Charter Flights Available for 2010 World Cup South Africa

/PRNewswire/ -- Requesting a quote for flying a large group of World Cup fans to the 2010 Football World Cup Finals in South Africa is just a click away at Global Aviation Holdings. Global, through its subsidiaries World Airways and North American Airlines, will arrange world-wide charter flights for fans, packagers, brokers, or any large group on a Boeing 757-200, Boeing 767-300ER, DC10-30, or MD-11 aircraft.

The 2010 FIFA World Cup is scheduled June 11 through July 11, 2010 in nine cities across South Africa, including Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Nelspruit, Polokwane, Bloemfontein, Rustenburg and Pretoria.

"Global is a worldwide leader in Customized Air Transport by chartering flights for sporting events, college and professional sports teams, U.S. government agencies and VIPs," said Jeff Sanborn, chief marketing officer. "We can offer any group of football fans safe, reliable worldwide air transportation with first-rate amenities to several of these destinations in South Africa."

For more information, visit the World Cup Charters page at www.glah.com.

Global Aviation Holdings Inc., based in Peachtree City, Ga., is the parent company of North American Airlines and World Airways. North American Airlines, founded in 1989, operates passenger charter flights using B757-200 and B767-300ER aircraft. World Airways, founded in 1948, operates cargo and passenger charter flights using DC10-30, MD-11 and B747-400 aircraft.

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Updated CDC Travel Health Book Released

/PRNewswire/ -- The 2010 edition of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Yellow Book includes new or expanded sections on medical tourism, traveling safely with chronic diseases and conditions, and expert perspectives on popular travel itineraries worldwide. The updated book, which is a definitive guide for healthy international travel, is now available online.

Nicknamed for its yellow cover, the health guide updated every two years is officially titled CDC Health Information for

International Travel. The resource provides travel health recommendations and other features that help international travelers prepare for trips and stay healthy while abroad.

"The profile of the international traveler is changing. Increasingly, we're seeing older Americans traveling with chronic medical conditions. The new Yellow Book provides tips to help these travelers, and all international travelers, be healthy," said Dr. Gary Brunette, chief of CDC's Travelers' Health Branch and managing editor of the 2010 Yellow Book.

The Yellow Book includes for the first time a section on medical tourism, the growing practice of traveling internationally for medical procedures and leisure activities in one trip. In 2006, more than half a million Americans traveled abroad for health care, according to one survey.

"More people are traveling abroad for medical reasons, often to undergo medical procedures at cheaper rates than they might get in the United States. Medical standards can vary by country, and traveling soon after a medical procedure can carry its own set of health risks. We're providing new recommendations to help people who choose medical tourism to do it as safely as possible," Brunette said.

A new section highlights select international destinations that are popular but may be unfamiliar to doctors advising travelers. CDC asked travel health experts with particular knowledge of these areas to write the new sections to give readers a sense of what it's really like to be there and what health risks exist at each location. The nine highlighted itineraries include Cuzco-Machu Pichu in Peru, Angkor Wat in Cambodia, Iguassu Falls in South America, safaris in eastern and southern Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, and trips to India, China, Costa Rica and Nepal.

The 2010 edition also includes these new features:
-- In-depth information about 20 additional diseases that travelers might
not be familiar with, such as anthrax and scabies
-- A discussion on mental health and travel
-- A section about drug-drug and drug-vaccine interactions, which is
especially important since travelers may be recommended to take a
number of vaccines and medications before and during travel
-- A section about common respiratory infections in travelers
-- More in-depth information about common post-travel illnesses, such as
persistent travelers' diarrhea and fever, their causes, and when to
seek treatment


Popular past features have been updated in the 2010 edition. These topics include jet lag, cruise ship travel, traveling with disabilities, traveling with infants and children, international adoptions, and immigrants returning to visit their native countries.

