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Elliott Beach Rentals Publishes 2010 Brochure

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 11:36:39 -0500

North Myrtle Beach Vacationers Now Have More Options from Elliott Realty for Professionally Managed Vacation Rentals North Myrtle Beach, SC – January 2010 / Elliott Realty / Press Release – Elliott Realty, a leading full service Vacation Rental and Real Estate Company located in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is preparing for a huge spring and summer travel season with the publication of its 2010 Free Vacation Rental Brochure and the launch of its new website dedicated to travelers booking last minute vacations in the Myrtle Beach, South Carolina area: www.myrtlebeachlastminutevacation.com. The annual Elliott Beach Rentals brochure was mailed out to past vacationers on December 30th of 2009, so travelers who traditionally receive the brochure should be on the lookout for it in the mail. The 2010 vacation rental brochure features all of the information vacationers need to know on picking out the perfect vacation rental. Traditionally, the arrival of the Elliott Beach Rentals brochure coincides with people starting to make reservations for spring and summer vacations. If you have not received your brochure or if you are interested in receiving one – please call Elliott Beach Rentals at 888-669-7853 or visit www.NorthMyrtleBeachTravel.com. **End Summary** Topics: South Carolina]]> North Myrtle Beach]]> Travel]]> Vacation Rentals]]> Real Estate]]> Elliott Realty]]> Condo Rentals]]> Beach]]> Website Design]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property Read more: http://www.articlesnatch.com/submitarticles.php?act=edit&id=790918#ixzz0cPtYXCMh Under Creative Commons License: Attribution No Derivatives

North Carolinas Sunset Properties Creates $500 Early Bird Promotion

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 09:40:15 -0500

Latest Marketing Effort is Designed to Reward Guests for Booking Their North Carolina Beach Vacation Now Sunset Beach, North Carolina "�" January 2010/Sunset Properties/Press Release "�" Sunset Properties, a leading professional vacation rental firm headquartered in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, would like to congratulate Marlene Williams, of Londonderry, Vermont as the first weekly winner of their $500 Early Bird Promotion. Marlene"��s name was drawn on January 4th to receive $500 off her reservation scheduled for later this spring. Those that book a reservation and send in a signed contract with their first initial payment before January 25th are being entered in weekly drawings to win a $500 credit towards their 2010 vacation. The drawings will continue every Monday during the month of January. Guests can choose amongst over 400 quality vacation homes on the islands of Sunset Beach, North Carolina and Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina. "��We wanted to award those guests who made their vacation plans early and mailed their rental deposit to us in a timely manner."�� said Jake Foutz, Marketing Supervisor for Sunset Properties. **End Summary** Topics: North Carolina]]> Sunset Beach]]> Ocean Isle]]> Myrtle Beach]]> Trip]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates: Moving Ahead on the Outer Banks with a New Location for 2010

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 10:49:58 -0500

Vacation Rentals and Real Estate Sales to be headquartered in new Kitty Hawk, North Carolina offices starting December 11, 2009 Kitty Hawk, NC – December 2009 / Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates / Press Release – Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates, one of the oldest and most respected real estate and vacation rental companies on the Outer Banks of North Carolina is pleased to announce its forthcoming move to a new location. Effective December 11, 2009, Joe Lamb Realty will be providing all vacation rental and real estate sales services from its new office at milepost 2.7, 4607 N. Croatan Highway in Kitty Hawk, ¾ mile south of their 25-year location on the bypass. According to Joe Lamb, Jr., founder of Joe Lamb, Jr. & Associates, “We had simply become too crowded. Clients were struggling to find a place to park, and checking in guests during peak season had become a challenge. In our new place we have much more parking space and handicap accessibility. That will allow us to provide guest services in a more efficient manner.” Dan Hardy, President and General Manager of Joe Lamb, Jr. **End Summary** Topics: North Carolina]]> Outer Banks]]> Travel]]> Vacation Rentals]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Royal Beach & Golf Resorts Offers Facebook Fans The Opportunity To Win A Free Vacation

