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Have A Grand Thanksgiving with the Grand Hotel Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa on Alabama’s Gulf Coast

Point Clear Alabama Resort

Point Clear, AL (PRWEB) November 22, 2009

The Grand Hotel Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa invites guests to spend Thanksgiving by the bay and relax in the hotel’s cozy elegance. Endless family activities and a Thanksgiving buffet that never disappoints provide many memory-making opportunities. Holiday activities start on Wednesday, Nov. 25, and continue throughout the weekend. Various crafts and games led by the resort staff will occupy younger guests while others may prefer a luxurious carriage ride or a stroll through the hotel grounds.

On Thanksgiving Day, Tom the Turkey and Pocahontas will be roaming the Fairhope, Alabama, hotel and taking pictures with guests. At 4:30, the two characters will lead story time in the Lagoon Room where kids can make homemade butter to spread over warm cornbread. From 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., carriages will be waiting for guests desiring to take a relaxing ride among the grounds of The Grand. Guests are also invited to celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving with a 7:00 p.m. showing of A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving. Guests who’ve made Gulf Coast hotel accommodations at The Grand will not want to miss the traditional Thanksgiving lunch and dinner buffets proven to fulfill any appetite. Tables fill quickly. Call 251-928-8201 to make a reservation.

For The Grand Hotel, Thanksgiving Day is the kick off of the holiday season. Guests can expect crafts and activities throughout the weekend, including the 4th Annual Grand Turkey Hunt, gingerbread house competition and hay rides. On Friday Nov. 26, General Manager David Clark invites all guests to meet the associates that constantly work to make The Grand even grander. Afterwards, the hotel will officially start the Christmas season with the Lighting of the Oak. Join in the Christmas spirit with carolers, hot chocolate and apple cider. A friendly round robin tennis tournament and game of family Bingo are sure to inspire friendly competition on Saturday, and Sunday offers a champagne brunch with jazz and a scavenger hunt filled with surprises. For more information on the holidays at The Grand Hotel Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa, and to make reservations at one of the hotel’s Fairhope, AL restaurants, visit http://www.marriottgrand.com or call 251-928-9201.

About The Grand Hotel Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Since 1847, The Grand Hotel has maintained a standard of Southern elegance and hospitality on historic Mobile Bay. The four diamond hotel, which was named a top family-resort by Travel + Leisure, offers guests an opportunity to transcend into a world that is absent from the demands and distractions of everyday life. Explore the hotel’s various amenities including access to 36 holes of Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail golf and a world-class European-inspired spa. For more information, please visit http://www.marriottgrand.com.

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Summer Travel Deals Revealed as Vacation Rentals Provide Free Golf, Amusements, Fishing and More

Free golf rounds at GetMoreVacations.com

Destin, FL (PRWEB) April 27, 2009

Emerging as an economical alternative to hotels, vacation rentals appear to be an extraordinarily popular choice among travelers this season. As such, vacation rental companies are coming up with wildly creative incentives this summer season including discounts, two-for-ones, gas cards, grocery cards and the other enticements to motivate guests to book one property over another. While there is no shortage of websites heralding the deals available at various properties, comparing ‘apples to apples’ can be a daunting task. One website in particular, http://www.GetMoreVacations.com, has emerged from the pack as the go-to place for guests looking for incredible value-added rentals that feature free golf, deep sea fishing, horseback riding, water park admission, amusements and much more as a complimentary part of their stay.

“We’re taking the word ‘free’ back!” laughs GetMoreVacations.com Director of Marketing Kim Turner. “There’s no asterisk. No fine print. We’ve determined what the best things are to do in these areas and put them together for our guests to enjoy every day of their stay. There’s a place on the site where they can leave comments about their experiences with the programs and we’ve gotten hundreds of great reviews. That has been invaluable because, understandably, people are suspicious of free. Those reviews provide us with an unprecedented amount of credibility. We’re in our 14th year of providing all of this to guests. Our slogan is ‘Vacation Happily’ and we do everything we can to make that a reality for our guests.”

Guests can choose from 33 different professional property management companies representing over 10,000 vacation rentals in five different states, including Florida, North Carolina, Alabama, West Virginia and California.

