This lot benefits: Mental Health Association of Okaloosa and Walton Counties

Perched on the high side of Taormina, just steps away from the town's center, Giano Penthouse boasts sweeping views over the picturesque town roofs and the enchanting sea below. Contemporary in design and style, this property allows three couples to experience upscale living in Sicily's most popular summer resort town.

The contemporary-styled living room welcomes you with its floor-to-ceiling glass panels that flood the space with natural light. The dining area provides comfortable seating for all guests and the kitchen area is fully equipped. The hushed palette was chosen to ensure that the eye is drawn to the view and not distracted by the clean-lined furnishing in the room. A wellness area equipped with TV, fitness machine, and bathroom with emotional chromo therapeutic shower are also included.

The real luxury of Giano can be found in its panoramic oceanfront terraces facing the Ionian Sea. Here you can enjoy sunbathing and relaxing in the outdoor jacuzzi while taking in the stunning views. The enchanting starry nights will be a dreamy backdrop while drinking perfectly chilled wine. Composed of both white and black sand and fringed with orange and lemon orchards, Sicily provides a beach experience unlike any other.

The largest island in the Mediterranean, Sicily is also one of the most culturally and geographically diverse regions of Italy. Your days are your own while in Sicily. Wander the narrow medieval streets of Palermo, where you'll get a flavor for local Sicilian life. Climb the lava dunes of Mount Etna, Europe's highest active volcano at approximately 3,350 meters, and marvel at its moonlike surface. Partake in a cannoli making class or Italian cooking class. Spend an evening immersed in Sicilian cuisine and culture on a food and wine walking tour of Taormina. Led by a local guide, travel to the city's top spots to sample fresh fish, bruschetta, sweet Sicilian cakes, and other regional specialties while sipping on a glass of prosecco.

This lot includes:

• Seven (7) nights for three (3) couples in a three (3) bedroom four (4) bathroom villa in Taormina, Sicily
• On-site concierge service
• Daily housekeeping
• Daily activities and dining based on the preference of the winning bidders

Restrictions: Must be booked in advance on mutually agreeable dates and is subject to availability. Some blackout dates may apply. Activities are at the discretion of the winner and cannot exceed $3,000. Expires April 30, 2020.

This lot benefits: Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast

Explore two of France's loveliest cities, both UNESCO World Heritage sites: Bordeaux and Saint-E?milion. Sample the region's finest wines at legendary Cha?teaux such as Margaux, Mouton Rothschild, and Ange?lus. Stroll Bordeaux's beautiful neighborhoods, designed by Baron Haussmann, the same celebrated 18th-century architect who rebuilt Paris, and marvel at the centuries-old E?glise Monolithe of Saint-E?milion.

Your tour begins in Bordeaux City, where you will head to the Left Bank, starting in Saint-Este?phe and Pauillac. Thanks to the relationships your tour guides have with the area's top wineries, you will have entry into First Growths, Second Growths, and other exclusive estates.

Your second day on the Left Bank will include visits in Saint-Julien and Margaux. Here the possible properties include the magnificent Cha?teau Margaux, Cha?teau Palmer, or Cha?teau d'Issan complete with its turrets and moats. The wines of the Margaux appellation are also extraordinary and have received some of the highest ratings in Bordeaux for the past several vintages.

Your tour of the Right Bank includes estates in the Saint-E?milion appellation. Visit acclaimed Cha?teaux such as Ange?lus, Cheval Blanc, Barde-Haut, Troplong Mondot, or Tertre Roteboeuf. You'll also visit Pomerol, often called the Temple of Wine in Bordeaux. Visits will likely include Cha?teau Clinet, with superstar winemaker Ronan Laborde, and Cha?teau La Conseillante, where Marielle Cazeaux produces some of the most sought-after wines in the region. And, of course, stop for photos in front of the celebrated Cha?teau Petrus.

Your adventure doesn't stop there. Learn a few French culinary secrets during a cooking class at Cha?teau Ambe Tour Pourret, a Saint-E?milion Grand Cru property. Afterward, enjoy dinner accompanied by estate wines with the Cha?teau owners, Celine or Franc?oise Lannoye.

