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GETAWAYS

Week in Florida Beach House ($1000 value)

Escape the madness! Located on a small barrier island on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Anna Maria Island retains the charm of old Florida. Two bedroom, two bath single family house located 250 feet from sugar sand beach on the quiet north end of the island overlooking the mouth of Tampa Bay. The house is available from November 16, 2008 to December 31, 2008 (go for Christmas!) or from May 15, 2009 through December 31, 2009.

Fly Away to Nantucket Island (Value $1200)

Escape to the premier vacation spot in New England on the beautiful island of Nantucket. Enjoy 3 nights and 4 days in a 3BR, 21/2 bath home on 3 acres abutting conservation land occupied by birds deer and pheasants. Walk to the nearby town to explore a Main Street filled with little shops and eateries. Or pack a picnic and bike to one of the many beaches only a mile away. The house is available from April 15 to October 15, subject to availability.

Condo in Aspen Colorado. ($1300 value)

Surrounded by four mountains enjoy four nights and five days in the heart of Aspen during the time between April 1 and April 15. Spring skiing is still very much intact and you will be located right in the center of town at the foot of Aspen Mountain. Buses are available if you want to check out skiing at Snowmass after you have conquered the four Aspen Mountains. If your legs get weary rent a snow- mobile and head into The Maroon Bells, some of the most photographed mountains in North America. The condo has 2BR and 2 BA and can sleep a maximum of 6.

DISTINCTIVE LUXURIES

Photography Session ($800 value)

Make memories last with this custom portrait taken by photographic portrait artist Jim Johnson. The experience includes a pre-portrait consultation and one finished 12x12 portrait. Compliments of Jim Johnson Photography/Picture-Story Studio.

Segway Tour + meal ($175 value) for Two

As you cruise through the Nation's Capital, past the monuments, White House and American icons, you will receive a great orientation, informative historical and current-day information, heaps of unique and fascinating stories, fantastic photo ops and superb personal service from your guide. The Segway is the first of its kind—a self-balancing, personal transportation device that's designed to operate in any pedestrian environment. It's new, it's cool and a ton of fun! After your three hour tour, enjoy a nice meal.

Treasury Tour (w/souvenirs) and Old Ebbitt Grill (gift certificate for $100) for Eight Persons

Enjoy a private guided tour of the recently renovated Treasury Building with seven of your best friends. See history where it happened. The Treasury Building is the oldest departmental building in Washington and has had a great impact on the design of other government buildings. (Preliminary background check required.) Following your tour, enjoy a relaxing lunch at the Old Ebbitt Grill, the oldest restaurant in the city.

Gala Theater Tickets and Rumberos Restaurant ($250 for tickets)

Come visit the historic Tivoli Theatre in Columbia Heights at a Gala Theatre performance. Choose from any of three performances between January 29 and June 28, 2008. Visit http://www.galatheatre.org for more information. Before or after the show enjoy a meal at Rumberos Latino Restaurant next door.

Amber Necklace ($100 value)

Create a sensation with this one of a kind, handmade amber and gold necklace.

Pink Quartz Necklace ($120 value)

Brighten your wardrobe with this stunning
pink quartz necklace.

Swarovski Crystal Necklace ($110 value)

Add to your classic collection with a flattering
Swarovski crystal and citrine necklace.
This is sure to impress!

TASTE BUDS

Picnic Backpack and Wine ($150 value)

Hosting a family picnic is as simple as filling your backpack’s cooler section with everyone’s favorite foods. The canvas pack is already loaded up with everything else, from bread knife to blanket, and padded shoulder straps make it comfortable to carry. The insulated wine cooler detaches with ease. Also included are a Rodman’s gift certificate and a bottle of wine. Enjoy!!

Wine Tasting Party Game ($100 value)

Wine buff or wine bluff? This game identifies true connoisseurs. Experts and amateurs alike will leave with a better grasp of the facets of wine tasting: sight, smell and taste. Includes two bottles of “mystery” wine.

