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2009 Auction Lots 500 - 524

• 500
The moment you arrive at the InterContinental Montreal an air of elegance and sophistication surrounds you. Explore Montreal during a four-day, three-night stay at this centrally located classic hotel in the heart of the financial district and at the gateway to Old Montreal and the Downtown core, this extraordinary hotel brings a level of excellence and luxury to Montreal. Just a short walk across the lobby is one of the city's most historic landmarks, the Nordheimer, one of the grandest buildings of the Victorian era. The InterContinental Montreal is ideally located just minutes from Montreal's finest shopping, entertainment, cultural and financial districts. It is also within convenient walking distance to, or a short taxi drive away from, the city's most notable business and leisure attractions. Valid to 5/16/10, subject to availability. Please reserve two weeks in advance.
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InterContinental Montreal – MONTREAL

• 501

The Wickaninnish Inn, a member of Relais & Chateaux, is situated on spectacular Chesterman Beach at the gateway to Pacific Rim National Park and Clayoquot Sound in British Columbia. Each of the spacious guestrooms features an ocean view, fireplaces, oversized soaker tubs, private balconies and down duvets. Enjoy a “Winter Storm Getaway” in rustic elegance at nature’s edge during a three-day, two-night stay. Valid 10/1/09-1/31/10, excluding select holiday periods, Valentine’s Day and early January closure dates. Subject to availability.
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The Wickanninish Inn – BRITISH COLUMBIA

• 502
A three-day, two-night stay at Great Fosters, built as a Royal Hunting Lodge around 1550 AD in Windsor Forest. This prestigious and stately hotel, with its Saxon moat and magnificent formal gardens, is a scheduled historic monument that, for hundreds of years, has welcomed guests on a regal scale from royalty and statesmen to today’s international celebrities. Includes dinner with bottle of wine and a full English breakfast daily. Valid to 5/1/10, subject to availability.
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Great Fosters – WINDSOR FOREST, ENGLAND
Small Luxury Hotels of the World

• 503
Set in Barcelona, Spain’s most design-conscious city, the Casanova Hotel has been transformed from an 18th-century limestone residence into a truly hip and elegant hotel, combining modern design with theatrical flair. Ideally located in the heart of Barcelona, the resort offers a peaceful haven away from everyday life. Its modern and innovative guest rooms perfectly suit the spirit of this cosmopolitan city, inspired by the surrounding Gaudi architecture and buzzing arts scene. Other design highlights include the angular sun-lit lobby with its pistachio back-lit bar, the whimsical lighting fixtures and sculptural chairs. One of the resort’s most renowned features is the popular restaurant, Mexiterranée where a delectable fusion of Mediterranean, Catalan and Mexican dishes surpass the expectations of even the most discerning gastronome. Elsewhere, the oriental garden spa features a tranquil courtyard with a couple’s cabana and three indoor treatment rooms. Explore Barcelona during a four-day, three-night stay. Valid to 5/16/10, subject to availability. Please book 30 days prior to arrival date.
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Casanova Hotel - BARCELONA
Prohotel International

• 504
La Pleta, set in an exclusive ski resort in the Occitanian Mountains' area of Baqueira-Lleida in the Pyrenees in Northern Spain, is an exclusive hotel located in a unique part of the world, with a wide range of activities conceived to relax your body and mind. Its facilities, ambience and staff, are utterly devoted to your welfare and wellbeing. The area is a well-kept secret: a skier's dream in winter and in summer a rambler's heaven. Known for majestic scenery - waterfalls, forests, lakes and tiny villages with Romanesque churches. In one of these is La Pleta, a mountain spa retreat with a spa inspired by the fruits of the countryside, lavishly furnished rooms and a restaurant specializing in Catalan and legendary Spanish cuisine. Explore Catalan Romanesque churches of the Vall de Boi and the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone, shimmering lakes and dramatic mountain peaks during a four-day, three-night stay with daily breakfast. Valid 12/1/09-3/31/10, subject to availability. Please book 30 days prior to arrival date.
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La Pleta Hotel & Spa – NO. SPAIN
Prohotel International

• 505
Cosmopolitan character in a lakeside setting. A quiet residential side street is an unassuming locale for the elegant InterContinental Hamburg. Alster Lake is just outside the door, and the city centre, main business district and Congress Centre Hamburg are an easy walk away. Other nearby “musts” include the St Pauli district, St Michael’s Church, Hamburg Botanical Garden and the upfish market. Explore this city during a four-day, three-night stay. Valid to 5/31/10, subject to availability.
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InterContinental Hamburg – HAMBURG