Finally, celebrate your new-found wine knowledge with a cocktail party at the home of a local winemaker. This Bordeaux tour is an unforgettable experience that many past patrons have called "the trip of a lifetime."

This lot includes:

• Six (6) nights, seven (7) days in Bordeaux (both Right and Left Bank) for three (3) couples in luxury accommodations
• Personal guided/driven tour by Michel Thibault and Marla Norman
• Winery tours and tastings coordinated daily through Michel, including private wineries ?Dinner and a personal tour with Helene Garcin-Leveque (Cha?teau Barde-Haut)
• Tapas evening at Le Flacon in Bordeaux
• Cooking class at Cha?teau Ambe Tour Pourret, Saint-E?milion
• Airport and train station transfers

Restrictions: Travel must be scheduled based on availability October 21 - November 3, 2019. Not included are all car expenses (rental, insurance, gasoline, parking, and tolls) with exception of driver, foods in restaurants (other than cooking class and Garcin family visit), or personal expenses. Accommodation upgrades are available at buyer's expense. Expires November 4, 2019.

This lot benefits: Emerald Coast Children's Advocacy Center

Located in the medieval town of Elciego, the Hotel Marques de Riscal is the ideal starting point from which to explore the nature, tradition, and exquisite gastronomy found in The City of Wine.

Three couples will spend three luxurious nights at Hotel Marques de Riscal in La Rioja complete with a tour and tasting of the winery surrounding the property. Since its unveiling in 2006, this masterpiece created by Frank Gehry to house the Hotel Marques de Riscal has become a highly sought-after contemporary, luxury retreat. Design, art, wine, and the lush landscape all combine to create a memorable sojourn at The City of Wine. Tilted walls, zigzag windows, cathedral-height ceilings, and a host of other bespoke details create the impressions of accommodation as a work of art in its 43 rooms and suites.

Travel north to the beautiful coastal town of San Sebastia?n for three more nights of Spanish bliss at the Hotel Maria Cristina. Situated less than 20 miles from the French border on the Celtic Sea's scenic Bay of Biscay, San Sebastia?n is framed by golden beaches and lush hillsides. Its reputation as one of the world's great dining destinations is justly deserved boasting an impressive 11 Michelin star restaurants within its city limits. When it comes to cooking, no city quite compares. A Spanish paradise with Hemingway nostalgia, San Sebastia?n contains the highest density of Michelin star restaurants in all of Europe.

This lot includes:

• Three (3) nights at Hotel Marques de Riscal in Gehry Wing Rooms for three (3) couples (Andrew Harper 92)
• Three (3) nights at Hotel Maria Cristina in Premium Rooms for three (3) couples (Andrew Harper 92)
• Tour and tasting for three (3) couples at Marques de Riscal Winery
• Dining credit at your choice of one of 11 restaurants in San Sebastia?n with Michelin stars for three (3) couples
• Private tour and tasting at the winery of your choice for three (3) couples

Restrictions: Must be booked in advance on mutually agreeable dates and is subject to availability. Blackout dates may apply. Michelin-star dining selection is at the discretion of the winners and dining credit cannot exceed $1,500. Expires April 30, 2020.

This lot benefits: Children in Crisis, Inc.

Experience the perfect blend of culture and romance on this six-day adventure to Vienna and Prague. Two couples are invited first to Prague, where the city's bohemian allure and old-world features will take your breath away. Spend three nights at the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel Prague, located in the heart of vibrant Old Town. Spend your days sightseeing and your evenings enjoying the local cuisine at one of the city's many famous historic restaurants.

Travel next to Vienna, where the city's baroque streetscapes and imperial palaces set the stage for artistic and musical masterpieces alongside its vibrant epicurean design scene. Austria's capital is famous for its cultural events, imperial sights, coffee houses, cozy wine taverns, and special Viennese charm.

