ResortQuest General Manager Robert Stenhammer Nominated to Three-Year Term on the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce

The Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to helping the business community and expanding the regional economy on Hilton Head Island and the nearby town of Bluffton, South Carolina. Hilton Head is one of the nation’s premier resort destinations and offers a variety of villas and private homes available for vacation rental.

November 16, 2009, Hilton Head Island, SC -- Robert Stenhammer, General Manager for ResortQuest Hilton Head Island has been nominated to serve a second term on the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, beginning in 2010. In his first term, Stenhammer has been instrumental in advancing the common interest of the professionally managed Home & Villa vacation rental industry on the Island by establishing VTRiP (the Vacation Travel Research Program) which monitors and projects the health of tourism on the Island. Additionally, Stenhammer has served as the Co-Chairman of the Home & Villa Committee and has worked to increase participation and support of bringing rental company leaders together to prioritize issues and seek a collective voice.

“I am extremely proud to again serve on the Board of this great Chamber”, Stenhammer says, “I will work to further promote tourism on the Island while balancing the quality of life our residents enjoy with the objective of increasing property values for homeowners. My family and I feel fortunate to live and work in this great place; and are extremely happy to call the Hilton Head Island community home.”

ResortQuest Hilton Head Island is Hilton Head Island’s largest vacation rental company, offering over 500 vacation rentals. The ResortQuest Hilton Head portfolio of rentals includes a large variety of villas, luxury private homes, beachfront properties and exclusive golf course locations. For more information on ResortQuest Hilton Head vacation rentals, visit www.resortquesthiltonhead.com or contact a reservations specialist at 800-875-8726.

About ResortQuest:
ResortQuest, one of the nation's leading hospitality and resort real estate companies, provides a one-stop resource in North America's premier resort destinations. ResortQuest is the largest marketer and management company of vacation condominiums and home rentals in the U.S., based on a portfolio of nearly 10,000 vacation rental properties. With the inclusion of Partner Affiliates in North America and Europe, ResortQuest now offers over 100,000 vacation rental choices in over 140 destinations world-wide. With over a billion in sales, ResortQuest Real Estate is one of the nation's leading real estate companies focusing exclusively on resort properties, offering superior brokerage services in the country's premier beach, ski and golf destinations.

Hilton Head Island: Golf Channel's School of Golf Comes to Hilton Head

This season on Golf Channel, get a behind the scenes look at the students of the Hank Haney International Junior Golf Academy. Hank Haney, one of the greatest golf instructors of all time, is now teaching junior golfers. For some, balancing good grades and good golf - while struggling with the pressures of trying to be the next golf superstar and being away from home for the first time - may prove to be more than they can handle. School is in session every Tuesday at 11:00 p.m. ET.

The Ultimate in Golf Luxury: Air-Conditioned Carts & Segways!

If you're nervous about the effects heat of a South Carolina summer could have on your golf game, fret no longer.

Palmetto Dunes Oceanfrton Resort golf courses offers two unique, state-of-the-art amenities: entire fleets of air-conditioned golf carts and Segway Golf Transporters for use on the course.

The golf carts provide air-conditioned comfort with the Coolwell G2 Climate Control System, which enables players to enjoy a round of golf while shielding them from the heat and humidity associated with a South Carolina summer.

Segway Golf Transporters can travel at more than 12 m.p.h. and are easy to operate and maneuver. Palmetto Dunes has the distinction of being the only Hilton Head Island resort to offer Segways, which have become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional golf carts for transportation on the green

In February 2008, the resort proudly unveiled the new Segway X2. This all-terrain vehicle with wider deeply treaded tires, scratch resistant fenders and higher ground clearance provide for a smoother ride than earlier models. This also allows for superior preservation of the golf course. All of this, and incorporating Segway's innovative LeanSteer technology, makes for an excellent golfing experience.

