What's New at ResortQuest Northwest Florida?

By Michelle Tommey, ResortQuest Northwest Florida

Check out our newest vacation rental, Seawatch “A”, recently added to our Gulf Coast rental inventory on Northwest Florida’s beautiful Emerald Coast. 

Seawatch "A" is the perfect place for your next family gathering.  Situated in Gulf Trace Community, Grayton Beach, Seawatch "A" is a two-story duplex home that sleeps 16.  "A" is the west side of the home.  Each floor has its own living space so this gives you plenty of space to relax and create family memories.  Enjoy the fabulous views of the Gulf of Mexico from the second floor wrap around deck.  The first floor gives you access to the spacious patio and pool area , and public beach access is located just a short walk away.

Gulf Trace Community sits on the edge of the coast, surrounded by the natural world with the Gulf of Mexico to the south and Grayton Dunes State Park to the east, north, and west. Secluded amidst sand dunes, scrub oaks, and sea oats, Gulf Trace is the perfect vacation spot to relax and enjoy the quiet surroundings and beauty.  To book this home for your next vacation, please contact ResortQuest at 888-909-6807 or visit us online. 

Destin St. Jude Celebrity Golf TournamentOctober 22-24, 2010

By Kristin Destin, ResortQuest Northwest Florida

ResortQuest loves to support great causes, and this weekend our focus is on the Destin St. Jude Celebrity Golf Tournament.  The event takes place at the Baytowne and Raven golf courses within Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort.  ResortQuest employees volunteer their time to coordinate the event, help with volunteers, and gather items for the silent auction.  The outpouring of support from local companies and military is amazing, and itís wonderful to see everyone come together for such a great cause. 

The mission of the Destin St. Jude Celebrity Golf Tournament is to raise awareness and funds to support the life saving efforts of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, the world's premiere research and treatment center for children with catastrophic illnesses.

           

Celebrities participating this year include Phil Niekro, Hall of Famer and winningest knuckleball pitcher of all time; Roger McDowell, pitching coach for the Atlanta Braves; Jeff Mathis, catcher for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim; Ed ìToo Tallî Jones, former player for the Dallas Cowboys; Mark ìThe Lemmerî Lemke, and many, many more. 

Play begins today at 10am with half the teams playing one course and half on the other.  Tonight is the silent auction at the Hilton Sandestin which will include a presentation by St. Judes.  Tomorrow the teams will switch courses and the awards will be announced later in the afternoon.

Wyndham Exchange & Rentals Welcomes ResortQuest, Celebrates Formation of World's Largest Vacation Rentals Business

PARSIPPANY, N.J. (October 20, 2010) — Wyndham Exchange & Rentals, part of Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE:WYN), welcomed ResortQuest to its family of brands following the previously announced acquisition, which was completed on September 30, 2010.

ResortQuest, a leading provider of full-service vacation rentals in the U.S. with a diverse collection of nearly 6,000 high-quality U.S. vacation rental properties, joins Wyndham Exchange & Rentals to form the largest full-service vacation rentals business in the world with a diverse portfolio of more than 85,000 vacation properties in over 100 countries.

“We couldn’t be more excited to combine the talents, leadership and outstanding vacation rental services of both teams to deliver a superior product to our customers,” said Geoff Ballotti, president and CEO, Wyndham Exchange & Rentals, who visited ResortQuest’s Destin, Fla., headquarters October 19-20th to celebrate with employees. “Together with ResortQuest, we now offer the greatest and best selection of vacation rentals as well as the opportunity for second homeowners to rent their properties through a trusted, well-known brand.”  

Added Park Brady, CEO, ResortQuest: “This marks the beginning of a mutually rewarding relationship between two great businesses that will benefit consumers, homeowners and employees alike. Building off of ResortQuest’s presence in North America and Wyndham’s strong market leadership position in Europe, we’re excited to work together as one team to deliver a customer service experience that is unmatched by any other global organization in the vacation rental industry.” 