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 10:36:39 -0500

RoyalBeachRentals.com is giving away a vacation for eight people to the white sand beaches of South Walton, Florida South Walton Beach, Florida – December/Royal Beach & Golf Resorts/Press Release - RoyalBeachRentals.com, featuring the best of Florida’s Emerald Coast professionally managed vacation rentals in coastal communities of Santa Rosa, including, Dune Allen, Seagrove, Blue Mountain, Watersound, Seacrest, Seaside, Watercolor, and Rosemary Beach , is pleased to announce they are giving away a lavish Florida beach vacation for up to EIGHT people to a lucky Facebook Fan. This free vacation give-a-way is valued at over $1,500. The winner, and up to seven other companions, will have the chance to relax, refresh, and rejuvenate by visiting the famous Beaches of South Walton, 18 miles of sugar white sand beaches along the beautiful Scenic 30A highway, staying at the luxurious Blue Mountain Escape beach house. The Blue Mountain Escape beach house (3 bedrooms/4.5 baths), boasts soaring ceilings, travertine floors, large flat screen TVs, integrated stereo system, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, private pool, is dog friendly (additional fee) among its amenities. While in the area, the vacation winner can enjoy and experience everything this area has to offer. **End Summary** Topics: fl]]> florida]]> south walton beach]]> rental]]> vacation rental]]> vacations]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Magical Memories Announces New Website for Booking Vacation Rentals in Orlando, FL.

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 11:02:35 -0500

Custom Website Offers Travelers Vacation Rentals for Every Budget and Need Orlando, Florida – December 2009/Magical Memories/Press Release – Magical Memories, a leading professional vacation rental firm, located just a few miles from the Disney World Resort in Central, Florida is pleased to announce that choosing Orlando vacation rentals in the nation’s top vacation destination has just become much easier through their newly launched website. The company’s newly designed website makes selection of the perfect vacation home rental as easy as a few clicks of the mouse. This customized site is rich with hundreds of photos, interactive maps and descriptive content, allowing guests to find accommodations to perfectly suit their needs and budget. An advanced search tool even allows travelers to choose a specific home giving clear and concise information simplifies the entire process of making reservations online. “The new site puts consumers, and us, in a great position, surpassing the standard of online booking. It is much easier for a traveler to choose accommodations on our site than others like Expedia or Travelocity,” explains Jeff Chase, Director of Sales and Marketing for Magical Memories. **End Summary** Topics: FL]]> Florida]]> Orlando]]> Vacation Rentals]]> Disney]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Midgett Realty Announces 100% Homeowner Participation In Recycling Efforts On Hatteras Island

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:08:41 -0500

Vacation Rental Recycling Program Keeps Over 175 Tons of Waste Out of Landfills In 2009 Hatteras Island, North Carolina – November/Midgett Realty/Press Release - Midgett Realty offering more than 560 vacation rental properties on Hatteras Island and The Outer Banks since the 1960’s is pleased to announce that it is the first and only property management company on Hatteras Island to have 100% participation from its homeowners in its recycling efforts. This partnership between Midgett Realty, the homeowners they represent and vacationers helped keep over 175 tons of recyclable materials out of local landfills during the 2009 rental season. Midgett Realty started their recycling efforts in 2007 and they were able to divert over 30 tons of materials from landfills. In 2008 they doubled the amount of recyclable glass, plastic and aluminum to over 60 tons. By providing curbside recycling to every vacation rental property they manage; reducing the amount of paper leaving their office by taking advantage of technology and by not printing a brochure (27 tons of paper) they estimate by the end of 2009 they will have reduced waste by 177 tons. Close to six times the amount of recyclable material in three short years. **End Summary** Topics: Outer Banks]]> North Carolina]]> Hatteras Island]]> Vacations]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Elliott Beach Rentals Welcomes Holiday Revelers and Shoppers to the Beach

