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The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Selects Municipal Marketing Team to Maximize Revenue, Brand Exposure and the Commuter Experience

2005-09-13T08:28:00.000-07:00

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Selects Municipal Marketing Team to Maximize Revenue, Brand Exposure and the Commuter Experience

aXcess Partners Worldwide and Active Public Enterprise Group to Debut ImPAct Live Media to Engage Consumers, Leading Brands and Port Authority Facilities

NEW YORK and SAN DIEGO, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, operating many of the busiest and most vital transportation links in the world, has selected the New York-based joint venture of two leading marketers, Active Public Enterprise Group and aXcess Partners Worldwide, to execute for the first time, a multi-year, municipal marketing and sponsorship program for the Port Authority's transportation and trade services and facilities. To execute the program, the joint venture has created ImPAct Live Media to generate new revenue sources for the Port Authority while engaging worldwide brands to enhance the travel experience for millions of consumers who access the Port Authority's facilities each year.

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"ImPAct Live Media represents a significant departure from traditional advertising and sponsorship and will create a new benchmark for public-private partnerships," explained Drew Sheinman, partner, aXcess Partners Worldwide. "More than 450 million people access the Port Authority's airports, bridges, tunnels and transit systems annually. This is the first time a media/marketing offering of this type will be available to engage these commuters and visitors with leading brands and new services while tapping the senses -- sight, sound, touch, even taste -- during their travel experience."

ImPAct Live Media will leverage technology, programming and consumer interaction to promote such Port Authority assets as John F. Kennedy International, Newark Liberty International, LaGuardia and Teterboro airports; the George Washington Bridge; the Lincoln and Holland tunnels; the three bridges between Staten Island and New Jersey; the PATH rapid transit rail system; and the Port Authority Bus Terminal in midtown Manhattan.

"We're enhancing existing static advertising with a new media and promotional network that delivers messages to consumers in very unique ways, creating immediate interaction between brands and consumers," added Don Schulte, principal, Active Public Enterprise Group. "Our goal behind this ground-breaking effort is building value for the Port Authority's assets, creating new revenue sources to supplement tolls and fares, and positioning the Port Authority as an innovative leader in municipal marketing."

Campaign elements will include audio, digital media and moving visuals, experiential branding, direct marketing, electronic kiosks, innovative signage, branded entertainment, sampling and product demonstrations, and wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi and WiMax) Internet networks. The ImPAct Live Media team will work with brand leaders across markets that may include automotive, banking, financial, life insurance, retail, transportation, entertainment and content, food products, soft drinks, fast food, petroleum, household products, and consumer products.

Both aXcess Partners Worldwide and Active Public Enterprise Group bring diverse experience and resources in revenue development, negotiations and contracting, asset analysis, media packaging and sales across multiple communication channels, entertainment programming and content development, special event creation and management, brand development, product licensing and merchandise development.

About Active Public Enterprise Group

Active Public Enterprise Group, part of The Active Network, Inc., is a driving force behind the creation of effective municipal marketing partnerships between the public and private sector. Active Public Enterprise Group's services create new revenue sources for cities and counties while building brand loyalty and community goodwill for marketers. A leading municipal marketer, Active Public Enterprise Group was also credited in 1999 with establishing the nation's first municipal marketing relationship between Huntington Beach, Calif. and The Coca-Cola Company. Bringing a track record of success and a reputation for ethics and skilled negotiation, Active Public Enterprise Group helps clients find innovative ways to enhance municipal revenue. Services include asset management and analysis, development of revenue-generating programs, revenue consulting, contract negotiation, project management and more. Clients have included the cities of Fort Worth and San Antonio, Texas; and Huntington Beach, Long Beach, and Glendale, California; as well as New York City's Health and Hospitals Corporation; and the California State Parks and Beaches. For more information, visit www.ActivePublicEnterprise.com or contact Don Schulte at 714-374-3330.

About aXcess Partners Worldwide

aXcess Partners Worldwide is a Lifestyle Entertainment Development company focused on the creation and development of intellectual property and consumer brands. The aXcess Partners are a rare combination of seasoned business executives, creative thinkers and entrepreneurs who have pioneered new business models for partnership marketing, transactional entertainment, sports marketing, strategic alliances and experiential branding. The company focuses on visionary clients who demand brand transformation through the power of ideas by identifying, creating, implementing and executing marketing strategies and partnerships that create new revenue opportunities and connect brands with their customers. aXcess Partners drives market share for its clients through creative solutions, new products and ventures, intellectual property development and deal making to deliver results. aXcess Partners uses its extensive network of Fortune 500 business leaders across multiple industries that include entertainment production and media, financial services, luxury lifestyle, municipal marketing, private aviation, satellite communications, software technologies and travel. aXcess Partners offices are located in Atlanta, New York City, and Los Angeles. For more information, visit www.aXcessPartners.com

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Source: ImPAct Live Media

CONTACT: Shelly Burnside of The Active Network, Inc., +1-858-964-3813,
Shelly@active.com; or Michael Frenkel of M. Frenkel Communications/aXcess
Partners Worldwide, +1-212-808-6556, Michael@mfcpr.com, for ImPAct Live Media

Web site: http://www.axcesspartners.com/
http://www.activepublicenterprise.com/

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Onelink4travel Announces Financial Projections for 2005 and 2006

2005-09-13T08:14:00.000-07:00

Onelink4travel Announces Financial Projections for 2005 and 2006

* 2005 Revenues Anticipated at $5.2 to $5.8 Million * Projected 2006 Figures Estimated to Increase to $42-$48 Million (Revenues), $11.5-$13 Million (Operating Income) as Core Service Debuts

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Onelink4travel, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: OLKT) , a provider of integrated global distribution and financial settlement services to the travel and tourism industry, today announced it anticipates solid revenues for its 2005 fiscal year ending December 31, 2005, and stronger revenue and income for its 2006 fiscal year ending December 31, 2006 based on the scheduled launch of its core travel industry reservation and settlement service by the end of 2005.

For 2005, Onelink4travel estimates it will realize total revenues of between $5.2 million and $5.8 million generated by continuing business operations from the company's two recently-acquired travel industry companies, now known as Onelink4travel Call Center Services and CCRA International. For 2006, Onelink4travel total revenues are expected to grow to between $42 million and $48 million, resulting in projected operating income of $11.5 million to $13 million for the year.

"Having fully integrated our two current business units, as well as completed most of the work necessary to launch our core product, we are pleased to announce our revenue projections," said Bill Guerin, chairman and CEO of Onelink4travel. "The robust revenue growth from 2005 to 2006 is based on the anticipated acceptance of our new services by travel agents and travel industry vendors. We believe that the ability of our product to relieve a major 'pain point' within the travel industry-namely the upfront financial settlement for lodging and other important travel services-will provide the foundation for a successful launch and resulting positive financial performance."

Onelink4travel currently employs more than 100 people in 15 U.S. states and the UK. The firm has grown significantly in 2005 through strategic acquisitions made to complement and support its upcoming core service offering. Onelink4travel's signature service will enable travel agencies to book and realize up-front commission for a range of non-airline travel services commencing with hotel rooms. On the supply side, hotel companies and eventually other types of vendors such as car rental suppliers and cruise lines should be able to benefit from new options in reservations and pre-paid income.

About Onelink4travel, Inc.:

Onelink4travel (OTC BB: OLKT - News) is a provider of integrated global distribution and financial settlement services to the travel and tourism industry. The firm is the first of its kind to offer non-airline travel suppliers the ability to distribute a pre-paid product through travel agents worldwide, and to effect financial settlement through a single, online global distribution and financial settlement system. Onelink4travel's mission is to increase the number and quality of online bookings made through global retail travel channels while improving cash flow and reducing distribution costs, ultimately resulting in lower prices for the consumer. Headquartered in San Francisco, Onelink4travel is operated by an experienced team of travel distribution professionals, financial settlement experts and global technology specialists. For more information, visit http://www.onelink4travel.com/.

This press release is not a solicitation to buy or sell securities. This press release includes "forward looking statements" as defined by the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included in the press release that address activities, events or developments that the Company believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on certain assumptions made based on experience, expected future developments and other factors the Company believes are appropriate in the circumstances. Such statements are subject to a number of assumptions, risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. Investors are cautioned that any such statements are not guarantees of future performance. Actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including delays in development and implementation of the Company's system, market acceptance of the new system and problems in obtaining additional financing. Furthermore, the Company does not intend (and is not obligated) to update publicly any forward-looking statements. The contents of this release should be considered in conjunction with the warnings and cautionary statements contained in the Company's recent filings with the SEC.

Investor Contact:
Dilek Mir
MCC Financial Services
310-453-4667 ext. 235
dmir@mccglobal.com

Source: Onelink4travel, Inc.

CONTACT: Press: Elizabeth Ash of S&S Public Relations, Inc,
+1-847-415-9342, or eash@sspr.com, or Investors, Dilek Mir of MCC Financial
Services, +1-310-453-4667 ext. 235, or dmir@mccglobal.com

Web Site: http://www.onelink4travel.com/

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C-130J Super Hercules Demonstrates Transformational Performance and Capability in Southwest Asia

2005-09-13T08:10:00.000-07:00

C-130J Super Hercules Demonstrates Transformational Performance and Capability in Southwest Asia

WASHINGTON, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT) officials told reporters today at the Air Force Association's 2005 Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition that the C-130J Super Hercules is outperforming legacy air transport aircraft in combat operations by at least a two-to-one margin and the reliability is the highest of any aircraft in theater.

"Recent information pertaining to the C-130J's performance in Southwest Asia reveals that two Js are routinely moving the same amount of troops and equipment as three of the older E or H models," said Rob Weiss, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics vice president for Business Development. "This provides the combatant commander with additional resources to employ on other missions and most importantly, reduces risk exposure time for both crews and aircraft."

According to senior Air Force officials, the C-130J's additional power advantage has become more obvious, especially operating during the hot season in Southwest Asia. With temperatures regularly exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit, the older C-130s can be limited to as little as 2,000 pounds of cargo. Operating under the same conditions, Js are sometimes exceeding that load factor by more than 300%.

"The performance of the C-130J isn't the only advantage over earlier models," said Weiss. "The J's reliability far exceeds not only that of older C-130s, but also of other platforms in theater. Mission capable rates above 92% are the norm for the C-130J, and in some months the rate has even been 100%."

In addition, some operators are seeing less than two maintenance hours per flight hour, according to reports coming out of the theater. Legacy C-130s typically average around 20 maintenance hours per flight hour. One USAF C-130J flew 21 straight days of delivery operations, returning Code One every day, until being stood down for a routine maintenance check.

Ground operations are also more efficient in the dusty operations. "Crews can load and unload the C-130J while the engines are still running because the propellers produce no backwash at certain settings," said Weiss. "This feature also contributes to reduced sortie time and risk exposure."

Many countries are seeing the benefits that the aircraft brings. The Royal Air Force is conducting airdrop missions that were never possible with its older aircraft, Italy is constructing a forward C-130J deployment base in western Afghanistan, and Denmark has just completed its 100th C-130J landing at Kabul.

"Crews operating the C-130Js in theater are realizing very quickly that the aircraft can transform tactical airlift operations," Weiss concluded.

Headquartered in Bethesda, Md., Lockheed Martin employs about 130,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture and integration of advanced technology systems, products and services. The corporation reported 2004 sales of $35.5 billion.

For additional information, visit our website:

http://www.lockheedmartin.com/

Source: Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company

CONTACT: Peter Simmons, +1-770-494-6208, or peter.e.simmons@lmco.com ,
or Joe Stout, +1-817-763-4086, both of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company

Web site: http://www.lockheedmartin.com/

Company News On-Call: http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/117281.html

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Lockheed Martin Produces World's Only 5th Generation Fighters

2005-09-13T08:06:00.000-07:00

Lockheed Martin Produces World's Only 5th Generation Fighters

WASHINGTON, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT), producer of the world's only 5th generation fighter aircraft, today detailed the game-changing advantages and unmatched capabilities that only 5th generation fighters can bring to the United States and its allies. The company presented a top level view of a Tactical Aircraft operations study covering air dominance, advanced fighter aircraft, operations and sustainment (O&S) costs, the order of magnitude increase in capability provided by generation fighters, mix analysis of fighter capability and cost effectiveness associated with making decisions based on long-term best value.

Speaking to a group of reporters at the Air Force Association's 2005 Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition, Rob Weiss, vice president for Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Business Development, said the company's F/A-22 and F-35 fighters are "game-changing systems and the world's only 5th generation fighter aircraft being produced or developed today -- or for the foreseeable future -- for use by the United States and its allies. Fifth generation fighters are clearly the best value for the money today and the only fighters that can survive and defeat the threats of tomorrow -- a critical aspect for a country with monumental domestic responsibilities and world leadership.

"We've launched the world into the 5th generation of military aviation," said Weiss. "In fact, we believe the F/A-22 and F-35 represent a major inflection point in military aviation, and all aviation for that matter. With the F/A-22 and the F-35, the United States and our international partners and allies will have a leading advantage once again over threats to air dominance.

"The synergy that results from combining Very Low Observable (VLO) stealth, speed, maneuverability, persistence, sensor fusion, improved sustainability and lean deployment in a single platform represents a quantum leap in capability, survivability and maintainability over all previous fighters," continued Weiss. "No other fighter in the world today besides the F/A-22 and F-35 can make that claim."

Weiss said the company has recently completed its study and is now in the process of presenting conclusions to customers and independent third-party experts for comment and feedback. While much of the report is classified and cannot be publicly released, Weiss shared some of the broader conclusions in general terms:

* Air dominance will remain the first priority of a joint or coalition
combatant commander in any theater. It gives U.S. military forces
access to enemy areas of vulnerability without exposing those same
forces to unacceptable losses.
* Advanced fighter aircraft, along with advanced surface-to-air missile
(SAM) systems and air-to-air missile (AAM) systems, are proliferating
worldwide and already represent a real threat to legacy aircraft.
These systems will have a substantial negative impact on America's
ability to gain and maintain air dominance in the future and could
have profound detrimental implications to U.S. security.
* Legacy fighters have served the U.S. well for decades but are aging
rapidly, incurring escalating operational & support (O&S) costs and
need to be modernized.
* 5th Gen Fighters (F/A-22 and F-35) will provide an order of magnitude
increase in effectiveness and survivability over legacy fighters.
* Compared to legacy fighters, an optimum mix of 5th Gen Fighters
provides the U.S. with a fighter fleet that is infinitely more agile,
lethal, survivable, persistent and deployable at significantly less
cost. Not only are fewer 5th Gen Fighters required to ensure air
dominance, the advanced fighters also require substantially fewer
support aircraft such as airlifters and tankers.
* 5th Gen Fighters are clearly the best value for the money today and
the only fighters that can survive and defeat the threats of tomorrow
-- a critical aspect for a country with significant domestic and
international responsibilities.