Spend three nights at Hotel Bristol located next to the Vienna State Opera. The Hotel Bristol seamlessly blends timeless elegance with the latest modern conveniences, making each guest's stay both authentic and accommodating. Opened in 1892, the hotel still serves as a living example of Viennese charm and is renowned for its personal service.

While in Prague and Vienna, your days are your own. Spend them engaging in a variety of activities that capture the heart of each city. Take a lesson at the Spanish Riding School, enjoy hot chocolate at Cafe? Hawelka, or dine at Bellevue Restaurant.

This seven-day experience is the perfect blend of leisure and liveliness with a touch of romance.

This lot includes:

• Three (3) nights in a Deluxe Room at the Four Seasons Prague for two (2) couples (Andrew Harper 94)
• Three (3) nights in a Penthouse Junior Suite at the Hotel Bristol for two (2) couples (Andrew Harper 96)
• Activities based on the preference of the winning bidders

Restrictions: Must be booked at least 90 days in advance on mutually agreeable dates and is subject to availability. Blackout dates may apply. Activities are at the discretion of the winners and cannot exceed $2,000. Expires April 30, 2020.

Your Scandinavian journey begins with three nights in Copenhagen, Scandinavia's most sophisticated city and a world leader in urban innovation and conservation, for three couples at Hotel d'Angleterre. Established in 1755, the five-star Hotel d'Angleterre is an icon and a historic landmark in Copenhagen. There are plenty of five-star hotels out there, but none with quite the same spirit as d'Angleterre - and it is this that you will see, sense, and experience the moment you step inside the hotel's front doors.

A visit to the Balthazar Champagne Bar and lunch or Sunday brunch at Michelin one-star Marchal, conveniently located within your hotel, is topping the lists of must- do's. Rumor has it the squid with oysters and caviar is not to be missed!

Your days in Copenhagen are available to customize to your liking. Art and design intellects should visit two favorite museums, Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek (for sculpture and painting) and Designmuseum Danmark (for decorative art and design), as well as the remarkable store and gallery Designer Zoo, which boasts two vast floors of changing exhibits. Walk the Tivoli Gardens, the famous amusement park that opened in 1843.

The final three days are spent in Stockholm. An exceptionally clean, stylish, and attractive city, it is constructed on 14 major islands that are part of a vast archipelago stretching from Lake Ma?laren to the Baltic Sea. Make yourself at home at Ett Hem, ("a home" in Swedish) originally a private residence built in 1910. The people who built it had a propensity for beauty, and they left their mark on this townhouse, situated in
a peaceful, residential area of Stockholm. Ett Hem is not the usual hotel. Ett Hem is a place where you will be treated as friends of the family; a place that allows you to feel at home.

Visit the vibrant ABBA museum, lunch at Bistro Oaxen Slip, and tour the Vasa Museum. Finish this trip with memories to last a lifetime.

This lot includes:

• Three (3) rooms for three (3) nights Hotel d'Angleterre (Andrew Harper 96)
• Balthazar Champagne Bar for aperitif or nightcap for six (6) people
• Lunch at Michelin-awarded Marchal for six (6) people
• Three rooms for three (3) nights at Ett Hem (Andrew Harper 94)
• ABBA Museum for six (6) people
• Vasa Museum for six (6) people
• Lunch at Bistro Oaxen Slip for six (6) people

Restrictions: Must be booked well in advance- recommended six months or more due to hotel availability. Subject to availability and blackout dates. Credit for museums, meals, and activities included is not to exceed $1,000 per couple or $3,000 total. Expires December 2020.

This lot benefits: Pathways for Change

Scotland and Ireland are renowned for being two of the world's most picturesque countries. William Grant is your host for this exclusive, behind the scenes experience of distilleries that goes back five generations.

The Westbury Dublin, voted "#1 Hotel in Ireland" by Conde? Nast Traveler Reader's Choice in 2018, for three nights is where this adventure begins. The Westbury's central location in the heart of Dublin offers unrivaled access to the pedestrianized social hub of Grafton Street, as well as the historic open spaces of Dublin's Trinity College and St Stephen's Green. William Grant's hospitality team has arranged for your group to tour both the legendary Tullamore Dew Distillery and the iconic Guinness Brewery.