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:03:44 -0500

The North Myrtle Beach Area Offers World Class Holiday Entertainment, Shopping, Dining & Fun This Holiday Season North Myrtle Beach, SC – November 2009 / Elliott Realty / Press Release – Elliott Realty, a leading full service Vacation Rental and Real Estate Company located in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is welcoming travelers to the North Myrtle Beach area for the 2009 Holiday Season by offering special holiday savings on hundreds of select luxury oceanfront vacation homes and condominiums which can be found on their website: http://www.northmyrtlebeachtravel.com/live/bargainsspecials.html. North Myrtle Beach is a traditional holiday destination for vacationers looking for a great place to spend Thanksgiving or Christmas with the family or even a romantic New Year’s with a special loved one or close friends due to the abundance of world-class entertainment; fine dining establishments serving delicious holiday fare and the multitude of outlet and traditional shopping venues. Vacationers coming to North Myrtle Beach this holiday season will be able to be entertained in many special ways. The entertainment opportunities offered include: The Carolina Opry Christmas Special; **End Summary** Topics: South Carolina]]> North Myrtle Beach]]> Travel]]> Vacation Rentals]]> Real Estate]]> Elliott Realty]]> Condo Rentals]]> Beach]]> Website Design]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Elliott Beach Rentals Welcomes Winter Renters To North Myrtle Beach

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:26:42 -0400

Snowbirds are Flocking to South Carolina for Great Weather, Activities and Superior Accommodations North Myrtle Beach, SC – October 2009 / Elliott Realty / Press Release – Elliott Realty, a leading full service Vacation Rental and Real Estate Company located in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is pleased to welcome the first wave of winter renters to North Myrtle Beach. Each year winter renters or ‘Snowbirds’ come to Myrtle Beach from the northern United States and Canada from October through March to escape frigid winter weather and enjoy mild weather, winter golf, great restaurants and most of all the superior service of Elliott Beach Rentals. Winter Renters start coming to the area in October and stay anywhere from one to six months in fully furnished condominiums at the beach. The height of the snowbird arrivals will be right after the holidays in January. Elliott Beach Rentals offers snowbirds the opportunity to rent a professionally managed fully furnished vacation home or condominium at low seasonal rates that include local phone, cable television and all utilities. Winter rentals can be found oceanfront to the channel and offer the amenities and professional service that travelers are looking for. **End Summary** Topics: South Carolina]]> North Myrtle Beach]]> Travel]]> Vacation Rentals]]> Real Estate]]> Elliott Realty]]> Condo Rentals]]> Beach]]> Website Design]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Visual Data Systems Announces Away Wee Go!

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:31:46 -0400

Vacation Rental Industry Will Now Be Able To Extend Branding & Marketing to the Burgeoning Mobile Web Marketplace Columbia, MD – October 2009/Visual Data Systems/Press Release - Visual Data Systems, the leading independent provider of website design; software integration; online marketing including search engine promotion; managed email marketing and consultation for the vacation rental industry, has announced the launch of mobile websites for its vacation rental industry clients with its newest cutting edge product Away Wee Go! ™. This mobile website solution will help Visual Data Systems client’s build customer and homeowner loyalty by providing a real-time connection to their property and availability data for guests, prospects and staff from anywhere. By embracing the needs of mobile web users and providing them with the tools they need to book and plan their next vacation, vacation rental companies will see an increase in sales and customer satisfaction. The Away Wee Go! ™ - Mobile Website Solution was designed and built by Visual Data Systems to help its clients in the vacation rental industry take advantage of the over 29 million Americans that currently use smart phones such as the iPhone or other hand-held devices to access the internet. **End Summary** Topics: Vacation Rentals]]> Technology]]> Internet]]> Consulting]]> Visual Data Systems]]> Real Estate]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is the leading independent supplier of website design and software integration, managed email marketing, search engine promotion, online surveys, online marketing tools, and consultation for the vacation rental industry. Founded in 1993, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean and was a pioneer in bringing real-time online bookings to the vacation rental industry. Visual Data Systems supplies clients across all industries (non-profit; ecommerce; real estate; healthcare) with a variety of innovative products that lead them to online marketing success. For more information, please go to www.VisualDataSystems.com or call 410-964-8665.