Half Case of Wine Barboursville Winery ($240 value)

Vintner since 1976. We have the 8^th Edition of Octagon Wine. Created only in the finest vintages, Octagon is a harmonious blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. For this special wine we have reproduced on the label the floor plane of the Governor James Barbour mansion, designed by Thomas Jefferson. The octagonal dining room located inside the “Ruins” was where good friends gathered and enjoyed great wines. For this reason, they chose the “Ruins” as the symbol of Barboursville Vineyards and Octagon as the name of this wine.

Kinkeads Gift Certificate ($100 value)

Fish without going fishing. Enjoy the perfect catch of a meal for two at Kinkeads an upscale brasserie-style Foggy Bottom restaurant specializing in fresh seafood.

Brazilian Feast for 8 ($480 value)

Come enjoy a Brazilian feast for eight people. The feast will include the following: traditional feijoada (black beans, meats, rice, toasted manioc flour, plantains, collard greens, spicy onions, fresh oranges), complete with aperitives (caipirinhas), Brazilian beer and dessert (Romeu e Julieta: guava paste and white cheese), coconut cookies and freshly ground Brazilian coffee. Nota bene: this meal contains pork.

David Klaus will prepare the meal and serve it in his home in Woodley Park (Washington, DC) and will eat it with you and your guests. To be offered on an evening agreed mutually between the buyer and Mr. Klaus. Blackout dates: November 26, 2008—January 15, 2009, April 19-21, 2009 and August 11-30, 2009. Expiration date: November 1, 2009.

Wine Duet ($120 Value)

Enjoy a mixed case of California Wines featuring Columbia Crest Grand Edition Merlot, 2007 and Mirassou Monterey Pinot Noir, 2005. Both wines display intense red berry flavors combined with a balance of wood and smoky characters which partner well with cheese, and smoked salmon for a special hors d’oeuvres offering.Compliments of Paul’s Discount Wine and Liquor.

Chateau Lafon-Rochet Bordeaux ($150 value)

The estate of Lafon-Rochet dates back to the 16^th century, and throughout time the vineyards have survived, passed down by many owners and often long time neglect. Fortunately from the 1990s onwards the estate has produced good value wines with plenty of structure, flavor and appeal. “This wine has good character and is an interesting, complex wine” Winedoctor, 2006 Bordeaux.

Dinner for six at one of the most celebrated addresses in DC (Value $1000)

Enjoy an international dinner prepared by our own culinary experts Rose Chen, Don Marx and Elena Tscherny. Dine and drink in an elegant art-filled residence in Dupont Circle. The home was the former residence of Sally Quinn and Ben Bradlee, and the set for the film Heartburn, based on Nora Ephron’s novel of the same title. Winning bidder will choose from an extensive menu as well as a mutually agreeable date between March15 and May 15, 2009. A guided tour to view the collectables as well as a surprise gift will be given to each guest.

Chocolates and Picasso Peruvian Wine (Value $50.00)

Experience an evening for two savoring chocolates and a bottle of a dry red Peruvian wine personally exported from Peru. Peruvian wines are not readily available in the United States so a bottle of Picasso wine is a treat. It is produced by the Vista Alegre Winery in Ica, Peru one of the oldest and largest vineyards in the country founded by the Picasso brothers.

Amarula Wild Fruit Cream Liqueur-2 bottles (Value $50.00)

Taste the exotic fruit of Africa at dessert after a dinner with friends. The liqueur is produced from the fermented fruit of the Marula tree in South Africa. Elegant and yes creamy, with an interesting twist of fruity sweetness. Decadent and it is no wonder Amarula is the favorite fruit of the African elephants, baboons and monkeys! Pour it over chocolate ice cream, or poured over steaming hot Cape Brandy Pudding. Always serve Amarula well chilled.

Magnum Bottle of Brunello di Montalcino (Value $250 for the magnum-autograph by Salvatore Ferragamo what is it worth to you?)