Onwards to Scotland, where the William Grant team has arranged for three days of distillery tours and tastings, golf, and all meals planned for you. To stay on the grounds in Dufftown at the Balvenie and Glenfiddich distilleries is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience and only offered to VIPs in the spirits industry.

The restored Torrin house reflects the brands and still uses the five traditional crafts. With five en-suite bedrooms, this home was designed to accommodate VIP clients with a bar, dining room, lounge, kitchen, and billiards room.

Take a behind the scenes look at the world's most awarded distilleries of the Balvenie and Glenfiddich, with a one-on-one private tour with proprietors of some of the finest single malts in the world. Your tour will include lunch on site, dip the dog experience and gift, finishing with dinner at The Family House.

The next morning transfer to St Andrews where a tee time on the New Course has been arranged. For those who are non-golfers, spa appointments will be prepared before arriving to The Principal Edinburgh by private transfer. At its heart are five listed Georgian townhouses, built in 1775 as homes for Edinburgh's most prosperous citizens.

Edinburgh is a city best discovered on foot so you'll be guided on your final day through the city and Edinburgh castle. Dinner each night in some of Edinburgh's most respected restaurants will make this truly a trip of a lifetime!

This lot includes:

• Three (3) nights at The Westbury in Dublin for three (3) couples (Andrew Harper 94)
  
• Tullamore Dew Distillery tour and tasting for six (6) people
  
• Guinness tour & tasting for six (6) people
  
• One (1) night at Torrin House for three (3) couples
  
• Balvenie and Glenfiddich distillery tours and private tastings for six (6) people
  
• "Dip the Dog" experience and gift
  
• Dinner at William Grant's Family House located in Dufftown for six (6) people
  
• Two (2) nights at The Principal Edinburgh for three (3) couples
  
• Golf for six (6) people at St Andrews New Course or spa services for non-golfers
  
• Private city tour of Edinburgh for six (6) people
  
• Two (2) dinners at upscale restaurants in Edinburgh curated by the William Grant hospitality team for six (6) people
  
• Breakfast all three (3) mornings in Scotland for six (6) people
  
• Airport transfers from Aberdeen to Dufftown and Dufftown to Edinburgh
  
• Ground transportation in Scotland

Restrictions: Must be booked a minimum of 90 days in advance between November
1, 2019 and March 31, 2020. Accommodations are based upon availability and subject to change to comparable property. Ground transportation and all meals included with Scotland. Airfare is not included. Transportation from Ireland to Scotland at the expense of the winning bidder(s). Expires April 1, 2020.

This lot benefits: Mental Health Association of Okaloosa & Walton Counties

A lively town known for its cafe?s, lemon trees, and history, Sorrento has been a must-see destination on grand European tours for generations. Appropriately named "the jewel" or il gioiello of Sorrento by the original owner and last descendant of a prestigious Neapolitan family, the Count de Mario Caracciolo, your home for seven nights is located in the heart of Sorrento.

The 4,845 sq. ft. home is designed over several levels, offering plenty of room for you and your guests. With five double bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms, Villa Il Gioiello comfortably accommodates four couples. An onsite villa manager offers a wealth of local knowledge on Sorrento restaurants and excursions. Three hours of daily maid service are also included in this package.

Our friend and Head Sommelier at the famed La Sirenuse Hotel and La Sponda Restaurant, Cristian Fusco, will lead you on a customized wine tour through your choice of Tenuta San Francesco, Montevetrano, or Antonio Caggiano. Finish your day as a guest at the Michelin star restaurant, La Sponda.

This lot includes:

• Seven (7) nights at Villa Il Gioiello, a five (5) bedroom, four and a half (4.5) bath home in Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Italy for four (4) couples
  
• Customizable Amalfi wine tour with Cristian Fusco
  
• Dining credit to La Sponda in Positano

Restrictions: Based on availability of villa, tour guide, and restaurant reservations. Restaurant gift card not to exceed $500. Expires December 31, 2020.