CENTURY 21 Thomas Names Mark Dayvault Sales Manager

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:43:32 -0400

Dayvault Brings Real Estate Experience and Leadership to Position North Myrtle Beach, SC – October 2009/CENTURY 21 Thomas/Press Release/ - CENTURY 21 Thomas, North Myrtle Beach’s oldest full service Real Estate and Vacation Rental Company, is pleased to announce that Mark Dayvault has been named Sales Manager of their Real Estate Sales Division. Mark Dayvault (pictured) brings seventeen years of sales experience to the position and a wealth of area expertise and leadership. Dayvault has served as Secretary and Vice President of the Grand Strand Board of REALTORS and as President from 2006-2007. He was selected REALTOR of the year in 2007, has acted as local director and state director of the S.C. REALTORS organization, and has served on local and state nominating committees. “Mark is a seasoned real estate professional who, over the past 17 years, has shown keen abilities regarding real estate listings and sales, as well as excellent management skills within a large corporate environment,” commented Vaughn Stanaland, Century 21 Thomas Vice President. **End Summary** Topics: north myrtle beach]]> myrtle beach]]> vds]]> visual data systems]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property management software and business and technology consultation. For more information, please go to www.VisualDataSystems.com; email Visual Data Systems (marketing@VisualDataSystems.com) or call 410-964-8665.

Outer Banks Blue Welcomes Runners and Fans to the 2009 OBX Marathon

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 09:11:51 -0400

Outer Banks Blue Offering Special �"'˜Marathon Rates�"'' as a Sponsor of this Year�"''s Race Kitty Hawk, NC October 2009 / Outer Banks Blue / Press Release Outer Banks Blue, a leading vacation rental and real estate firm headquartered in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, is pleased to announce their sponsorship of the 2009 OBX�'® Marathon. The marathon; half marathon; 8K Race; group fun race; Buccaneer 5K; Expo and Pasta Party will be held from November 6th 8th. Events will be centered around the Kill Devil Hills area of the Outer Banks. The OBX�'® Marathon brings people from throughout the United States to the Outer Banks every November and 2009 is expected to their biggest race ever. The weekend is full of races and activities that will suit the needs of all levels of runners and race fans. Outer Banks Blue is an accommodations partner for the races and will be participating in the OBX�'® Marathon Expo which is where runners will pick up their registration packets and will feature official race apparel; running and athletic gear; music; food and training clinics. **End Summary** Topics: Outer Banks]]> Vacation Rentals]]> North Carolina]]> Kitty Hawk]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property management software and business and technology consultation. For more information, please go to www.VisualDataSystems.com; email Visual Data Systems (marketing@VisualDataSystems.com) or call 410-964-8665.

Elliott Realty Releases Rates for 2010 North Myrtle Beach Vacation Rentals

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:20:41 -0400

Elliott Beach Rentals First to Publish Vacation Rental Rates Online at www.NorthMyrtleBeachTravel.com North Myrtle Beach, SC September / Elliott Realty / Press Release Elliott Realty, a leading full service Vacation Rental and Real Estate Company located in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has announced that on Friday, September 25th they released rates for the 2010 vacation rental season online at www.NorthMyrtleBeachTravel.com. Elliott Beach Rentals has been providing professionally managed vacation rentals including homes and condominiums to travelers to the North Myrtle Beach area for over fifty years. Elliott Beach Rentals traditionally publishes rates for the upcoming year closer to Thanksgiving, but this year they are the first in the Myrtle Beach area to announce 2010 rates and place them on their website. This will allow vacationers to get an early jump on 2010 and secure their vacation rental property before getting caught up in the upcoming holidays. The team at Elliott Beach has worked very hard during an extremely busy summer rental season to publish our rates early this year, stated Rick Elliott, President of Elliott Realty. **End Summary** Topics: South Carolina]]> North Myrtle Beach]]> Travel]]> Vacation Rentals]]> Real Estate]]> Elliott Realty]]> Condo Rentals]]> Beach]]> Website Design]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Elliott Realty & Myrtle Beach Golf Authority Offer The Perfect Fall Get-A-Way

