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SUNRIVER RESORT ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF INTERACTIVE ADVENTURE PLANNER

Sunriver Resort and Sabre Hospitality Solutions launch one-of-a-kind Interactive Adventure Planner to consolidate Central Oregon vacation planning

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 23, 2011

(SUNRIVER, Ore.)— Sunriver Resort and Sabre Hospitality Solutions have launched a one-of-a-kind central Oregon adventure planner, www.centraloregonactivities.com, which for the first time consolidates the vacation planning process into a single, easy to use interactive site.

In addition to the onsite recreation opportunities at Sunriver Resort, the adventure planner has partnered with more than15 recreation vendors in central Oregon to offer more than 30 activities for people to explore, from mountain biking and canoeing in the summer months to dog sled rides and downhill skiing in the winter months.

“The adventure planner was designed for travelers to utilize one website to dream about and plan their vacation in central Oregon. The website is whimsical in nature with flash animation and was created to bring the destination to life through an interface that includes video, photo galleries and text content,” said Mike Broderick, director of sales and marketing at Sunriver Resort.  “The innovative design makes the site ideal for the entire family to gather around the computer to plan their vacation.”

In addition to being able to plan and make reservations for various activities, the adventure planner also includes a live booking engine for lodging at Sunriver Resort.  Sunriver Resort has a large selection of accommodations ranging from hotel-style guest rooms to private homes and condos. Families looking for an affordable vacation this summer have a new option, the Endless Adventure offer from Sunriver Resort with rates from $175 per night for stays between June 17 and September 5, 2011.

“The team at Sunriver Resort came to us with a great idea about providing a one-stop-shop for their guests to plan and reserve activities,” said Alix Locke, Vice President of Creative & Website Strategy for Sabre Hospitality Solutions.  “The innovative ‘adventure planner’ is the result of our teams’ collaboration and we are thrilled at the property’s response to the final product.  We know it will be a differentiator for the resort and their guests’ experience.”

For more information and to explore the adventure planner please visit, www.centraloregonactivities.com.
About Sunriver Resort:
Located in Central Oregon, Sunriver Resort features nearly 250 guestrooms and more than 300 vacation rental properties comprised of private homes and condominiums. A Destination Hotels & Resorts property, Sunriver Resort is a year-round outdoor enthusiast’s dream with 63 holes of championship golf, 28 tennis courts, 35 miles of paved bike paths, three swimming complexes, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, fly fishing, and skiing and snowboarding at nearby Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort. Other amenities include the Sage Springs Club & Spa and first-class programs for youth and teens. For more information call 800-801-8765 or visit www.sunriver-resort.com.

About Destination Hotels & Resorts:
Destination Hotels & Resorts is a privately held lodging management company headquartered in suburban Denver, Colo. With more than 30 independent, luxury and upscale hotels, resorts and golf clubs, Destination is the fifth largest independent hospitality management company in the country. The company’s portfolio features more than 7,000 guest rooms, 10 golf courses and 12 full-service spas. Destination Hotels & Resorts properties are located in key metropolitan and resort markets including Washington, D.C., Houston, Denver, Dallas, San Diego, Santa Fe, Aspen, Austin, Phoenix, Portland, Palm Springs, Maui and Lake Tahoe. For more information on the properties in the Destination Hotels & Resorts collection, please visit www.destinationhotels.com.

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