Photograph caption: Geoff Ballotti, president and CEO, Wyndham Exchange & Rentals, visits the ResortQuest headquarters in Destin, Fla., to celebrate with employees.

About Wyndham Exchange & Rentals

Wyndham Exchange & Rentals, part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), is the worldwide leader in vacation exchange and the European leader in vacation rentals, with access for specified periods to more than 80,000 vacation properties in approximately 100 countries. The vacation exchange business includes RCI, the worldwide leader in vacation exchange and provider of travel services to businesses and consumers, and The Registry Collection ® program, the world’s largest luxury exchange program. The vacation rentals business includes Hoseasons, cottages4you, Novasol®, Cuendet®, Landal GreenParks®, Endless Vacation Rentals®, and other renowned vacation rental brands through which vacationers can rent a variety of property types, from city apartments to villas. Wyndham Worldwide Corporation is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies with leading brands in lodging franchising, vacation ownership, vacation rentals and vacation exchange. For additional information visit our media center.

About ResortQuest

Headquartered in Fort Walton Beach, Fla., ResortQuest is a leading provider of full-service vacation condominiums and home rentals in the U.S., with a portfolio of approximately 6,000 U.S. vacation rental properties.

Media Contacts:

Wyndham Exchange & Rentals
Leah Latour
(973) 753-6560
leah.latour@rci.com

ResortQuest

Emily Pulis

(305) 942-1663

http://www.blogger.com/

More For Your Money March

We think you should get more out of a vacation. Like more space, more privacy and more amenities. More value for your vacation dollar. In short, more vacation in your vacation.
That’s why we’re offering One Free Night for every Two Paid Nights at most of our ResortQuest locations during the month of March!*

That’s right, pay for 2 nights get 1 night free!
Pay for 4 nights and receive 2 additional nights free!
Pay for 6 nights and receive 3 additional nights free!

As a ResortQuest guest, you’ll also receive our Passport-To-Fun program that includes complimentary admission/fares to local attractions such as deep-sea fishing, dolphin cruises and more.

To Claim This Deal: Call 866-478-3307 and ask for promotion code $MYM

Offer valid at select properties during March 2009. Not valid on existing reservations, third party or group reservations and cannot be combined with any other discount or offer. Discount does not apply to taxes and other applicable fees. Other restrictions may apply.

Mardi Gras

So many parades - such little time!
Fort Walton Beach / Destin
The Fort Walton Beach/Okaloosa Island Mardi Gras parade will be held on February 7, 2009. The festival includes a fun-filled celebration at the Okaloosa Island Boardwalk and an Island Parade featuring over 70 floats. The parade starts at 11 am on Santa Rosa Blvd. Festival at the boardwalk with run from noon-5 pm Visit Mardi Gras by the Sea or call 850-244-8191 for more information.

Panama City Beach / Beaches of South Walton
The Krewe of St. Andrews Mardi Gras Festival will be held February 20th and 21st. The main parade is on Saturday, February 21st beginning at 3:00 pm in downtown St. Andrews. There will also be a two day Festival at the Oak’s By the Bay Park with food/drink vendors, kid rides, live music and great bands performing on both days. For more info: visit Saint Andrews Mardi Gras or call 850-814-7407.

Navarre Beach
Navarre Beach Mardi Gras Parade will take place on Saturday, February 21st at 1 P.M. This year’s theme, “Rockin’ Through the Decades,” will feature antique automobiles, marching bands, floats, and of course, Mardi Gras beads. The parade route will start on the east end of White Sands Boulevard on the beach and end at Arkansas Street with a post parade party and award ceremony in the parking lot behind Cocodries Restaurant. Visit Navarre Krewe of Jesters or call 850-259-1727.

Perdido Key / Alabama Gulf Coast
The Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Mardi parades will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2009. The parade in Gulf Shores begins at 10:00 am and will travel from the bottom of Intercostal Canal Bridge to Main Beach Gulf Shores. The parade in Orange Beach begins at 1:00 pm and will travel from Ruby Tuesdays on Perdido Beach Blvd to Hwy 161. Call 251-981-6979 for Orange Beach parade information or contact the Gulf Shores CVB at 1-800-745-7263.