Weiss also questioned the FY06 Defense Budget's proposal to discontinue production of the F/A-22 after 2008 when the F-35 isn't scheduled for Initial Operational Capability (IOC) with the U.S. Air Force until 2013. He pointed out that F/A-22 production beyond 2008 would enable critical U.S. fighter force structure modernization until the F-35 is operationally proven, maintain over 40,000 jobs nationwide and preserve critical skills to keep the U.S. a technical and technological leader. It would also preserve options for additional F/A-22s in the form of derivatives to address emerging defense or homeland security needs or for potential future Foreign Military Sales (FMS).

For additional information, visit our Web site:

http://www.lockheedmartin.com/

Source: Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company

CONTACT: Sam Grizzle, +1-678-662-9162, or sam.c.grizzle@lmco.com , or
Joe Quimby, +1-678-662-3128, or joseph.quimby@lmco.com , or John Smith,
+1-817-312-5131, or john.a1.smith@lmco.com , all of Lockheed Martin
Aeronautics Company

Web site: http://www.lockheedmartin.com/

Company News On-Call: http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/117281.html

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Saint Louis Science Center Demands a Titanic 'Encore Engagement'

2005-09-13T07:44:00.000-07:00

Saint Louis Science Center Demands a Titanic 'Encore Engagement'

ATLANTA, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Premier Exhibitions, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: PXHB) today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary RMS Titanic, Inc. has entered into an agreement to present "Titanic ... the Artifact Exhibition" at the Saint Louis Science Center, in Saint Louis, Missouri. The Exhibition is scheduled to open to the public on November 12, 2005, and close on April 16, 2006.

The new version of this record-setting exhibition is scheduled to return this fall by popular demand. The Science Center in St. Louis draws well over one million visitors annually and "Titanic ... the Artifact Exhibition," which had a record amount of visitors in its debut in St. Louis several years ago is expected to accommodate capacity crowds once again.

Mr. Brad Nuccio, Vice President of the Science Center commented, "This Titanic Exhibition will not only include new Artifacts that have not previously been seen in Saint Louis, but will also include a fully constructed replica of Titanic's famed grand staircase." Mr. Nuccio also stated, "We are very excited to have this proven attraction back in our facility, and we expect it will be tremendously successful."

Mr. Arnie Geller, President of Premier Exhibitions, Inc. said, "We are pleased and honored to again be invited back to Saint Louis to collaborate with the wonderful team at the Saint Louis Science Center in presenting Titanic." Mr. Geller also noted, "This return engagement completes another stage in the life of "Titanic ... the Artifact Exhibition," as this is the first in a trend that we are seeing from the many museums and venues throughout the world who are now requesting the exhibition to return to their facility."

Premier Exhibitions, Inc. is a major provider of museum quality touring exhibitions throughout the world.

RMS Titanic, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Premier Exhibitions, Inc., is the only company permitted by law to recover objects from the wreck of the Titanic. The Company was granted Salvor-in-possession rights to the wreck of the Titanic by a United States federal court in 1994 and has conducted nine research and recovery expeditions to the Titanic wreck site and recovered approximately 5,500 artifacts.

Certain of the above statements contained in this press release are forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Such forward-looking statements are within the meaning of that term in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The Company has based these forward-looking statements on its current expectations and projections about future events, based on the information currently available to it. The forward-looking statements include statements relating to the Company's anticipated financial performance, business prospects, new developments, new strategies and similar matters. The following important factors, in addition to those described in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended February 28th, 2005, especially in the Risk Factors and the Management's Discussion and Analysis sections, and its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and its Current Reports on Form 8-K (each of which is available upon request from the Company), may affect the future results of the Company and cause those results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements, material adverse changes in the economic conditions in the Company's markets, including as a result of terrorist attacks, competition from others, how much capital the Company may receive or may not receive from required financings, whether or not the Company consummates its planned leases to place the exhibits. We disclaim any obligation to update these forward- looking statements.

For additional Information:

Public and Media Relations: Katherine Morgenstern 404-842-2600
kmorganstern@prxi.com

Investor Relations: North Coast Advisors, Inc.: Craig T. Stewart
585-218-7371
cstewart@ncainc.com

Source: Premier Exhibitions, Inc.

CONTACT: Public and Media Relations, Katherine Morgenstern,
+1-404-842-2600, or kmorganstern@prxi.com; or Investor Relations, Craig T.
Stewart of North Coast Advisors, Inc., +1-585-218-7371, or
cstewart@ncainc.com

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Passionate Focus 2005 Celebrates Visually-Impaired Artists on September 15 in Michigan Avenue Art Exhibition

2005-09-13T07:33:00.000-07:00

Passionate Focus 2005 Celebrates Visually-Impaired Artists on September 15 in Michigan Avenue Art Exhibition

CHICAGO, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ --
WHAT: Passionate Focus 2005 -- Juried exhibition of artwork of blind and
visually impaired artists from around the country. Sponsored by
Chicago's Guild for the Blind.

WHEN: Artists Reception and Silent Auction Thursday, September 15, 2005,
5 - 9 pm. The exhibition continues through November 13, 2005.

WHO: If people who are blind can be artists, what else can they do if
given the opportunity and support?

Passionate Focus is a reflection of the spirit embodied in all the
programs offered at the Guild for the Blind, including:

-- Career training to stem the 70% unemployment rate among the blind and
visually impaired, and
-- "New Visions," a program to help the one in six people over age 65 who
develop vision loss due to macular degeneration.

Representatives from the Guild for the Blind will be present, as well as
several local featured artists.

WHERE: The Gallery of the Fourth Presbyterian Church, Michigan Avenue at
Delaware Place and Chestnut Avenue, Chicago.

COST: $100 per person. Tickets are available at the door.

Visit http://www.guildfortheblind.org/ for more information.

Source: Guild for the Blind

CONTACT: Cheryl Megurdichian, Director of Development of Guild for the
Blind, +1-312-236-8569

Web site: http://www.guildfortheblind.org/

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AirTran Airways To Expand Service Between Boston and Philadelphia

2005-09-13T07:10:00.000-07:00

AirTran Airways To Expand Service Between Boston and Philadelphia

Additional Daily Nonstop Flights to Begin This Winter

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:AAI), today announced the airline will add new daily roundtrip flights between Boston Logan International Airport and Philadelphia International Airport.

The airline, which currently operates five roundtrip flights between the two airports, will add a sixth daily nonstop flight on December 15, 2005. A seventh daily nonstop flight also will be added on February 15, 2006, which will provide a flight every other hour for additional customer convenience. The new flights will be served by the airline's popular Boeing 717 aircraft.

"Providing a schedule that is convenient for both business and leisure travel is important to AirTran Airways," said Robert L. Fornaro, AirTran Airways' president and chief operating officer. "Our new enhanced service insures that our valued customers can fly between Boston and Philadelphia any time of the day or night."

AirTran Airways will offer the following daily nonstop flight options to/from Boston and Philadelphia effective December 15, 2005:

Nonstop Service from Boston

To Flight Departs Arrives Frequency
Philadelphia 765 7:15 a.m. 8:47 a.m. Daily
Philadelphia 755 11:00 a.m. 12:29 p.m. Daily
Philadelphia 760 12:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Daily
Philadelphia 233 2:47 p.m. 4:17 p.m. Daily
Philadelphia 775 4:40 p.m. 6:12 p.m. Daily
Philadelphia 341 8:05 p.m. 9:37 p.m. Daily

Nonstop Service from Philadelphia

To Flight Departs Arrives Frequency
Boston 510 8:40 a.m. 10:04 a.m. Daily
Boston 758 11:17 a.m. 12:36 p.m. Daily
Boston 230 12:57 p.m. 2:12 p.m. Daily
Boston 756 2:45 p.m. 4:05 p.m. Daily
Boston 225 5:40 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Daily
Boston 759 8:10 p.m. 9:30 p.m. Daily

AirTran Airways will add a seventh daily nonstop flight between Boston and Philadelphia and will offer the following schedule effective February 15, 2006:

Nonstop Service to Philadelphia

From Flight Departs Arrives Frequency
Boston 765 7:00 a.m. 8:32 a.m. Daily
Boston 766 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Daily
Boston 755 11:00 a.m. 12:29 p.m. Daily
Boston 760 1:00 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Daily
Boston 233 3:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Daily
Boston 775 5:00 p.m. 6:32 p.m. Daily
Boston 341 7:00 p.m. 8:32 p.m. Daily

Nonstop Service to Boston

From Flight Departs Arrives Frequency
Philadelphia 768 7:30 a.m. 8:50 a.m. Daily
Philadelphia 510 9:30 a.m. 10:54 a.m. Daily
Philadelphia 758 11:30 a.m. 12:49 p.m. Daily
Philadelphia 230 1:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m. Daily
Philadelphia 756 3:30 p.m. 4:50 p.m. Daily
Philadelphia 225 5:30 p.m. 6:50 p.m. Daily
Philadelphia 759 7:30 p.m. 8:50 p.m. Daily

AirTran Airways, one of America's largest low-fare airlines with 6,700 friendly, professional Crew Members, operates over 500 daily flights to 49 destinations. The airline's hub is at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, where it is the second largest carrier. AirTran Airways recently added the fuel-efficient Boeing 737-700 aircraft to create America's youngest all-Boeing fleet. The airline is also the first carrier to install XM Satellite Radio on a commercial aircraft. For reservations or more information, visit http://airtran.com/ (America Online Keyword: AirTran)

Media Contacts: Tad Hutcheson
tad.hutcheson@airtran.com
678.254.7442

Judy Graham-Weaver
judy.graham-weaver@airtran.com
678.254.7448

Source: AirTran Airways

CONTACT: Tad Hutcheson, +1-678-254-7442, tad.hutcheson@airtran.com, or
Judy Graham-Weaver, +1-678-254-7448, judy.graham-weaver@airtran.com, both of
AirTran Airways

Web site: http://www.airtran.com/

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PA Governor Rendell Announces New Guide for Wildlife Along Elk Scenic Drive in PA Wilds

2005-09-13T07:08:00.000-07:00

PA Governor Rendell Announces New Guide for Wildlife Along Elk Scenic Drive in PA Wilds

HARRISBURG, Pa., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Governor Edward G. Rendell today announced the availability of a new colorfully detailed adventure guide to 23 points of interest along the Elk Scenic Drive in the heart of the Pennsylvania Wilds. The guide promotes some of Pennsylvania's most scenic regions, rich with outdoor activities.

"Pennsylvania's wild elk herd, the largest in the Northeast, brings more than 75,000 visitors to the Pennsylvania Wilds each fall," said Governor Rendell. "Our guide offers a journey through our natural wonders as visitors seek out the regal elk and other spectacular wildlife in a natural setting. Our new guide and signs will steer people to these unique destinations safely, and they might learn a thing or two about the culture, beauty and history of our state as well."

The Governor said that while people may be looking for close-to-home activities in an effort to conserve gas, the guide offers travelers a handy reference for convenient and interesting adventures in the heart of the commonwealth. He added that Pennsylvania Wilds is an initiative to encourage the growth of tourism and related businesses based on outdoor experiences in 12 counties in the Northcentral and Northwest regions of the state.

"The Elk Scenic Drive is a tremendous example of how revitalizing communities, attracting tourists, being good stewards of our resources and even good traffic management are cooperating forces," Governor Rendell said. "Pennsylvania's century-long commitment to conservation and stewardship has restored our forests and wildlife, and that helps make the Pennsylvania Wilds such a special place and terrific tourist destination."

The guide outlines a 127-mile corridor passing through Clinton, Clearfield, Centre and Elk counties. Two state scenic byways - Route 144 and Route 120 - are part of the drive, which takes travelers through three state forests and three state game lands. The drive runs along a spectacular loop between I-80's Penfield Exit 111 and Shoe Exit 147.

In addition to maps and directions, the guide provides write-ups for 23 locations that note the history of the area; natural features; elk viewing areas and wildlife to be on the lookout for; recreational opportunities such as hiking and fishing; and other tidbits of information.

At the Governor's direction, designation of the Elk Scenic Drive is a cooperative effort of the state departments of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Community and Economic Development (DCED) and Transportation (PennDOT).

Complementing the guide and enhancing the visitor's experience are 24 new interpretative panels at six newly developed locations and 150 guideposts erected along the drive to keep people on track and point out areas of interest.

Visitors also have the opportunity to interact with the Bugle Corps, a cadre of local volunteers from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and DCNR. They will be on hand at the following viewing areas in four prime areas in the heart of Pennsylvania's elk range -- Hick's Run, Sinnemahoning State Park, Hoover Farm and Beaver Dam.

These dedicated volunteers will be at the sites on weekends from September to mid-October. They will have spotting scopes, binoculars and materials pertaining to elk and wildlife found at these specific sites, along with additional maps and information about the local area.

The Elk Scenic Drive guides are available at tourist promotion agencies, PennDOT welcome centers, state parks and forests or by calling toll-free (800) 577-2029.

Outlined in the guide are some facts about the area that visitors might not know, such as:

- Elk aren't the only thing to see - be on the lookout for ospreys,
eagles, beaver, black bear, and many types of birds and butterflies.
- Parker Dam State Park is a great place to start your exploration along
the Elk Scenic drive because it has an array of habitats.
- The best time of day to see elk is the first hour of daylight and the
last hour before dark.
- The Marion Brooks Natural Area was named after a local resident
instrumental in establishing some of the first strip mine reclamation
laws in the state.
- Wykoff Run Natural Area is a great place for bird watching because of a
wide diversity of bird populations.
- A 26-mile equestrian trail is available at Thunder Mountain.
- The Bucktail Path Trail, named for a Civil War regiment, lets you see
rugged landscape that looks very similar to what the first settlers saw
when they came to the region.
- You can fish from your campsite in Kettle Creek State Park.

