Stephen F. Austin State University Alumni Association – SFA Homecoming Online Auction 2024
Auction Ends: Oct 27, 2024 05:00 PM CDT

Travel

Tour and Tasting, Flamenco Show, 5-Night Stay in Madrid for 4

Item Number
285
Estimated Value
8501 USD
Opening Bid
5665 USD
Next Minimum Bid
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Time Left
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Online Close
2024-10-27 18:00:00.0  -  Bid Extension

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Item Description

Tour and Tasting, Flamenco Show, 5-Night Stay in Madrid for 4

This Experience Includes:

5 nights in a charming 2-bedroom/2-bath apartment in Madrid city center
3-hour gastronomic walking tour of Madrid with multiple food and wine tastings
Amazing Flamenco show in a typical Taberna 
Half-day private tour of the beautiful city of Toledo, renowned as "the city of three cultures" for the cultural influences of Christian, Muslims, and Jew reflected in its millenary history
Private guide and private transfer included
Winspire booking & concierge service
 

Madrid, Spain's central capital, is a city of elegant boulevards and expansive, manicured parks such as the Buen Retiro. It’s renowned for its rich repositories of European art, including the Prado Museum’s works by Goya, Velázquez, and other Spanish masters. The heart of old Hapsburg Madrid is the portico-lined Plaza Mayor, and nearby is the baroque Royal Palace and Armory, displaying historic weaponry

Gastronomic Tour

Discover Madrid’s vibrant culinary scene on a delicious gastronomic tour. Stroll through the streets with a guide and sample delicious meats at 3 popular restaurants while learning about the local ingredients. Treat your palette to delicious Spanish wines complemented by items like Iberian ham, salted cod, rich chickpea stew, and more.

Flamenco Show

Experience the fever of flamenco dancing during a show in one of Spain’s most esteemed ‘tablaos’ (flamenco venues) in Madrid. Select a show time convenient for you, then venture to the beating heart of Madrid’s Old Town to experience an evening of music and dance.

City of Toledo

Embark on a half-day journey from Madrid to immerse yourself in the medieval majesty of Toledo, a UNESCO heritage site full to the brim with historical monuments. Together with a knowledgeable local guide, you will discover the captivating sites and landmarks throughout the city while its fascinating history unfolds before you. Admire the Primada Cathedral, marvel at the Jewish quarter, and fully dive into the magical atmosphere of this legendary city, strolling through its secret streets and gaining valuable insight into the history and culture. 

WINSPIRE PACKAGE REDEMPTION:

Winspire Travel packages and experiences must be booked within one year of the purchase date. The actual travel date must occur within two years of the purchase date.

WINSPIRE BOOKING & CONCIERGE SERVICES:

Winspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals to help you redeem your experience. We will book all travel-related details and reservations for every part of your experience. Included within our services, Winspire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare, and additional guests as a full-service travel agency. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Reservations are subject to availability, blackout dates, and major holidays. Reservations must be booked 60 days in advance of travel. Purchases through charity fundraisers are non-refundable.

Certificates cannot be resold or replaced if lost, stolen, or destroyed. Ground transportation is the responsibility of the winner unless otherwise stated.

Item Special Note

Please bid carefully because all net auction proceeds will fund SFA alumni programming. The SFA Alumni Association accepts your bid as a promise to pay. No Refunds, No Exchanges - No Exceptions.

IMPORTANT:

PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CARD INFORMATION IS UPDATED BEFORE THE AUCTION CLOSES!

The winning bidders will have their credit card on file charged by October 28. All winning bidders will receive an email notification of a winning bid. You will be contacted within 10 business days to determine how you will receive your item.

Items are available for pick up at the Alumni Center no earlier than November 4 and no later than Nov. 27. All shipments will be sent by December 1.

$5 ground shipping for certificates and gift cards that are not picked up (tracking will be provided).