Looking for something to do in Panama City Beach for New Years?

Save 25% on a 2 night Stay OR Stay 2 nights and get the Third Night FREE!

Enjoy Panama City Beaches’ first annual Beach Ball Drop at Pier Park while saving money on your stay in one of ResortQuest’s spacious condos located directly on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico in Panama City Beach. Many of our Panama City Beach vacation rentals are located within walking distance to Pier Park.

The New Year’s Eve festivities begin at Pier Park at 6:30 pm with family-friendly activities until 9:00 pm. The New Year’s countdown celebrations begin after 9:00 and at midnight, an 8 foot illuminated “Beach Ball” will be dropped 12 stories … followed by Fireworks.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of this “inauguration event” and stay in a luxury beach vacation rental at fantastic savings.

To Claim this Deal: Call 866-478-3307 and ask for promotion code $NYE.

Terms & Conditions:
Offer based on availability at select properties/units for stays completed by 1/3/09. Excludes existing reservations, group reservations, third party reservations and cannot be combined with any other discount or offer. Discount does not apply to taxes and other applicable fees. Other restrictions may apply.

RESORTQUEST NWFL EMPLOYEE TENNIS TOURNAMENT

RESORTQUEST NWFL EMPLOYEE TENNIS TOURNAMENT
HOSTED BY TOPS’L BEACH & RACQUET RESORT
DECEMBER 3RD, 2008

Come join us at TOPS’L for a fun afternoon of competitive tennis with fellow employees and show off your skills. If you need a racquet or too embarrassed to bring out the wooden racquet we will have plenty for you to choose from. The tournament will have different levels for beginner, intermediate, and advanced.

Time: 1:00-3:00
Format: All doubles round robin within your flight
Divisions: Flight I – 4.0 & up (You play a lot of tennis this will be the Highest level).
Flight II – 3.0 & 3.5 (You have some tennis background At the intermediate level).
Flight III – 2.5 (You are at the beginner level but have Some match experience).
Prizes: Awarded to top winners within your flight.

Just another great example of team building and employee's having fun here at ResortQuest Nortwest Florida!

Mardi Gras 2009

Mark Your Calendar for Mardi Gras 2009! February 7!

Planning for Mardi Gras 2009 - "Mardi Gras by the Sea" - is now underway!

Watch for details on these and other activities:

Mardi Gras on the Island
Festival
Music - Food - Costumes - Children’s activities

Parade
on Santa Rosa Blvd. with over 70 Mardi Gras theme floats
Beads, Beads and More Beads

Holiday Special

Free Vacation Nights, Shopping & More–Offer Good: 11/12/08 – 12/30/08

Stay 2 nights and get the 3rd night FREE …plus …
Receive a $50 Silver Sands Factory Stores Gift Card!*

Stay 5 nights and get the 6th and 7th night FREE … plus…
Receive a $100 Silver Sands Factory Stores Gift Card!*

ResortQuest Northwest Florida invites you to save money on a beach vacation and your holiday shopping this season! Simply book a holiday beach vacation in one of ResortQuest’s spacious condos and complete your stay by 12/30/08 to take advantage of this offer. ResortQuest guests booking under this offer will also receive a Silver Sands Factory Stores Platinum Rewards Book that provides over $800 in savings at participating Silvers Sands Factory Stores merchants.

To Claim This Deal: Call 866-478-3307 and ask for promotion code $HOLS

* Offer valid at select properties on stays of three nights or more completed by December 30, 2008. Excludes existing reservations, third party and group reservations and cannot be combined with any other discount or offer. Discount does not apply to taxes and other applicable fees. Voucher will be provided at check-in for Silver Sands Factory Store Gift Card and Silver Sands Factory Stores Platinum Rewards book. Voucher must be redeemed at the Silver Sands Shopper Services which is open Monday thru Saturday 10 A.M. – 9 P.M. and Sunday 10 A.M. - 6 P.M. Other restrictions may apply.