For more information on the Pennsylvania Wilds, visit http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/ and select PA Wilds under "Hot Topics." For Pennsylvania tourism opportunities, go to visitpa.com.

CONTACT:
Kate Philips
717-783-1116

Carrie Fisher (DCED)
717-787-5453

Chris Novak (DCNR)
717-772-9101

Source: Pennsylvania Office of the Governor

CONTACT: Kate Philips, Office of the Governor, +1-717-783-1116, or
Carrie Fisher, DCED, +1-717-787-5453, or Chris Novak, DCNR, +1-717-772-9101

Web site: http://www.state.pa.us/
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/
http://www.visitpa.com/

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Spirit AeroSystems Names Vice President of Sales/Marketing

2005-09-13T06:54:00.000-07:00

Spirit AeroSystems Names Vice President of Sales/Marketing

WICHITA, Kan., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., announced today that H. David Walker has joined the company as Senior Vice President of Sales/Marketing, reporting to Jeffrey Turner, President and CEO.

Walker has nearly 20 years in the aerospace and defense industry. Most recently, he was responsible for international programs as Corporate Vice President at Vought Aircraft Industries, Inc. Walker came to Vought with their purchase of the Nashville-based The Aerostructures Corp. in 2003. In 18 years with The Aerostructures Corp., Walker held executive manufacturing, program management and marketing positions.

"David is a key addition to our executive team," Turner said. "His background and understanding of our industry will help us introduce our new company to potential customers around the world."

Walker graduated cum laude from Vanderbilt University, from which he also holds a master's degree. Walker also attended an executive development program at Harvard Business School.

Spirit AeroSystems was formed in June of this year, when the Wichita, Tulsa and McAlester, Okla., facilities were purchased from The Boeing Company by Onex Corporation of Canada.

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. is the world's largest independent supplier of structures for commercial aircraft. It designs and builds part of every Boeing commercial aircraft currently in production except the 717. It produces the fuselage, engine nacelles and pylons of the 737; and nose sections, nacelles and pylons for the 747, 767 and 777 aircraft. It designs and produces slats, flaps, forward leading edges and trailing edges for 737 wings; slats and floor beams for the 777 airplane; and wing and fuselage components for the 747. The company also designs and builds aircraft production tooling.

Additionally, Spirit AeroSystems has design and manufacturing responsibilities for the forward section, engine pylons, and the fixed and moveable wing components for the 787 airplane.

Source: Spirit AeroSystems

CONTACT: Fred Solis of Spirit AeroSystems Public Relations,
+1-316-526-3153, cell, +1-316-304-6623

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Luxury Link Auctions Travel Packages for Hurricane Relief

2005-09-13T06:36:00.000-07:00

Luxury Link Auctions Travel Packages for Hurricane Relief

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Luxury Link, the world's leading luxury travel web site (www.luxurylink.com) is hosting special auctions for travel packages provided by several of its listed properties. All proceeds from these auctions will go to America's Second Harvest (www.secondharvest.org) and Habitat for Humanity (www.habitat.org) to aid the victims of Hurricane Katrina.

Participating hotels and resorts include Hotel Raphael (Paris), Rancho Caymus (Rutherford, CA), Pimelai Resort (Thailand), Channings (Edinburgh), the Blue Palace Resort and Spa (Crete), Lichtfield Plantation (South Carolina), Hotel Nelligan (Montreal), the Fairmont (San Francisco), The Inn at the Round Barn Farm (Vermont), and Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge (Costa Rica).

The auctions, which began September 12, are accessible on the home page at www.LuxuryLink.com.

"It is a great honor for us to be able to raise funds for the organizations that are doing so much to repair people's lives," said Diane McDavitt, President & COO of Luxury Link.

Founded in 1997, Luxury Link, LLC is the leading provider of luxury travel on the web, including research, special offers, and travel auctions, updated daily. Gannett Company, Inc. (NYSE:GCI) holds a minority interest in the Company. LuxuryLink.com has been recognized as a leading travel web site by numerous entities including Travel & Leisure, Forbes, the New York Times, The Washington Post, Inc. Magazine, and USA Today, and received a Webby Award nomination in 2004.

Source: Luxury Link, LLC

CONTACT: Diane McDavitt of Luxury Link, +1-310-215-8060

Web site: http://www.habitat.org/

Web site: http://www.secondharvest.org/

Web site: http://www.luxurylink.com/

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Flight Explorer Gives Zoom And Go Customers Ability to Follow In-Flight Aircraft Using Flight Explorer Fast Track

2005-09-13T06:35:00.000-07:00

Flight Explorer Gives Zoom And Go Customers Ability to Follow In-Flight Aircraft Using Flight Explorer Fast Track

- Customers Can Check On Incoming Flights of Friends and Family -

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Zoom And Go, a multi-media travel booking site, featuring breaking news, tips and reviews from people traveling the globe just got even better thanks to Flight Explorer Fast Track, a service from Flight Explorer that enables visitors to the Zoom and Go web site to track commercial flights in the U.S. and Canada. Flight Explorer is the world's most trusted and accepted provider of Internet-based real-time global flight tracking information, reporting and display products.

Customers need only go to the Travel Cafe page at -- http://www.zoomandgo.com/ -- to check on the progress of an arriving or departing commercial flight. Flight Explorer Fast Track data includes a graphic of the aircraft position on a map of the US or Canada, departure and arrival times, in-flight information (altitude, ground speed, time remaining in flight) and weather information for the origin and destination airport. Zoom And Go is the first Flight Explorer Fast Track customer that provides free access to the general public on their website. Other Flight Explorer Fast Track clients provide the information only to customers, not the general public.

Walt Kross, CEO of Flight Explorer, said, "Zoom And Go is a first class travel site that has worked hard to differentiate itself from the competition. I'm very pleased that it has included Flight Explorer Fast Track in its site and given customers another reason to return to Zoom And Go."

"When we looked into the possible options for allowing our users to track flights from our site, we chose Flight Explorer Fast Track because it has the best graphical interface on the market and provides a feature set you can't find elsewhere," said Jonathan Haldane, president and CEO of Zoom And Go. "Our users have told us they love using it and that it is one of the more popular things we've recently added to the site. Flight Explorer Fast Track increased the services we offer to our community on www.ZoomAndGo.com and it has provided an added value to our users that has been very popular. It has also helped increase the stickiness of our site, the amount of time visitors spend there."

About Flight Explorer

Flight Explorer is the world's most trusted and accepted provider of Internet-based real-time global flight tracking information, reporting and display products. It produces Flight Explorer Professional, the industry's most powerful, reliable and widely used aircraft situation display system. Customers include FedEx, UPS, Hawaiian Airlines, NetJets, JetBlue, FAA, Continental Airlines, Bombardier Business Jet Solutions, World Airways, Air Canada, MillionAir, TAG Aviation, AeroMexico, the City of Chicago Department of Aviation, the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport and airport and port authorities in more than two dozen states. http://www.flightexplorer.com/.

About Zoom and Go

Zoom And Go is a multi-media travel booking site, featuring breaking news, tips and reviews from people traveling the globe. The company boasts the world's largest online collection of hotel and destination images (including video) captured by travelers, and the most in-depth hotel reviews. Zoom And Go's leading-edge search engine pinpoints ideal hotel bookings for travelers using 100+ criteria. Its unique loyalty program allows travelers to earn money each time they book a hotel, review a hotel or have an image posted to the site. Site membership is free. http://www.zoomandgo.com/

Source: Flight Explorer

CONTACT: Robert Deigh, Press Relations, +1-703-401-6339, or
rdeigh@flightexplorer.com, for Flight Explorer

Web site: http://www.flightexplorer.com/
http://www.zoomandgo.com/

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Hcareers Launches Katrina Job Board with Over 65,000 Vacancies

2005-09-13T05:37:00.002-07:00

Hcareers Launches Katrina Job Board with Over 65,000 Vacancies

Commercial job board offers free job postings in association with industry leaders

NORTH VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Hcareers, the dominant job board for the restaurant, hospitality, and retail industries, today launched an initiative in collaboration with national association & industry partners to give away their service for free in order to help rebuild the industry's workforce. Employers who have job vacancies and want to help displaced workers affected by Hurricane Katrina can post those jobs for free, by offering special considerations like housing and relocation assistance.

Hcareers has built the Katrina Job Board specifically for displaced workers in the restaurant, hospitality, and retail industries, through which job seekers have free access to view over 65,000 industry jobs nationwide across the entire Hcareers network. The new website which launched today, is located at: http://www.katrinahospitalityjobs.com/.

"Hcareers would like to provide as much assistance as possible, during these difficult times," says David Curry, Senior Executive Vice-President Hcareers. "The goal of the Katrina Job Board is to provide displaced workers with access to as many industry jobs as possible, including those posted by employers who are willing to provide special considerations. I am personally asking all industry employers looking for candidates, to consider any special assistance they can offer these individuals to help support the transition back into employment, and I encourage them to post all of their vacancies at Katrinahospitalityjobs.com," added Curry.

Hcareers has launched this initiative with support from their strategic partners: National Restaurant Association, American Hotel & Lodging Association, American Resort Development Association, RestaurantU.com, QSR Web, People Report, Fast Casual, Pizza Marketplace, Hotel Resource, Foodservice.com, and National Restaurant Association Education Foundation. The Katrina Job Board will be accessible via all partner websites.

To provide maximum exposure, all jobs posted through http://www.katrinahospitalityjobs.com/ will also appear on http://www.hcareers.com/, and partner job boards powered by Hcareers.

About Hcareers

Launched in 1998, Hcareers is the leading job board for the hospitality, restaurant, and retail industries in terms of revenues, staff, and traffic. Hcareers has the most jobs and job seekers in all three industries with over 75,000 current job postings worldwide and over 900,000 unique visitors each month. Hcareers operates three websites, Hcareers.com (US), Hcareers.ca (Canada), and Hcareers.co.uk (United Kingdom & Ireland). The company employs over 100 full-time staff and has over 16,000 active clients. For more information on Hcareers visit their web site at http://www.hcareers.com/.

Contact:
David Curry
Senior Executive Vice-President
Hcareers
Tel: 604 904 8991 Ext. 222
dcurry@hcareers.com

This release was issued through eReleases(TM). For more information, visit http://www.ereleases.com/.

Source: Hcareers

CONTACT: David Curry, Senior Executive Vice-President, Hcareers,
+1-604-904-8991 Ext. 222, dcurry@hcareers.com

Web site: http://www.katrinahospitalityjobs.com/
http://www.hcareers.com/

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Southwest Airlines Helps Customers Donate Their Rapid Rewards Awards to Assist With the Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts

2005-09-13T05:37:00.001-07:00

Southwest Airlines Helps Customers Donate Their Rapid Rewards Awards to Assist With the Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts

Southwest Makes It Possible for Customers to Donate Their Rapid Rewards Awards Online

DALLAS, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Once again, Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV) Customers have shown their enormous hearts and asked the airline for a way to donate their Rapid Rewards Awards to the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts. In order to answer the multiple requests from its Customers, Southwest has developed a means to collect Rapid Rewards Awards from Customers wishing to donate travel. Southwest will be distributing the flight donations to those people who were displaced by Hurricane Katrina, as well as to those working on the relief efforts.

Customers can donate their Rapid Rewards Awards by visiting http://www.southwest.com/ and accessing their Rapid Rewards account page via MySouthwest. Southwest cannot accept one-way credits. Members will be required to complete and submit a donation form for each Award contributed. Southwest Rapid Rewards Members can donate their Awards until Oct. 15, 2005.

"We've had an overwhelming response from Customers wanting to help those affected by Hurricane Katrina," said Colleen Barrett, Southwest Airlines President. "We've been feverishly working on a process that allows our Customers to donate their Rapid Rewards Awards to those in need."

Southwest Airlines has established a "flight bank" that is dedicated to assisting those displaced by Hurricane Katrina and needing transportation to reunite with family or to relocate. The donated Awards also will be used to assist those involved with Hurricane Katrina relief efforts. Southwest will be distributing the donated tickets at Evacuee locations throughout Texas. The airline is working with the Red Cross to identify locations that house those affected by Hurricane Katrina and to recognize those who have been diligently working on relief efforts.

Southwest Airlines, the nation's largest carrier in terms of domestic passengers enplaned, currently serves 60 cities in 31 states. Based in Dallas, Southwest currently operates more than 3,000 flights a day and has 31,000+ Employees systemwide.

http://www.southwest.com/

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Source: Southwest Airlines

CONTACT: media, Public Relations, +1-214-792-4847, or Customers,
+1-800-I-FLY-SWA, or +1-800-435-9792, or en Espanol, +1-800-VAMONOS, or
+1-800-826-6667, all of Southwest Airlines

Web site: http://www.southwest.com/

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Cendant Comments on Financial Impact of Hurricane Katrina

2005-09-13T05:37:00.000-07:00

Cendant Comments on Financial Impact of Hurricane Katrina

Excluding Insurance Recoveries, 2005 Adverse Impact to Pretax Income Expected to be Approximately $35 to $70 Million

Approximately $10 to $35 Million of Losses Expected to be Recovered Through Insurance

No Material Impact Expected on 2006 Results of Operations

Company Has Utilized $473 Million of Cash, Net of Proceeds from Option Exercises, for the Repurchase of Common Stock During Third Quarter 2005 and $810 Million Year-to-Date

NEW YORK, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cendant Corporation (NYSE:CD) today commented on the expected impact of Hurricane Katrina on its results of operations.

Cendant's President and Chief Financial Officer, Ronald L. Nelson, stated: "Like all companies doing business in the Gulf Coast and Southeast, our operations in those areas have been affected by Hurricane Katrina. While our immediate efforts have been focused on ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees in those areas, we are now in a position to assess the expected impact on our financial results.

"Preliminarily, we estimate that the adverse impact to pretax income will be in the range of $35 to $70 million. This amount includes $15 to $40 million related to asset impairment losses, primarily timeshare properties and rental cars, and $20 to $30 million related to lost revenues spread across our real estate and travel businesses.

"Although we expect that approximately $10 to $35 million of these losses will ultimately be recovered through insurance (excluding the potential for business interruption recoveries), making the net impact to our pretax income about $25 to $35 million, the entire loss will be recorded in 2005 while some or all of the expected insurance recovery may not be recorded until 2006. Accordingly, our revised 2005 guidance does not include any offset for insurance recoveries."