The website allows travelers to choose a rental property either by destination or by the complimentary amenities they would like to enjoy on their vacation. Their Go Play page features twenty different activities to choose from and is as varied as any family with divergent tastes could ever hope to find. Guests can select properties that provide complimentary golf, white water rafting, amusement park tickets, an historic trolley tour and a local lake tour in Asheville, North Carolina or properties that include golf, water park admission, deep sea fishing, dolphin cruises, amusements and unlimited DVD rentals in Destin, Florida. The potential combination of destinations and activities are limitless.

Vicki Warner, regional marketing director for ResortQuest of Northwest Florida (featured on GetMoreVacations.com) observes, “Our guests have come to know ResortQuest’s ‘Passport to Fun’ complimentary amenities program provides them with extra value in the form of fun. Our guests are enjoying the thrill of watching dolphins play from the comfort of cruise boats, play in the splash of local water parks, and take pride in the deep sea catch of the day.”

“Some of our guests are on the links, enjoying their free golf before they’ve even set their bags down at their rental” muses Jeanne Dailey, owner and president of Newman-Dailey Resort Properties, another company featured on GetMoreVacations.com. “We call our program the FUNtastic Recreation Program and it gives families over $ 225 worth of free activities every day. Our returning guests look forward to it and this summer, I know they’ll be counting on it.”

GetMoreVacations.com was originally launched in April of 2008 and relaunched in April 2009 by Amenity Services Inc. (ASI) – the nation’s leading provider of amenity programs to vacation rental properties. These programs provide vacationing guests with daily complimentary golf, deep sea fishing, water parks, amusement parks, unlimited DVD rentals and much more. These give guests of vacation rental properties a more “all-inclusive” vacation experience by providing the best activities an area has to offer in one convenient, easy-to-use program. ASI was founded in 1996 and is based in Destin, Florida. ASI currently provides programs in Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, California and West Virginia and has a large, rapidly growing client base of some of the most respected names in the vacation rental property management industry.

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River Islands Plantation — An Upscale Waterfront Golf Community

Union Grove, AL (PRWEB) November 21, 2005

Knoxville Tennessee’s latest upscale golf community offers awesome amenities.

Just as the name implies, River Islands Plantation offers the perfect combination of lush land and water front living.

Further enhancing that image is its idyllic placement between a premier golf course and a 450-acre nature preserve, while also fronting the French Broad River.

The brainchild of developer Greg Layman, River Island Plantation was named in conjunction with the neighboring River Islands Golf Club — rated one of the top public courses in Tennessee — and Seven Islands Nature Preserve, the largest wildlife refuge in the state.

“When you’re on the Lakefront property, you have the feeling that you’re back in nature,” Layman says. “It’s secluded and private, but you are still convenient to most of what people like to do in East Tennessee.”

River Islands Plantation is only 15 minutes from downtown and about 30 minutes from the Sevierville/Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area. The golf course and river are at the development’s backdoor, so those options for activities are close by, too.

Community amenities planned include a green space, common parking, a picnic pavilion and grills, a sand volleyball court, a playground and an interconnecting walking trail that links the development with the nature preserve.

Layman divided the neighborhood, comprising 185 choice acres, into more than 200 lots that are being sold in three phases to various builders. Phase 1 is still selling, and Layman has plans to open Phase 2 later this year.

Lots, ranging from 0.6 acre to a little more than one acre, begin in the mid-$ 40,000 price range. While various builders are welcome, restrictions are in place, says Layman.

“Houses must be at least 2,000 square feet,” he says. Other requirements include an exterior constructed of at least 85 percent brick and the review and approval of all plans by an architectural review committee.

Homes in River Islands Plantation are expected to begin around $ 300,000, Layman predicts.

Homes by Scott Hodges began construction August 2005 and will bring the total to four homes under construction, three homes are currently under construction by various builders within River Islands Plantation.

Hodges says this home plan was chosen especially for its lot in order to maximize the view of the river.

One of its key features is a riverfront view, and another is a backyard that borders a portion of the neighborhood’s planned four-acre green space.

Inside, the 2,413-square-foot house offers such details as 11-foot ceilings in the entry hall, 13-foot ceilings in the great room and French doors leading to a 25-foot covered deck. The kitchen has a river view via custom bay windows and a 90-foot wraparound porch.

Provided by Pearl Real Estate Marketing Huntsville Alabama a Huntsville Alabama real estate Company.

