South West Airlines annouces first flight in/out of Panama City Beach

NEWS FLASH!!!

South West Airlines first flight in/out of Panama City is scheduled for May 23rd 2010.

As of “TODAY” you can book fares as low as $49.00. The four non-stop destinations to and from Panama City are:

Baltimore

Orlando

Nashville

Houston

Southwest is offering these new flights with fares as low as $49 each way to Orlando and $69 each way to Baltimore/Washington, Houston, and Nashville with a 14-day advance purchase

* Panama City Beach (ECP) to/from Houston Hobby (HOU) – two daily flights

* Panama City Beach (ECP) to/from Baltimore/Washington (BWI) – two daily flights

* Panama City Beach (ECP) to/from Orlando (MCO) – two daily flights

For more details please go to http://www.southwest.com

National Shrimp Festival

The 38th Annual National Shrimp Festival is October 8th thru the 11th.

More than 300,000 visitors and locals are expected to participate in this year’s National Shrimp Festival which will be held Oct 8th – 11th on the beautiful beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama. Admission to the festival is FREE. In addition to enjoying the sun and relaxing on Alabama’s famous Gulf Coast beaches, attendees have the opportunity to taste delectable seafood, enjoy live entertainment and view crafts and fine arts from over 200 artists. The festival doesnt forget the kids, it includes a Children’s Activity Village where the little ones can create their own “art” and participate in other fun-filled activities.

For additional information regarding the National Shrimp Festival, contact our Gulf Shores office at 251-968-2121.

ResortQuest of Northwest Florida is proud to offer up to 20% on select accommodations in neighboring Perdido Key for festival attendees. To book this special please call 800-336-4808 and ask for code F1005.

Destin Seafood Festival

The 31st Annual Destin Seafood Festival will return to its water-front location at HarborWalk Village, Oct. 2-4. The event features headliners Joan Jett and the Blackhearts and Survivor!

This 3-day Destin event boasts fresh local seafood from some of the area’s best restaurants. The Destin Seafood Festival also features live entertainment, including nationally known headliners and local favorites; arts & crafts; children’s activities; and more. For current information, visit http://www.destinseafoodfestival.org/.

ResortQuest Destin is proud to be the official accommodation sponsor of the 31st Annual Destin Seafood Festival. In support of this event, we are pleased to offer festival attendees the opportunity to Save up to 20%* on eligible Destin Condos. This special festival rate is available for stays between 9/29/09 – 10/7/09. Find more details about special lodging rates at http://www.resortquestdestinvacations.com/destin-seafood-festival.htm.

ResortQuest also offers great accommodations at nearby Waterscape Fort Walton. Waterscape is located on Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Offering a variety of Gulf views, unmatched amenities and well-designed 1, 2, and 3 bedroom floor plans, Waterscape is also just a short drive from the activities and attractions of nearby Destin..

48 Hour Sale - Memorial Day

Memorial Holiday Beach Vacation Deals
Memorial Day FREE or 25% OFF!*

In honor of those that protect our freedom, for the next 48 hours we are offering two great ways to save on a Memorial Day Beach Vacation of 3 nights or more at eligible units!

• Memorial Day (5/25/09) FREE!
• Can't stay for Memorial Day? Save 25% on stays between 5/21-5/24

Plus your stay includes our complimentary Passport-to-Fun program which provides you with complimentary tickets/passes to local attractions for even more fun and savings…a value of up to $225 per day!

Call today and speak to one of vacation specialists to learn more about these offers and other great Memorial Day and Summer beach vacation deals we have available.

Call 866-488-6804 | 24-Hour Vacation Hotline
Ask for Promo Code $EFMD

* Offer valid for stays of 3 nights or more booked by 5/21/09 and completed by 5/28/09 while eligible units are available. Free night is for the night of 5/25/09 only. Excludes existing reservations, groups, third party bookings and cannot be combined with any other offer or discount. Other restrictions may apply. Passport-to-Fun value varies based on location.

ResortQuestNWFL.com | ResortQuestAL.com

TOPS'L Beach and Racquet Resort

TennisResortsOnline.com released their new rankings for tennis resorts on May 1, 2009. TOPS’L Beach & Racquet Resorts was ranked 9th “Tennis Resorts in the world,” and 5th in “Best Value For Dollar.” TOPS’L is the only Destin, Florida resort to receive this rating.

Tennis Resorts Online base these rankings on critiques submitted by vacationers who evaluate the resorts based on more than 20 different categories. These range from the quality of the tennis staff, programs, instruction, and game matching to such amenities as accommodations, cuisine, overall recreation, spa and fitness facilities, children's programs, and more.

TOPS’L has something for every tennis enthusiast with its’ 12 newly renovated Rubico Clay Courts and 12 different tennis packages. Lead by a team of USPTA Certified Tennis Professionals, TOPS’L offers tennis packages for individual players, groups, families and tennis teams of every skill level. Tennis packages can include private lessons, tennis clinics, ball machine rentals, player matching and more. TOPS’L also offers weekly round robins and special tennis events.

In addition to top-rated tennis, TOPS’L is also a beach lovers dream. Located in Destin, Florida, this 52 acre resort is surrounded by the soft sugar-white sandy beaches and sparkling emerald green water of the Gulf of Mexico and the tranquility of Topsail Hill State Preserve. Guests can choose to stay in a beachfront condo, a hilltop high-rise, a courtside tennis villa or even a private home. Guests also have access to multiple pools, hot tubs, fitness center with sauna, massage services, a pool side grill and Tiki bar, a convenience store, putting green, beach rentals, seasonal children’s programs, Tram service through out the resort and much more!

Along with the TOP 9 ranking in the World from Tennis Resorts Online in May 2009 and highest ranked Florida resort since 2006, TOPS’L Beach & Racquet Resort, is in the TOP 50 U.S. Tennis Resort by Tennis Magazine since 1987 and TOP 5 U.S. Doubles Resort by Tennis Magazine.

TOPS’L is managed by ResortQuest and can be viewed online at www.TOPS’L.com