Cendant's revised EPS projections for 2005 are set forth below. The Company does not expect that its results of operations in 2006 will be materially impacted by this event, with the exception of the potential positive impact of insurance recoveries.

Nelson further commented: "We have also begun to move forward with plans to assist in the rebuilding effort within the region."

Cendant's current efforts include a special fundraising campaign on behalf of the American Red Cross Hurricane 2005 Relief Fund through which the Cendant Charitable Foundation will be matching employee donations up to an aggregate $500,000. In addition, Cendant's Car Rental Group, Hotel Group and Timeshare Resort Group are all working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Department of Homeland Security and the American Red Cross to provide assistance, including access to housing and rental vehicles for emergency response personnel moving into the area to coordinate relief efforts.

Separately, the Company announced that it has utilized $473 million of cash, net of proceeds from option exercises, for the repurchase of its common stock during third quarter 2005, bringing its year-to-date use of cash for share repurchases, net of proceeds from option exercises, to $810 million.

Outlook

As a result of the expected impact of Hurricane Katrina, the Company revised its projections for EPS from Continuing Operations for the remainder of 2005 as set forth below. These projections include a $35 to $70 million impact to pretax income from the hurricane but do not include an estimated $10 to $35 million of expected insurance recoveries, some or all of which may not be recorded until 2006. The Company will update its projections for revenue and EBITDA by segment when it announces its results for third quarter 2005:

Third Fourth Full
Quarter Quarter Year
2005 EPS from Continuing
Operations before Transaction
Related Charges $0.44-$0.48 $0.26-$0.30 $1.31-$1.38
2005 Transaction Related
Charges(a) -- -- ($0.20)
2005 EPS from Continuing
Operations(a) $0.44-$0.48 $0.26-$0.30 $1.11-$1.18

(a) Includes a non-cash impairment charge of $0.17 per share in connection
with the spin-off of PHH and a $0.03 per share charge related to
restructuring activities and other transaction related costs, both of
which were recorded in first quarter 2005.

Forward Looking Statements

Statements about future results made in this release, including the projections, constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on current expectations and the current economic environment. The Company cautions that these statements are not guarantees of future performance. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Important assumptions and other important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements are specified in Cendant's Form 10-Q for the period ended June 30, 2005.

Such forward-looking statements include projections. Such projections were not prepared in accordance with published guidelines of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants or the SEC regarding projections and forecasts, nor have such projections been audited, examined or otherwise reviewed by independent auditors of Cendant or its affiliates. In addition, such projections are based upon many estimates and are inherently subject to significant economic, competitive and other uncertainties and contingencies. Accordingly, actual results may be materially higher or lower than those projected. The inclusion of such projections herein should not be regarded as a representation by Cendant or its affiliates that the projections will prove to be correct.

Source: Cendant Corporation

CONTACT: Media Contact: Elliot Bloom, +1-212-413-1832; or Investor
Contacts: Sam Levenson, +1-212-413-1834, or Henry A. Diamond, +1-212-413-1920

Web site: http://www.cendant.com/

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SideStep Launches Extensive Deals Directory

2005-09-13T05:26:00.000-07:00

SideStep Launches Extensive Deals Directory

New Service Showcases Hundreds of Outstanding Offers From Name Brand Travel Companies

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- SideStep, Inc. (www.sidestep.com), the traveler's search engine, today announced the launch of its new TravelFinds deals directory, a comprehensive collection of hundreds bargains from popular travel companies. The new service features flight, hotel, car, cruise and package values worldwide and provides an ideal forum for travel marketers to promote compelling offers to SideStep's many avid travelers.

SideStep advertisers include well-known travel brands like British Airways, Hotwire and Aloha Airlines. With this new service, SideStep now offers travel providers an even broader selection of marketing programs to help them reach qualified prospects. With email marketing, search engine marketing and the new deal directory, SideStep enables travel providers to reach different types of travel buyers and to appeal to consumers at diverse points in the purchasing process.

"The launch of the TravelFinds deals directory enables us both to attract new advertisers and to offer existing marketing partners more opportunities to reach SideStep customers," said Mike Smith, SideStep's executive vice president, supplier relations. "By grouping these deals into a variety of categories, we give travel providers the chance to pursue specific types of prospects, from Las Vegas vacationers to travelers seeking spa escapes. The leads we will deliver through this new service will be well-qualified -- and marketers place a high value on such targeted traffic."

About SideStep

SideStep -- the traveler's search engine -- brings compelling offers from numerous travel providers to more than 4.7 million consumers each month. The company has forged alliances with leading travel marketers such as JetBlue Airways, Continental Airlines, Hyatt Corporation, Best Western, National Leisure Group and Thrifty Car Rental. SideStep has been named one of TIME Magazine's "50 Coolest Web Sites" and declared "Best of the Web" by Forbes. The company is privately held and has raised more than $17M in funding from Trident Capital and individual investors. For more information, visit www.sidestep.com.

Source: SideStep, Inc.

CONTACT: Jack Bunting, Senior Account Executive of Manning Selvage &
Lee, +1-415-278-3321, or jack.bunting@mslpr.com, for SideStep; or Phil
Carpenter, Vice President, Corporate Marketing of SideStep, Inc.,
+1-408-235-1700, ext. 102, or phil.carpenter@sidestep.com

Web site: http://www.sidestep.com/

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Expedia.com Makes it Easy to Take Flight with Fall and Holiday Travel

2005-09-13T05:21:00.000-07:00

Expedia.com Makes it Easy to Take Flight with Fall and Holiday Travel

Avoid Last-Minute Stress by Researching and Booking Fall and Holiday Travel Now Using Expedia.com

BELLEVUE, Wash., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Expedia.com(R), (NASDAQ:EXPE), one of the world's leading online travel sites, wants to help travelers avoid unnecessary travel and financial stress that may result from booking fall and holiday travel at the last minute. To ensure a relaxing vacation that fits within your budget, the travel advocates at Expedia.com recommend that you start researching and booking your fall and holiday trips now to ensure the best availability and rates. To assist in this process, below is a compilation of tips and resources designed to help you easily find and lock in the best in fall and holiday travel.

Expedia.com Fare Compare Calendar

You may still be in denial that summer is over, but now is the time to plan ahead in order to find low fares and great availability for the fall and holiday season. To find the best pricing for your holiday destination, check out the Expedia.com fare compare calendar. This calendar shows how rates vary on popular U.S. routes from day to day so you can shift your departure or return dates accordingly. And help yourself avoid the dreaded "middle seat" scenario by booking early and by using the Expedia.com seat pinpointer to request your preferred seats. For more information, visit http://www.expedia.com/holidayflights .

Easily Find the Best Flight Deals

Expedia.com offers competitive airfares from 149 airlines, providing easy one-stop shopping for customers searching for the best flight for their schedule and budget. And if the flight's almost sold out, Expedia.com will show how many seats are left at a particular price. For the latest airfare sales and deals, visit http://www.expedia.com/deals .

Key deals available right now include:

-- Song sale: Fly coast-to-coast -- in Song style -- from $243+. Tickets
must be booked no later than September 29, 2005, and at least seven
days in advance of travel, with travel completed by January 31, 2006.

-- AirTran sale: All AirTran destinations are on sale -- from $73+. This
sale's fares are good for travel all the way through February 1, 2006.
Plan to travel on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Saturday and book at least
seven days before you leave. Tickets must be booked by midnight
Eastern Time on September 20, 2005.

-- British Airways sale: This sale makes it easier for you to explore the
world, with low fares from $283+ roundtrip to cities like London,
Paris, Rome, Athens, Cairo, Hong Kong, and many more. Tickets must be
booked by September 22, 2005 and at least seven days in advance of
travel. Start your trip between October 27 and December 15, 2005, or
between December 24, 2005 and April 3, 2006.

Find Fall Travel Inspiration

There are many great destinations to explore in the fall, so Expedia.com editors have compiled 10 great fall travel ideas designed to inspire travel. From fall foliage tours outside of Boston to a harvest wine tour in Tuscany to a visit to the Salem Witch Museum, these fun fall activities are sure to offer travel inspiration. To find out more, visit http://www.expedia.com/fallfun .

Yes, You Do Have the Time

As reported in the fifth annual Expedia.com "Vacation Deprivation survey," each U.S. worker leaves an average of three vacation days unused each year. That amount of unused vacation days could add up to a perfect fall getaway or holiday escape! For destination inspiration and to easily book all of your travel needs, visit http://www.expedia.com/ or call the Expedia.com travel specialists at 1-800-EXPEDIA.

About Expedia.com(R)

Expedia.com is one of the world's leading online travel sites, with more than 25 million travelers visiting each month to find the trip that's right for them. Expedia.com (http://www.expedia.com/ ) helps customers easily plan and book travel by utilizing the latest technology and the right selection of vacation packages, flights, hotels, rental cars, cruises and in-destination activities, attractions, and services. With its Expedia Special Rate(R) Guarantee for hotels, Cruise Price Guarantee Plus, vacation package savings, and more, Expedia.com offers exceptional value to customers around the globe each and every day. Expedia.com travel specialists are available 24 hours a day to help customers with their travels -- before, during, and after each trip. Expedia.com has won the "Brandweek Customer Loyalty Award" for six consecutive years. Expedia.com is an operating company of Expedia, Inc. CST: 2029030-40

NOTE: Expedia, Expedia.com, and the airplane logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Expedia, Inc. in the United States, Canada and/or other countries. Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners

Source: Expedia.com

CONTACT: Katie Deines of Expedia.com, +1-425-679-4317 or
press@expedia.com

Web site: http://www.expedia.com/

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Havens Announces Spectacular New Manhattan Residence

2005-09-13T05:20:00.000-07:00

Havens Announces Spectacular New Manhattan Residence

Dramatic 40th floor Retreat Boasts Breathtaking Views and Spacious Luxury in the Heart of the World's Most Exciting City

NEW YORK, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Havens, the boutique luxury residence club, today announced the introduction of its newest metropolitan residence, a unique home in the heart of Manhattan that is sure to become a sought-after destination for travel by Havens' members.

Perched high above the city on the 40th floor of one of the most heralded new residential addresses on Manhattan's Upper East Side, Havens' new two bedroom, two bathroom residence blends the best of a private residence and a luxury hotel that offers a remarkable level of service and amenities including a health club and private entertainment suite. The residence is replete with the finest amenities and finishes, including marble mosaic flooring, Italian stone countertops, and Brazilian granite floors, and is decorated in a casually elegant style that is a hallmark of Havens' design philosophy.

Located just steps from Central Park, Fifth Avenue and Museum Mile, Havens' New York residence is perfectly situated to take advantage of all the wonders of the city. Boasting an ideal location and brilliant design, the residence also showcases unforgettable views of the city's architectural landmarks and Central Park through floor-to-ceiling glass walls that bathe the residence in natural light by day and the glowing ambience of the city by evening. Members will delight in the high-ceilinged spaciousness and exquisite light that await them in this calm and airy retreat.

"We conducted an extensive search to find the perfect new residence in Manhattan and are extremely proud to welcome our members to our home in the sky," said Dejan Bucevski, President, Havens. "Havens is the only destination club to call this address home and we expect our members will be completely spoiled by their time spent with us when they visit New York."

This newest metropolitan residence joins Havens' growing "Cityscapes" destination portfolio that includes residences in London, Paris, Chicago and Las Vegas.

About Havens: Havens is a boutique luxury destination club attracting savvy travelers in pursuit of the ultimate vacation experience. An attractive choice for a discerning few, Havens provides members, their families and friends with a level of service, flexibility and luxury that is unparalleled in the industry. Through a private community limited to just 400 members, Havens members can travel whenever they like to a growing portfolio of multi-million dollar residences in the world's most desirable destinations, including Telluride, Colorado; Punta Esmeralda, Mexico; New York City; London and Scotland, while avoiding the hassles of mega destination clubs. Each Havens residence combines the elegance of a luxury home with the services and personalized attention of a luxury resort, including experienced specialists on hand to cater to every need. For more information on Havens, visit http://www.havensclub.com/.

Source: Havens, Inc.

CONTACT: Alecia Pulman of Financial Dynamics, +1-212-850-5600, for
Havens

Web site: http://www.havensclub.com/

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InterContinental Hotels Group's Americas Region 2nd Quarter Results Show it Continues to Execute Against its Franchise and Management Growth Strategies

2005-09-13T05:17:00.001-07:00

InterContinental Hotels Group's Americas Region 2nd Quarter Results Show it Continues to Execute Against its Franchise and Management Growth Strategies

IHG's Americas region sets new company record for franchise growth and number of Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts licensed in a quarter

ATLANTA, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- As reported in the IHG Plc. 2nd Quarter stock exchange announcement issued on September 8th, the Americas region of InterContinental Hotels Group, (IHG) (NYSE:IHG) (ADRs), the world's largest and most global hotel company, continues to show great momentum as it executes against its franchise and management growth strategies.

"The 2nd Quarter was a phenomenal period, the Americas franchise development team set a new company record for franchise growth with the licensing of 106 hotels (12,382 rooms)," said Kirk Kinsell, SVP and chief development officer, the Americas, IHG. "With continued focus on IHG's upscale brands, the Americas franchise development team built on the continued growth momentum of the Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts brand by establishing its fastest-growing quarter with the licensing of seven hotels."

With 619 hotels (62,891 rooms) in the pipeline, IHG's Americas region continues to grow its system through franchising and management contracts. An already established region with 2,807 hotels (385,864 rooms) in 25 countries, IHG's growth in the Americas remains steady with the opening of 56 hotels, which is a year-over-year increase of 62.8% room growth for the quarter.

"IHG is the premiere lodging company to invest with," said Kinsell. "We will continue to be the company that refines its products to meet franchisee and customer needs, looks at innovative ways to increase revenue and pioneers industry-shaping initiatives like the Lowest Internet Rate Guarantee, certification of third party online travel companies and offering nine full- functionality Web sites where guests can complete the booking process in their native language: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese and Spanish."