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Travel + Leisure Magazine Names Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa one of World’s Best Business Hotels of 2007

Birmingham, AL (PRWEB) September 29, 2007

With great pleasure, Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa proudly announces the receiving of Travel + Leisure Magazine’s World’s Best Business Hotel Reader’s Poll Award.

Every year Travel + Leisure magazine recognizes the top business hotels spanning the United States and Canada who distinguish themselves as exemplary in how well they cater to business travelers. Through a reader’s poll of informed and influential readers who are among the most discriminating corporate travelers, they have found Renaissance Ross Bridge Birmingham conference center amongst the hotels with the “most unwavering dedication to delivering excellence.”*

“We are extremely proud to receive this recognition by one of the most influential travel magazines in print today,” states Joe Saling, Director of Sales and Marketing at Renaissance Ross Bridge, “We know we’re making great strides towards excellence in our industry when it’s our guests making the nomination.”

The travel-savvy magazine’s motto is “Travel Changes Everything” and this Birmingham, Alabama luxury hotel also believes that statement to be true.

Boasting comfortable sophistication and casual elegance, this celebrated Birmingham, Alabama resort has more than an award to be proud of. Housed in a Scottish-influenced estate nestled in a quintessential American resort town among the rolling hills of Alabama, it offers the distinct Southern hospitality that Birmingham is known for. Positioned just southwest of downtown, Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa offers leisure guests and corporate travelers alike a refined Southern getaway.

Along with chic and modern Birmingham, Alabama hotel suites, Renaissance Ross Bridge is highlighted by a 12,000 square foot luxury European spa and the third longest golf course in the world. The Robert Trent Jones Trail Course sits on the property and offers seasoned and beginning golfers alike an unparalleled golf experience.

Tradition is anything but ordinary at the unrivaled Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa.

About the Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa:

Retreat to the beautiful rolling hills of a Birmingham, AL hotel secluded from everyday cares, yet close to a vibrant city at the Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa. The plush guest rooms at this Hoover, Alabama hotel include balconies overlooking stunning grounds and a signature pool featuring enchanting waterfalls and fountains. This Birmingham, Alabama resort features a Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail course highlighted by sweeping majestic views of the surrounding foothills. Stimulate your senses at the lavish 12,000 square foot European spa, exclusively designed to ensure complete relaxation and tranquility. Experience Renaissance Ross Bridge and discover a delightful escape at this remarkable resort town and luxury hotel in Birmingham, Alabama. For more information or to make a reservation, call (800) 593-6419, or visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bhmhv-renaissance-ross-bridge-golf-resort-and-spa/.

*Julie McGowan, Senior Vice President/Publisher of Travel + Leisure.

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Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa Invites You to Experience Sensational Golf with the New Escape Golf Package

Florence, AL (PRWEB) October 11, 2007

With prices starting at an unbelievable $ 195 per night, Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa is inviting all who love the game of golf to experience the highly anticipated Escape Northern Alabama Golf Package at the Shoals.

From beginning golfers to the pros, all are welcome to discover the beauty and magnitude of the legendary Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail.

Sometimes it’s all about the golf, especially on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. Yet, when you add in a luxurious spa, fine dining, and breathtaking views of the Tennessee River, you’ve got a getaway to remember at Alabama’s newest Four Diamond Hotel, the Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa.

The Escape Golf Package includes the following:

Luxury accommodations for one night
Two rounds of golf at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at the Shoals
Rates from $ 195 – $ 250 per night*

Indulge in four remarkable Muscle Shoals, Alabama restaurants including the acclaimed 360 Grille & Lounge, featuring eclectic cuisine in Alabama’s only revolving restaurant atop the Renaissance Tower. Bronzeback Café boasts comfort cuisine, while Swampers Bar & Grill honors the rich musical heritage of Alabama by hosting live music celebrating local sounds.

This world-class hotel also houses a state-of-the-art, European spa. The Spa at the Shoals offers luxurious treatments to rejuvenate the body and invigorate the mind. With an array of spa options, from body scrubs and facials to massages and steam rooms, this refreshing Florence, Alabama spa is a step above the rest.**

Wonderful for a weekend away or a week-long golf getaway, the Marriott Shoals Hotel offers every desired amenity, creating the pinnacle of peace of mind.

