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All Hands on Deck in Newport, Rhode Island for Three Days & Two Nights at Your Choice of Either the Hotel Viking or the Newport Harbor Island Resort for Two, Including a Sailing Experience Aboard an America's Cup Yacht (Land Only)

Take a few days to explore Newport, Rhode Island, one of America's favorite summertime destinations. Offering a unique mix of sumptuous mansions overlooking the Atlantic, colonial streets and historic buildings, as well as one of the country's most active harbors, there is so much to see. You'll also have the amazing experience of sailing in one of the America's Cup yachts!

Step into anything but ordinary at Hotel Viking, where the building is as monumental as the hotel's hospitality. Unexpected features, architectural details, unique events, and delightful surprises are waiting to be discovered. The Hotel Viking, a haven for Newport luxury, is centrally located on historic Bellevue Avenue, and has proudly hosted many famous guests including President and Mrs. John F. Kennedy, the Astors, the Vanderbilts, as well as many entertainers, celebrities and military leaders. The old world charm of Gilded Age romance meets modern amenities in this boutique hotel, evident in the luxurious Spa Fjor, fine dining at One Bellevue, an historic chapel on property and an indoor pool/whirlpool. Built by the citizens of Newport in the 1920s to accommodate their guests and visitors, the Hotel Viking, "the people's hotel", will charm you with its mix of classic elegance and contemporary chic.

Or embrace the harbor island life at Newport's premier waterfront resort, the Newport Harbor Island Resort, which offers the quintessential New England coastal experience, with culinary celebrations, immersive activities, and personalized luxury. This is the place to discover a new era of vacations, steeped in timeless traditions. From sailing into a modern marina to skating on a charming ice rink, unwinding in the spa to getting cozy next to the warmth of a firepit, discover curated Newport Island resort experiences with thoughtful programming for all ages, year-round. A culinary destination for both locals and visitors alike, the resort's restaurants delight the senses. Enjoy the flavors of seasonal and signature dishes, made with locally-sourced ingredients and served with waterfront views.

The America's Cup is not only the oldest trophy sport, but also has a rich heritage that dates back to 1851 and is considered as yacht racing's Holy Grail. Known originally as the Hundred Guineas Cup, the first vessel to win the race was called the "America", and the name stuck! Every few years the world's top sailors, yacht designers and sponsors come together to showcase their savvy skills and advanced sailing technology. You'll have the amazing opportunity to have some hands on experience aboard one of the esteemed yachts as you take your two-hour cruise on an actual former America's Cup yacht. This isn't just a sight-seeing tour, it's the real deal, and on this interactive sailing adventure you'll get the ultimate racing experience!

Your getaway for two includes:
3 days/2 nights accommodations at Your Choice of Either the Hotel Viking or the Newport Harbor Island Resort
Room-related taxes
2-hour sailing experience aboard a former America's Cup yacht
Free concierge reservation service

Item Special Note

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel package is non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. Blackout dates: May 28-30, Sep 3-5, 17-19. Hotel may be substituted with equal or similar accommodations. Sail runs on specific days of the week and at specific times. Sail operates May through the second week of October. A minimum 45 day advance reservation is required. Please email us at auction@stmaryhs.org to find out deadline to travel.