Celebrate a special occasion with a magnum bottle of vintage 1999 Brunello di Montalcino personally autographed by the winemaker Salvatore Ferragamo. In 1963, Brunello di Montalcino made history as Italy’s first wine to be awarded DOCG status. Each Brunello must be produced exclusively from Sangiovese Grosso grapes cultivated in Montalcino and aged a minimum of five years. This bottle is best through 2010 so start planning your occasion now.

Regal Cinema and Gaffney Gift Certificate (2) ($70 value)

Take in a movie at Regal Cinemas and then wander down the street to Gaffney’s, a “world –class neighborhood restaurant in a world-class neighborhood”. The restaurant serves classic American grill food, drinks from a 40’ long bar with a Raw Bar at the end with quick, friendly service.

Brunch at Hay Adams Hotel ($75 value)

Enjoy a lavish Sunday Brunch for two in The Lafayette dining room in the Hay-Adams hotel. The historic boutique hotel, located right across from the White House, is an exceptionally elegant downtown DC luxury hotel.

Mortons Gift Certificate for two. ($100 value)

Visit Mortons, The Steakhouse, “the best steak anywhere”. If you don’t want turf try the excellent surf or do surf and turf. Start the meal with a glass of cabernet, merlot, pinot…selected from their award-winning wine list. You might want to add some fresh, warm onion bread before moving on to the main course. And last, but not least, end with a succulent dessert which will be hard to choose from a tempting menu.

A Dinner for Two Gift Certificate from Founding Farmers ($ 100 value)

The Capital has a new temple of organic-local-sustainable seasonal eating: Founding Farmers which opened in September 2008 at 1924 Pennsylvania Avenue in the IMF HQ2 building. The restaurant is huge with two stories serving 250 patrons at one seating and was built to meet LEED standards, thus it functions as a Certified Green Restaurant. The menu is also huge and includes all homemade traditional American classics inspired by the heartland made with sustainably farmed products and only in-season vegetables and fruits.

La Madeleine- 2 certificates for $20 each. ($40 value)

Stop in for a bite, or a meal, in this French bakery, café and bistro. It is a “serve yourself, cafeteria style” French chain in several locations in the Metro DC area.

Al Tiramisu Gift Certificate for Two. ($100 value)

A cozy nook off Dupont Circle where you can practice your Italian while enjoying an authentic Italian meal and drink from a quality cellar. The restaurant imports directly from Italy, 100% of their wines, 100% of their seafood, and 90% of all other ingredients.

Petits Plats Gift Certificate. ($100 value)

“Bon Appetit” are the words that greet you in this cozy piece of Paris located in a townhouse in Woodley Park. The menu highlights bistro fare of simple French dishes.For those who live in the are Petits Plats is offering a “To Go” option with a sizeable menu ranging from Soup du Jour to Desserts, including Chocolate Mousse.

COLLECTIBLES

Autographed Redskin Jersey (Value $ $350)

You may not be able to pass and run like Jason Campbell but you might dream you can wearing his autographed Redskin Jersey.

Oxford Atlas of North America. ($125 Value)

Planning a trip around the North American continent. Consult the Oxford Atlas of North America, DE Blij, H.J., Editor. to seek out new and fascinating places to visit. Compliments of Politics and Prose.

LEISURE and ENTERTAINMENT

U.S.S. Sequoia. ($12,500 value)

The winning bidder of this great package will be able to entertain 49 of his or her best friends on a 4 hour cruise of the Potomac on the U.S.S. Sequoia, the former Presidential Yacht. The Sequoia is a meticulously restored 104-foot, 1925 Trumpy-designed yacht that has served Presidents since Herbert Hoover and is a national historic landmark. The Presidential artifacts and pictures on board will captivate your guests and make your party one that everyone remembers. Your winning bid includes a terrific professional piano player and a case of champagne that can be enjoyed while you and your guests view Washington from the water. This item is available during the season (April-November) on a mutually agreeable date. www.sequoiayacht.com . Offer expires November 2009.

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