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 09:41:26 -0400

Access to Over 100 Golf Courses & Great Fall Weather Drive Golfers To North Myrtle Beach North Myrtle Beach, SC September 2009 / Elliott Realty / Press Release Elliott Realty, a leading full service Vacation Rental and Real Estate Company located in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina along with its golf division, Myrtle Beach Golf Authority, are once again bringing the best values to golfers for the fall golf season in the Myrtle Beach area. Led by Cathy Ziegler Myrtle Beach Golf Authority Director Elliott Realty and Myrtle Beach Golf Authority are able to provide professionally managed vacation rentals, tee-times, and advice to golfers and golf groups from 2 people to 32 with ease and expertise. Cathy Ziegler, is uniquely qualified to work with golfers coming to Myrtle Beach this fall as she has played over 75 area golf courses at least once if not multiple times. This firsthand experience combined with her passion for the game of golf and her commitment to excellence in customer service have golfers turning to her and Elliott Realty year after year. **End Summary** Topics: South Carolina]]> North Myrtle Beach]]> Travel]]> Vacation Rentals]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Outer Banks Blue Offering Live 2010 Rates & Availability Ahead of the Competition

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 09:47:46 -0400

Vacationers Are Able to Get a Jump on Next Yearâ€™s Outer Banks Vacation Plans Kitty Hawk, NC September 2009 / Outer Banks Blue / Press Release Outer Banks Blue, a leading vacation rental and real estate firm headquartered in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina has announced effective immediately 2010 rates and availability for their professionally managed vacation rental properties are available online at www.OuterBanksBlue.com. Now a vacationer looking for next yearâ€™s perfect vacation can search for and book 2010 vacation rentals with Outer Banks Blue weeks if not months ahead of other companies and take advantage of Outer Banks Blueâ€™s â€˜All-Inclusiveâ€™ pricing which at a glance will tell them exactly what their vacation will cost. The â€˜All-Inclusiveâ€™ pricing model instituted by Outer Banks Blue removes all of those â€˜add-onâ€™ charges such as Administrative Fees, Cleaning Fees, Security Deposits, Damage Waivers, etc. that are prevalent in the vacation rental industry and can add hundreds of dollars to an advertised price. The price shown by Outer Banks Blue is the price you pay and includes linens and cleaning. **End Summary** Topics: Outer Banks]]> Vacation Rentals]]> North Carolina]]> Kitty Hawk]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property management software and business and technology consultation. For more information, please go to www.VisualDataSystems.com; email Visual Data Systems (marketing@VisualDataSystems.com) or call 410-964-8665.

CENTURY 21 Thomas Attracting Fall Visitors To North Myrtle Beach

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 09:45:11 -0400

Free Round of Golf Packages Adding Even More Value to Professionally Managed Vacation Homes and Condos North Myrtle Beach, SC September 2009/CENTURY 21 Thomas/Press Release/ - CENTURY 21 Thomas, North Myrtle Beachâ€™s oldest full service Real Estate and Vacation Rental company, is making autumn an excellent value for visitors with custom golf packages that include free rounds of golf and weekend getaways with free nights. With these promotions, CENTURY 21 Thomas is providing golfers and families more bang for their buckâ€ in North Myrtle Beach. With the economy on the rebound, we hope offering vacations with extra nights and golf packages with extra rounds will entice even more golfers and families to consider a trip to North Myrtle Beach this fall. Itâ€™s a win/win scenario for everyone,â€ said Mike Harrell of CENTURY 21 Thomas. Guests will be able to add one free night for every two nights booked at the regular, low fall and winter rates (limit of three free nights per reservation), easily extending a weekâ€™s stay into a 10-day holiday or a two night stay into a nice, long 3-day weekend. **End Summary** Topics: north myrtle beach]]> myrtle beach]]> vds]]> visual data systems]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property management software and business and technology consultation. For more information, please go to www.VisualDataSystems.com; email Visual Data Systems (marketing@VisualDataSystems.com) or call 410-964-8665.

