AmFund

This year, SPSL is partnering with AmFund, a non-profit organization assisting other non- profits with their fundraising efforts, to offer ‘Bucket List’ trips at our Fall Fundraiser. Here is some info on AmFund and how they are helping SPSL:

  • SPSL will offer 10 trips for bidding at the Fall Fundraiser. Watch our Facebook page for more information on this once-in-a-lifetime trips!
  • These trips are for 2 travelers and include roundtrip airfare in main cabin (winning donor can upgrade at an additional cost) with hotel booking in deluxe accommodations. A personal travel specialist will help with trip booking and any questions that arise.
  • Winning donor will have 3 full years from the date of our Fall Fundraiser to take their trip, with no blackout dates!
  • How does SPSL benefit from auctioning these trips? AmFund will set the minimum bid at $500 over the amount AmFund paid to secure the trip (which is about 70% less than actual cost). That way, SPSL will receive $500 for every opening bid, as well as any amount over the opening bid.
  • SPSL does not pay AmFund any fees, no Buyers Premium, and no credit card fees!

The trips that will be offered at our Fall Fundraiser are:

Iceland – Land of Ice and Fire

Glistening glaciers, therapeutic hot springs, thundering waterfalls and amazing wildlife make Iceland “The Land of Fire and Ice”. See the phenomenal midnight sun during this 7 day/6-night trip that takes you to Reykjavik, Iceland’s Capital. You’ll enjoy a walking tour of the city with its picturesque harbor and and stunning views of the bay. On your day tour of the famed Golden Circle, you’ll see breathtaking landscapes, crystal white glaciers, rugged mountains and other geological wonders. Soaking in the hot springs of the famous Blue Lagoon will give you a never to be forgotten glow. You can ride Icelandic horses, watch humpbacks frolic in the bays and perhaps see the amazing northern lights.

Your trip for two includes roundtrip air, 7 days and 6 nights deluxe accommodations, your walking tour of Reykjavik, your Golden Circle Tour, visit to the Blue Lagoon and Spa, and breakfast daily.

Video: https://youtu.be/j-YnJG2nGNA

All American Adventure in Jackson Hole & Yellowstone NP

Nestled in the foothills of Wyoming’s magnificent Grand Teton Mountains, on the threshold of America’s famed Yellowstone National Park, Jackson Hole is the popular playground for the rich and famous, and the perfect escape! Enjoy its frosty magic in winter when you can ski, snowmobile, sleigh-ride and sip wine in the cozy lodge as you snuggle by the crackling fire. As this vast natural paradise wakes up to buds blooming in spring, you’ll find some of the most thrilling whitewater rafting in the world! You can get up close to wildlife in the summer, hike in the high country, or enjoy a leisurely float on the river while breathtaking scenes unfold before your eyes. In the fall, when the Aspens turn deep gold and flaming orange, you might want to go for a scenic horseback ride. The town of Jackson Hole is a treasure trove of fine Western art and culture. You’ll want to explore this quaint one-of-a-kind village filled with intriguing boutiques, gourmet restaurants and lively nightlife. One day a guide will take you on a day tour into Yellowstone National Park to see Old Faithful Geyser, bubbling hot springs, and other natural wonders as you spot buffalo, grizzly bears and majestic elk.

Your escape to America’s premier paradise includes 7 days and 6 nights deluxe accommodations, your one-day guided tour of Yellowstone National Park and roundtrip airfare for two travelers.

Video: https://youtu.be/Bkt7Ngm3aFc

Italy’s Romantic Amalfi Coast & Capri

Kissed by the Mediterranean’s billion gallons of liquid sapphires, the breathtaking Amalfi Coast is all about pleasure and beauty. Swim, sunbathe and savor every moment in your spectacular surroundings. One day, it’s “all aboard” for your cruise to the isle of Capri, playground of the rich and famous. You can find the remains of an Emperor’s palace, shop in exclusive designer boutiques and float into the Blue Grotto where the water glows an iridescent blue. You might want to explore ancient Pompeii, frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

This trip for two to Italy’s gorgeous Amalfi Coast includes roundtrip air, your deluxe accommodations, cruise to Capri, and all the excitement and adventure the two of you can pack into 7 days and 6 glorious nights.

Video: https://youtu.be/ZnTPDBDRpe4

Escape to Tropical Key West

Your adventure begins in Key West where you’ll enjoy 4 lazy days and 3 magical nights at one of the island’s most luxurious resorts. Enjoy lazy strolls past palm shaded cottages, and explore quirky shops, art galleries and author Ernest Hemingway’s tropical home. Then celebrate as the sun sets the sky on-fire before it sizzles into the Gulf of Mexico. Drop by for a drink at Hemingway’s favorite bar, Sloppy Joes, then dine on fresh seafood or savory steaks at a casual cafe. Another day, you’ll hop aboard a luxury catamaran for a cruise to the Dry Tortugas. Enjoy breakfast and lunch on board and spend the afternoon swimming, snorkeling, and exploring.