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Hilton Head Car Enthusiasts Welcome the Concours d’Elegance Motoring Festival to Hilton Head Island

Widely considered one of the top four vintage car exhibitions in the nation, the Concours d’Elegance Motoring Festival will showcase over 150 vintage vehicles competing for various awards. ResortQuest Hilton Head Island is offering Concours d’Elegance vacation packages and rental specials on their selection of over 500 vacation rentals, villas and private beach homes on the premier resort destination, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.

Hilton Head Island, SC (PRWEB) September 26, 2009 – Once again, the Concours d’Elegance will make Hilton Head Island it’s resort of choice, as over 150 vintage cars descend upon the island in an impeccable display of elegance. Part of the larger four-part series, including the Savannah/Hilton Head Speed Classic, the Motoring Midway and the Car Club Jamboree, the Concours d’Elegance is a crowd favorite, showcasing only the most rare and pristine vintage cars in the nation.

Believed to be by many Concours d'Elegance judges, exhibitors and enthusiasts as one of the top four events in the country, Hilton Head Island will celebrate a majestic automotive history with Mercedes-Benz selected as the 2009 Honored Marque. Plus, Hilton Head Island will also feature classes to celebrate Brass Era Cars, Motorcycles, Micro Cars plus the 100-Year Anniversary of the Hudson and so much more.

ResortQuest Hilton Head Island is offering Concours d’Elegance lodging specials from 15% off premier island resorts. Choose from a selection of over 500 villas and private homes in exclusive locations, including Palmetto Dunes and Sea Pines. All ResortQuest Hilton Head vacation rentals offer fully-equipped kitchens and all the amenities of home, ideal for an extended stay. They also include immediate access to beaches, tennis, golf and water sports.

Plus, all ResortQuest Hilton Head guests enjoy the benefits of the exclusive ResortQuest Recommends Program which offers deals and discounts on over 160 restaurants, shops and activities year-round. All Hilton Head guests also enjoy a host of other perks including discounted golf rates, free tennis, free DVD rentals and discounted bike rentals. For more information on Hilton Head rentals, visit the ResortQuest Hilton Head website at resortquesthiltonhead.com or call 800-875-8726.

SNOWBIRDS REJOICE! EXTEND YOUR WINTER VACATION WITH MONTHLY RENTALS ON HILTON HEAD ISLAND

ResortQuest Hilton Head Island offers over 500 vacation rentals, villas and private beach homes on the premier resort destination, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. With a year-round temperate climate, Hilton Head Island is the perfect winter escape for snowbirds looking for a warm getaway this winter. ResortQuest Hilton Head offers monthly villa and home rentals on Hilton Head Island, SC.


Hilton Head Island, SC (PRWEB) September 23, 2009 – Unlike many other beach destinations, the year-round temperate climate on Hilton Head Island keeps the island beaches and activities open any time of year. The balmy winter weather has kept Hilton Head Island one of the top destinations for snowbirds looking for a warm weather escape. With the island’s signature activities, golf and tennis, continuing in full force throughout the winter months, there’s no shortage of activities and entertainment during the fall and winter on Hilton Head.

ResortQuest Hilton Head Island offers deeply discounted monthly rentals from October through March, a perfect solution for an extended winter vacation. Choose from a selection of over 500 villas and private homes in premier locations, including Palmetto Dunes and Sea Pines. All ResortQuest Hilton Head vacation rentals offer fully-equipped kitchens and all the amenities of home, ideal for an extended stay. They also include immediate access to beaches, tennis, golf and water sports. Hilton Head monthly rentals start as low as $1100 a month* and these discounted rates are available for stays over 28 days. (*Restrictions apply)

In addition to reduced rates for monthly rentals, ResortQuest Hilton Head offers winter travelers a host of other perks, including discounted golf rates, free tennis, free DVD rentals and discounted bike rentals. Palmetto Dunes extends ResortQuest Hilton Head monthly rental guests discounted monthly golf rates of $630 for 30 days of unlimited golf (including cart and green fee) for individuals, or $1050 for 30 days of golf for up to two family members.