Joe Lamb Jr. and Associates Finding Creative Ways To Share The Outer Banks With The World

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 10:28:16 -0400

With over Forty Years of Experience Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates ARE the Experts in everything Outer Banks Kitty Hawk, NC September 2009/ Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates / Press Release Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates, one of the oldest and most respected real estate and vacation rental companies on the Outer Banks of North Carolina has embraced new forms of distributing information on the Outer Banks including a blog; Facebook; Twitter and MySpace. By embracing â€˜Social Mediaâ€™ as well as traditional forms of marketing, the team at Joe Lamb Jr. and Associates is able to give vacationers, homeowners and perspective real estate clients a better understanding of the Outer Banks. This utilization of â€˜Social Mediaâ€™ means more timely and interactive communications and allows for engagement with their client base or to use a Facebook term their fansâ€. Family owned and operated since 1968, Joe Lamb Jr. and Associates professionally manage over 550 vacation homes and condominiums in such popular areas in the Outer Banks such as Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Duck, Nags Head, South Nags Head and Southern Shores. These rental properties range from cozy cottages to luxurious oceanfront estates. **End Summary** Topics: North Carolina]]> Outer Banks]]> Travel]]> Vacation Rentals]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Elliott Realty Launches Dedicated Websites for Condominium Complexes in North Myrtle Beach

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 10:24:34 -0400

Elliott Beach Rentals Highlights Amenities and Online Bookings in New Websites North Myrtle Beach, SC September 2009/ Elliott Realty / Press Release Elliott Realty, a leading full service Vacation Rental and Real Estate Company located in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina have announced the recent launch of nine (9) new websites dedicated to the marketing of professionally managed vacation rentals. All of these condominium complexes are located in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and feature properties managed by Elliott Beach Rentals. Elliot Beach Rentals has launched sites for the following condominium complexes and resorts: Avista Resort (www.avistaresortvacations.com) Ashworth (www.ashworthvacations.com) Baywatch Resort (www.baywatchresortvacations.com) Ocean Bay Club (www.oceanbayclubvacations.com) Ocean Keyes (www.oceankeyesvacations.com) Laguna Keyes (www.lagunakeyesvacations.com) The Oceans (www.oceansvacations.com) Verandas By The Sea (www.verandasvacations.com) Sunrise Pointe (www.sunrisepointevacations.com) Each of these sites features the ability to search and book vacation rentals in real time as well as information on all properties managed in the complexes by Elliott Beach Rentals. Individual property pages include pictures, description, amenities and rate tables. **End Summary** Topics: South Carolina]]> North Myrtle Beach]]> Travel]]> Vacation Rentals]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Almost Heaven WV Realty Invites Guests To Celebrate With Them And Save Up To 25% Off

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:22:05 -0400

Great Fall Savings in The West Virginia Mountains and Canaan Valley Canaan Valley, WV Almost Heaven WV Realty/Press Release Pat J Herlan, Broker/Owner is proud to announce the new name of her leading Real Estate, Vacation Rental and Property Management company located in the beautiful Canaan Valley of West Virginia: Almost Heaven WV Realty. Pat Herlan and her staff at Almost Heaven WV Realty are celebrating this news and their love for West Virginia by offering guests discounts from 10% up to 25% on some professionally managed vacation rentals now through December 13, 2009. Almost Heaven WV Realty is a member of the National Association of Realtors, offering rustic to luxurious vacation rentals and real estate sales in the heart of Canaan Valley West Virginiaâ€™s â€˜Swiss Alpsâ€™, also known as â€˜A little bit of Canada gone awry.â€™ Call and Ask about their Special Discounted vacation condos and homes. Vacationers will enjoy the Canaan Valley area and our high mountain paradise whether relaxing, playing, shopping or dining our customers always have something to do and enjoy. **End Summary** Topics: vacation rentals]]> accommodations rentals]]> visual data system]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Great Vacation Rental Values Have Last Minute Travelers Flocking To The Outer Banks

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 10:00:04 -0400

Experience and Teamwork with Homeowners Leads Midgett Realty through Tough Economy Hatteras Island, North Carolina August 2009/Midgett Realty/Press Release - Midgett Realty offering more than 560 vacation rental properties on Hatteras Island and The Outer Banks since the 1960â€™s is currently experiencing an unprecedented rise in last minute vacationers who are taking advantage of the great values offered by Midgett Realty and the homeowners. By working closely with their homeowners and using their over 40 years of experience, Midgett Realty has been able to offer professionally managed vacation rental properties on one of Americaâ€™s top beaches at price points that fit into almost any budget. Midgett Realty is finding that people still want their annual vacation whether it is the traditional family vacation before the kids head back to school or even taking advantage of the lessening crowds and still great weather from late August through October but people in todayâ€™s economy are searching longer and harder to find value. This value is not only a price point but they are taking into account vacation rental property amenities including fully equipped kitchens; linen service; pet-friendly properties or even private pools and the reputation and professionalism of the rental management firm. **End Summary** Topics: Outer Banks]]> North Carolina]]> Hatteras Island]]> Vacations]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Brindley Beach Vacations Shatters Summer Booking Records

