Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Vacation Treasure Hunt

Everyone loves a Treasure Hunt and ResortQuest has a fun and exciting one happening - starting today - January 19th, 2010! ResortQuest's Vacation Treasure Hunt is a challenging test of skill where a great reward awaits - a 5-night stay for just $1 a day at a luxurious ResortQuest vacation rental property in one of Colorado's most popular ski-vacation destinations: Aspen, Breckenridge, Keystone, Park City, Steamboat or Sun Valley.

Value-seekers who successfully solve clues in ResortQuest's Vacation Treasure Hunt will earn a chance to win a five-night stay in one of Colorado's premier ski destinations for just $1 a day. The Treasure Hunt will feature a different destination each week for 11 weeks, beginning January 19th and ending March 30th, 2010.

A new contest starts at noon EST every Tuesday. To discover the week's treasure, participants navigate through ResortQuest's ski destination websites to locate a hidden Treasure Map Icon. The Treasure Map will reveal the Toll-Free number and Promotion Code needed to call and claim the prize. The Web site will offer clues that, when unraveled, will help Treasure Hunters figure out the location of the week's Treasure Map. New clues will be added until someone find the Map and calls to claim the Treasure. Happy Hunting. http://www.resortquest.com/vacation-treasure-hunt/

Thursday, January 14, 2010

Southeastern Wildlife Exposition - Charleston, SC

The 28th annual Southeastern Wildlife Exposition will again be hosted by Historic Charleston, South Carolina. February 12-14, 2010.Charleston was recently ranked by Lonely Planet in the Top 10 cities in the world as 'must-visit'. Attracting over 35,000 visitors, the Exposition is the largest of its kind. Gifted sculptors, wood carvers, custom knife makers, painters and other artists of the wildlife genre are showcased. Educational outreach is another key element of the Exposition. Exhibitors like the Charleston Center for Birds of Prey host programs offering the public a rare glimpse of wild animals and the opportunity to learn about nature up close and personal. Wildlife and habitat conservation are encouraged by the public witnessing demonstrations while enjoying lectures by trained handlers. The importance of both wild and domestic animals is showcased by observing great presentations live 'Living with Wolves' and 'Retriever' demonstrations. Historic Charleston and the surrounding barrier islands are all about the sea and visitors to the Exposition will also be treated to demonstrations like how to 'Cast Net' and 'Fly fish' and the whole family will learn a lot from the 'Fish Lady'. 'Dock Dogs' is a not-to-be-missed demonstration of some four-legged jumpers who can really make a big splash! Children are welcome guests to the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition. There is a special 'Children's Square' dedicated to fun and educational activities for kids of any age. Examples of kid-friendly doings at the Expo are: Exotic Petting Zoo, Pony & Camel rides, Power Rock Climbing, Craft making and science station, Spider Jump and a special tent by the Edisto Island Serpentarium. New this year, SEWE is proud to partner with Brookgreen Gardens with works by sculptures showcased. So, don't miss your chance to stay-at-the-beach and treat the entire family to a fun & educational event about the Earth's Creatures! If you stay on Kiawah or Seabrook Islands you can purchase your advance tickets right at the Kiawah Visitors Center. Tickets for Isle of Palms guests can be purchased at the Mt. Pleasant Visitors Center.