The Yellow Book is published in hard copy by Elsevier Inc., and is available at bookstores, through Internet book sellers, or by contacting Elsevier at 1-800-545-2522 or www.us.elsevierhealth.com. The Yellow book content also is available at CDC's Traveler's Health Web site, www.cdc.gov/travel. The Web site allows travelers to look up information by travel destination and find information about basic travel health preparations as well as what to do if they get sick or injured while traveling. The site is updated as new travel health threats emerge and other new information becomes available.

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Delta Air Lines Launches Fall Sale

/PRNewswire/ -- Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL) announced today it has introduced leisure sale fares in most domestic and some international markets. The reductions offer significant savings on 21-day advance-purchase domestic fares to many popular destinations.

A few sample domestic sale fares, effective immediately, include:

Each-way fare* (based on
From To round-trip purchase)
Atlanta Orlando $59
Atlanta Portland $194
Cincinnati Ft. Lauderdale $119
Memphis San Diego $164
New York-Kennedy Ft. Lauderdale $79
Salt Lake City San Francisco $89
Salt Lake City Tampa $99


*Additional taxes/fees/restrictions/baggage charges may apply. See below for details.

Sample international sale fares, effective immediately, include:

Each-way fare* (based on
From To round-trip purchase)
Atlanta Nassau, Bahamas $159
Atlanta Santiago, Chile $429
Detroit Frankfurt, Germany $269
Los Angeles Sydney, Australia $329
Los Angeles Tokyo, Japan $399
New York-Kennedy London-Heathrow, United Kingdom $189
Pittsburgh Paris-Charles de Gaulle, France $289
Portland Tokyo, Japan $429


*Additional taxes/fees/restrictions/baggage charges may apply. See below for details.

Availability is limited and tickets must be purchased by Aug. 3, 2009 for international destinations and Aug. 14, 2009 for domestic itineraries at delta.com, or via Delta reservations or ticket counter at a slightly higher fare.

Delta Air Lines is the world's No. 1 airline. From its hubs in Atlanta, Cincinnati, Detroit, Memphis, Minneapolis-St. Paul, New York-JFK, Salt Lake City, Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Amsterdam and Tokyo-Narita, Delta, its Northwest subsidiary and Delta Connection carriers offer service to 382 destinations in 69 countries and serves more than 170 million passengers each year. Delta's marketing alliances allow customers to earn and redeem either SkyMiles or WorldPerks on more than 16,000 daily flights offered by SkyTeam and other partners. Delta's more than 70,000 employees worldwide are reshaping the aviation industry as the only U.S. airline to offer a full global network. Customers can check in for flights, print boarding passes, check bags and flight status at delta.com.

A portion of travel for some itineraries may be on Delta Air Lines, Delta's wholly owned subsidiary Northwest Airlines; SkyTeam partners: Air France/KLM and Alitalia; or Delta codeshare partners: Brit Air and City Jet, Alaska Airlines, American Eagle and Horizon Air Industries; and/or Delta Connection carriers: Atlantic Southeast Airlines, Chautauqua, Comair, Compass Airlines, Freedom Airlines, Mesaba, Pinnacle Airlines, Shuttle America, and SkyWest.

