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L1 The Orient Express
Wind your way to one of Marco Polo’s favourite cities in China, Hangzhou - famous for its beautiful West Lake in the heart of the city and its tree-lined streets. Your dream trip for two includes airfare on Japan Airlines from Vancouver to Shanghai (via Tokyo) return (business class upon availability on outbound flight to Tokyo), and a round-trip first class train excursion between Shanghai and Hangzhou. A three-night stay at the 4-star SAS Lansheng Hotel in Shanghai, and a two-night stay at the 4-star Best Western Hotel in Hangzhou....makes this a trip to remember.
Restrictions: Available travel dates are: June 11-23, July 11-Aug 11, Aug 16-Aug 30, Sept 5-Dec 2, Dec 28-Dec 30, 2005; Jan 5-Mar 7, Mar 16-31, 2006. Please note that space is subject to availability at the time of booking. Should you wish to travel during any other dates not listed above, additional costs will apply at your own expense. It is possible to extend this trip but must be done at your own expense. All airport and transportation charges and taxes, fuel surcharges, AIF (Airport Improvement Fees), transportation to and from Vancouver airports, insurance, gratuities, and items of a personal nature are the sole responsibility of the prize winner. This prize is non-transferable, non-negotiable, non-refundable, and has no cash value.
Kind Participation By: Japan Airlines and Silkway Travel
Value: $6500.00
L2 “The Golden Spike” - San Francisco, Napa Valley
Luxurious opportunity to journey across the Golden Gate Bridge, through the Napa Valley, sleeping in luscious accommodations, dining in top restaurants, and sampling delightful regional wines. This travel package is the perfect getaway, so easy to access from Vancouver. Two truly fabulous nights at Meadowood, an absolute oasis with gracious hospitality, expressing the authenticity of the Napa Valley. Private tour and wine tasing for two at Niebaum-Coppola, one of the oldest wineries in the Valley. Two breathtaking nights at the Argonaut Kimpton Hotel, a luxury boutique experience in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco, and $75 towards lunch or dinner at the hotel’s “The Blue Mermaid” with Gold Rush era ambiance. The package includes $500 towards airfare. Added bonus: a one-year Travel Consultant Program membership, which entitles you to substantial travel benefits such as hotel and car rental discounts. A trip not to be missed!! Restrictions: Argonaut Hotel: Subject to hotel availability. “The Blue Mermaid” Restaurant: Beverages, tax & gratuity not included. Meadowood: Expires July 1, 2006. Valid Sunday through Thursday only, based on availability. All taxes are the sole responsibility of the prize winner. This prize is non-transferable, non-negotiable, non-refundable, and has no cash value. Travel Consultant Program Membership: Please redeem certificate by August 31, 2005. Not redeemable for any cash value. Non-transferable. $500 contribution to airfare: Please allow two weeks for processing. All related taxes are the sole responsibility of the winner.
Kindly Donated By: Meadowood Napa Valley, Niebaum-Coppola Estate Winery, Kimpton Hotels, and Brave New World Travel
Value: $3500.00
L3 Ante Up At The Sugar Shack
Join the rank of Ray Romano, Ben Affleck, Martin Sheen, and Carrie Fisher at the poker table. You and seven of your closest friends will be picked up by limo and whisked away to a secret west-side location. As the guests of the Sugar Shack, you will be feted with a Thai dinner. And of course, no poker night would be complete without drinks, a good cigar, and an expert dealer. Restrictions: Any night of the week from 7pm to midnight.
Kindly Donated By: Tony Aronson
Value: Priceless
L4 Take The Tube - Next Stop….Trafalgar Square
Fabulous first class trip for two to London. Planning on shopping at Harrod’s, visiting the Queen, touring the Tate or the Royal Museum? Then let us take you there!!! Spend four nights at the 5-star Hyatt Regency The Churchill, breakfast included! The Hyatt is centrally located to London’s main shopping areas, galleries, museums, and theatres. Bond Street, Oxford Street, Mayfair, and Hyde Park await you. Fly in style on Business Class Aeroplan points, based on availability. So book early and don’t pass up this opportunity of a lifetime to visit one of Europe’s most exciting cities.
Restrictions: Hotel valid to Decmeber 31, 2005. All airport and transportation charges and taxes, AIF (Airport Improvement Fees), transportation to and from Vancouver airports, insurance, gratuities, and items of a personal nature are the sole responsibility of the prize winner. This prize is non-transferable, non-negotiable, non-refundable, and has no cash value.
Kindly Donated By: Zev & Elaine Shafran and Hyatt Hotels & Resorts
Value: $14,700.00
L5 Rocky Mountaineer Trip
Treat yourself to “the most spectacular train trip in the world”. Beginning in Vancouver, two of you will travel on the new routes for 2006 - through forest and winding river canyons to peaks of the cascading mountains. Highlights include Kamloops, Jasper National Park, Prince George, and an opportunity to view abundant wildlife found in unspoiled wilderness regions. Enjoy breatktaking scenery along the Rocky Mountaineer Fraser Discovery Route which will lead you to the resort town of Whistler, shared home of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. This deluxe package includes a four-day Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service, four breakfasts and lunches, five nights’ accommodation, and rail transfers in all stop cities. Hop aboard!
Restrictions: Travel dates run from May to October 2006, subject to availability. Does not include transfer from or to Vancouver Airport, meals other than onboard the Rocky Mountaineer, gratuities for rail, hotel and transfer staff, and GST.
Kindly Donated By: Rocky Mountaineer Vacations
Value: $7258.00

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