What people are saying about our event:

“We are excited to be part of this event. Sweden has a lot to offer visitors and ecotourism goes hand in hand with Sweden’s efforts in the environmental field.” —Jonas Hafstrom, Swedish Ambassador

“Purchasing a TIES sponsored trip at the gala is a phenomenal way to support a worthy cause and simultaneously have a great time.” —Craig Sholley, Senior Director, African Wildlife Foundation

“It is a very cool event [that has] both a live auction and a silent auction for loads of cool trips – everything from staying with hill tribes in Thailand to safaris in Africa to cruises to the Antarctic. Even if you don’t bid on a trip, it is still a great event to go to learn about options for visiting some out of the way destinations, like the Kyrgz Republic, Mongolia, Nicaragua.” —Andrew Fairley, TIES Board Member

Past winners’ stories about the life-changing trips they have won at TIES Ecotourism Gala & Auction:

“I am happy to report that our stay at the Amazonia Lodge was absolutely fantastic – not only were we able to see and experience the amazing wildlife, we also came away with a strong attachment to the people, both the guides and those we met in the many small villages we visited as well as an overall life-changing experience.” —Jennifer Feltner, winner of a package donated by Amazonia Expeditions Lodge, Peru

“Our two weeks in Sri Lanka became one of the most holistic and enriching vacations of our lives. Not only was the vacation intensely invigorating, it also gave us the opportunity to learn about a fabulous ancient and vibrant culture, and to explore magnificent architectural wonders at three of Sri Lanka’s World Heritage Sites.” —Lucy Atkin, winner of a trip to Ranweli Holiday Village, Sri Lanka

“Spice Village was absolutely one of the best travel experiences that we have ever had. We would love to go back again some day, maybe we will bid for it again this year!” —Andrew Taylor, winner of a 4 night stay, lodging and food included, at Spice Village, India

“Our ecotour with Alaska Wildland Adventures was true to its name, wild and adventuresome. The remote and charming Back Country Lodge and tented campsites on Lake Skilak, accessed only by boat (in our case by raft after rafting all day down the Kenai River), the hike up to the tundra to pick blueberries and bear watch, the kayak trip at sunset (10:30pm), delicious meals and enjoyable company were special highlights.” —Lonna and Richard Harkrader