*Terms and Conditions: Fares shown available at delta.com. Tickets cost $20 more if purchased from Delta/Northwest over the phone, $35 more at a Delta/Northwest ticket counter or ticket office, and these amounts are nonrefundable. Tickets are non-transferable. Seats are limited. Tickets: For International travel, tickets must be purchased no later than August 3, 2009. For Domestic travel, tickets must be purchased at least 21 days prior to departure but no later than August 14, 2009. Travel Period: For International travel, travel may begin August 18, 2009 through November 30, 2009, and for travel to Europe all travel must be completed by December 18, 2009. For Domestic travel, travel may begin on or after August 18, 2009. Travel must be completed by November 19, 2009. Blackout Dates: To/from Nassau and Santiago: September 3-8, 2009 and November 19-29, 2009. From Los Angeles to Sydney: September 30-October 19, 2009. From Sydney: September 30-October 4, 2009. To Portland: August 18-25, 2009; August 30-September 3, 2009 and September 16-20, 2009. From San Francisco: August 22-29, 2009 and September 21-28, 2009. To San Francisco: August 18-25, 2009. From Los Angeles to Tokyo: September 19-26, 2009. From Tokyo to Los Angeles: August 18-24, 2009. Fare Validity: Fares are valid in the Economy (Coach) cabin on Delta/Northwest/Delta Connection carrier, certain SkyTeam partners, and certain codeshare partner flights only. Fares shown to Europe are valid Sunday through Thursday (For Great Britain Sunday through Wednesday), while higher fares apply for travel Friday through Saturday (For Great Britain Thursday through Saturday). Fares shown to Asia and Australia are valid Monday through Thursday, while higher fares apply for travel Friday through Sunday. Fares shown within the U.S. are valid for travel on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Higher fares are available on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Minimum Stay: Saturday night. Maximum Stay: 30 days. Cancellations/Refunds/Changes: Tickets are nonrefundable except in accordance with Delta's cancellation policy. Fees may apply for downgrades/reissues and itinerary changes. Contact a Delta/Northwest agent or visit delta.com for details. Taxes/Fees: Federal Excise tax of $3.60, Passenger Facility Charge(s) of up to $4.50, and the September 11th Security Fee of up to $2.50 for each flight segment are not included. For travel to/from Hawaii/Alaska, U.S. International Air Transportation Tax of up to $16.00 is not included. International fares, including fares for travel to/from PR/U.S. Virgin Islands, do not include U.S. International Air Transportation Tax of up to $32.20 and U.S. and foreign user, inspection, security or other similarly based charges, fees or taxes of up to $299, depending on itinerary. Baggage Charges: For travel within the United States, $15 fee for one (1) checked bag and $25 fee for second checked bag when bags are prepaid during online check-in at delta.com. There is a $5 surcharge, for each of the first two bags, when checking in via ticket counter, kiosk, or curbside. For all other travel, no fee for 2 checked bags ($50 for second checked bag for travel to/from Europe) and $200 fee for third checked bag. Allowances subject to size/weight limits. Contact a Delta/Northwest agent or visit Delta.com for details. Miscellaneous: Fares, taxes, fees, rules, and offers are subject to change without notice. Other restrictions may apply.

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Take a short day trip to Montaluce Winery, Dahlonega, Georgia

August Events At Montaluce

Complimentary Guided Winery Tours
Join us every Tues- Fri at 2:00pm and Sat. and Sun. at 12:00, 2:00 and 4:00pm
Le Vigne Restaurant is now open Thursday through Sunday evenings for Dinner and every day except Monday for lunch!

New Wine Tasting Hours
Come and Taste Montaluce’s wines as well as wines from around the world. The wine tasting room at Montaluce is now open Monday through Wednesday: 11am to 5pm; Thursday through Saturday 11am to 6pm; and Sundays from 12pm to 6pm.

Saturdays in August, WINE U at 4:00 PM ~ Mediterranean Panorama
The wines of the Mediterranean countries are diverse and make for perfect summertime enjoyment. Join one of our staff sommeliers for a guided and informative exploration of wines from Spain, Italy, France, & Greece. The cost is $25 pp. Rsvp required.

Sundays in August, 5:00 to 9 PM ~ SUNDAY SUPPER
Join us for Sunday Supper in Le Vigne overlooking the vineyards. Three courses, $26 per person.

Wine into Water Fun!
Join Montaluce’s Winery manager, Oliver Asberger, for a day of food, wine, and river rafting on the Chestatee River. We’ll begin at 1:30 at the winery with a winery tour and wine tasting then head out for a day on the Chestatee River with

Huck Finn River Tours.
To finish off this amazing day, we’ll return to Montaluce to enjoy Sunday Supper and more wine! Limited to 10 so RSVP soon. $125 per person. Trips are planned August 9th and August 30th.