IHG's Hotel Management Group (HMG) is the largest manager of its branded hotels with 231 hotels in the Americas HMG (owned and/or managed) portfolio, and 569 globally in the HMG portfolio (owned and/or managed). IHG will continue to focus on growing its already large management portfolio by capitalizing on the strength of its brands and proven operational skills. IHG's continued development momentum in the Americas region is evidenced across all seven hotel brands (June 2005):

- InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, the IHG brand with international
understanding, has four hotels in the Americas pipeline to complement
its existing 44 upper-upscale segment hotels in the region. And, an
additional 17 hotels are in the global pipeline to complement its total
portfolio of 136 hotels worldwide.
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts was recently named the "Best Business
Hotel Brand" in Europe in a 2005 Readers' Poll conducted by Business
Traveller magazine.
- With IHG's increased emphasis on development of its upscale brands,
Crowne Plaza is expanding its North American portfolio with 23 hotels
in the pipeline to complement its existing 123 hotels. Crowne Plaza
continues to differentiate its brand offering with THE PLACE TO MEET
and the Crowne Plaza Sleep Advantage(TM) program.
- Holiday Inn, 'America's Favorite Hotel', continues its growth momentum
with 123 properties in the Americas pipeline to complement its 1,052
existing middle market hotels. With the success of the prototype and
proven performance of the Holiday Inn brand, 85% of the new deals
signed in 2nd Quarter of 2005 are new builds utilizing the prototype
plans.
Holiday Inn was recently named the "Best Mid-Market Hotel Brand in the
World", as well as the "Best Mid-Market Hotel Brand in Asia-Pacific" in
a 2005 Readers' Poll conducted by Business Traveller magazine.
- Holiday Inn Express, the fastest-growing hotel brand in the limited-
service hotel category, has 349 properties in the Americas development
pipeline. It continues to open an average of two hotels per week, and
has grown to more than 1,391 hotels since its introduction in the early
1990s.
- Hotel Indigo, the industry's first lifestyle brand, delivers a
refreshing, inclusive hotel experience in response to prevailing
consumer trends. With Hotel Indigo's phenomenal reception, it is primed
for continued expansion across the U.S. The first Hotel Indigo opened
in Atlanta in October 2004 and a second location recently opened in
Chicago's historic Gold Coast neighborhood in May 2005. There are two
properties in the pipeline scheduled to open by end of year 2005, one
that will open in the Chicago-Palatine and another in Sarasota, Fla.
- Staybridge Suites reached 75 hotels faster than any other competitor in
the upscale extended-stay segment with 83 now open and an additional 63
in the Americas pipeline.
- Acquired by IHG at the end of 2004, Candlewood Suites has more hotels
in the pipeline than any other brand in the midscale extended-stay
segment. It has 111 properties with another 55 properties in the
Americas pipeline. The Candlewood Suites brand is a great example of
how IHG's Enterprise Values can drive performance of a brand. Its
RevPAR increased for the fifteenth consecutive month in July 2005,
growing at a double digit rate in six of the past seven months and up
15.7% year-to-date.

Helping further the success and momentum of its brands, IHG's integrated approach helps unify marketing initiatives so that hotels benefit from each others efforts and learn from each other -- while keeping the brands distinct and differentiated to their customer segments. This is done by offering current and prospective franchisees a multi-brand marketing platform comprised of our Enterprise Values -- technology, global reservations centers, global sales, performance support, and Priority Club(R) Rewards; as well as, fostering a collaborative, 'Together We're Stronger' relationship with its hotel owners.

Source: InterContinental Hotels Group

CONTACT: Charlotte Wood, +1-770-604-2429, or
charlotte.wood@ichotelsgroup.com, or Carolyn Hergert, +1-770-604-8248, or
carolyn.hergert@ichotelsgroup.com , both of InterContinental Hotels Group

Web site: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/
http://www.6c.com/
http://www.priorityclub.com/
http://www.ihgplc.com/media

NOTE TO EDITORS: InterContinental Hotels Group PLC of the United Kingdom (NYSE: IHG; London) (ADRs) is the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms. InterContinental Hotels Group owns, manages, leases or franchises, through various subsidiaries, more than 3,500 hotels and over 537,000 guest rooms in nearly 100 countries and territories around the world. The Group owns a portfolio of well recognized and respected hotel brands including InterContinental(R) Hotels & Resorts, Crowne Plaza(R) Hotels & Resorts, Holiday Inn(R) Hotels and Resorts, Holiday Inn Express(R), Staybridge Suites(R), Candlewood Suites(R) and Hotel Indigo(TM), and also manages the world's largest hotel loyalty program, Priority Club(R) Rewards, with over 26 million members worldwide. In addition to this, InterContinental Hotels Group has a 47.5% interest in Britvic, one of the two leading manufacturers of soft drinks, by value and volume, in Great Britain. InterContinental Hotels Group offers information and online reservations for all its hotel brands at www.ichotelsgroup.com and information for the Priority Club Rewards program at www.priorityclub.com. For the latest news from InterContinental Hotels Group, visit our online Press Office at www.ihgplc.com/media.

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Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas Selects Materials Management System from Agilysys, Inc.

2005-09-13T05:17:00.000-07:00

Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas Selects Materials Management System from Agilysys, Inc.

Industry-Leading Software System Chosen for Inventory & Procurement Operations

CLEVELAND, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Agilysys, Inc., (NASDAQ:AGYS) a leading provider of enterprise computer solutions and hospitality software solutions, announced that Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas has selected the Materials Management System (MMS) to streamline inventory and procurement operations at the 430-room property.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030915/AGLSLOGO)

MMS, the industry's leading procurement and inventory system, is a turnkey software solution with specific functionality geared to the hospitality industry. Its reliability, capacity for handling high-volume activities and incorporation of a full-function accounting backbone in an enterprise-wide paperless environment set the system apart from its competitors. MMS allows properties of all sizes to manage the entire procurement process via e-commerce from the point of hotel development to day-to-day operations.

"We selected MMS because of its track record in the gaming industry," said Chris Jarvis, director of information technology at Palms Casino Resort. "MMS has an outstanding reputation for streamlining operations, and, through accurate inventory and purchasing strategies, providing significant cost savings. We also have a longstanding relationship with the Agilysys team and complete confidence in their ability to provide a reliable product and stellar support."

According to Bill Lashley, senior vice president and general manager, Agilysys, the MMS software will give the property unprecedented planning and scheduling capabilities to manage the entire procurement process. "Through the incorporation of MMS, the Palms can expect to conserve resources, lower costs and maximize return on investment."

About Agilysys, Inc.

Agilysys is one of the foremost distributors and premier resellers of enterprise computer technology solutions. It has a proven track record of delivering complex server and storage hardware, software and services to resellers, large and medium-sized corporate customers and public-sector clients across a diverse set of industries. In addition, the company provides customer-centric software applications and services focused on the retail and hospitality markets. Headquartered in Mayfield Heights, OH, Agilysys has sales offices throughout the United States and Canada. For more information, visit www.agilysys.com.

About Palms Casino Resort

The Palms Casino Resort, heralded as one of the hippest resorts in Las Vegas, offers guests a major destination getaway with a relaxing and affordable resort atmosphere. Owned by the Maloof family, the $265 million, 430-room property boasts a diverse mix of restaurants and bars, a 95,000- square-foot casino; a 14-theater Cineplex and IMAX theater complex; a full- service spa and salon; and more than 20,000 square feet of meeting space. The resort is home to the hit television show The Real World: Las Vegas and the Bravo Celebrity Poker Showdown. For more information, visit www.palms.com.

Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030915/AGLSLOGO
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Agilysys, Inc.

CONTACT: Julie Young of Agilysys, Inc., +1-440-720-8602, or
julie.young@agilysys.com; or Fran Worrall of InterCom Group for Agilysys,
Inc., +1-770-822-0794, or worrallf@charter.net

Web site: http://www.agilysys.com/
http://www.palms.com/

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In-Systcom, Inc. Has Been Chosen by The Mar-a-Lago Club to Install Its ResortLynx(TM) Infotainment System

2005-09-13T04:36:00.001-07:00

In-Systcom, Inc. Has Been Chosen by The Mar-a-Lago Club to Install Its ResortLynx(TM) Infotainment System

ALPHARETTA, Ga., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- In-Systcom, Inc. (Pink Sheets: ISYJ), a firm that provides interactive entertainment solutions to the Luxury Resort, Hotel and Cruise Ship industries, today announced the installation of its ResortLynx(TM)Infotainment System throughout the prestigious Palm Beach, Fl 18-acre property, The Mar-a-Lago Club.

The ResortLynx(TM) Infotainment System will be installed throughout the 110,000-sq.-ft., 118-room Moorish-style mansion and adjacent buildings wherever a television resides. With ResortLynx(TM), the members-only establishment, catering to Palm Beach's social elite and world-wide celebrity clientele, will provide their guests with incomparable convenience to the Internet (Broadband), real-time financial data, Video-On-Demand, and customized concierge-type access, to name a few.

"To have our ResortLynx(TM) system surrounded by the first-rate accommodations and five-star amenities of The Mar-a-Lago Club is a true testament to the exceptional quality and ingenuity we call our own. We believe the addition of the ResortLynx(TM) system to The Mar-a-Lago Club will heighten the already stellar reputation of this property," stated Wil Riner Sr., Chairman and CEO of In-Systcom, Inc.

About The Mar-a-Lago Club

Located on Ocean Boulevard between Lake Worth and the Atlantic Ocean, The Mar-a-Lago Club is the former estate of cereal heiress Marjorie Merriweather Post. The original 1927 Moorish style main house & adjacent buildings have been meticulously restored, showcasing the original Spanish tiles & carved coral architectural details. The property now serves as an exclusive private club and spa whose members and guests include the Palm Beach social elite and celebrities around the world. For more information please visit: www.trump.com

About In-Systcom, Inc.

In-Systcom, Inc. provides interactive entertainment and communication solutions to the luxury resort, hotel and cruise ship markets. ResortLynx(TM) delivers Video on Demand at MPEG2 and MPEG4 encoded rates, high speed internet access (HSIA) to the room/suite TV screen, WiFi to the guest Laptop and Mobile TV to cell phones, PDA's and Pocket PCs. The use of ADSL as transport for ResortLynx(TM) allows high video data rates combined with ease of installation since existing telephone cabling is used. The use of ResortLynx(TM) in thousands of suites & rooms prove the success of this unique technology combination. Please visit the company website at www.insystcom.com.

Safe Harbor Forward-Looking Statements

Statements contained in this release that are not strictly historical are "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The forward-looking statements are made based on information available as of the date hereof, and the company assumes no obligation to update such forward-looking statements. Editors and investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements invoke risk and uncertainties and the company's actual results may differ from these forward- looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include but are not limited to demand for the company's products and services, our ability to continue to develop markets, general economic conditions, our ability to secure additional financing for the company and other factors that may be more fully described in reports to shareholders and periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

For further information, please contact:
In-Systcom, Inc.
Jennifer Vanderhoff
Director of Sales & Marketing
jenny@insystcom.com
(770) 751 - 0003

Source: In-Systcom, Inc.

CONTACT: Jennifer Vanderhoff, Director of Sales & Marketing of
In-Systcom, Inc., +1-770-751-0003, or jenny@insystcom.com

Web site: http://www.insystcom.com/
http://www.trump.com/

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AAR Receives $30 Million Pallet Order From U.S. Air Force

2005-09-13T04:36:00.000-07:00

AAR Receives $30 Million Pallet Order From U.S. Air Force

WOOD DALE, Ill., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AAR (NYSE:AIR) announced today that its Mobility Systems division received an order for air cargo pallets from the U.S. Air Force valued at $30 million over the next year.

AAR provides standard pallets used by the U.S. Air Force to transport concentrated cargo. These pallets are designed to be used with the dual-rail cargo systems found on C-17, C-130, C-5 and C-141 military transport aircraft. AAR has been the primary supplier of pallets to the USAF since 1963.

"We are committed to providing the U.S. Air Force, and all our defense customers, with a variety of products and services that improve operational efficiency and mission readiness," said David P. Storch, President and Chief Executive Officer of AAR. "This new pallet order demonstrates how AAR's structures and systems have become an integral part of USAF operations. We look forward to continuing to provide equipment that meets the highest standards of quality and reliability."

Experience gained through the development of AAR's standard pallets has led to the design and manufacture of enhanced pallets and platforms, such as pallets for transport of ISO containers, custom pallets for unique cargo and quick-change palletized seat/galley/lavatory systems for a wide range of military and commercial aircraft.

AAR Mobility Systems, an operating division of AAR, manufactures containers, shelters and pallets for military customers and prime contractors. AAR is a diverse provider of products and value-added services to the worldwide aviation/aerospace industry. Headquartered in Wood Dale, Illinois, with locations around the world, AAR services commercial and government aircraft fleet operators and independent service customers by providing Aviation Supply Chain services; Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul services; Structures and Systems manufacturing and Aircraft Sales and Leasing. Further information can be found at http://www.aarcorp.com/ .

This press release contains certain statements relating to future results, which are forward-looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on beliefs of Company management, as well as assumptions and estimates based on information currently available to the Company, and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from historical results or those anticipated, including those factors discussed under Item 7, entitled "Factors Which May Affect Future Results", included in the Company's May 31, 2005 Form 10-K. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize adversely, or should underlying assumptions or estimates prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described. These events and uncertainties are difficult or impossible to predict accurately and many are beyond the Company's control. The Company assumes no obligation to publicly release the result of any revisions that may be made to any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of such statements or to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events. For additional information, see the comments included in AAR's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Source: AAR

CONTACT: Chris Mason, Director, Corporate Communications of AAR,
+1-630-227-2062, chris.mason@aarcorp.com

Web site: http://www.aarcorp.com/

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TRAVEL SAVVY Magazine Relaunches Today

2005-09-13T04:11:00.000-07:00

TRAVEL SAVVY Magazine Relaunches Today

First Magazine Devoted to 'Lists That Matter' Hits Stands Sept. 13, 2005

NEW YORK, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- David Letterman has his Top 10 list. People has its annual 50 most beautiful people. But only one magazine, TRAVEL SAVVY, is devoted to lists, capitalizing on an American obsession. The just re-launched bimonthly has a new look and new editorial focus: It makes travel sexy and smart. Under the direction of Editor-in-Chief Jill Brooke, a former CNN correspondent and New York Post and Daily News columnist, TRAVEL SAVVY is redefining the travel category.

