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We stage outstanding travel experiences that are auctioned at our fall culinary events to achieve our mission: ensuring Canadian youth have equitable access to music education, sport opportunities, and food security.
2026 IS THE YEAR WE ARE CELEBRATING BEING CANADIAN!
In 2026, we are excited to join Canadians from coast to coast in celebrating our incredible country. This year, our pride will take us to six unforgettable destinations – four international and two domestic: to our nation's capital for the Canadian Culinary Championship and to the beautiful 'Rock', St. John’s, Newfoundland! Canada is cherished globally, and it will be a true joy to experience this admiration as we explore South Africa, Sicily and Scotland together as well!
Each year, over 600 Canadians from coast to coast join us for singular adventures in 5-star locations throughout the planet. Our unparalleled access to live music performances, celebrity chefs, and world-class food and wine experiences, along with epic hiking, cycling, and other outdoor adventures, sets these trips apart.
Our 2026 trips
- South Africa – March 3–10 - sold out
- Sicily – May 2–9 - sold out
- Scotland – May 4–11
- Costa Brava and Girona – May 12-19 - sold out
- Newfoundland – May 24–29
If you have any questions about these trips, contact Lisa at lpasin@greatkitchenparty.com
Trip Details
South Africa & Cape Town: Profound, Splendid and Wildly Spectacular!
March 3-10, 2026 - SOLD OUT
No place on the planet rivals the beauty and depth that is South Africa. The jewel of the southern tip of the great continent of Africa is Cape Town, lorded over by iconic Table Mountain. And nearby lies Stellenbosch, one of the great wine towns of the Southern Hemisphere.
Stellenbosch is where you will stay for seven nights, at the super-luxurious Lanzerac Wine Estate and Resort. Situated between verdant slopes, it is one of the most grand, majestic, and historic wine hotels in the world, dating back to 1692 - this may be Kitchen Party’s greatest property ever!
The region is breathtakingly beautiful, lush, rugged and dynamic. There are countless wine estates, world-class restaurants, and many fabulous boutique shops. Hiking, mountain biking, sailing, shark cage diving, and a rich cultural heritage await! National Wine Advisor David Lawrason calls the exciting Cape wines the best value in the world.
For those looking for added adventure, the world-famous Cape Town Cycle Ride, the largest timed bike ride in the world, with close to 30,000 cyclists per year, is happening on March 8, 2026! One hundred and nine kilometers spanning five districts of Cape Town and two oceans - this is a true bucket list experience!
Optional Add-On: Ultimate three-night Big 5 Safari - Luxury in the Heart of the Bushveld!
Immediately following our South African adventure, beginning on March 10, an optional four-day-three-night, add-on expedition will be offered:
Embark on an exclusive 4-day, 3-night safari in a private game reserve bordering Kruger National Park, where the untamed wilderness meets five-star comfort. This seamless experience includes luxury accommodations, all meals, and thrilling Big 5 encounters. Twice-daily game drives with expert rangers take you deep into the African bush, where lions prowl, leopards stalk, and elephants roam freely. Feel the thrill of tracking wildlife up close and sip on a sundowner as the sun sets over the African horizon. Between game drives, relax in your luxurious safari lodge, savor gourmet meals, unwind by the pool, or indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment—all while surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and the sounds of the wild. This portion of the trip is presented by Wild Elegance in collaboration with Jon Lerner of Tailored Tours. Limited to the first 20 couples.
Featured musicians: Jim Cuddy (Blue Rodeo and the Jim Cuddy Band), Barney Bentall (Barney Bentall and the Legendary Hearts and The Cariboo Express), Anne Lindsay (Jim Cuddy Band), Devin Cuddy (The Devin Cuddy Band), Sam Polley (Sam Polley and the Old Tomorrows) *More to be announced*
Scotland: Glory, Grandeur and Grit
The Great Celebration of The Ancient Scottish Kings and Queens
May 4-11, 2026 Video of Trip
Celebrate Scotland, a wonderful land of bold rugged beauty, magical castles, and royalty.
The ancient home of the Scottish Kings and Queens of yore is Dunkeld, a fabulous Perthshire village revered throughout ‘The North’ for its charm, beauty, and sense of grand history. You will stay for seven magical nights at Scotland’s Luxury Country Estate, Dunkeld House Hotel. This magnificent 280-acre estate alongside the grand River Tay, offers wild salmon fishing, clay shooting, hiking and trekking, archery, and off-road cycling and is home to Scotland’s only designated 4x4 Land Rover Experience. The culinary scene of the area, whether it be gastropubs owned by Michelin-starred chefs, historic road-house inns serving fabulous local fare, or world-class restaurants offering the best of Scottish cuisine, you will never want for sustenance. Add to that the famed whisky distilleries and epic pubs, and you have so much to explore. Scotland has it all!
This luxury property has undergone superb changes in the last year and has captured the grandeur and essence that makes it one of the most prized areas in all of Scotland. Dunkeld, the ancient home of Scottish royalty, awaits your arrival!
Featuring Steven Page (founding member and former lead singer, guitarist and primary songwriter of the Barenaked Ladies), Geoffrey Kelly (Spirit of the West frontman and founder), Craig Northey (The Odds and Steven Page Trio), Chris Murphy (lead singer /songwriter of Sloan), Moe Berg (lead singer/songwriter of ‘Pursuit of Happiness) and cellist Kevin Fox (Steven Page Trio).
Celebrate Canada on the Magical Eastern Coast of St. John's Newfoundland with Special Guest Alan Doyle!
May 24-29, 2026 Video of Trip
Can you truly call yourself Canadian if you have never been to Newfoundland? Time to celebrate Canada - KP Newfoundland style!
Come with us and venture to the most easterly point in North America. National Geographic Magazine calls Newfoundland one of the top ten oceanside destinations with arguably the most hospitable people on the planet!
With over 29,000 km of coastline, Newfoundland is home to the world’s largest population of humpback whales which arrive in June, along with 35 million seabirds. George Street, in St John’s, boasts the most clubs and bars per capita in North America with 30 on this single cobblestone street, where the sun rises before anywhere else in Canada and where 26 delightful English dialects are spoken, Newfoundland, a province steeped in history, promises to tickle your taste buds with some of the most uncomplicated yet sophisticated cuisine and get your toes tapping with some of the best Celtic music on the planet!
The trip will include hiking the historical landmarks of Signal Hill and Cape Spear, picnic at Ferryland Lighthouse, named as the top 100 things to do before you die, and enjoying pints and music in the quaint villages of Quidi Viddy and Petty Harbour!
Your home base will be the 4.5-star boutique downtown JAG Hotel which overlooks St. John's Harbour and is only a 7-minute walk from vibrant George Street and North America’s oldest street – Water Street!
Featuring: Alan Doyle, a Canadian music legend with the Alan Doyle Band, actor, producer, best-selling author, and former lead singer of Newfoundland’s beloved Great Big Sea. Alan will entertain you with an afternoon of sharing stories from his books and a kick-up-your-heels concert with Alan Doyle, Cory Tetford, and Kendel Carson to finish off your stay!
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Join us for a music-filled celebration on the magical east-coast of Canada and see what all the fuss is about!