Banfi Wine Dinner
Join us August 1st for a multi-coursed wine dinner at Montaluce. Executive Chef Steven Hartman and the winery team will be preparing a perfectly paired Banfi Winery wine and culinary experience you won’t want to miss.
$85 per person. Please RSVP to 706-867-4060

Upcoming Dates for Dinner and a Movie
Join us August 21st and 28th for Dinner and a Movie at Montaluce! Enjoy dinner at Le Vigne and stay after to enjoy the great classic.
A perfect date night! There is no charge for the movie on the covered veranda.
Refreshments are available during the movie! The Movie will begin at approximately 9pm.

Labor Day Celebration and Red Wine Release
Join us September 5th and 6th as we celebrate Labor Day and the release of our Inaugural Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Live music, hay rides, excellent food and wine, and more will make this an event to remember!

For more information, call 706-867-4060 or www.montaluce.com
Open 7 days a week!
Mon-Wed- 11am to 5pm
Thurs -Sat. 11am to 6pm
Sun. 12 pm to 6pm

Montaluce Winery & Estates
501 Hightower Church Road
Dahlonega, GA 30533

Scenic Route Through Dahlonega

Take Route 400 N toward Dahlonega.
Turn left on Route 19/60 N and travel for 5.5 miles.
Go 1/4 around Dahlonega town square and bear right onto E. Main/52 Business.
Turn left on Route 19/60 Business/Grove St. (first stop light).
Travel for 1.3 miles, then turn left on Oak Grove Rd.
Travel for 3.8 miles to stop sign.
Turn right on Hightower Church Rd.
Montaluce is .5 miles on left.

Direct Route from Atlanta

Take Route 400 N toward Dahlonega. for 48 miles
Turn left on 19/60 Toward Dahlonega for 5.6 miles
Turn left onto HWY 52/9
Toward Ellijay/Amicalola Falls for 3.8 miles.
Turnright at Siloam Church Rd for 2.8 miles
Go straight at four way stop.
Montaluce is 1/4 mile on left. From Atlanta (Direct Route)
Travel 400 north to end of 4 lanes
Turn left onto Ga 19/60 toward Dahlonega
Turn left at redlight onto GA 52/9 toward Ellijay.
Travel 3.8 miles and turn right onto Siloam Church Road.
Travel on Siloam Church Road to stop sign.
Continue straight (Road name changes to Hightower Church Road)
Montalvina .5 miles on left-->

From Blairsville/Murphy
Follow 19/129 S toward Vogel State Park
Continue from Vogel State Park for 10.3 miles
Turn right on 19/9 S (Turner's Corner) for 5.1 miles
Turn left on Route 19/9/60 for 4.6 miles
Turn right on Historic Route 19/60 for 2.4 miles
Turn right on Oak Grove Rd for 3.8 miles
Turn right on Hightower Church Rd for .5 miles
See Montaluce sign on left
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Celebrate Labor Day With a Road Trip to the Coast

Nothing says summer more than a road trip! And there's no better way to send summer packing than with a road trip to the coast for Labor Day. If you travel the Big Bend Scenic Byway on your journey, getting here is going to be half the fun!

There are two sections of the Big Bend Scenic Byway that wind through Franklin County - the Coastal Trail (U.S. Highway 98 along the coast) and the Forest Trail (State Road 65). Along each of these scenic highways, you will encounter dozens of parks, wildlife areas, museums and recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about Franklin County's parks, museums and wildlife areas along the scenic byway.

Click Here to Learn About Labor Day and Late Summer Hotel and Vacation Rental Accommodation Specials

Lighthouse Day Shines Light on Two Historic Landmarks

Franklin County's two historic lighthouses will shine just a bit brighter this month as America pays tribute to these beacons of light during National Lighthouse Day August 7.

National Lighthouse day is celebrated across the US to commemorate a beacon of light that symbolizes safety and security for boats at sea.

