Two couples will go on a seven-night exploration in Seoul , South Korea and Napa Valley hosted by Dana Estates chairman Hi Sang Lee and his family . The journey begins with Roundtrip , First Class Airfare from the United States to Seoul , South Korea , where the
“ Jewels of the East and Wines of the West ”:
couples will enjoy four nights ’ accommodations in a Five-star luxury hotel . They also will experience a historic private walking tour of Seoul with a professional guide accompanied by the Lee Family , one round of golf at Wellington Country Club , dinner at the Three
Michelin-starred Gaon , paired with Korean wines and one cooking class by famous temple food master Jeong Kwan at either her temple or school . Guests also will enjoy a private dinner at the home of Mr . and Mrs . Lee , prepared by Mrs . Lee , who is a renowned chef in Korea and used to preside over the Tsuji Culinary School , along with New and Old World wines from the Lee ’ s private collection . Then , they will travel to Napa Valley , California for three nights at Dana Estates ’ private Crystal House nestled at the base of the Mayacamas Mountains . The stay includes a private winery tour and dinner paired with wines , one round of golf at Mayacama Golf Club and one round of golf at the Silverado Resort .
“ Our team has done a tremendous job in assembling some of the world ’ s most distinctive and unparalleled wine and travel experiences ,” said Julia Heidt , 2023 Naples Winter Wine Festival Co-Chair and Auction Lot Committee Member . “ We encourage all bidders to bid high and bid often so we can continue to improve the lives of underprivileged children in our community .”
It should be noted that for 2023 , the Festival moves to the first weekend of February , which is one week later than usual . Ticket packages for the 2023 Naples Winter Wine Festival start at $ 15,000 per couple for a Double Magnum package and $ 35,000 for two couples to experience a Jeroboam Package . For additional information , please visit : napleswinefestival . com / about-the-festival .
About Naples Winter Wine Festival
The Naples Winter Wine Festival , one of the world ' s most prestigious charity wine auctions , offers a weekend of unforgettable memories . Guests enjoy world-class food and wine during intimate dinners in private homes and are invited to bid on once-in-a-lifetime travel and wine experiences during an electrifying live auction . Since its inaugural event in 2001 , the NWWF has raised nearly $ 244 million , making a profound difference in the lives of hundreds of thousands of children .
About Naples Children & Education Foundation
The Naples Children & Education Foundation , the founding organization of the Naples Winter Wine Festival , is improving the educational , emotional and health outcomes of underprivileged and at-risk children . Through its annual grants and strategic initiatives , NCEF has impacted more than 50 of the most effective nonprofits in the community , providing more than 300,000 children with the services and resources they need to excel . NCEF ' s unique approach , which emphasizes collaboration between organizations and bridges public and private resources , has become a blueprint for how to transform a community , one issue at a time .
For additional information on the Naples Children & Education Foundation or the Naples Winter Wine Festival , contact Lisa Juliano at lisa @ napleswinefestival . com or 239-514-2239 .
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