SOUTHLAKE, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jan. 5, 2005–With
Travelocity’s Last Minute Deals, there’s still time for fans of
all-things rock ‘n’ roll to make it to the city where the King reigned
in honor of the rock legend’s 70th birthday on Jan. 8. This one-time
sale on Last Minute Deals to Memphis is valid for weekend trips
beginning today and ending no later than Wednesday, Jan. 12. Fans of
all ages can celebrate with savings of $70 off Travelocity Last Minute
Deals, making it affordable and easy to travel on a whim.
“With Travelocity’s Last Minute Deals, there’s no reason why
travelers should have to miss out on their favorite events or
destinations,” said Robert Albert, vice president Last Minute Deals
Travelocity. “Whether joining your fan club in Memphis this weekend or
taking a spontaneous Caribbean getaway the next, we want to get you to
your dream destination and you can book a getaway as little as a few
hours before you’re set to depart.”
With celebration events lined up throughout Memphis, including
proclamations by local officials and a memorial birthday dance,
travelers can get in on the action without breaking the bank. Members
will receive $70 off Travelocity’s already low-priced Last Minute
Deals weekend getaway packages from Jan. 5 – 12, offered from 131
departure cities that are available from 14 days to three hours before
departure.
Examples of these exclusive savings include:
From Chicago to Memphis from Book this weekend and save an $248(a), including flight + additional $70 for a total price three-night hotel stay from $178 From Dallas to Memphis from Book this weekend and save an $282(a), including flight + additional $70 for a total price four-night hotel stay from $212 From Orlando to Memphis from Book this weekend and save an $288(a), including flight + two- additional $70 for a total price night hotel stay from $218 From New York to Memphis from Book this weekend and save an $293(a), including flight + additional $70 for a total price three-night hotel stay from $223
(a) Sample Flight + Hotel prices are for one adult based on double
occupancy and include tax recovery charges. Examples above
were valid as of Jan. 5 and are subject to change based upon
availability
To redeem the Memphis Sale promotional discount, bookers can
simply type “Memphis70” into the promotional code field located on the
Travelocity Last Minute Deals billing page.
“With one of the biggest followings of all time, we knew a number
of dedicated fans would want to be there to celebrate this landmark
birthday celebration, and we want to help them get there,” said
Albert. “Our goal is to make the entire trip experience as enjoyable
as it should be, from paying the right price to getting the most out
of their getaway.”
About Travelocity
Travelocity’s industry-leading technology and straight-talking,
honest information help travelers take more rewarding and affordable
trips. With millions of registered users and booking nearly $4 billion
of travel in 2003, Travelocity negotiates thousands of low-priced
deals with the world’s most reputable travel providers — top
airlines, hotels, car rental companies, cruise lines, and other
destination attractions and services. Additionally, Travelocity offers
deeply-discounted rates for weekend getaways and dynamic packages
through its Last Minute Deals and TotalTrip(SM) shopping engines, and
provides customer service support over the phone 24 hours a day. Based
in Southlake, Texas, Travelocity also operates Travelocity
Business(SM) for corporate customers, powers international travel Web
sites in eight languages, and has been recognized for its consumer
advocacy and global leadership in online travel. More information
about Travelocity is available at www.travelocity.com. Travelocity is
owned by Sabre Holdings Corporation (NYSE:TSG), a world leader in
travel commerce. More information about Sabre Holdings is available at
www.sabre-holdings.com.
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SOURCE: Travelocity