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 09:16:49 -0400

Outer Banks Vacationers Heading to Duck and Corolla, North Carolina Citing Great Values Corolla, NC July 2009 / Brindley Beach Vacations / Press Release Brindley Beach Vacations a leading vacation rental and real estate firm located in the Outer Banks of North Carolina reports that the summer of 2009 is continuing to break records for occupancy in June, July and August. Brindley Beach Vacations booked over two million dollars in vacation rentals in both May and June and is expecting a new record of over 1.7 million dollars booked for July. For the summer, Brindley Beach Vacations is currently reporting increased occupancy over the summer of 2008 with a current occupancy of over 86%. With last-minute bookings remaining strong they will only continue to improve occupancy for their homeowners in the face of conventional wisdom. We always knew they would be here; we just had to make it easy and affordable. Our entire team is overjoyed to be able to announce these outstanding booking and occupancy numbers. **End Summary** Topics: vacation rentals]]> accommodations]]> nc]]> outer banks]]> rentals]]> visual data systems]]> luxury]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Sunset Properties Welcomes Haigler Team & Other Top Real Estate Brokers to its Ocean Isle Office

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

North Carolina Beach Buyers Will Have Additional Sales Resources Available Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina July 2009/Sunset Properties/Press Release Sunset Properties, a leading professional vacation rentals and real estate sales firm headquartered in Sunset Beach, North Carolina is pleased to announce the affiliation of six top producing real estate sales brokers with its Ocean Isle sales office. Scott Haigler, Jeanette Haigler, Monroe Enzor, Amanda Wilson, Donnie Haigler, and Mary Stewart have moved their sales operations to Sunset Properties effective immediately. They can be reached by phone at 910-575-8603, or by email at oibsales.sp@atmc.net. Weâ€™re honored that this group has chosen to be affiliated with our company,â€ said Ron Watts, President of Sunset Properties. Their addition will help us service more clients both in our beach market and the larger Brunswick County community. This entire teamâ€™s experience matches well with our existing companyâ€™s rental and sales strengths, and should prove to make the entire company even better in the future.â€ The sales brokers are based at the Sunset Properties Ocean Isle Beach office located at 102 Causeway Drive. The office sits at the mainland base of the Ocean Isle Beach Bridge. **End Summary** Topics: North Carolina]]> Sunset Beach]]> Ocean Isle]]> Myrtle Beach]]> Trip]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Sunset Properties Names Casey Holcombe as its Ocean Isle Beach Rental Manager

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina July 2009/Sunset Properties/Press Release Sunset Properties, a leading professional vacation rental and sales firm headquartered in Sunset Beach, North Carolina is pleased to announce that it has selected Casey Holcombe as its Ocean Isle Beach Rental Manager. Holcombe (pictured) will direct the growth and operations of the companyâ€™s rental homes at Ocean Isle Beach. Prior to joining Sunset Properties, Holcombe gained over seven years of rental management experience with other island companies. She is active in the primary industry association (Vacation Rental Managers Association), having spoken at a recent national conference. She is also a Board member for the North Carolina VRMA, and a resident of the island. Weâ€™re fortunate to have Casey join our team,â€ said Ron Watts, President of Sunset Properties. She brings the right mix of experience and enthusiasm to the position, and I know she will be successful leading the continued growth of our Ocean Isle Beach rental operation.â€ Her first job will be to expand the services included in our management program for top-end vacation homes on the island,â€ continued Watts. **End Summary** Topics: North Carolina]]> Sunset Beach]]> Ocean Isle]]> Myrtle Beach]]> Trip]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property