The bimonthly consumer publication's September/October issue hits stands today. The cover price is $3.99 with a yearly subscription rate of $12.00.

Purchased by liquor mogul Sidney Frank in January, TRAVEL SAVVY's lists showcase the "best of" in every category: destinations, hotels, cuisine, nightlife, fashion, art and adventure -- with a twist. TRAVEL SAVVY taps acclaimed experts to provide lists that celebrate the travel lifestyle.

Only TRAVEL SAVVY magazine knows Ray Romano's 10 favorite restaurants; Uma Thurman's spiritual retreat; hip-hop entrepreneur Damon Dash's 5 hippest nightclubs; pop-culture author Chris Epting's 10 coolest pop pilgrimages; shark researcher Aidan Martin's exciting shark dives; Jo Malone's 8 aromatic hotels; and The Coffee Review's Kenneth Davids' most satisfying coffees.

"Anyone can Google a place and get travel information," says Brooke, "but the list concept sets us apart. Whether our experts give the best hotels for picky eaters worldwide, New York's most unusual attractions, the hottest tango clubs in Buenos Aires or the best seashell beaches, each list will provide top-notch information you can't get anywhere else."

TRAVEL SAVVY magazine editorial offices are located at 72 Madison Ave., New York, NY. To subscribe, visit: http://www.travelsavvymag.com/.

Source: Frank Media

CONTACT: Jennifer Kahn, +1-212-579-2010, or jkahn@kruppnyc.com

Web site: http://www.travelsavvymag.com/

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GOL Launches New Flights between Southern Brazil and Buenos Aires

2005-09-13T03:14:00.000-07:00

GOL Launches New Flights between Southern Brazil and Buenos Aires

SAO PAULO, Brazil, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- GOL Linhas Aereas Inteligentes (NYSE: GOL; Bovespa: GOLL4), Brazil's low-fare, low-cost airline, will begin operating direct flights from Porto Alegre in the state of Rio Grande do Sul (10.2 million inhabitants) and Florianopolis in the state of Santa Catarina (5.5 million inhabitants) to Buenos Aires, Argentina, on September 16, 2005. The Company decided to offer these new routes in order to meet customer demand in the southern region of Brazil for travel to Buenos Aires.

GOL's flights to Buenos Aires, its first international destination, have been very successful since they began eight months ago, as shown by a recent customer satisfaction study. The survey, which was completed by passengers on flights to and from Buenos Aires between April and July of this year, revealed that 83 percent of the Argentine passengers were "very satisfied" or "satisfied" with the airline. The results also showed the public's loyalty to the brand, with more than 92 percent of respondents saying they would fly GOL again and 89 percent of respondents saying they would "definitely" recommend GOL's services to friends and family.

Origin Destination Frequency Departure Arrival
(Brasilia Time)(Brasilia Time)

Porto Alegre Buenos Aires Monday 12 Noon 2:15 PM
(RS) (Argentina) through Friday

Buenos Aires Porto Alegre Monday 3:30 PM 5 PM
(Argentina) (RS) through Friday

Florianopolis Buenos Aires Weekends 12 Noon 2:10 PM
(SC) (Argentina)

Buenos Aires Florianopolis Weekends 3:30 PM 5:30 PM
(Argentina) (SC)

The full press release is available on our Investor Relations website at http://www.voegol.com.br/ir.

About GOL Linhas Aereas Inteligentes

GOL Linhas Aereas Inteligentes, a "low-cost, low-fare" airline, is one of the most profitable and fastest growing airlines in the industry worldwide. GOL listed its shares on the NYSE and the Bovespa in June 2004. For more information, flight times and fares, please access our site at http://www.voegol.com.br/ or call 0300-789-2121 in Brazil, 0810-266-3131 in Argentina, or 55 11 2125-3200 from overseas. GOL: here everyone can fly!

Source: GOL Linhas Aereas Inteligentes

CONTACT: Investor Relations of GOL Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A.,
+5511-5033 4393; Media - Brazil and Latin America: Juliana Cabrini,
juliana.cabrini@mvl.com.br, Roberta Corbioli, or Marcia Bertoncello, all of
MVL Comunicacao, +5511-3049-0343, or +5511-3049-0341; or Media - U.S. and
Europe: Gabriela Juncadella of Gavin Anderson & Company, +1-212-515-1957,
gjuncadella@gavinanderson.com

Web site: http://www.voegol.com.br/
http://www.voegol.com.br/ir

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Business Travelers Wild About Work Trips

2005-09-13T03:09:00.000-07:00

Business Travelers Wild About Work Trips

TripAdvisor Survey Also Reveals Travelers Are Big Tippers ... When Employer Picks Up the Tab

NEEDHAM, Mass., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- A recent TripAdvisor(TM) survey revealed that people are traveling often for work and are surprisingly enjoying it. Fifty-five percent of respondents travel for business at least once per month and 13 percent travel at least five times a month. Despite the complaints you hear at the water cooler, 55 percent of respondents admitted to enjoying business travel, while 41 percent consider it a necessary evil. Only four percent said it's something they avoid at all costs. More than 500 travelers completed the survey.

Apparently, money is no object -- when it's company money. Fifty-three percent of respondents admitted they are likely to tip more generously when it's a business expense than when it's coming from their own bank account.

What's the best thing about traveling for work? Visiting new places, according to 44 percent of respondents. Only 17 percent chose frequent flier miles.

Business travelers appear to like road fare -- only eight percent cited having to eat out all the time as the worst thing about traveling for business. Forty-two percent said missing their significant other and family is the worst thing about business travel, while 25 percent said the worst thing is visiting new places but not having time to explore.

Business travelers revealed the biggest turn-offs about hotels when traveling for work. Topping the list were non-smoking rooms that reek of smoke and uncomfortable beds.

"This survey showed that business travelers like hitting the road for work and they are doing it frequently," said Michele Perry, TripAdvisor spokesperson. "While most business travelers are likely toting laptops, I found it interesting that only 36 percent of respondents were bothered by poor Internet access in hotels."

As far as rental cars go, it's the service not the product that annoys travelers. While only 12 percent are dissatisfied with the types of cars offered, 37 percent note that their greatest frustration is long lines due to limited service staff.

The biggest annoyance for business travelers flying for work: a kid kicking their seat on an airplane, according to 53 percent of respondents.

About TripAdvisor(TM)

TripAdvisor.com(TM) is the leading global travel information and advice destination, with more than 2.7 million unbiased reviews and opinions and covering 200,000+ hotels and attractions. With more than 18 million unique monthly visitors worldwide (source: comScore Media Metrix, July 2005), TripAdvisor(TM) features real advice from real travelers and easy access to major online travel sites, including Expedia.com(R), Orbitz, Hotels.com(TM) and American Airlines, for the best deals on the Web. TripAdvisor(TM) (http://www.tripadvisor.com/) offers travel suppliers a cost-per-click marketing platform, so customers pay only for leads, not impressions, with every campaign. Winner of dozens of awards, including PC Magazine's Top 100 Web Sites and Forbes Best of the Web, TripAdvisor is an operating company of Expedia, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXPE).

"TripAdvisor" and "TripAdvisor.com" are trademarks of TripAdvisor, Inc. All other products or company names mentioned are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Source: TripAdvisor

CONTACT: Brooke Ferencsik of TripAdvisor, +1-781-444-1113 x275, or
brooke@tripadvisor.com

Web site: http://www.tripadvisor.com/

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Avaya and SITA SC Form Global Alliance Dedicated to the Travel and Transportation Industry

2005-09-13T03:06:00.000-07:00

Avaya and SITA SC Form Global Alliance Dedicated to the Travel and Transportation Industry

Leading Communications Providers Join Forces to Supply Advanced IP-Based Communication Solutions to the Travel and Transportation Industry Worldwide

FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Avaya Inc. (NYSE:AV), a leading global provider of business communications applications, systems and services, and SITA SC, the only global communication services integrator dedicated to the travel and transportation industry (TTI), today announced a global alliance to bring next generation of Internet Protocol (IP)-based communication products and services to the industry.

The companies will jointly supply and tailor advanced IP-based communication products and services, such as IP Telephony and Contact Centres, for SITA's 2,000+ customers and members. TTI customers will benefit from Avaya's global market leadership in IP telephony combined with SITA's experience and leadership in communication services integration for the TTI community.

Under the terms of the agreement, SITA will be licensed to resell Avaya's industry leading portfolio of products in over 220 countries and territories.

Through the agreement, SITA becomes part of a select group of strategic partners in Avaya's global alliance programme, targeted at system integrators and service providers. The programme will provide SITA with the resources, infrastructure and sales support required to supply integrated Avaya-managed solutions to its TTI customers worldwide.

The partnership brings best practices in networking and technology to the travel and transportation industry by combining Avaya's advanced portfolio of converged IP Telephony products with SITA's in-depth understanding of the sector. The alliance is the first of its kind in this sector for Avaya.

"Today travel and transportation companies must rely on technology more than ever before and they are under constant pressure to provide flexible environments that support the changing needs of their networks, all while reducing IT-related costs," says Brijdeep Sahi, Vice President of Marketing at SITA SC. "By leveraging converged data and voice solutions companies become more flexible and can provide better security and service to all of their clients, all while significantly driving down traditional communication costs."

"The travel and transport industry is now ready to embrace a new era of communication. Through this strategic alliance, we are able to provide customers in this industry with the best SITA and Avaya have to offer, our combined respective areas of expertise," said Lars Ole Hansen, regional vice president, EMEA, Avaya. "IP telephony reduces costs and increases operational efficiency through unified and flexible networks, specific applications and a cost effective IP migration strategy."

About Avaya

Avaya Inc. designs, builds and manages communications networks for more than one million businesses worldwide, including over 90 percent of the FORTUNE 500(R). Focused on businesses large to small, Avaya is a world leader in secure and reliable Internet Protocol telephony systems and communications software applications and services. Driving the convergence of voice and data communications with business applications -- and distinguished by comprehensive worldwide services -- Avaya helps customers leverage existing and new networks to achieve superior business results. For more information visit the Avaya Web site: http://www.avaya.com/.

About SITA

SITA SC is the only global Communication Services Integrator dedicated to the travel and transportation industry (TTI), providing consultancy in the design, deployment and management of complex communications solutions and reliably implementing, integrating and managing communication services. SITA SC is a commercially-managed not-for-profit organization, set up and wholly- owned by the air transport community.

Local, globally, SITA delivers solutions and services to the TTI and to international organizations and governments over the world's most extensive communication network. SITA SC supports the TTI in driving down costs, removing complexity and improving operational performance. As a cooperative, any profit it generates is returned to its member customers. It is registered in Brussels.

Further information can be found at: http://www.sita.aero/.

Source: Avaya Inc.

CONTACT: Media, Tim Brill, +44-1483-308075, timbrill@avaya.com, or Scott
Horne, +1-908-953-3476, horne@avaya.com, both of Avaya Inc.; or Michael
Clevestig of SITA SC, +41-22-747-6457, Michael.Clevestig@SITA.aero; or
Investors, Matt Booher of Avaya Inc., +1-908-953-7500, mbooher@avaya.com

Web site: http://www.avaya.com/
http://www.sita.aero/

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Moscow Domodedovo Airport Expands and Improves Services to Satisfy Needs of Growing Traffic

2005-09-13T03:04:00.000-07:00

Moscow Domodedovo Airport Expands and Improves Services to Satisfy Needs of Growing Traffic

MOSCOW, September 13/PRNewswire/ -- Moscow Domodedovo International Airport has embarked on improving the
quality of services provided to passengers in a sweeping campaign aimed at
satisfying the needs of its growing traffic.

Within the framework of the campaign, Domodedovo Airport started offering
a new opportunity to check flight status with the help of SMS alerts that
allow passengers to get information on current flight status and its
changes on their mobile phones.

The Airport also launched a new technology of servicing children based on
experience of servicing large groups of passengers arriving in Moscow
during Russia's most popular holidays.

Domodedovo Airhotel, which is part of the Domodedovo Airport Complex,
started providing wireless access to the Internet, Wi-Fi, on its territory.
Comstar, Russia's leading IT company, made a Wi-Fi system operational in
Domodedovo Airhotel within a record short period of time, less than six
months.

"We are the No.1 airport in Russia, and we should constantly work to
improve the quality of services provided to a permanently growing number of
passengers. We are servicing various categories of people and want all of
them to fall in love with the Airport, so bright, so friendly and so
convenient. Upon arrival at Domodedovo, you can do some shopping, have a
cup of coffee at a cafe, watch a movie at a cozy waiting hall in the
terminal or do practically anything you like," Dmitri Kamenshchik, Chairman
of the Board, EAST LINE Group that manages Domodedovo, said.

New services are also available at the Domodedovo passenger terminal,
which is the most advanced and comfortable terminal in Russia. Its high
quality of services is recognized by international certificates. Now it
offers comfortable conditions to all passenger categories. The terminal
provides the services of a VIP lounge and a lounge for official delegations,
as well as business lounges for international and domestic flights. Large
international and domestic airlines opened lounges specifically for their
passengers.

Particular attention is given to disabled persons: the terminal has a
special department with highly qualified professionals.

Domodedovo offers the services of a comfortable, twenty-four hour mother
and child facility for children under eight accompanied by a parent.
Visitors are granted the use of a large waiting lounge with comfortable
chairs, a playroom, a kitchen, feeding areas and a sanitary and hygiene
room. Parents can leave their children here, supervised by teachers and
staff, while complete the pre-flight formalities.

The Airport also has a developed transport infrastructure that provides
for fast and comfortable transfers from the centre of Moscow to the Airport.
Passengers can get to Domodedovo by car or a bus choosing a modern
high-speed motorway. Additionally, there is a high-speed railway linking
the Airport to a city terminal located at the Paveletsky railway station in
Moscow.

January-July 2005 results indicate that Moscow Domodedovo International
Airport maintains the leading position in terms of passenger traffic in the
Moscow aviation hub. The airport's overall turnover in the first seven months
of 2005 reached 7.5 million passengers, a 12.3% increase over the same period
of 2004. The highest growth in passenger numbers was recorded on routes to
such destinations as Antalya, Tel Aviv, Tashkent, Sharm el Sheikh, Barcelona,
Sochi and Frankfurt. Domodedovo Airport serviced 1.6 million passengers on
those routes - 150% up against the results of January-July 2004.
July's passenger turnover amounted to 1.6 million passengers, an increase
of 15.5% over July 2004.