Franklin County boasts two restored lighthouses. The first is located on St. George Island. The second, the Crooked River Lighthouse, is located at Carrabelle Beach. Each tells a tale of coastal living in Franklin County more than 100 years ago and each is a site worth visiting.

St. George Island. Today, the lighthouse of St. George Island is a welcome landmark to arriving visitors. In the 1800s, it stood in a different location near the east end of Cape St. George. To learn more about the St. George Island Lighthouse and Museum, visit www.seestgeorgeisland.com

Carrabelle Beach. The Crooked River Lighthouse overlooks St. George Sound where it has stood for more than 100 years. The Crooked River Lighthouse was constructed in 1895 to replace the lighthouse on Dog Island that was destroyed by hurricane in 1873. To learn more about the Crooked River Lighthouse, please visit www.crookedriverlighthouse.org

Franklin County Hosts Nationally Acclaimed Environmental Film Festival

Franklin County will host the nationally acclaimed Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival On Tour August 29 - September 5 in Carrabelle, Apalachicola, St. George Island, St. Teresa and neighboring Wewahitchka. Organized by the Apalachicola Riverkeeper Group, the week-long film festival will feature award-winning films and a children's program designed to raise awareness about environmental issues nationwide.

The films will be shown in the historic Dixie Theatre in Apalachicola, the Carrabelle City Auditorium, FSU's Coastal and Marine Laboratory in St. Teresa, the Volunteer Fire Department on St. George Island and the Tupelo Theater in Wewahitchka. more

Fall Fishing Getting Close

This fall features an Inshore Saltwater Fishing Tournament, Carrabelle's Annual Kingfish Shootout and the first Kayak Fishing Tournament on St. George Island. For more information on each tournament, visit the Apalachicola Bay Chamber, Carrabelle Chamber and the St. George Island Visitor Center. For area fishing information, visit www.anaturalescape.com

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New Ultimate Family Getaway Package at Callaway Gardens: Free Food, Free Recreation and Free Attraction Admission

Now through September Callaway Gardens offers Guests Affordable Getaway

The Ultimate Family Getaway package at Callaway Gardens® provides families the ideal getaway with food for an unbelievably affordable price. For only $149/night*, this special vacation package includes accommodations and a host of complimentary activities the whole family can enjoy. The Callaway Gardens Ultimate Family Getaway Package will be available now through September 30, 2009.

At Callaway Gardens, families can enjoy an active getaway filled with unique and multi-generational recreational activities and the chance to create lifelong memories. Guests can enjoy lounging by the pool or a day of fishing on Mountain Creek Lake. Callaway Gardens also offers guests a host of entertainment options unique to the destination such as acres of breathtaking Gardens, the Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center – a four and one-half acre conservatory filled with more than 1,000 tropical butterflies – and a daily free-flight raptor show. And, with Ultimate Family Getaway Package families can enjoy their time at Callaway Gardens at an affordable price that includes meals.

The Ultimate Family Getaway Package includes:
· Breakfast and dinner for two adults and two children at the Plant Room Restaurant
· Free round of golf on the Lake View Golf Course per night of stay
· Free admission to the Gardens’ many attractions including the Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center, the free-flight Birds of Prey show and John A. Sibley Horticultural Center
· Two hours of free bicycle rental
· Two hours of free jon boat rental
· One free hour of tennis court time
· Free and unlimited access to Callaway Fitness Center at the Mountain Creek Inn
· Choice of accommodations in the Mountain Creek Inn, one- or two-bedroom Cottages or one-, two-, three- or four-bedroom Villas. Prices start at $149*/night at the Mountain Creek Inn. Rooms are based on double occupancy

“Guests are loving the Summer Stimulus Package that offers free golf, tennis, bikes and boats for only $99 per night. But we wanted to better the offer and include food,” said Edward Callaway, chairman and chief executive officer of the Ida Cason Callaway Foundation™. “We know families are looking for a place with wholesome activities and entertainment that they can enjoy together. Callaway Gardens was created to be a place where all can relax and reconnect with each other in nature. We hope this great value package helps families do just that.”

