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Weekly UpdatesJun 21, 2009
Bayside Inn
Located in Digby, Nova Scotia, the Bayside Inn is a picturesque, eleven-room inn overlooking the beautiful Annapolis Basin. Family-owned and operated since 1956, the Bayside Inn is DigbyOs only remaining inn in continuous operation since the late 1800s. Remaining in the family for over fifty years, Bob and Theresa Marshall are the owners and operators of the Bayside Inn. As the Inn has historical and sentimental value, the Marshalls take extra care to preserve the original character and uniqueness when making all improvements and repairs and in their service to their guests. Jun 17, 2009
Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn in the Walt Disney World Resort maximizes its status as the only Holiday Inn on Disney property, offering a host of enviable privileges, such as complimentary transportation running every 30 minutes to all the Walt Disney World Theme Parks, guaranteed access and preferred tee times at Walt Disney World golf courses, advance reservations at Walt Disney World restaurants, access to legendary Disney character breakfasts, an on-site Disney retail store and free delivery service of Disney-attraction purchases to the hotel. Other features of the hotel include a fitness center, jogging and exercise path, new zero-entry heated swimming and connected lap pool, an outdoor hot tub and sun deck, and a game room situated between the main lobby and outdoor pool. www.holidayinn.com. Jun 20, 2009
hotels.com
A hotels.com survey of U.S. travelers and what theyOre planning to do this summer finds that nearly two-thirds (63 percent) will be staying at a hotel or other kind of rental property, like a condo or resort. Despite tough economic times, only 33 percent plan to stay with friends and family. Fifty-two percent of those polled note they're looking for added perks and benefits more often than they did 12 months ago. Breakfast is a favorite complimentary offering with 87 percent surveyed taking advantage of this added perk when they travel. Sixty percent of those polled think it will be more expensive to travel this summer than last, while 18 percent feel it will be less expensive. Twenty-two percent feel costs will be about the same. More than 900 properties are available in the hotels.com Fourth of July Sale, which offers free nights plus a prepaid MasterCard of up to USD 75. Guests must book by July 4 for stays through July 8. For full promotion details and deals, visit www.hotels.com/4thofjuly. Jun 19, 2009
Hotwire.com
Hotwire.com announced the results of the June 2009 Hotwire Hotel Rate Report. This monthly report features the top 10 cities in North America where hotel rates have dropped the most. For the second consecutive month, Vancouver and New York top the list with the largest reductions in hotel prices, with Los Angeles breaking into the top 10 for the first time. Vancouver, the host city for the 2010 Winter Olympics continues to be the top destination for great hotel bargains, as hotel prices have dropped 38 percent when compared to last year in June. Travelers looking to see New York's plethora of landmarks also have a chance to score some deals, as New York came in second once again with a 32 percent drop in hotel prices. The report also shows some big reductions for popular, sun-soaked getaways like San Diego, Tampa, Oahu and Orlando. When compared to the same time last year, the top give hotel price reductions for June 2009 include: Vancouver, BC, 38 percent; New York City, 32 percent; San Diego, Calif., 29 percent; Tampa, Fla., 26 percent; and Montreal, Quebec, 23 percent. www.hotwire.com/hotelratereport. Jun 16, 2009
SNAD
SNAD stands for Osignificantly not as describedO and refers to a seemingly widely held perception that, all too often, travelers arrive at a home or condo they rented for their vacation to find it is, well, significantly not as it was advertised to them. But despite the consumer travel media coverage of those negative experiences with vacation rentals, PhoCusWright research clearly indicates that such occurrences are outliers. In fact, vacation rental guests are extremely satisfied. According to PhoCusWrightOs OVacation Rental Marketplace: Poised for Change,O a landmark study of the industry, nine in 10 vacation rental guests intend to rent again within three years and would recommend to a family member or friend. Jun 20, 2009
Zotry Wellness & Spa Resorts
Zotry Wellness & Spa Resorts, Secrets Resorts & Spas and Dreams Resorts & Spas have announced an online marketing campaign to connect directly with travelers and travel agents. To launch the campaign, a series of contests will be offered for online users on some of the most popular social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, blogs and forums. The luxury resort brands will also offer unique content on these social media sites to further consumer awareness for the brands. OSocial media affords us a direct avenue to connect with our loyal guests and travel agents,O said Jan LaPointe, director of marketing and distribution for AMResorts. OThese tools allow us to communicate as much as to listen. We want the travel community to know we hear them and look forward to continue expanding on the Zotry, Secrets and Dreams vacation experience as they desire. ThatOs the power of social media.O Jun 20, 2009
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