Source: Domodedovo International Airport

Vladimir Gushchin, International Media Relations Manager, EAST LINE Group/Domodedovo International Airport, Tel.: +7-(095)-7953427, Email: VladimirGushchin@eastline.ru

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Get Away to Stay in Touch!

2005-09-13T02:32:00.000-07:00

Get Away to Stay in Touch!

K-Y(R) Brand Declares September 17, 2005 the Second Annual NATIONAL DATE NIGHT(TM)

SKILLMAN, N.J., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- How many times a day do you imagine you and your partner "getting away" from it all? Getting away doesn't have to be a trip for two to a tropical island -- it's simply escaping everyday stresses to spend quality time alone with your partner. According to a recently commissioned K-Y(R) Brand survey of women between the ages of 25 and 65 who have been in a committed relationship for three years or more, couples are too caught up in the distractions of daily life to spend real romantic time with each other. Seventy-six percent of women surveyed wish they could spend more romantic "alone" time with their partner. Instead, couples claim they are sleeping, working or taking care of the kids rather than spending quality time together. For this reason, K-Y(R) Brand has declared September 17, 2005 the second annual K-Y(R) Brand NATIONAL DATE NIGHT(TM) -- a designated night to drop everything and spend that much needed time with your spouse.

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This year, K-Y(R) Brand has partnered with Tango, the new magazine about relationships, to celebrate K-Y(R) Brand NATIONAL DATE NIGHT(TM). The need to revive romance between couples united the two parties, and now K-Y(R) Brand and Tango are determined to motivate couples to get away to stay in touch! In other words, reconnect, and what better day to do it than on date night, September 17th.

K-Y(R) Brand NATIONAL DATE NIGHT(TM) encourages couples to "get away" and take part in activities that reinvigorate the romance in their relationship. According to renowned relationship expert and author Lana Holstein M.D., "Massage is the perfect gift for your intimate partner at the end of a hectic day." Give a massage with the new K-Y(R) Brand TOUCH MASSAGE(TM) oils, available in five sensual aromas, and you'll instantly be transported to a dreamy destination. Dr. Holstein adds, "Touch without demand is not only a tool for love, but also a profound means of reestablishing connection for committed, yet often distracted, couples."

According to the survey, 57 percent of women say "getting away" from their normal routine means taking a vacation away from home -- but it doesn't have to be! Andrea Miller, founder of Tango attests, "K-Y(R) Brand NATIONAL DATE NIGHT(TM) is the perfect excuse for all couples to go out and do something fun together. It's especially easy, once you have been together for some time, to get complacent, which is why we're really encouraging those who are married to go on an actual date -- even book a hotel room for the night!"

Check out the latest issue of Tango, on shelves September 13 or visit http://www.ky.com/ for more information and tips on how you can truly enjoy K-Y(R) Brand NATIONAL DATE NIGHT(TM). Mark it on the calendar; K-Y(R) Brand NATIONAL DATE NIGHT(TM) is September 17, 2005!

About K-Y(R) Brand TOUCH MASSAGE(TM) Body Massage Oils

K-Y(R) Brand TOUCH MASSAGE(TM) is a new line of scented body massage oils from K-Y(R) Brand. The unique formulation gently glides onto skin, providing the ideal surface for a full body massage. The products have been tested with massage therapists and skin care experts to guarantee an enjoyable, gentle experience. The five available scents are: PARIS TWILIGHT(TM), BALI MOONLIGHT(TM), FIRESIDE(TM), SAPPHIRE GLOW(TM) and SECRET GROVE(TM). In addition, K-Y(R) Brand TOUCH MASSAGE(TM) 2-in-1 WARMING(TM) is the first and only warming body massage and personal lubricant in one and the only body massage product that creates a warming sensation on contact. The unscented formula glides gently on the skin and is condom compatible. K-Y(R) Brand TOUCH MASSAGE(TM) products are available at drug, food and mass retailers at the suggested retail price of $10.99.

About Tango

Tango is the trademark of Tango Publishing Inc. -- a privately funded company which also operates a full service website, http://www.tangomag.com/. Tango has sales and editorial offices in Manhattan, New York. The independently published title sells for a cover price of $4.99 and will publish four issues in 2005 at a rate base of 100,000. Tango is distributed nationwide by Comag Marketing Group, LLC (CMG), a jointly owned company of the Hearst Corporation and Conde Nast Publications.

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PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: K-Y Brand

CONTACT: Alyssa Fromkin, +1-212-367-6938, alyssa.fromkin@eurorscg.com,
or Shauna Alexander, +1-212-367-6622, shauna.alexander@eurorscg.com, both of
Euro RSCG Magnet, for K-Y Brand

Web site: http://www.ky.com/
http://www.tangomag.com/

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Fall Activities Abound in Georgetown County, South Carolina

2005-09-13T02:13:00.000-07:00

Fall Activities Abound in Georgetown County, South Carolina

Events Feature Musical Tributes, Art Exhibits, a Wooden Boat Show and more

GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Energizing concerts, gallery tours, antique shopping, live theater, succulent dining, unique crafts, wine tasting and an estimated 100 classic boats on display along the downtown boardwalk. Nestled along South Carolina's pristine coastline, Georgetown County has something for everyone this fall with the Pawleys Island Festival of Music and Art, the Atalaya Arts and Crafts Festival, the 16th Annual Wooden Boat Show and much more.

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The 2005 Pawleys Island Festival of Music and Art, which begins Sept. 30 and ends Oct. 23, features 12 musical and art events, including a concert with three-time Grammy Award winning jazz saxophonist Branford Marsalis, the Pawleys Island Wine Festival, children's theater production of Pinocchio and a 1940s-style music and dance revue. All events are held at Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark. Tickets are available online, or through the Festival office at 843-237-4774. For detailed event information, visit www.pawleysmusic.com.

The Atalaya Arts & Crafts Festival takes place each September at the site of the historic "Atalaya" castle at Huntington Beach State Park in Litchfield. This year, the event will be held September 22-25. Hundreds of juried artists and their works of art ranging from pastels, oils, glass, woodworking, sculpture, and more will be displayed for the public to view. Food, beverages and music are provided for visitors. For further information, please call 843-237-4440.

And finally, October 15 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. visitors can enjoy the 16th Annual Wooden Boat Show. Georgetown will celebrate its appreciation for wooden boats and its maritime heritage with demonstrations, entertainment, music, food and rowing relay races on the Sampit River. An estimated 100 classic wooden boats will be displayed in the water along the boardwalk and on Front Street. For more information, call 877-285-3888 or visit www.woodenboatshow.com.

Georgetown County, the oldest family resort area in the nation and one of the newest All-America communities, extends from Garden City Beach south to the Santee river at the Charleston County line and offers visitors an array of opportunities - from fishing and boating to historical tours, a variety of dining experiences, 15 public golf courses, quaint inns and upscale resort accommodations, and more. For more information on Georgetown County, including an up-to-date listing of events, please visit our Web site at www.visitgeorgetowncountysc.com.

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AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Georgetown County Visitors Bureau

CONTACT: Kim Asbill for Georgetown County Visitors Bureau,
+1-803-808-0325, or asbillpr@sc.rr.com, or Grace Brock of Georgetown County
Visitors Bureau at +1-843-235-6595, or gcvb@sc.rr.com

Web site: http://www.cnsg.com/
http://www.pawleysmusic.com/
http://www.woodenboatshow.com/
http://www.visitgeorgetowncountysc.com/

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Dominican Republic's Natural Environment Offers Adrenaline Rush

2005-09-13T02:12:00.001-07:00

Dominican Republic's Natural Environment Offers Adrenaline Rush

CABARETE, Dominican Republic, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Adventure seekers around the world will be more than satisfied with the abundance of thrilling, heart racing activities the Dominican Republic (DR) offers. With its nine diverse ecological zones, the DR features the highest and lowest sea level points in the Caribbean. Hence, the DR's natural playground ensures an adrenaline rush to last visitors the day, week or a lifetime.

For those with an itch to climb, Pico Duarte, located in the DR's central region, provides ideal hiking opportunities. Standing at 10,128 feet above sea level the peak is the highest point in the Caribbean and requires three days to reach by foot. A challenging adventure, Pico Duarte can be climbed through organized tours with an experienced guide.

In addition to climbing the Caribbean's highest peak, intrepid explorers can also enjoy canyoning, which incorporates hiking, swimming, rock climbing, jumping and repelling, and finishes off with a dip into refreshing mountain waters. This activity is most often performed within the Cordillera Central at the Jimenoa River, located in the DR's central region.

For visitors who can't get enough of the clear Caribbean waters, the city of Cabarete, located on the DR's north coast, is a prime location for an array of water sports. Due to its perfect combination of wind, water and waves, Cabarete is considered one of the world's top five destinations for kiteboarding and windsurfing.

While similar to surfing, kiteboarding takes the sport to a whole new level. Using a large kite to carefully balance on a board, this water sport has become so popular in the DR that Cabarete Beach is known as "Kite Beach." Rightfully so, Cabarete recently hosted the "Presidente Kiteboarding World Cup" for the fourth time.

Extreme sports enthusiasts will appreciate the unpredictable waters of the Rio Jimenoa, Rio Yaque del Norte and Rio Baiguate in the DR's central region. Here, whitewater rafting is at its best, with each river providing heart-pounding adventure at levels from novice to expert.

Ever hear of cascading? A unique and thrilling experience, participants climb to the top of a waterfall and "cascade" to the pool at the bottom. On the way down, multiple jumps are completed with at least one through a waterfall. A great spot for cascading in addition to a breathtaking view is the Salto de Jimenoa waterfall.

Additional activities to try include: caving, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, kayaking, mountain biking, sandboarding and scuba diving, to name a few.

Source: Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism

CONTACT: Patty Tazalla, BVK PR, +1-414-247-2174, ptazalla@bvk.com , or
Laura Tanin, BVK PR, +1-414-351-9563, laurat@bvk.com

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Afghanistan: Breathtaking, Way Off the Beaten Track and Open for Travel

2005-09-13T02:12:00.000-07:00

Afghanistan: Breathtaking, Way Off the Beaten Track and Open for Travel

Tourism Gains with Improving Stability

HONG KONG, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- "Though Afghanistan's south remains dangerous, in the north and west one can see breathtaking landscapes and cultural treasures. Among them: Kabul; Bamiyan; Balkh, terminus of the Silk Road where Alexander the Great married; and Herat, site of ancient architecture and the contemporary Literary Circle where women organized to study, defying the Taliban." So says Matthew Leeming, who has visited Afghanistan regularly since 1993, and who set up the first tour company for Afghanistan in 2002.

In hopes of introducing his beloved, wild land to more people, the adventurous Leeming teamed up with a fellow Oxfordian -- Bijan Omrani, who loves sitting in libraries -- to deliver the definitive guide to Afghanistan. Where Leeming's nomadic exploits give us practical information, Omrani's meticulous history -- along with 307 photographs -- tempts us to make the trip. In writing Afghanistan: A Companion and Guide, (Odyssey Publications, $29.95), available online and in bookstores, Omrani dug deep into source materials in French, German, English, Arabic, Greek, Latin and Farsi.

Having combed 3,500 years of Afghan history, Omrani summarizes, "Afghanistan is where many of the world's great empires -- the Persians, the Moghuls, the British and the Soviet Union -- were first violently challenged, in fact put onto the path of total defeat. Afghanistan must be self-governing. There is hope that this great wilderness may, through continued contact with civil society, be nurtured on its current path to stability and self-sufficiency."

In the foreword by Hamid Karzai, elected President of Afghanistan: "As peace returns with the establishment of democracy and the rule of law, visitors are beginning to re-discover the snow-capped mountains ... the rivers and glaciers ... the wondrous treasures of the Kabul Museum."

Of the tourist trade, Leeming says, "Though Afghanistan remains essentially untamed, it's becoming easier to get around. An octogenarian English couple and a group of retirement age trekkers from Hong Kong have just made separate voyages through the north. While logistics, the lodges and the chaikhanas (tea houses) are improving, the wildlife, the trekking and the people remain simply incredible."

Afghanistan: A Companion and Guide, $29.95, available at http://www.odysseypublications.com/ or through W.W. Norton Books http://www.wwnorton.com/ in U.S.

Source: China Productions

CONTACT: Janet Carmosky, +1-518-894-4805, janetcarmosky@hotmail.com, or
Magnus Bartlett, magnus@odysseypublications.com, both for China Productions

Web site: http://www.wwnorton.com/
http://www.odysseypublications.com/

NOTE TO EDITORS: Author interviews possible. Review copies, images available.

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Cruise Critic Predicts Cruising's Latest Trends

2005-09-13T02:10:00.000-07:00

Cruise Critic Predicts Cruising's Latest Trends

PENNINGTON, N.J., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- In an era in which cruise lines are searching for ways to carve out their own niches, trends are constantly developing and evolving. At Cruise Critic (http://www.cruisecritic.com/), the nation's leading consumer information source for cruise travel, we're also thinking ahead to 2006. Here's what to watch over the next year in cruising:

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050913/NYFNSE02 )

More Family-Oriented Amenities

The Family Cruise Explosion. From the "good news, bad news" corner here at Cruise Critic, we watch cruise lines' all-consuming desire to attract families with some trepidation. The positive aspect is that a cruise can be a perfect family vacation. The potential downside? Ships that aren't prepared for families -- via kid-related programs and facilities -- can have trouble managing hundreds of energetic children.

Pool Decks. Royal Caribbean is pioneering a whole new approach -- one that more closely emulates a water park rather than a traditional pool area.

Is McDonald's Next? More and more cruise lines are incorporating favorite brand names into cruise ship restaurants and facilities -- most notably Royal Caribbean's Ben & Jerry's ice cream and Fisher Price under-three kids' activities, Carnival's teen program with Coca-Cola, and Norwegian Cruise Line's partnership with Second City.

The Teen Conundrum. Cruise lines, running with a trend that really began last year, continue to scratch their heads to try to find teen cruisers an experience that will appeal to them (and keep them busy and out of trouble, too).

Increased Cost of Cruising

Fuel Surcharges. In addition to all of the other a la carte features you pay for onboard (spa treatments, shore excursions, craft activities, alternative restaurants), Crystal and Radisson Seven Seas Cruises have already passed fuel surcharges on to passengers -- and we expect more lines to follow suit.