Guests can take advantage of the Callaway Gardens Ultimate Family Getaway Package from now through September 30, 2009. For additional information about the Ultimate Family Getaway Package, please go to http://www.callawaygardens.com or call 1.800.CALLAWAY (225.5292) to make your family’s getaway reservation!

* Some restrictions apply, cottage and villa rates are available, taxes and gratuities are not included. Proper attired required for golf and tennis.
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Graceland Announces Plans for Elvis Week 2009

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Every year since Elvis Presley’s death in 1977, tens of thousands of people from around the world have gathered at his home, Graceland, in Memphis to celebrate his life in a series of events known as ELVIS WEEK. Graceland and Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. (EPE) announced today that in addition to the annual events such as the Candlelight Vigil, tickets are also on sale for new Elvis Week events August 8-16 in Memphis. The nine-day celebration includes a wide variety of festivities that will showcase the impact Elvis Presley’s life and career continues to have on music enthusiasts and popular culture.

In addition to the annual Candlelight Vigil on August 15 and the traditional Elvis Week festivities, several new events have been added to this year’s calendar. The 2009 Elvis Week MySpace Karaoke Contest has introduced Elvis Week to new fans through the popular social networking site.

The winner of their contest will join contestants from around the world for the 2009 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, to compete for the title of 2009 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist and a $20,000 cash prize. The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semifinal Round will take place on August 12 at 7 p.m. at The Cannon Center. The winner will move on to the final round on August 13 at 7 p.m. at The Cannon Center.

During the finals, the top 10 Elvis tribute artists will showcase their talents as they compete for the title of Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist of 2009. Both two-day and single-day tickets are available.

One of the highlights of the week will be the 2007 Ultimate Tribute Artist Contest winner Shawn Klush, who will perform in his own concert featuring Elvis’ original back up singers, The Sweet Inspirations, on August 11 at The Cannon Center.

In addition, the Elvis 1969 – A Celebration Concert, which is scheduled for The Cannon Center in Memphis on August 14 and is a near sell-out, will mark the 40th Anniversary of Elvis’ triumphant return to the stage in Las Vegas.

Two sessions of “Conversations on Elvis” will be held on August 15. Fans will hear from Elvis’ friends and associates as they share stories and memories of their time with the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll in sessions hosted by Tom Brown of Turner Classic Movies. Session one will feature The Memphis Boys, who will be on stage to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of their historic recording session with Elvis at American Studio in Memphis which resulted in “Suspicious Minds,” “In the Ghetto” and “Kentucky Rain” and others. To commemorate the anniversary of these recordings, Sony Music will release a deluxe version of From Elvis in Memphis, including the 32 masters recorded at these sessions. Session two will feature guests who were at Elvis’ opening engagement in Las Vegas in 1969 and those who performed with Elvis during his record breaking engagements in Las Vegas. Scheduled to appear include Joe Moscheo of Elvis’ Imperials, James Burton of the TCB Band, singer Millie Kirkham and journalist Gloria Greer. Joining these cast members will be author Ken Sharp, who will be sharing details of his new book, Elvis: Vegas ’69.

A Gospel Breakfast will take place on the morning of August 9 in the Elvis Presley Car Museum. In the same location and always a favorite, Club Elvis will be held on both August 8 and August 10 from 8:00 p.m. to midnight.

New this year for Elvis Week 2009, the Shake, Rattle and Bowl Party - The Official Elvis Insiders Elvis Week 2009 Event will be August 14, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Strike Zone in Southaven, Mississippi.