About Marriott Shoals Hotel and Spa:

Inspired by Southern hospitality, discover a Florence, Alabama hotel where conservative elegance and the beauty of nature combine for a memorable experience. Set in the heart of the Tennessee River Valley, this Alabama golf resort invites you to experience a new level of refinement and charm among hotels in Florence, Alabama. Plush guest rooms feature comfortable luxury and modern conveniences, as well as private balconies providing stunning views of the river. Just minutes away are two championship Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail courses that offer a challenge, yet attract players of all skill levels, from amateur to pro. This Alabama spa resort allows you to refresh your body, mind, and spirit at the 6,000 square foot European spa, delivering the pinnacle of rejuvenation. Versatile meeting space, elegant banquet facilities, and a delicious selection of restaurants enhance the cultured ambiance found at the Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa. For more information, or to make a reservation, call (800) 593-6450 or visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mslmc-marriott-shoals-hotel-and-spa/.

*Packages are based on availability and start at $ 195. Be sure that the promotional code GOF appears in the Corporate/Promotional code box when making your online reservation, or call 1-800-228-9290 in the US and ask for promotional code GOF.

**Appointments are required for The Spa at the Shoals, call (256) 246- 3696 for appointments.

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www.MegaAgentRealEstate.com Golf Course Living at its Best! Welcome to this 4 Bedroom 3.5 Bath Custom Designed home on the 7th fairway of Grayson Valley Country Club that is full of Southern Charm. This home features an entertaining Great Room / Dining Room / Living Room area that is perfect for hosting large gatherings or just supporting a large family. The kitchen has concrete counter-tops along with a combination of mosaic tile and slate stone tile back-splash. The main level master suite is absolutely huge and has room for all of your large bedroom furniture.You will simply be in awe of the incredible sweeping view off the covered back porch that overlooks the gigantic fenced backyard and the golf course.

Shoal Creek in Birmingham Alabama is very much off the “beaten track” when it comes to golfing tournament play. Indeed, in terms of the sport of golf’s historical record, it was quite a surprise when the Professional Golfers Association (PGA), chose Shoal Creek to host their championship in 1984. Indeed this was the first time that any “Tour Event” had been held in the state of Alabama, then, since the 1960′s.

Overall it can be said that the Shoal Creek golfing course, at that point in time, was a relatively new one but had risen most rapidly in esteem and reputation. Good news and information about challenging and upcoming golf courses travels quickly in the duffer’s crowd, the serious golfers “grapevine”.

Why was this course chosen then? To put it simply , Jack Nicklaus , Hall Thompson , who after all was a Augusta member, had bought some land for a golf course and a select housing development some 25 miles ( 40 km) south of Birmingham Alabama , and looking for a course architect , was advised to try Nicklaus. Nicklaus not a legend yet, indeed was at an early stage of his future renown was taken physically to the site to help assess its merits. At that point the areas that would become the venerable Shoal Creek links were little more than a rocky and forested landscape – waiting for the golf gods to create and develop it to greatness.

The results contain many of Nicklaus past and even future golf links “trademarks”. Many of the shots are slightly downhill. The shot to the green always allows a most clear view of the flag. Another interesting if not standard and notable feature is that the entire pars 5 generally seem to all be over the 500 yards (460 meter) ranges. For example the 6′Th, at 554 long yards (507 m), is the longest. Highly rated tournament players can reach and cover this in two shots. The 11′Th hole is a good example of this. Anything short to the left, right or front will find the shallow, but broad creek of water. If not these challenging areas, you can bet that the sand bunkers will catch most of the shots that you play, that are not of the highest or most consistent quality.

On the whole courses, the par 4′s are perhaps the most severe as well as demanding “test”. Eight of these are over 400 yards themselves (335 meters), of which four are around 450 yards. Only one par 4 is shorter than 400 yards, the 14th. Yet this 14′Th hole is scarcely of drive and pitch length. On top of that there is a lake confronting the tee shot. Don’t count out the 4; Th hole. The black humor is that while there is not a single bunker on the hole, that Nicklaus placed a most challenging grassy hollow in front of the green area itself, reckoning that good players after all would find sand itself a lot easier to play from.

All in all it can more than said, that the reputation of the venerable golf links at Shoal Creek Alabama is more than deserved and well earned. A round of golf, or series of events played at Shoal Creek will long be held in the pleasant memories section of most in the golfing crowd lucky and privileged enough to play “Shoal Creek”.