This lot benefits: Children's Volunteer Health Network

Located in central Italy between Tuscany and Marche, Umbria offers a timeless glimpse into what Italian life is all about: beautiful scenery, great food, incredible wines, and wonderful friends.

Four couples will spend a full week in a four-bedroom, 17th-century farmhouse and stable that has been carefully restored to offer all the modern conveniences you would expect in a luxury property. Surrounded by beautiful countryside views, this incredible property includes open common spaces, a covered terrace, private swimming pool, and beautiful landscaping inclusive of a thriving herb and vegetable garden.

The large open courtyard offers the perfect environment for dining al fresco and is ideal for your dinner with Dina, a charming, talented local cook and Nona (grandmother) who will prepare an authentic Umbrian dinner at the villa. She can fire up the wood- burning oven for pizza, make pasta from scratch, or roast lamb on a spit.

Enjoy a full day of wine tours with Stefano, the charming local driver who will also deliver a rental car for your use throughout your stay. Visit the Fratelli Pardi Linen Factory and Winery in Montefalco. First, view the shop and then enjoy a tour and tasting lunch at the Pardi family's Cantina.

Immerse yourself in the culture of authentic Italian cooking when you partake in a hands-on morning class with Noni and Tita from within the comfort of your villa. You'll learn all about the theory, history, and techniques of traditional Umbrian dishes that will result in a four to five-course meal as well as recipes for each dish to take home with you.

Continue to taste your way through the Italian countryside with a variety of wine tours and tastings. Begin with a three-course lunch followed by a wine and olive tasting at Enoteca Properizo in the charming village of Spello, before moving on to a Palazzone wine tour and tasting in the Orvieto region with winemaker, Giovanni. Full concierge services will be provided by the villa owner to meet your every need.

This lot includes:

• Seven (7) nights for eight (8) people in the four (4) bedroom luxury villa of Fondo Le Tegile in Umbria, Italy
  
• Dinner with Dina
  
• Wine tour with Stefano
  
• Cooking lesson at the villa with Noni and Tita
  
• Fratelli Pardi Linen Factory and Winery visit for eight (8) people
  
• Three (3) course lunch with wine and olive tasting for eight (8) at Enoteca Properizo
  
• Palazzone wine tour and tasting for eight (8) people
  
• Rental car for seven (7) nights
  
• Airport/Rome transfers

Restrictions: Available April 2019- July 31, 2020. Must be booked at least 90 days in advance on mutually agreeable dates and is based on availability. Expires July 31, 2020.

This lot benefits: Emerald Coast Autism Center

Five couples will enjoy seven nights under the Tuscan sun on this wine-centric excursion to the Italian countryside. Wine lovers will find much to appreciate at Villa Montepulciano. Located on an Italian estate that still produces boutique wines and olive oils, the villa offers guests the chance to taste wines grown just beyond the door.

Built in the 1850s, Villa Montepulciano has five bedrooms complete with en suite bathrooms and features panoramic views of the Italian countryside. It also includes a private pool, outdoor dining area, and barbecue.

Enjoy a five-course traditional Tuscan dinner at the villa with wonderful wine pairings for each course. Dinner will be prepared from scratch by a local professional chef using fresh, seasonal ingredients.

You will meet Maurizio Dal Pino, the owner of the estate, for a tour of the vineyard and a private tasting of his wines grown on the property. Maurizio will also provide a wine tasting of different Montepulciano regional wines.

Embark from the villa on a wine tour with Maurizio Dal Pino as your guide and transportation for the day. Your first stop is an exclusive tour of Fanti San Filippo winery in Montalcino complete with a five-course lunch with Brunello wines. After lunch, Maurizio will guide you to another winery in Montepulciano where you will taste the best of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, along with the full range of wines provided by that winery. Your guide will also illustrate differences in the way wines are produced in Montalcino and Montepulciano, as well as the differences between the winemaking in Tuscany, France, and California.