Plus, all ResortQuest Hilton Head guests enjoy the benefits of the exclusive ResortQuest Recommends Program which offers deals and discounts on over 160 restaurants, shops and activities year-round. For more information on Hilton Head monthly rentals, visit the ResortQuest Hilton Head website at resortquesthiltonhead.com or call 800-875-8726.

Foodies! Don't miss the Seafood, Jazz & Brew Fest, September 14 - 19, 2009!

September 11, 2009

HILTON HEAD HOSPITALITY ASSOCIATION

MEDIA UPDATE

Contact: Ann-Marie Adams
Office: 843.686.4944 Cellular: 843.247.2283
Email: execdirector@hiltonheadhospitalityassociation.com

New Events, Family Friendly Options, Six Days of Brews~SJB Festival turns year three into major island activity, September 14-19, 2009

Hilton Head Island, SC – The Seafood Jazz and Brew Festival (SJB) is a six-day destination event showcasing the island’s food and beverage market with craft brews playing the supporting role throughout the week. The activities associated with the festival vary by price tag and venue, but the intent remains true to the mission. That is, to introduce every pleasure available on the island while at the same time pairing great culinary destination locations with superb beers.

The 3rd annual SJB festival includes several new offerings for attendees in 2010. The first new offering takes the form of more beer selections at the public tasting. The public beer tasting on Saturday, September 19th beginning at 2 o’clock will showcase 25 beer booths each with five to six product offerings (16 booths in 2008). Another new offering is a weeklong series of beer and food pairings at island dining locations. The Lakehouse at Sea Pines Resort serves as the signature kick-off event on Monday, September 14th and the German Beer Garden at the Hilton Oceanfront Resort and Spa provides the perfect cap note to the festival. The third new offering in 2010 is the availability of family-friendly options incorporated into the weekend timeframe of the festival. The first family friendly option comes with the picnic and jazz event “Jazz at the Park” transpiring at Shelter Cove Community Park and is hosted by the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra on Friday, September 18th beginning at 6 p.m. Another family friendly activity transpires from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 19th as part of the Brews on the Harbour public tasting and includes active learn and play options for children 9 years and younger. That area is hosted by the Waddell Mariculture Center, the SandBox, and Puppet Factory/Kidstown. Finally the island’s food and beverage community brings together a host of later evening options through an activity blotter called “Brewing After 8.” The complete event summary for the festival can be found at: www.hiltonheadhospitalityassociation.com

The Hilton Head Hospitality Association (HHHA) extends an invitation to all media to attend and participate in the activities associated with the Hilton Head Island Seafood Jazz & Brew Festival. The promotional period for this destination event begins on September 14, 2009 and continues through September 19, 2009. For more information or to notify the Association of your presence at any of the events associated with the Seafood Jazz & Brew Festival please contact Ann-Marie Adams, executive director for the Hilton Head Hospitality Association at 843.686.4944 or 800.424.3387.


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“The Hilton Head Hospitality Association is a non-profit organization serving the hospitality industry and related businesses in the Hilton Head region. The Association actively represents its members to national, state and local agencies and organizations, provides members networking opportunities, develops and implements industry workforce training, and produces acclaimed destination related festivals to enhance the region’s tourism.”

Website: www.hiltonheadhospitalityassociation.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/HHISeafoodJazzandBrew
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Hilton Head Traveler Reviews: Sea Pines Guest Service

From: Brent Messmer, June 2009

To Whom It May Concern;

I would like to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to ResortQuest, and especially an employee named Stacy. We stayed at one of your rental homes in Sea Pines the week of June 13th. On our return home I realized I had left several personal items, including cash and an Ipod in a drawer of the nightstand next to my bed. It was my first thought that I would never see these items again.

I immediately called ResortQuest and explained my situation. Within 20 minutes I received a call back from Stacy who had personally gone to the home and recovered my items. The next business day I received my items via FedEx.

Thank you Stacy and thank you ResortQuest! I appreciate the extra effort and honesty of your staff. You can count on us as a return customer and look forward to a return trip next summer.

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