• 506
One of the perfect places to stay in Brussels is the five-star Radisson SAS Royal Hotel with its Art Deco façade, designed by famed Belgian architect, Michel Jaspers. Just a three-minute walk from the hotel is the Central Railway Station, with its direct access to the Thalys and Eurostar terminals. Short distances to main cities like Brugges, Gand and Antwerp, and within walking distance from the main attractions like the Grand'Place, the Comic Strip Centre, the Beer Museum and the Chocolate Museum. Explore Brussels during a four-day, three-night stay in a Designer Room with daily buffet breakfast. Valid for Friday or Saturday arrival to 4/1/10, subject to availability.
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Radisson SAS Royal Hotel – BRUSSELS
Radisson Hotels Worldwide

• 507
The Hostellerie Lafarque is a former manor of a wool lord and an important gourmet location in Wallonia, Belgium. This Relais & Chateaux property welcomes its guests in a large wooded park as part of an estate that is located halfway between Spa and Francorchamps, in the heart of the 'Blue Ardennes'. Here you will find the right combination of Swiss accuracy with Belgian joviality. The Alsatian manageress is known for her warm welcome and the chef from the Jura offers an innovative cuisine. Together they offer you a perfect mix between tradition and modernity. Each charming guestroom overlooks the park and features an array of Bulgari amenities. Explore this delightful part of Belgium during a four-day, three-night stay including daily breakfast. Valid to 3/1/10, subject to availability.
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Hostellerie Lafarque – BELGIUM
Private Entrance Collection

• 508
Surrounded by the greenery of the Business Park Schiphol-Rijk the Radisson SAS Hotel Amsterdam Airport is only 10 minutes from Schiphol Airport and just 30 minutes from Amsterdam City Centre. Amsterdam offers the choice between large department stores, small shops and boutiques selling almost anything, including a wealth of antiques. Probably the best-loved gift to bring home from Amsterdam is diamonds, but if your budget does not run to that, there are always tulips. Explore Amsterdam during a four-day, three-night weekend stay, including daily breakfast. All guestrooms are equipped with high-quality facilities including WiFi and the hotel features a fully- equipped fitness centre with sauna and steam bath. Valid to 11/16/09, subject to availability.
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Radisson SAS Hotel Amsterdam Airport – AMSTERDAM
Radisson Hotels Worldwide

• 509
If Copenhagen is your destination, you’ll want to stay in the largest hotel in Denmark, the Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel Copenhagen. This sophisticated and grand hotel offers an exciting and international environment along with spectacular views of Copenhagen. Located just minutes away from the bustling Copenhagen center, the hotel houses Casino Copenhagen at the lobby level. All guestrooms have wonderful views of Copenhagen and an array of outstanding gourmet restaurants. Explore this exciting city during a four-day, three-night stay. Valid to 1/31/10, subject to availability.
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Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel Copenhagen –
COPENHAGEN
Radisson Hotels Worldwide

• 510

Planning to visit Scandinavia? Nestled between Malmö in Sweden and Denmark’s Copenhagen, you’ll find the ideal hotel: the Radisson SAS Malmö, just a 20-minute ride from Copenhagen airport. Shopping, museums, theaters and even the railway are just minutes away from this stylish and superbly appointed hotel. Enjoy a four-day, three-night stay, including daily breakfast. Valid to 5/31/10, subject to availability.
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Radisson SAS Malmö - SWEDEN

511
Luxury, art, and relaxation await you in Venice, in the roomy polished interiors of the Liassidi Palace Hotel 4 stars, boutique hotel located in an unusually quiet area within in the historical city center, just a few steps away from Saint Mark's Square. The hotel is set inside the restored gothic palace of 'Zorzi dalle Colonne Storte', located between the city districts of Castello and San Marco. Here, you'll relive the romantic atmosphere of the ancient Venetian houses, oversized rooms enriched by painted copies of famous masterpieces that made their mark in the history of art over the last century. Explore Venice during a three-day, two-night mid-week stay. Valid to 4/1/10, subject to availability. Excludes weekends, Carnival, New Year and June 3-6, 2009.
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Liassidi Palace Hotel – VENICE
Small Luxury Hotels of the World

• 512
Urban sophistication and a waterfront locale.  You can practically feel the heartbeat of Tokyo from the impressive InterContinental Tokyo Bay. Convenient for business or pleasure travel, the hotel puts you in easy reach of business, shopping and entertainment centers including the World Trade Center Tokyo, Shiodome and Ginza. The nearby Imperial Palace and Shiki Theatre provide the ultimate tastes of culture. Explore all that Tokyo has to offer during a four-day, three-night stay in a Deluxe Bay View room for two. Valid Sunday through Friday to 5/16/10. Not valid the day before a holiday, 8/9-17/09, 12/20/08-1/2/10 and 4/26-5/6/10. Subject to availability.
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InterContinental Tokyo Bay - TOKYO
InterContinental Hotels Group