Ciao Bella!

This lot includes:

• Seven (7) night stay for five (5) couples in Villa Montepulciano, a five (5) bedroom, five (5) en suite bath private home in Tuscany
  
• Private five-course chef dinner with wine in the villa for ten (10) people
  
• Private wine tasting for ten (10) people at the villa including a vineyard tour with estate owner Maurizio Dal Pino
  
• Full day, private tour of two (2) local wineries and lunch for ten (10) people
  
• Walking tour of Montepulciano for ten (10) people
  
• Handmade pizza dinner in the villa on the final night for ten (10) people

Restrictions: Based on mutually agreeable dates and subject to availability. Expires April 30, 2020.

This lot benefits: Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast

Just the name French Riviera, or Cote d'Azur as the French say, is synonymous with dazzling Mediterranean views, magnificent beaches, and luxurious villas. Three couples are invited on a journey from Marseilles to Nice to enjoy the Riviera lifestyle with its distinctive cuisine and local wines. Add a dash of Cezanne-inspired color with a day trip to Aix-en Provence for Provencal cooking and a chance to shop for handicrafts produced by famed area artisans.

Arrive in Marseilles where you will be greeted by Michel and Marla, your guides for the duration of your trip. Join them at their villa along the Riviera in Cassis for a glass of champagne before venturing into the village for a feast of freshly-caught seafood while enjoying views of the sparkling blue marina. Spend one more day in Cassis visiting Clos Sainte-Magdeleine and sampling their exquisite blanc and rose? wines. Cruise by boat along the coast through small inlets taking in the beautiful aqua water and secluded beaches. End your day dining at one of the village's finest water-view cafes.

Your third day in France will be spent in the vibrant city of Aix-en-Provence where Roman antiquities meld with Medieval churches and contemporary architecture. Art lovers can visit Musee Granet to view the paintings of the city's favorite son and artistic genius, Paul Cezanne. Spend time at the farmer's market filled with handcrafted, local products before enjoying a leisurely lunch and a Pastis, which originated in Provence.

Spend your fourth day exploring the limestone hills within the pretty seaside resort of Bandol while enjoying the region's unique wines. Begin the journey to Nice the next morning with a few planned stops along the way. Visit the ultra-glamorous Saint Tropez for an early cocktail and walk along the harbor. Stop next in Antibes, famous for the many artists who succumbed to its charms, including Picasso and Monet, and tour Chateau Grimaldi, Picasso's home-turned-museum. It's a short drive from Antibes to your hotel in Nice where you'll enjoy panoramic views of the appropriately named Baie de Anges or Bay of Angels. Join the locals for a stroll down one of Nice's top attractions, the Promenade des Anglais. The spectacular walkway stretches over 4.5 miles along the Mediterranean and boasts some of the world's best sunsets.

Continue your exploration of Nice at Cours Saleya in the heart of the city's exotic local markets. Ambitious guests may wish to climb Castle Hill to take in the sweeping views from the highest point in Nice. Enjoy an honored French tradition of an evening aperitif from a rooftop bar before dining in one of the city's best restaurants. End your unforgettable adventure with a toast to the extraordinary coastline and villages referred to as the French Riviera.

This lot includes:

• Six (6) nights in Cassis and Nice on the French Riviera for three (3) couples at four-star hotels
  
• Private tour of the French Riviera including all planning, reservations, driving, and organization of wine tastings by private guides, Michel Thibault and Marla Norman for six (6) days for three (3) couples
  
• Boat ride in Cassis along Calanques for three (3) couples Visits to Cassis and Bandol vineyards for three (3) couples
• Guided day trip to Aix-en-Provence for three (3) couples Visits to Saint-Tropez and Antibes
  
• Airport and train station transfers

Restrictions: Van rental, gas expenses, meals, and any other activity not listed above are not included. Travel must be scheduled in advance on mutually agreeable dates and is based on availability between April 12 - May 10, 2020, or October 20 - November 15, 2020.