Tour Pixar Animation Studios
We all know and love Pixar's work from Finding Nemo, Toy Story, The Incredibles and Monsters, Inc. Now you and your friends can tour Pixar Animation Studios and find out how these box office sensations went from story ideas to the big screen. Known for world-class creative talent, Pixar's success is also due to innovative technology. Pixar created the first feature-length computer animated film in 1995 and has been racking up the accolades ever since. This behind-the-scenes tour will include an exhibit of the original visual development artwork from Pixar's upcoming Spring 2006 release-Cars. (Please note that the tour is for a total of eight people and lunch will be provided.)

Feel the Sand Beneath Your Toes
Feel the sand beneath your toes at a weeklong retreat in Stinson Beach. Your vacation includes a six-night stay at the four-bedroom two-bath Seadrift oceanfront home of Midge and Peter Zischke. Wake up to the soothing sounds of the ocean, and spend your days hiking at Point Reyes or bird-watching at Audubon Canyon Ranch. And, of course, start your evenings with a beautiful sunset. (Dates to be mutually agreed upon).

A River Runs Through It
Spend a week fishing, skiing, or simply relaxing at a mountain paradise in Idaho. Tucked away along the banks of the famed Wood River-and only 20 minutes from Sun Valley-sit the luxurious custom home of Jean and Don Brandenburger. Providing the perfect retreat for your family vacation, the main house features three bedrooms, three baths, a fireplace, indoor/outdoor hot tub, and an expansive deck. The charming little brother guesthouse offers two bedrooms, two baths, and yet another hot tub. (Does not include airfare. Not available most of July, August, and the Christmas holiday week.)

LHS Rental
Looking for a magnificent panoramic view for your next party? Here it is! Astound your guests with a private evening use of the Lawrence Hall of Science, including the exhibits and outdoor areas, for your party of up to 500 guests. Not available on weekends during the months of August and December or Labor Day weekend. (Minimum bid $2,500)

Bring Science to Your Favorite School
LHS will roll out a van and bring an exciting science program to the local school of your choice. Includes two sessions for grades K-8, maximum of 300 students per session. (Minimum bid $1,000)

By Land Or By Sea
Unwind with one week in Inverness in a lovely cottage situated on a private acre of land with breathtaking forest views. Located just a short drive from Tomales Bay and the Point Reyes National Seashore, you can spend the week getting back to nature or catching up on some rest and relaxation. This splendid home offers two bedrooms plus a den, two full baths, large living and dining area, a cozy fireplace, spacious deck, two patios, and a seven-person spa. And for the adventure types, we've included a four-hour kayak rental for two courtesy of Blue Waters Kayaking. (Not available over the Thanksgiving or Christmas holidays, dates to be mutually agreed upon.)

Taste the Good Life at Lost Canyon Winery
Lost Canyon Winery produces world-class Pinot Noir and Syrah. Among numerous recent accolades, Wines and Spirits selected Lost Canyon's Pinot Noir in their top ten of 2005. Get a glimpse into how the Winery's small production quantities allows the vintners to respond to the nuances of each grape and harvest at a tour and tasting of Lost Canyon Winery. Plus, you will receive a case of Lost Canyon Winery's palate pleasing wines. (Case includes 6 bottles of Pinot Noir and 6 bottles of Syrah. Tour date is to be mutually agreed upon.)

Napa Valley's Finest-Meadowood and Cakebread Cellars
Enjoy a one night stay and full spa treatment for two at Meadowood Napa Valley. Nestled into a beautiful, two hundred and fifty acre valley, Meadowood features croquet lawns, tennis courts, a nine-hole golf course, hiking trails, swimming, wine country cuisine, and of course, the full-service spa. When not unwinding at Meadowood head over to Cakebread Cellars for a private tour and tasting. And to top it all off this package includes four bottles of Cakebread Cellars finest and their wine country cookbook. (All dates to be mutually agreed upon.)

Soar the Skies
Soar the skies in a six-person plane piloted by Norm Pease-and you choose the destination for this fun and exciting day trip! Take in the seaside and quaint boutiques in Carmel; feel like a 49er in the Gold Country; or enjoy the shore at Half Moon Bay. Each destination offers a wealth of activities to pack into your day and the view from the plane is unbelievable.

All the World's a Stage
Enjoy the best performing art organizations Berkeley has to offer. Begin your enjoyment of the arts with dinner for four at Paul Hertelendy's beautiful Piedmont home followed by a night out at Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Plus, you will receive two tickets to California Shakespeare Theater and two tickets to Cal Performances.

Tease Your Palate With Premium Australian Wines
Australia is quickly surpassing France's reputation for superb wine, and you can discover why at a high-end Australian wine tasting courtesy of Petra Michel and Richard Newton. The imaginative use of varieties and blends, and Australia's varied landscape, colors the Australian wine market and makes for an excellent range of distinctive regional flavors. At an intimate gathering at their home, Richard and Petra will take you from Coonawarra in South Australia to Hunters Valley in New South Wales as you sip on premium Australian wines handpicked by your hosts. (Minimum bid of $200 per person or $3,000 for the entire party, maximum of twenty guests.)

Run Away to the Riviera
Located on the French Riviera, Nice's many delights include the blue-green sea, diverse shopping, splendid dining, lovely Art Deco facades, the Matisse Museum, the Cours Saleya Flower Market, and so much more. You'll stay in a newly modeled vacation home…location and house details to come.

Gardener's Delight
A private six-person tour will serve as your introduction to UC Berkeley's Botanic Gardens. Set high in the Berkeley Hills, the Garden's 34 acres houses over 12,000 different kinds of rare and endangered plants organized by regions ranging from native California to exotic South Africa. Box lunches are provided by Socca Oven owned by renowned chef Gregoire Jacquet and located in Berkeley's new Epicurious Garden. Plus, you will receive a UC Botanical Gardens family membership.