STAY 2 NIGHTS and GET THE 3rd NIGHT FREE.

For Florida and Alabama RESIDENCE, book a staycation of 3 nights or more before December 30, 2008 at select Alabama and Northwest Florida vacation rentals for stays now through May 20, 2009 and take advantage of ResortQuest 3rd night FREE offer.

ITS SO EASY, call one of our vacation specialists today 866-503-4809 and mention promotion code $STAC. For more information visit us at www.ResortQuestNWFL.com

At ResortQuest we believe you, our neighbors, desires special treatment and our goal is to provide you with a great fun vacation. In addition to providing you with the best selection and an exclusive offer, you also receive ResortQuest’s “Passport to Fun” complimentary amenities program, which includes admission to some of the area’s most popular seasonal attractions, including deep-sea fishing trips.

*Offer good at select locations on ResortQuest Alabama and Northwest Florida locations for stays booked by 10/30/08 and completed by May 20, 2009. 3rd NIGHT FREE applied to stays of 3+ consecutive nights. Not valid on existing reservations, third party or group reservations. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Other restrictions may apply

ResortQuest Panama City Beach

ResortQuest, the best that Panama City Beach has to offer. So much to do along with playing on THE Beach, it is a definite family vacation. Our "Passport to Fun" is the perfect compliment to your vacation experience.

Franklin County Making Splash Along THE Beach

A new marketing organization intent on selling coastal Northwest Florida as a single tourist attraction with unique communities, all tied together by the world's best beaches, has added Franklin County to the list of communities it represents. ResortQuest of Northwest Florida is proud to be a part of THE Beach with properties in Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton and Bay counties.

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ResortQuest Northwest Florida Real Estate

Sep 8, 2008 ResortQuest has sales offices all along the gulf coast from Alabama Gulf Coast to Panama City Beach. Watch the video to learn more about our full service sales. If your looking to buy or sell a home, need a long term rental or looking for a vacation get-a-way, give ResortQuest a call.

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We are here to help.

All of us at ResortQuest would like to express our deepest concerns for those who have evacuated due to Hurricane Gustav.  Like you, we have experienced the fear of uncertainty and loss.  Please let us know how we may assist you during this difficult time. 

With your needs in mind, we have created a special rate designed to alleviate some of your stress.  These rates are for stays booked directly by evacuees unable to return home.  This week, September 1 - 7, 2008, we are offering all evacuees our winter rate for 30+ day stays or 25% discount for stays less than 30 days.  

Please call 866-493-6809 and ask for offer GUSTAV (GUSTA).

We wish you a speedy and happy return home.

4th Night FREE – that’s a 25% savings!

Book your July or August beach vacation of 4 nights or more by August 6, 2008 at either of these popular Destin resorts and receive the 4th night FREE*! Plus receive complimentary dolphin cruises, deep sea fishing, waterpark admission and more!
SunDestin Beach Resort & TOPS’L Beach & Racquet Resort
Please call 866-269-8975 and ask for promo code $FRE4. Offer not available online. To receive this special offer, call 866-269-8975 (toll free 24 hour reservations) and ask for code $­­­­FRE4

** Terms & Conditions: 4th night FREE valid on stays of 4 nights or more in select units at SunDestin Beach Resort & TOPS’L Beach & Racquet Resort when booked by August 6, 2008 and stay completed by August 31, 2008. Not valid on existing reservations, third party reservations, group reservations and cannot be combined with any other offer. Other restrictions may apply.

Gas Up & Go –Summer Offer

At ResortQuest we don’t want you to miss out on your Vacation because of high gas prices. Therefore, for a limited time, ResortQuest is pleased to offer our guests gift cards to help you fill up your tank. SUPER SUMMER GAS SAVINGS! Book a summer vacation with us of 3 or more nights and receive a $50 gift card. For stays of 7 nights or more, guests will receive a $100 gift card. Stays must be completed by Sept 1, 2008. Don’t wait as this is a limited time offer and is only available while supply lasts!

