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6. You'll Need a Siesta after this Fiesta for Eight
Toss on a serape, grab your sombrero and head on over to La Casa del Ludwig for a south-of-the-border
feast! This Mexican fiesta, with all the trappings of traditional and contemporary Spanish fare begins with
margaritas, Dos Equis, sangria, and more! Hosted by Dr. Leo and Jennifer Ludwig and Senor Chip Piper,
the evening caps off with a sumptuous dessert buffet of classic Spanish favorites! The winners of this
evening in Old Mexico may include up to eight people on a mutally agreed upon date. Did Cinco de Mayo
come early this year?!
$800
Dr. Leo & Jennifer Ludwig
Mr. Ralph "Chip" Piper
7. Merritt Island, FL Vacation Home Stay for Six
One week stay in a lovely waterfront home is located on the Indian River in Merritt Island. A short 40
minute drive from the Orlando airport brings you to a quiet lush, tropical setting with romantic sunset views
across the intra-coastal waterway. Quietly observe the abundant wildlife while kayaking along serene
shores or splash in the Atlantic Ocean at nearby Cocoa Beach. Within minutes there are plenty of
restaurants, shopping, golf, tennis, or just sightseeing. Orlando entertainment centers are only 45 minutes
away, and the Kennedy Space Center is just 20 minutes. This fully furnished 3,500 square feet luxury
home sleeps six adults comfortably. Air fare NOT included. Mutually agreed date.
$2,000
K. Thomas Robbins, M.D. & Gayle E. Woodson, M.D.
8. Dr. Roland Folse's Handcrafted Cherry and Walnut Bookcase
Original designed and handcrafted bookcase by Dr. Roland Folse, filled with recent fiction and non-fiction
books chosen by Hazen Folse. This handsome piece of furniture was created from figured cherry with bent
walnut legs. It measures 28" wide, 10.5" depth, and 49" tall. Roland Folse is well known in the area for
his many artisitic talents, including wood working, ceramics, painting, and bonsai.
$1,200
Dr. Roland Folse
9. St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands Villa for One Week at Sapphire Beach
Located at the Sapphire Beach Resort & Marina, Sapphire Beach, East End, USVI - St. Thomas,
Caribbean, this totally renovated condo with wrap around corner patio and balcony, all new appliances is
the very definition of a luxurious vacation. The unit is located in the B building WITHIN 50' to the best
part of Sapphire Beach for swimming. The lower floor has a full kitchen, with a convection microwave
oven, sitting area, bar, flat screen TV, and queen sleep sofa. The top floor features a Caribbean decor with
wood cathedral ceilings. There is a new king size bed, TV, a sitting area with a queen size sleep sofa, and
desk. Both floors have a private balcony with a fabulous down-island view, and a full bathroom on both
floors. The unit has central air conditioning, cable, ceiling fans, internet access available, and a nearby
multi-level pool. Families with up to six can be very comfortable in this 1100 square foot unit.
Your view is spectacular from the private balconies as you view St. John, Jost Van Dyke, Tortola, Hans
Lollick, and several cays. Most special is the colors of the crystal clear sapphire blue water. A fully
equipped dive shop has snorkel gear, they can arrange scuba excursions, offer floats, windsurfing lessons,
and kayak rentals. You can also enjoy a game of beach volleyball on the sandy beach, or tennis on the 4
tennis courts on the property. Airfare NOT included. Mutual ageed upon date.
$2,500
Walter & Barbara Parkes