One GRAND PRIZE winner can choose one of three prizes - technology or travel:
A MacBook Pro (or $2,000 to spend at the Apple Store)
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NEW ORLEANS JAZZ & DINING
Preservation Hall of Jazz VIP Admission, Commander's Palace Jazz Brunch or Dinner with Wine Pairing, Hyatt French Quarter 3-Night Stay with Airfare for 2.
This experience includes:
· 3-night stay in a standard guest room at the Hyatt French Quarter New Orleans
· VIP admission for 2 including skip-the-line status to the Preservation Hall of Jazz
· Jazz Brunch or 3-course dinner with wine pairing for 2 at Commander’s Palace Restaurant
· Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to New Orleans, LA
· Winspire booking & concierge service
Hyatt French Quarter New Orleans
Enjoy a 3-night stay in a standard guest room at this landmark luxury hotel located on Bourbon Street in the heart of the historic New Orleans French Quarter. This ideal location is within walking distance of popular New Orleans attractions including the Riverwalk, French Market, Superdome, Audubon Zoo, Aquarium, jazz clubs and fine art and gallery shopping on Royal Street. Ride a streetcar to the stunning Garden District or hop aboard the magnificent paddlewheeler. No city in North America can compete with New Orleans when it comes to culture, food, historic architecture and joie de vivre!
Preservation Hall of Jazz
Enjoy VIP admission for two to Preservation Hall, the French Quarter’s internationally recognized home of Traditional New Orleans Jazz and headquarters of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band. As VIP guests of Preservation Hall, you’ll be entitled to “skip-the-line” status. Simply check in at the door and avoid the long line. This iconic American institution was established in 1961 with the intention of preserving this uniquely American art form and providing some of its earliest practitioners the opportunity to earn a living performing the music they had pioneered and kept alive for so many years. Preservation Hall’s evening performances are recognized as some of the world’s last “pure musical experiences,” presenting authentic, traditional New Orleans jazz, played by the city’s finest. Experience the living legends that won Preservation Hall the Zagat award for 'Best Appeal' for 2009 New Orleans Nightlife. There is no bar service, air-conditioning, or other modern updates, Preservation Hall is a truly unique experience for kids and adults alike. In the words of Louis Armstrong: “Preservation Hall, now that’s where you’ll find all the greats”.
Commander's Palace Restaurant
Enjoy a jazz brunch or 3-course dinner with wine pairing for two, including tax and gratuity. Every Saturday and Sunday, the jazz brunch features a Cajun and Creole-inspired menu with both traditional and unique breakfast items. As you bite into one of their Creole poached egg dishes or Bananas Foster Pancakes and take a sip of your Ramos Gin Fizz or Bloody Mary, live jazz musicians fill the room with “good, happy jazz”. If you feel like dancing, join the “second line” that often forms behind the band, a passionate and joyful New Orleans tradition! Or you can choose the 3-course dinner with wine pairing any night of the week, which starts with their World Famous Turtle Soup and ends with Creole Bread Pudding Souffle.
This beloved Garden District restaurant is New Orleans at its finest. Owner Ti Martin, daughter of Ella Brennan of the famous New Orleans restaurateur family, carries on the tradition and spirit that have given Commander’s Palace its magic and charm since 1880. Executive Chef Tory McPhail received the 2013 James Beard Foundation Awards Best Chef: South.
Blackout dates: Mardi Gras week and Jazz Fest week.
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CASA DE CAMPO CARIBBEAN PARADISE
4-Night Stay at Casa de Campo Resort in the Dominican Republic with Airfare for 2
This experience includes:
· 4-night stay in an elite patio or balcony room at Casa de Campo, Dominican Republic
· Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
· Winspire booking & concierge service
See why Hollywood stars, professional athletes, heads-of-state and Fortune 500 executives have all made this Caribbean paradise one of their preferred vacation spots. Beyonce and family recently spent a week at this tropical seaside resort, located in the town of La Romana on the southeast coast of the Dominican Republic.
Casa de Campo
Enjoy a 4-night stay in an elite patio or balcony room with a king bed or two double beds for two at this AAA 4-Diamond Award Winner and member of Leading Hotels of the World and Preferred Hotel Group. These 600 sq. ft. oversized hotel rooms are highlighted by contemporary comforts and 5-star hotel conveniences, including air conditioning, high speed wireless Internet and espresso coffee machines. Complimentary use of an electric touring cart included during your stay for exploring the 7,000 acre hotel, resort, marina and residential community of Casa de Campo. Private beach, pool, gym and fitness center access included.
Blackout dates: December 21, 2014 through February 28, 2015.
Valid for travel through December 20, 2015.