Outer Banks Blue Has A Record June for Vacation Rental Reservations

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Last Minute Vacationers Spur Outer Banks Blue to a 53% Increase in Bookings Kitty Hawk, NC July 2009/Outer Banks Blue / Press Release Outer Banks Blue, a leading vacation rental and real estate firm headquartered in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina has announced that was their most productive June in company history in terms of bookings and revenue for their homeowners. June 2009 showed a 53% increase in bookings over the previous year which was previously the highest in company history. Even though the economy is still weighing heavily on vacationers minds we saw a push of confirmed reservations in the month of June as families decided the Outer Banks would be their summer vacation destination. The result was a very busy month for our reservations team which is doing a fantastic job matching guest needs with our outstanding properties and the result has had a tremendous impact on our availability of homes for the remainder of the summer. There are several weeks ahead that will most certainly sell out as a result of this sudden push by the public to take a summer beach vacation here on the Outer Banks,â€ states Tim Cafferty, President of Outer Banks Blue Realty. **End Summary** Topics: Outer Banks]]> Vacation Rentals]]> North Carolina]]> Kitty Hawk]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property management software and business and technology consultation. For more information, please go to www.VisualDataSystems.com; email Visual Data Systems (marketing@VisualDataSystems.com) or call 410-964-8665.

CENTURY 21 Thomas Welcomes Last Minute Vacationers to North Myrtle Beach

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Thousands of Vacationing Families Arriving for July 4th Celebrations in Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand North Myrtle Beach, SC June 2009/CENTURY 21 Thomas/Press Release/ - CENTURY 21 Thomas, a leading provider of professionally managed vacation rental homes and condominiums in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is anticipating a busy and exciting 4th of July week. Despite the offâ€ economy, families are still making last-minute reservations for whatâ€™s shaping up to be a week filled with fun events for everyone. Many of the large six to eight bedroom vacation villas are proving extremely popular as guests decide to enjoy shared vacations with extended families and close friends. By pooling their funds they get exceptional value for their vacation dollars and top-notch accommodations. Many families are extending their budgets by making use of the fully equipped kitchens in each home. Features such as family game rooms, private pools, hot tubs, and grills for cookouts and barbeques are proving very popular, too. Thereâ€™s an amazing abundance of festivals and events planned for the upcoming weeks. North Myrtle Beach will have its 17th Annual Freedom Fireworks Extravaganza on the Fourth. **End Summary** Topics: north myrtle beach]]> myrtle beach]]> vds]]> visual data systems]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property management software and business and technology consultation. For more information, please go to www.VisualDataSystems.com; email Visual Data Systems (marketing@VisualDataSystems.com) or call 410-964-8665.

Timberline Resort Realty is pleased to welcome you to our high mountains for a WONDERFUL West Virgin

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Timberline Resort Realty Offers Canaan Valley Visitors Professionally Managed Vacation Rentals for Summer Get-A-Ways Canaan Valley, WV - June 2009/Timberline Resort Realty/Press Release ' Timberline Resort Realty, a member of the National Association of Realtors, offers rustic to luxurious vacation rentals and real estate sales in the heart of Canaan Valley - West Virginia's 'Swiss Alps', also known as 'A little bit of Canada gone awry.' Call and Ask about our Special Discounted vacation homes. We are pleased to welcome you to our high mountains for a WONDERFUL West Virginia JULY 4TH Celebration of the Arts with your friends and family - so very close to home, and an easy one tank drive for you to enjoy an old fashioned National holiday. The 2009 19th Celebration of the Arts features a FREE Wheeling Symphony Orchestra concert performing at the natural outdoor Canaan Valley State Park amphitheatre 3 - 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 5th. On Saturday, July 4th, at the State park, you can also enjoy the Wings over Washington Kite Club Jumbo Kite Flying & Stunt Kite Demos, or learn how to fly a stunt kite. **End Summary** Topics: visual data systems]]> vds]]> travel industry]]> blog]]> skiing]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Visual Data Systems, based in Columbia, Maryland is a leading supplier of online marketing, technology and consultation. Founded in 1993 with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry, Visual Data Systems has clients throughout North and Central America and the Caribbean. Visual Data Systems supplies clients with design services, online marketing tools including online survey management, managed email solutions, search engine optimization & marketing, integration with rental/property