To Claim This Deal: Call 866-478-3307 and ask for promotion code $GVOU.

This limited time offer is valid for stays at most of our vacation condo rentals based on terms stated above. Guests receive a voucher for gas card upon check-in. One offer per reservation. Cannot be combined with any other discount or offer. Not valid on existing reservations, third party reservations or group reservations. Some restrictions may apply.

TOPS’L Beach & Racquet Resort

TOPS’L Beach & Racquet Resort in Destin, Florida Receives EcoGreen Award™ : TerraCurve.com - Green travel news, places, people and events.
ResortQuest’s Northwest Florida Vacation Rental division began planning its green initiative at TOPS’L Beach & Racquet Resort in February 2008. After assessing different ways to help the environment and save money in the process, the first logical step was replacing regular lighting with environmentally friendly light bulbs and fixtures. To accomplish this goal, ResortQuest & TOPS’L committed to the EcoGreen Award™ Certification program, pioneered by Tropical Lights, Inc., in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Curious where to watch the fireworks this year? Here is a list of firework displays that will be covering the coast!

Fourth Of July Events:
Gulf Shores/Orange Beach:The Annual Perdido Beach Resort Fireworks Display, Tues., July 3 at 9 p.m. Best viewing areas will be Alabama Point, Cotton Bayou, and Romar Beach public access points.
Pensacola Beach: 4th of July Fireworks at dusk over Santa Rosa Sound by the T-pier.
Navarre: Firework Show-July 3, 2008. Come enjoy the Fireworks Show over the Navarre Sound in Navarre, FL. Fireworks will be shot from the Navarre Sound, just east of the Navarre Bridge and will begin at dusk. You will be able to see the show from the beach or mainland.
Fort Walton Beach: July 4, 2008-Fort Walton Beach Landing, Brooks Street from 4-10pm. Free to the public. Enjoy food and vendor booths, children's activities and live entertainment. Fireworks begin at 9pm. FWB also has a Fireworks display at Uptown Station at 8:25 pm on Tuesday July 1st.
Destin: City of Destin Fireworks - July 4th 9:00 PM July 4th Fireworks by the city of Destin, over the East Pass Bridge. Destin Commons also has a "Fireworks Extravaganza" on July 4th beginning at 8:30pm.
Baytowne Celebration at Sandestin:
The Village of Baytowne Wharf-Sandestin. The Event is open to the public. Fireworks over the lagoon after evening full of fun for all ages.
Beaches of South Walton
4th of July Parade at Grayton Beach/Seaside 4th of July Parade, Fireworks (start at 7:30pm) & Concert.
Panama City Beach
Fourth of July Fireworks at the Dan Russell Pier Panama City Beach. Event starts at 4:30 with plenty to do. Fireworks start at 9PM.

Reduce, Reuse & Recycle

The ResortQuest Call Center is taking the initiative to become an eco-friendly business. Our goal is to Reduce, Reuse & Recycle all possible office materials as well as make eco-friendly choices when purchasing and disposing of supplies. ResortQuest has teamed up with Hurlburt Field, 16th Services Division, in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, to collect all recyclable paper, plastic bottles, aluminum cans, toner cartridges, cardboard, wood pallets, and out of date marketing materials on a weekly basis. Other materials such as used cell phones, rechargeable batteries, ink stamps, plastic bags and florescent lights are being recycled by various sources. A majority of the paper supplies purchased are made of at least 30% recycled materials and we’re in the process of switching to eco-friendly cleaning products and CFL lighting in our office.

ResortQuest employees are involved in the Reduce, Reuse & Recycle campaign too. We’ve asked employees to bring in reusable mugs for coffee to reduce the use of paper cups. Employees are making a conscience effort to place items in the recycle bins provided and reduce the amount of materials being used.