• 513
One of the world’s truly stunning premier city resorts, the Mandarin Oriental Bangkok in Thailand, with an ideal riverside location, offers a four-day, three-night stay with personal butler service in an exquisitely appointed superior double room. Experience why for more than 130 years, distinguished travelers have followed the legendary Chao Phraya River through the heart of Bangkok to the doors of one of the world’s most luxurious hotels. Valid to 5/19/10, subject to availability. Excludes November, December 20-January 7 and February 2010.
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Mandarin Oriental Bangkok – BANGKOK

• 514
5-Star Thai Luxury at The Tongsai Bay in Koh Samui Thailand, a masterpiece award winning resort. The Tongsai Bay was chosen as a “Best Luxury, World, Best Luxury, Asia, Best for Romance, World, Best for Romance, Asia” by TripAdvisor. You are cordially invited to enjoy a four-day, three-night holiday in a Grand Villa with open-air terrace, bar, a bathtub for bathing al fresco and an outside gazebo where you may sleep under the stars. Also includes daily buffet breakfast. All rooms have breathtaking ocean and nature panoramas. Valid 5/17-7/15/09, 9/1-12/15/09 and 1/11- 3/31/10, 4/16-4/29/10 and 5/6-5/31/10, subject to availability. Excludes some public holidays.
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The Tongsai Bay Hotel - THAILAND
Small Luxury Hotels of the World

• 515
Get ready to explore Hong Kong, one of the world’s greatest cities. Step into the grand lobby of Island Shangri-La, offering a breathtaking panorama of Hong Kong’s most famous sights. An elevator ride away is the prestigious Pacific Place shopping complex, featuring the bustle of boutiques, restaurants and bars. There simply couldn’t be a more convenient start to your Hong Kong experience. In every spacious, beautifully appointed guestroom, delicate touches of Asian art and contemporary artifacts reveal an uncompromising attention to detail. Enjoy a two-night stay in a Deluxe Harbour View Room. Valid to 5/16/10 excluding 6/28-7/2/09, 8/18-27/09, 9/15-16/09, 10/14-15/09, 3/27-4/4/10 and 4/29-30/10. Subject to availability.
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Island Shangri-La - HONG KONG

• 516
Secluded within the boundaries of the exclusive neighborhood of Jimbaran Bay on Bali's southern coastline, InterContinental Bali Resort embraces 14 hectares of tropical landscape. Enjoy a four-day, three-night stay in Club InterContinental accommodations and enjoy an endless stretch of white sandy beachfront as its stunning backdrop. The resort integrates ornamental ponds, a winding lagoon and aesthetic stonework. Club InterContinental is a celebration of style where seasoned travelers are treated to an elevated standard of hospitality through luxurious accommodations and personalized services. Ensuring that every stay is an enriching experience, Club InterContinental offers exclusive privileges and innovative brand facilities such as the private Club Lounge and the Inspiration Space. Valid to 1/22/10, subject to availability. Some blackout dates apply.
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InterContinental Bali Resort - BALI
InterContinental Hotel Group

• 517
Explore Sydney, Australia during a four-day, three-night stay with full daily breakfast buffet at the fashionable Radisson Plaza Hotel Sydney…voted one of the “Top 25 Most Popular Hotel Destination in the World” according to TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2008. The Radisson Plaza Hotel in Sydney is an intimate, boutique style, five-star hotel housed within a heritage-listed building that is located in the heart of Sydney. The stunning sandstone facade of the building dates back to the 1800's; the building was once home to Fairfax newspapers and the Bank of New Wales. The hotel is surrounded by many of Australia’s top companies and famous Sydney sights and attractions are just minutes away. Valid Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights until 12/1/09, subject to availability.
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Radisson Plaza Hotel Sydney - SYDNEY
Radisson Hotels Worldwide

• 518

Explore the Cape Winelands during a three-day, two-night stay at Le Quartier Francais, a privately owned country retreat situated in the French Huguenot village of Franschoek, the gourmet capital of the Cape. Located in the village center 83 km from Cape Town, this exquisite Victorian residence is a Relais & Chateaux hotel. Recently, Le Quartier Francais has taken top line honors with two highly coveted restaurant awards, winning first place for the “top chef and top service in South Africa.” Your stay includes Four Quarters Suite accommodations, daily breakfast and light lunches plus one dinner in the hotel’s acclaimed restaurant, The Tasting Room, and one lunch in the hotel’s award-winning Bread & Wine Restaurant. Valid 9/1/09 to 9/31/10, excluding 12/15/09-2/28/10. Excludes gratuity. Subject to availability.
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Le Quartier Francais – SOUTH AFRICA
Lynn Davis & Co. LLC