Your Tropical Escape to Key West for two includes roundtrip air, 3 nights’ deluxe accommodations in America’s only Caribbean island paradise, and your day-long catamaran cruise.

Video: https://youtu.be/NJT6R8Hi55s

Wine, Wonders and Romance of France

You’ll fall in love with the French countryside the moment you step off your flight to Paris. You’ll stay in an 18th century chateau in the Loire Valley, the famous wine region of France. You can sit in the garden and enjoy croissants and coffee for breakfast. Then your guide will show you spectacular chateaux and castles and take you for lunch at a boutique winery in the heart of a vineyard. There’s time for shopping at the world’s finest designer boutiques in Paris, and your city excursion takes you to such landmarks as the Eiffel Tower where you’ll enjoy a delightful lunch. You’ll cruise the River Seine before you cuddle to sleep in your chic hotel.

Your trip for two includes roundtrip air, your six-night deluxe accommodations, wine-tasting lunch and chateaux excursion, guided Paris city experience, Eiffel Tower lunch, and River Seine cruise.

Video: https://youtu.be/GLTCBixpxa8

Hilton Head & Savannah

As winners of this 6-day Southern sojourn, your romantic adventure begins at a fabulous resort at Hilton Head Island, America’s playground for sun and fun. Golf lovers may want to test their skills on some of the famous, finely manicured championship courses, while sun worshippers can enjoy miles of pristinely beautiful beaches. You can boat, swim, bicycle, explore the lighthouse, find treasures in the shops at Harbour Town, and sample succulent fresh seafood straight off the docks. On your fourth day, you are off to Savannah, the “beautiful belle” of the Old South, where you will stay at a deluxe hotel, and wake up to a delicious breakfast every morning. With Spanish Moss dripping from huge oak trees, and elegant homes adorning cobblestone streets, you’ll see why U.S. News and World Report rates Savannah the “#1 Relaxing Getaway in the Country.” The two of you will explore the quaint city in an old-fashioned horse drawn carriage. Then you will sample Savannah’s famously delicious Lowcountry cuisine on your fabulous foodie tour.

This 6-day, 5-night escape for two includes roundtrip airfare, your horse drawn carriage and foodie fest, 3 nights deluxe resort on Hilton Head Island, 2 cozy nights in Savannah and delicious breakfasts each morning.

Your trip will be so relaxing and serene, you’ll return rejuvenated with fun-filled memories to last a lifetime!

Video: https://youtu.be/gv4q3KIP9Lg

Greece & Greek Islands Odyssey 

Enjoy sun drenched days and exciting nights exploring the most famous islands in the Aegean Sea! This 9 day/8-night trip of your dreams takes you first to Santorini for 3 nights, then you’re off to Mykonos for 3 nights, and finally on to Athens for your final 2 nights.

Your trip for two includes roundtrip air, deluxe accommodations in Santorini , Mykonos and Athens, a fascinating city tour of Athens, your inter-island flight to Santorini, your ferry to Mykonos and breakfast daily.

Video: https://youtu.be/RfubRlanSlY

Alaska Cruise – The Call of the Wild 

With sparkling glaciers, soaring eagles, grizzly bears and humpback whales; your cruise to America’s Last Frontier is an adventure you will never forget! The fun begins in Seattle where you’ll board your luxury cruise ship.

You’ll marvel at the vast beauty and grandeur of one of the most pristine places on earth. At ports like Ketchikan, Juneau, Victoria and Skagway, you can add exciting experiences such as dog-sledding, exploring Klondike towns, or even sightseeing by train or sea plane. You’ll savor gourmet meals, exciting nightlife and try your luck at the ship’s casino!

This fabulous trip for two includes roundtrip air to Seattle, your amazing week-long voyage with comfortable ocean view cabin, delicious cruise ship dining, fabulous on-board entertainment and activities, the attentive service of your ship’s professional staff, and memories of your adventure as big as Alaska itself!

Video: https://youtu.be/Kv34vmag9JM

Treasures of Rome, Florence and Tuscany

Your journey into antiquity begins with three glorious days and nights in Rome. Your VIP entrée to the Vatican gives you no-wait access to Michelangelo’s exquisite Sistine Chapel and the majesty of St. Peter’s Basilica. Then you’re off to Tuscany for three days and nights exploring the region’s serene hills, picturesque towns, and lush vineyards and olive groves. Your trip wraps up in Florence where you’ll enjoy VIP admission to the famed Museum Accademia where Michelangelo’s statue of David awaits you, and you can explore the city’s most intriguing sites.

This 8-day, 7-night trip includes roundtrip airfare for two, all your deluxe accommodations in Rome, Tuscany and Florence, your city tours of historic Rome and Florence, VIP entrée to the Vatican, and VIP entrée to the Museum Accademia.