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Passport to Europe Trip Raffle Drawing

 

OR $4,000 Cash Prize Option

Tickets $75 Each 

Only 200 will be sold.

Drawing to be held at the 24th Annual Festival of Trees Gala on the evening of 11/15/2025

at Cleveland Marriott East 

*Winner need not be present

Winner's Choice

Treat yourself to special 5-night getaway in ONE of these cities:  

Paris, Madrid, Prague, Vienna, or Rome (with breakfast for 2).

You will also enjoy two amazing activities in the city of your choice.

Along with $1,000 cash to go towards airfare &/or spending!

OR.... 

choose the CASH option: $4,000 cash just in time for your holiday shopping! 

No matter which you are hoping to win, the purchase of each raffle ticket will directly support

Torchlight's youth mentoring programs.

Thank you for making a difference!! 

 

This Experience Includes:

  • 5-Night Stay in One City of Your Choice - Paris, Madrid, Prague, Vienna, or Rome for 2

    If you've been dreaming of traveling to Europe, here is your chance!  Pick ONE city from these five fantastic locations and enjoy a 5-night stay in a 4-star hotel right in the heart of the city. You will also enjoy two amazing activities during your stay so you may discover the unique atmosphere of each destination. 

     

    Paris, France

    In northern France, situated along the Seine River, the capital city of Paris is considered one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in the world. Brimming with history, the monument-lined boulevards of the city will captivate you. Immerse yourself in the city's stunning architecture, captivating art, and delectable cuisine. Enjoy gourmet meals and fine wines at local bistros.

    Paris Experience Includes:

    • 5-night stay at a 4-star hotel in the city center
    • Daily breakfast
    • Dinner cruise on the Seine River
    • Skip-the-line tickets for the Louvre Museum
    • Winspire booking & concierge service

    Take an incredible dinner cruise along the Seine River soaking in the beauty of Paris by night. You will be welcomed with a glass of Champagne as you settle into an intimate window table. The menu includes a choice of starter, main dish, cheese, and dessert with a selection of fine wines and musical entertainment during dinner. Then, skip the line and dive right into the renowned Louvre Museum, a central landmark of the city and one of the world’s largest museums. Among the numerous works you will see, Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa is one of the highlights of the visit.

     

    Madrid, Spain

    Madrid is the capital city of Spain, as well as the largest city. Located in the center of the Iberian Peninsula, it is home to both the Spanish Royal family and the government headquarters. This cosmopolitan city is bustling with activity, history, culture, and art. Discover the city's rich history, tracing its roots from its Moorish foundation to its transformation into a vibrant royal capital.

    Madrid Experience Includes:

    • 5-night stay at a 4-star hotel in the city center
    • Daily breakfast
    • Half-day gastronomic walking tour with 4 food stops
    • Flamenco dinner show with 3-course meal
    • Winspire booking & concierge service

    Explore the undiscovered parts of the city as well as the cherished monuments on a beautiful walking culinary tour. Delve into the heart of Madrid’s history and culture while exploring varied gastronomic delights. Learn about the curious food culture and try some of Madrid’s delicious dishes. Experience an amazing Flamenco dinner show - savor a delicious, traditional dinner while enjoying a wonderful and emotional show. Witness the best of Madrid during this exhilarating show with traditional music and dancing.

     

    Prague, Czech Republic

    Situated in the heart of the Bohemian basin is Prague with its magical, mystical atmosphere. The “city of a hundred spires” is like a fairy tale, with its cobblestone streets, beautiful bridges, and numerous towers and cathedrals.

    Prague Experience Includes: 

    • 5-night stay at a 4-star hotel in the city center
    • Daily breakfast
    • Jazz riverboat cruise with dinner and entertainment
    • Kutna Hora day tour
    • Winspire booking & concierge service

    Enjoy a fun boat cruise through the city’s historical center, with dinner and live jazz music. Take in the views by night from the Vltava River while savoring a mouth-watering meal, sipping a cool drink, and listening to the best local jazz in Prague. Take a full-day excursion from Prague in a private car to the Bone Church and Kutna Hora, located about 1.5 hours east of Prague. This picturesque town was once known for its silver mining, and still maintains the atmosphere of that golden era, with many Gothic buildings lining the romantic, cobblestone streets. Discover Kutna Hora and its monuments and enjoy a lunch in a traditional Czech restaurant. Visit the largest fortress complex on the planet, the Lobkowicz Palace at Prague Castle*. Marvel at the paintings by Canaletto, Cranach, Brueghel, and Velázquez and see music scores written by Beethoven and Mozart. Follow with a midday classical music concert* in the 16th-century palace’s baroque concert hall.

    *Admission to the Lobkowicz Palace Museum and the midday classical music not included.

     

    Vienna, Austria

    Situated on the Danube River, this capital city is a unique, enchanting blend of old and new. Baroque architecture and imperial palaces line the streets, merging perfectly with the modern coffeehouse and wine bar scene. Home to an important and vast musical heritage, you will find soul-stirring musical performances throughout the city.

    Vienna Experience Includes:

    • 5-night stay at a 4-star hotel in the city center
    • Daily breakfast
    • 2 tickets to a concert at Sala Terrena
    • Horse-drawn carriage ride
    • Winspire booking & concierge service

    Enjoy an amazing Mozarthaus concert at Sala Terrena, Vienna’s oldest concert hall. The concert, played by four experienced musicians, takes place in the same concert hall where Mozart used to work, play music, and live for a period of his life. The unique intimate setting is simply astonishing, with a hall that is completely covered with intriguing frescoes. With a maximum of 50 guests, you will be sitting right next to the musicians. Delight in a romantic 40-minute horse-drawn carriage ride through the majestic city of Vienna. Beginning at St. Stephen’s Cathedral, ride past squares, palaces, and theaters, soaking in the city as you might have centuries ago as part of the nobility. Be transported into the past and imagine Vienna as it was in the 18th century.

     

    Rome, Italy

    Known as the “Eternal City”, Rome was once the capital of the Holy Roman Empire, has been the seat of the Roman Catholic Church for centuries, and is the capital of Italy. Take a stroll through the city, where the ancient ruins offer a glimpse into the past, while the vibrant street life brings the present to life.

    Rome Experience Includes:

    • 5-night stay at a 4-star hotel in the city center
    • Daily breakfast
    • Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Tour with private guide
    • Skip-the-line entry for 2 to the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums
    • Winspire booking & concierge service

    Explore the past on a private guided tour of the Colosseum and ancient Rome. Descend into the depths of Rome’s most iconic landmark and see the Colosseum through a gladiator’s eyes. Continue the journey traveling back in time, roaming through the Roman Forum. This exclusive tour gives you direct access to the Colosseum, avoiding the multitudes of crowds that first thronged its entrance nearly 2,000 years ago. No trip to Rome is complete without a visit to the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums. Tour the extensive collection of art and archaeology that has been collected by the Popes over the centuries. Behold one of Michelangelo’s all-time masterpieces, the frescoed ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Standing beneath and gazing at this work in person is absolutely unforgettable.

    Subject to availability.  Blackout dates may apply.

     

    Please note hotels are based on availability and we guarantee a standard double room in a 4-star hotel located in the city center. Specific hotel requests or room upgrades can only be accommodated with the payment of a supplemental fee.

    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.

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24th Annual Festival of Trees Gala 2025
Saturday, November 15, 2025
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