire visit.
As a bonus to your experience at this gorgeous casita, you will have access to Villa de Mar’s Club 96, a private and exclusive beach club, considered one of the finest in Mexico. The club features a state-of-the-art fitness center, a restaurant and bar with indoor and outdoor dining, and ocean-side swimming pools. You are also welcome to use the tennis facilities at the Palmilla Tennis Club.
In addition to these exceptional accommodations, you can also select the following options* for an additional fee:
. Private chef and butler
. Cabana on the Beach
. Concierge services
. Jack Nicklaus signature golf course
. Palmilla Spa
. C’s Restaurant and Bar
. Agua Bar and Restaurant
The value of this fabulous offering is $16,750 and the Festival’s opening bid is $7,500. The casita is available for booking in 2008 and 2009 with the exception of the holidays: Dec. 18, 2008 - Jan. 9, 2009; April 5-19, 2009; and December 18-31, 2009. The winning bid will cover the cost of the accommodations listed above. Air travel is not included.
*All One & Only Palmilla Resort options are subject to availability.
An Uncharted Outposts
CANADIAN BEARS & RIVERS ADVENTURE
Sandy and Charles Cunningham of Uncharted Outposts have generously donated a Canadian Bears & Rivers Adventure for two at the upscale and luxurious Lodge at Chilko Lake. Located in the heart of British Columbia (B.C.), one hour north of Vancouver, the Lodge at Chilko Lake is situated at the north end of Ts’yl-os Provincial Park. Overlooking Chilko Lake and the headwaters of the Chilko River, the Lodge is a wilderness escape.
During the seven night stay, the winning bidders will enjoy a multitude of unforgettable experiences. Considered one of B.C.’s finest fly fishing rivers, the Chilko is an unsurpassed fishing destination. If hiking is your passion, you can explore a variety of trails in or out of the park. Mountain biking is also available. A fleet of double and single kayaks will be a great way to spend any part of your day. Horse riding and rafting are also activities to enjoy!
The main lodge has an inviting deck, dining room, wireless Internet and a big screen television. The ground floor has a bar, games room and fire pit area.
Accommodations:
The upper level of the main Lodge is a gracious suite with an impressive king bedroom, sitting area and grand bathroom.
Carefully positioned for view and privacy, the cabins are a mixture of one and two bedroom log and timber frame structures featuring vaulted ceilings, gorgeous slate floors, and comfortable leather chairs with living rooms, private bathrooms and kitchenettes.
Included:
· Roundtrip Air charter from Vancouver to Chilko Lake
· 7 nights of cabin/suite accommodation at The Lodge at Chilko Lake
· Complete professional guide service and wildlife viewing
· Sea kayaking on Chilko Lake
· River rafting trip on the Chilko River
· Guided mountain biking or hiking
· Use of fishing equipment (guided extra)
· All meals prepared by our outstanding chef featuring local and regional organic foods
Not included:
· Flight to and accommodations in Vancouver
· Liquor or sundries at the lodges
· Canadian fishing license secured in advance
· Items of a personal nature and equipment outlined in personal equipment list
· Gratuities
Optionals
· Heli-Hiking Day ($400 per person)
· Yoga Classes
· Massage Therapy
· Horseback Riding
BEST TIME TO VISIT
July through September is a wonderful time for this Canadian adventure! Lodge departures are only on Sundays due to limited flights. Sunday departures are:
2008: June 29, July 6, 13, 20 & 27, August 3, 10, 17,
24 & 31 and September 7, 14 & 21.
2009: June 28, July 5, 12, 19 & 26, August 2, 9, 16,
23 & 30 and September 6, 13 & 20
For a complete brochure with detailed information about the wilderness opportunities in the Canadian Adventure, including fly-fishing and Heli-Hiking, please contact Sarah Weiler at sarah@sfcmf.org or (505) 983-2075, ext. 111.
The value of this fabulous offering is $11,000 and the Festival’s opening bid is $5,000. The winning bid will cover the cost of everything listed in the inclusions above. Air travel to and accommodations in Vancouver are not included.
The Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival thanks Donna and Jack Rust and Sandy and Charles Cunningham of Uncharted Outposts for their support and for generously donating these dream auction items as part of the 2008 Chefs’ Gala.
We encourage sealed bids from anyone who will not be attending the Gala event. Sealed bids must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on July 15, 2008. If you would like to submit a sealed bid or have any questions about these extraordinary opportunities, please contact Sarah at the Festival office: (505) 795-6829, ext. 111.
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