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A Summer to Remember: Denny’s to Give Away over 40 Trips to the Bahamas in Its Grand Slam Bahamas Vacation Getaway Beginning July 14

(BUSINESS WIRE)--42 lucky customers who eat at Denny’s (NASDAQ:DENN) this summer will leave not only with a great meal but with a trip for two to the Bahamas for a five night/six day stay at the Wyndham Nassau Resort & Crystal Palace Casino. It’s all part of Denny’s fun summer Grand Slam Bahamas Vacation Getaway promotion at participating Denny’s beginning July 14. Customers will know they have won after receiving a scratch-off card from their server and then entering the card’s unique code on the microsite, www.GrandSlamBahamas.com. Along with the customers who walk away with the opportunity to win free trips, Denny’s, in a show of its familiar generosity and complete appreciation of its employees, will also give away free trips to eight hard-working servers at the end of the promotion.

“The Denny’s Grand Slam Bahamas Vacation Getaway is our way of showing our continued appreciation for our customers and employees,” says Mark Chmiel, Chief Marketing Officer of Denny’s. “This is a fun way for our customers to not only enjoy their meal but know they may get a little extra after leaving the restaurant, because even if they don’t win a Bahamas travel package, they will win a free food or beverage item on their next trip to Denny’s.”

The Denny’s Grand Slam Promotion will work this way: Servers inform guests if they buy an entrée and add on a signature beverage, pancake puppies, soup, salad, or dessert on to their order, they will receive a scratch-off game card. The scratch-off game card is composed of two parts: Scratch-off instant win food and beverage prizes that are good on the customer’s next visit and an Online Game Grand Prize scratch-off revealing a unique code for a chance to win a trip for two to the Bahamas (includes hotel, airfare, $100 in Free Play Casino Cash and two rounds of golf). There are 42 Grand Prize trips for two to the Bahamas. Guests will enter their code at www.GranSlamBahamas.com to tell them if they’ve won.

For each Denny’s restaurant the eight servers who sell the most qualifying items at the end of the promotion will be eligible to win a trip for two to the Bahamas. Additionally, eight I-Pod Shuffles, 20 $50 Wal-Mart Gift Cards and 40 Coca-Cola Branded Prizes will be given away.

“The Denny’s Grand Slam Bahamas Vacation Getaway is a win-win for us, our customers and our employees,” adds Chmiel. “We are committed to making sure Denny’s visitors have an enriching experience and our employees know that they are valued. This event is the perfect opportunity to accomplish both goals.”

The Denny’s Grand Slam Bahamas Vacation Getaway will begin on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 and will end on Monday, August 31, 2009. All free food and beverage prizes must be redeemed by September 30, 2009, and the online game must be played by 11:59 p.m. on September 30, 2009.

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Families Receive 'Vacation Stimulus' Package in Exchange for Travel Memories

/PRNewswire/ -- Jekyll Island's summer promotion offers families a simple way to save vacation funds and ensure family fun simply by sharing their memorable vacation moments.

Through July 15, Jekyll is running an exciting social networking promotion entitled "Are We There Yet? Memories Won't Wait for an Economic Recovery." The program rewards guests with two Jekyll Island Escape! passes to the Island's premier amenities in exchange for their vacation stories or ideas. Each Escape! Pass is valid for one entry to all of the following Jekyll Island activities: 18 holes of golf, Jekyll Island bike rental, mini-golf, tennis, Summer Waves Water Park and the Georgia Sea Turtle Center ($200.00 value). The offer is open to anyone who reserves a trip to Jekyll Island between now and July 15, and can be reserved by visiting Jekyllisland.com and linking to the "Are We There Yet" promotion. Vacation guests submit their trip recollections via email, Facebook or as a guest blogger on blog.jekyllisland.com at any time throughout their stay.

"With more than 1400 fans on our Facebook Page, we've found that social networking is really popular among our guests who have been coming here for years and even people who have recently discovered all that we have to offer," said Eric Garvey, Senior Director, Marketing, Jekyll Island Authority. "Visitors often write us, or post blogs sharing about their experience, so this promotion is just our way of saying 'thank you.'"

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