• 519
The Radisson SAS Resort & Thalasso invites you to discover luxury and comfort in Djerba, Tunisia’s island of dreams. Enjoy a four-day, three-night stay in a Double Seaview Room with rich, daily buffet breakfast. This modern resort with its chic interior and high-tech amenities has a contemporary design ethos that sets it apart from other resorts in the region. The resort is enviably located on a beautiful sandy beach and is connected to Athénée Thalasso, a state-of-the-art Thalasso & spa center. All guestrooms are designed in a contemporary style with wireless Internet access is available throughout the hotel. You can choose from four restaurants and five bars offering a variety of cuisines and a large variety of sport activities including a Club Mistral center for windsurfing and kitesurfing lessons. Valid to 12/21/09, subject to availability.
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Radisson SAS Resort & Thalasso Djerba – TUNISIA
Radisson Hotels Worldwide

• 520

A private garden oasis on the Arabian Gulf. InterContinental Al Jubail is like an exclusive estate surrounded by 12 acres of gardens and a private beach. Without leaving the grounds you’ll enjoy tennis, bowling and a pool, and sailing and deep-sea fishing are as close as the water. The nearby uninhabited islands of Juraid, Kran, Krayen and Jana are perfect for scuba diving and snorkelling. Enjoy a three-day, two-night weekend stay with daily buffet breakfast. Valid to 1/27/10, subject to availability. Excludes Eid holidays.
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InterContinental Al Jubail –
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
InterContinental Hotel Group

• 521
Enjoy a four-day, three-night tropical getaway on the romantic island of St. Kitts. St. Kitts Marriott Resort & Royal Beach Casino captures the many moods of one of the most relaxing and romantic Caribbean Islands. This incredible resort, set in a 26-acre lush tropical paradise, offers an unparalleled island vacation experience. Luxury guest rooms, trimmed with West Indian accents and cutting-edge comforts, are spacious and welcoming. That same Caribbean flavor sets the tone in the resort’s eight restaurants, and for those who enjoy games of chance; the resort offers the 35,000 sq-ft. Royal Beach Casino. The casino is one of the Caribbean's largest and most luxurious. Relax in the 15,000 sq-ft. Emerald Mist Spa, including men's and women's saunas, hot and cold tubs, and relaxation lounges that will take you away from the bustle of everyday life. Valid to 5/16/10, subject to availability. Some blackout dates reply.
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St. Kitts Marriott and The Royal Beach Casino
ST. KITTS

• 522
Chic, hip luxury in Puerto Rico’s Isla Verde. A refreshing splash from traditional resorts, the San Juan Water & Beach Club Hotel epitomizes the allure of the Latin culture. It is San Juan Puerto Rico's most popular boutique hotel on the beach, 15 minutes from Old San Juan and only five minutes away from the airport in posh Isla Verde. A one-of-a-kind environment provides memorable surprises for even the most sophisticated travelers, and the chic elegance is a perfect setting for a little romance. Nearby, you’ll find the finest restaurants, shopping, museums, nightlife, and most importantly a location on the best beach – still bordered with palms and no crowds – in San Juan. Enjoy a three-day, two-night stay. Valid to 12/23/09, subject to availability. Some blackout dates exist.
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San Juan Water & Beach Club Hotel – PUERTO RICO
Kerry Camp

• 523
The Inn at Loreto Bay (formerly the Camino Real Resort) is perfectly situated, tucked in the shadow of the Sierra de la Giganta mountain range on Baja’s shimmering Sea of Cortés. The Inn is near the historic fishing village of Loreto in Baja California Sur, Mexico. This is a magical place, a truly multicolored oasis where the purple hues of the mountains contrast with the sparkling blue sea and sky. Slip away for a three-day, two-night relaxing stay in a Deluxe Ocean View guestroom with an exceptional beach and sea view. Your sliding glass door opens onto a spacious patio or balcony, the perfect place from which to savor a tropical sunset. Valid to 5/16/10, subject to availability. Blackout period – 12/15/09-1/5/10.
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Inn at Loreto Bay – BAJA CA
League Marketing Group

• 524
Bring a friend and enjoy a completely unique “America’s Cup Ultimate Sailing Experience” in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. You’ll become part of a sailing team on NZL81 and NZL82 as you sail the Bay of Cabo San Lucas. This exhilarating three-hour adventure for two promises to give you the opportunity to discover the fun and excitement of America’s Cup Match Racing. Both yachts were featured in the 2003 and 2005 World Cup races. No experience is necessary, and a Kiwi crew will show you the ropes first hand. Valid to 4/1/10.
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Cabo Adventures – LOS CABOS
Los Cabos Convention & Visitors Bureau