AzHLA Announces LetsGoArizona.com Website
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ARIZONA HOTEL AND LODGING ASSOCIATION CELEBRATES 70TH BIRTHDAY WITH A TRIPLE PLAY
Phoenix, Arizona -- (October 13, 2008) -- The Arizona Hotel & Lodging Association, (AzHLA) is proud to announce the November 10th launch of Arizona's first fully comprehensive travel website specifically focused on the lodging industry: www.LetsGoArizona.com.
"AzHLA is celebrating its 70th birthday, so it is an especially exciting time to be introducing this website, as it reinforces not only the importance of AzHLA to our lodging members, but it also elevates our exposure to both our national and international audiences," says Debbie Johnson, President & CEO. "We're amping up the kick-off to coincide with our extremely popular Discover Arizona Online Auction and adding a Sweepstakes contest to really make it memorable."
LetsGoArizona.com showcases the diversity of Arizona travel experiences with one-stop shopping and goes well beyond the expected lodging search. "A point of difference for our new website is the ease with which visitors can access extensive Arizona destination profiles; including detailed information regarding lodging, attractions, restaurants and events, complemented by related articles and travel resources, with options to fit everyone's budget," says Johnson.
Designed to feature the most extensive search capabilities ever developed, the search categories were the culmination of exhaustive research, combined with travel industry feedback and current market trends.
Use the website to search: destination, city, brand/name, type, price, packages, meeting space, green meetings, aquatic activities, pool, pets, kids club, Wi-Fi, business center, continental breakfast, comprehensive fitness/wellness facilities, attractions, restaurants, hotel green qualities, dining options (fine, casual, snack) at a resort or around it, historic designations, haunted, life enhancement, LGBT, and weddings.
Additionally, LetsGoArizona.com is designed to be easy and efficient from start to finish, as it will encourage visitors to print sample itineraries and lodging searches as well as to find cost-saving coupons.
LetsGoArizona.com Photo Sweepstakes
And since a picture tells a thousand words, we're looking for the best "LetsGoArizona Moment" photo with a caption and the winner will be awarded a spectacular two-night Sedona stay in an elegant junior suite at the award-winning Enchantment Resort, along with dinner for two at the highly-acclaimed Yavapai Room, plus tickets for two Red Rock Jeep tours.
The contest will run concurrently with the Discover Arizona Online Auction: Monday, November 10, through Friday, November 21. From serenely scenic to fall-down funny family moments, submit your photo favorites at www.LetsGoArizona.com.
DISCOVER ARIZONA ONLINE AUCTION: November 10-21, 2008
www.discoverazvacations.com
The LetsGoArizona.com launch will dovetail with the Discover Arizona Online Auction, featuring out-of-sight packages at down-to-earth prices. "We have always encouraged residents to explore Arizona, but with these one-of-a-kind packages, there has never been a better time to stay and play in our great state," says Johnson.
This unique and interactive approach to highlight Arizona's diverse and captivating destinations can be previewed beginning November 3, 2008 and bidding will run from November 10, through November 21, at www.discoverazvacations.com.
Ideal for holiday gifts, offerings include sumptuous spa and golf packages from Tucson to Sedona; action-packed adventures including a one-day rafting trip, one-night stay and two tickets on the Skywalk at the Grand Canyon, plus a three-night stay with breakfast each morning in the Pointe Tapatio Cliffs' Presidential Suite.
A portion of the proceeds from the auction will help the AzHLA in providing continuing educational scholarships for current students and offering opportunities for high school students anxious to pursue a career in this growing field. Additionally, community relations programs and activities, which in turn support Arizona's hospitality community, will also be funded by this effort.
For more information, contact Arizona Hotel & Lodging Association at:
602-604-0729 1240 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85014
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