More Exotic Destinations

World Cruises. More popular than expected last year, world cruises continue to gain momentum with the announcement that in 2007, Cunard's Queen Mary 2 will join Queen Elizabeth 2 in offering an around-the-world sailing.

Down Under Cruises. Australia and New Zealand couldn't be more perfectly suited for cruise travel -- and it looks like Americans are starting to take the plunge.

About Cruise Critic

Cruise Critic, celebrating its tenth anniversary this year, is a comprehensive cruise vacation planning guide which includes cruise reviews, ports of call profiles, cruise features, message boards, member reviews and cruise news. Cruise Critic was named to Travel & Leisure's "The 35 Best Travel Sites" in 2004 and has also received the Society of American Travel Writers' Lowell Thomas Bronze Award.

CONTACT:
Carolyn Spencer Brown, Editor
editor@cruisecritic.com
609-730-9155 x17

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AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Cruise Critic

CONTACT: Carolyn Spencer Brown, Editor, Cruise Critic,
editor@cruisecritic.com, +1-609-730-9155 x17

Web site: http://www.cruisecritic.com/

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Are You Paying Hidden Fees When Booking Hotel Rooms?

2005-09-13T02:09:00.000-07:00

Are You Paying Hidden Fees When Booking Hotel Rooms?

WASHINGTON, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Are you paying $4 to $10 per night in extra hotel booking fees? You probably are if you use one of the mega-travel sites, such as Expedia, Hotels.com, Travelocity or Orbitz. Now consumers can avoid those hidden fees and other charges by booking through www.RoomRate.com, a new "consumer-friendly" hotel booking site.

Most people do not realize they are paying hidden fees on the mega-sites, because they are added at the very end of the booking process. A recent comparison of rates for a popular hotel in Washington, D.C., turned up a nightly rate of $215, the same rate quoted on the hotel's own site. The local hotel tax rate is 14.5 percent, so the final rate should be $246.18 per night.

But the Expedia rate was $251 -- a difference of $4.82 per night. It was hidden under the term "service fees." For a typical three-night stay, that amounts to almost $15 in extra fees. For other hotels in downtown Washington and nearby Arlington, Virginia, hidden fees ranged from $4 to $9 per night. The same type of fees were found on Travelocity, Orbitz, and Hotels.com.

The mega-sites rely on so-called "merchant model" rates. They contract with the hotel for inventory, mark up the rate to include taxes and fees, and sell it directly to the customer. Merchant model rates pose other drawbacks for the consumer. For example, on the mega-sites a customer is required to pay the entire hotel bill on his credit card at the time of booking, even when only a credit card guarantee is required at the hotel. When you need to cancel or modify a reservation, the mega-sites may charge $25 or more, even if that charge that is not required by the hotel.

All of these problems are eliminated on www.RoomRate.com. Unlike the mega-sites, RoomRate.com does not rely on merchant model rates. Using the latest XML technology, RoomRate.com connects the consumer directly to the hotels. Consumers can compare all available rates, including AAA, AARP corporate and government rates.

At www.RoomRate.com consumers can shop for rates and availability, select a hotel, book the discounted rates online with a simple credit card guarantee (not a full payment), and pay directly to the hotel upon checkout. Best of all, there are no hidden booking fees, and no extra cancellation charges. That's why it is called the "consumer-friendly" choice for booking online hotel rooms.

Source: RoomRate.com

CONTACT: Thomas Hall of RoomRate.com, +1-860-543-6079,
Thall@roomrate.com

Web site: http://www.roomrate.com/

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Expedia(R) Corporate Travel International Agents Offer Business Travelers Tips for Flying Abroad This Season

2005-09-13T02:07:00.000-07:00

Expedia(R) Corporate Travel International Agents Offer Business Travelers Tips for Flying Abroad This Season

BELLEVUE, Wash., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Meeting investors in Munich? Courting clients in London? The success of your international business venture may hinge on your willingness to turn to professional travel planners for help.

"International air travel isn't as straight forward as domestic travel," says Renee Robison, an International Reservation agent for Expedia(R) Corporate Travel, the world's No. 1 on-demand, full-service corporate travel agency. "Because we have experience in the field and have so many different travel options available to us, we can often come up with itineraries that save travelers time and money."

The price of most round-trip international airline tickets is calculated in the currency of the country in which the journey begins. The difference in currency values can make the cost of a flight from one of these nations much cheaper than a ticket issued in dollars.

Experienced international rate agents, such as those at Expedia Corporate Travel, can often issue each leg of a round-trip ticket in the currency of the country where that flight originates. So, instead of a regular round trip ticket from the United States, travelers buy one ticket from here to there in dollars, and a second ticket for the return portion in the currency of the country they're visiting.

"By splitting the ticket for a round-trip flight, we're often able to save a traveler hundreds or even thousands of dollars depending on the complexity of the trip," says Robison.

Expedia(R) Corporate Travel's International Rate Desk makes and reviews clients' complex, multi-leg international reservations. Based on the traveler's preferences, agents evaluate different fare combinations in order to take advantage of directional type fares, split ticketing and currency exchange considerations. Members of the International Rate Desk are among the most senior within Expedia(R) Corporate Travel; the team averages 19 years travel industry experience.

Expedia(R) Corporate Travel's International Rate Desk agents offer these tips to ease your next trip abroad:

-- Check the standard work days and business hours in the countries
you'll be visiting. In some Middle Eastern countries, for example, the
work week generally runs from Saturday to Thursday. In some regions,
two- to four-hour lunches are common. Also be sure to take foreign
holidays into consideration when planning your business trip or
meeting.
-- Understand that what's considered "standard" in terms of
accommodations or transportation in one country may be luxurious in
another. In many countries, for example, rental cars rarely come with
air conditioning or automatic transmission.
-- Business travelers who plan to carry product samples with them should
be aware they may be required to pay import duties. In some countries,
duties and extensive customs procedures on sample products may be
avoided by obtaining an ATA (Admission Temporoire) Carnet. The ATA
Carnet is an international customs document used to obtain duty-free
temporary admission of certain business-related goods into the
countries that are signatories to the ATA Convention. Experienced
international travel agents can advise travelers about requirements
for specific destinations.
-- Requirements for vaccinations differ from country to country; your
travel agent can guide you toward specific rules. In some cases,
vaccinations against typhus, typhoid, and other diseases are advisable
even when they are not required.
-- Find out what kinds of power adaptors or modem connections you'll need
in order to use your laptop or other electronic devices abroad. Some
hotel gift shops carry adaptors, but you might want to pick one up
before you leave to ensure you have it upon arrival.
-- Familiarize yourself with the local currency and exchange rates. Some
business travelers find it useful to exchange a small amount of money
before departing for their trip so they arrive at their destination
with local currency to pay a road toll or tip a bellman. Once you get
to your destination, avoid the service fees charged by exchange booths
and visit a bank to get your local currency.
-- Be certain your passport is current. Know that some countries will not
permit you to enter and will not place a visa in your passport if the
remaining validity is less than six months. Family members are not
permitted to be included in each other's passports; even newborn
babies need their own passports to travel.
-- Make photocopies of your credit cards, ID, and passport. Pack the
copies in a separate bag. If your originals are lost or stolen, the
duplicates will likely make replacement and reporting the loss easier.
-- "Travel Warnings" and "Public Announcements" are issued when the
United States Department of State recommends deferral of travel by
Americans to a country because of civil unrest, dangerous conditions,
terrorist activity, or because the United States has no diplomatic
relations with the country. Travel Warnings and Public Announcements
may be heard at any time by dialing the Office of Overseas Citizens
Services, American Citizens Services and Crisis Management, Bureau of
Consular Affairs at (202) 647-5225 or at http://travel.state.gov/ .
-- Don't assume corporate travel agencies' international rate desks only
serve Fortune 500 companies. Even small companies can benefit from the
expertise and experience of veteran international agents.

About Expedia(R) Corporate Travel

Expedia Corporate Travel is the No. 1 on-demand, full-service travel agency based on the total number of customer bookings through a single source including online and agent assisted. As part of Expedia, Inc., (NASDAQ:EXPE), one of the world's leading online travel services companies and the third largest travel agency in the United States, Expedia(R) Corporate Travel brings together the best of technology and corporate support in a single-source solution that drives down costs. Business travelers have access to specialized tools, while companies can take advantage of rich management and reporting features.

Expedia and the airplane logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Expedia, Inc. in the U.S., Canada and/or other countries. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Source: Expedia Corporate Travel

CONTACT: Julie Connolly, of Edelman for Expedia Corporate Travel,
+1-312-233-1246, julie.connolly@edelman.com

Web site: http://www.expediacorporate.com/
http://travel.state.gov/

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Fraport Traffic Figures - August 2005: FRA's Traffic Grows in August Also Passenger Figures Up 2.6 Percent - Freight Climbs 3 Percent

2005-09-12T22:02:00.000-07:00

Fraport Traffic Figures - August 2005: FRA's Traffic Grows in August Also Passenger Figures Up 2.6 Percent - Freight Climbs 3 Percent

FRANKFURT, Germany, September 13/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- In August 2005 Frankfurt Airport (FRA) again served more than five
million passengers, the second time in the airport's history that this level
has been exceeded in a single month. During this preceding vacation month,
5,051,825 passengers used FRA, a 2.6 percent increase compared to the same
month in the record year of 2004.

Intercontinental traffic was once again the growth engine for
last month's passenger volume. In particular, North American routes recorded
growth. As for tourist destinations, Tunisia, Italy, and Romania grew
strongly.

FRA's freight throughput reached 146,791 metric tons in August
2005, a 3.0 percent increase over 2004. Routes to and from the Far East
increased by almost one eighth, and Middle East tonnage jumped about one
third.

Due to the closure of FRA's overnight domestic airmail hub,
airmail tonnage experienced a noticeably drop of 16.1 percent to 7,254 metric
tons.

Aircraft movements climbed again during the reporting month to
43,239 takeoffs and landings, an increase of
2.3 percent. FRA's maximum takeoff weights (MTOWs) - crucial
for airport charges - achieved a new daily record of 87,201 metric tons in
August 2005 and also a new monthly record of 2,508,336 metric tons, up 1.8
percent over the previous year.

The Fraport Group's airports registered almost 7.23 million
passengers. Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (HHN) improved its figures by 13.8 percent
to 311,278 passengers, Hanover Airport (HAJ) by 4.9 percent to 588,190
passengers, and Saarbrucken Airport (SCN) by 11.1 percent to 66,471
passengers.

Peru's Lima Airport (LIM) welcomed 555,993 passengers in
August 2005, an 11.5 percent increase. The international terminal in Antalya,
Turkey, in which Fraport is a shareholder, is a special situation. In August
2005, 656,350 passengers used this terminal at Antalya Airport (AYT), down
68.1 percent compared to the same month last year. This decline can be
attributed to the strong competition from a new second international terminal
in operation since April.

For More Information, Please Contact:

Fraport AG, Robert A. Payne, B.A.A. - Manager International Press,
Press Office (Dept. UKM-PS), Corporate Communications (UKM)
60547 Frankfurt am Main, Federal Republic of Germany
Tel.: +49-69-690-78547; Fax: +49-69-690-60548;
E-mail: r.payne@fraport.de; Internet: www.fraport.de
ANR 50/2005 - September 13, 2005

Fraport Group - Traffic Figures for August 2005

Airports
Cargo Aircraft
in metric Movements
Passengers(1) Change tons Change absolute Change
absolute in % (incl. in % in %
airmail)
(absolute

Frankfurt 5,051,018 2.6 152,068 2.5 43,239 2.3
(FRA)

Antalya(2) (AYT) 656,350 -68.1 n.a. n.a. 4,159 -64.1

Frankfurt-Hahn(3) 311,278 13.8 19,628 30.0 3,425 24.4
(HHN)

Hanover (HAJ) 588,190 4.9 1,196 3.4 8,707 9.2

Lima (LIM) 555,993 11.5 14,065 -16.2 6,779 5.1

Saarbrucken (SCN) 66,471 11.1 0 0.0 1,428 15.6

Fraport Group 7,229,300 -13.7 186,958 3.0 67,737 -6.3

ANR 50/2005 - September 13, 2005

Frankfurt Airport's Traffic Figures - August 2005

August Change(5) Change(5)

2005 Aug. 05/ Jan. - Aug. Jan. - Aug.
Aug. 04 2005 05/04
Passengers(4) 5,051,825 2.6 % 34,811,824 2.4 %

Airfreight(4) 146,791 3.0 % 1,205,170 7.3 %
in metric tons

Airmail 7,254 -16.1 % 63,670 -16.2 %
in metric tons

Aircraft Movements 43,239 2.3 % 326,479 3.1 %
(6)

MTOWs(6) 2,508,336 1.8 % 18,744,492 4.3 %
in metric tons

Punctuality 81.7 77.3
share of punctual
arrivals and
departures in percent

1) Passengers (commercial traffic: arrivals + departures + transit)

2) Only passengers of the Fraport managed terminal.

3) Frankfurt-Hahn: includes cargo transported by truck

4) Total traffic (arrivals + departures + transit, incl. general
aviation)

5) Change over previous year

6) Excluding military flights

Source: Fraport AG

Fraport AG, Robert A. Payne, B.A.A. - Manager International Press, Press Office (Dept. UKM-PS), Corporate Communications (UKM) 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Federal Republic of Germany Tel.: +49-69-690-78547; Fax: +49-69-690-60548; E-mail: r.payne@fraport.de; Internet: www.fraport.de

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Profile: travel

Intrawest reports fiscal 2005 results

2005-09-12T19:48:00.000-07:00

Intrawest reports fiscal 2005 results

All dollar amounts are in U.S. currency

Listed: NYSE TSX Symbols: IDR (NYSE) ITW (TSX)

- Further execution of real estate joint venture business model delivers positive free cash flow - Geographic and business line diversification provides offsets to impact of adverse winter weather at British Columbia ski operations

VANCOUVER, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Intrawest Corporation, one of the world's leading destination resort and adventure-travel companies, announced today its results for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2005.

"The strong performance of Abercrombie & Kent, the newest member of Intrawest's portfolio, was very gratifying and it speaks to the power of its brand," said Joe Houssian, chairman, president and chief executive officer. "We are also pleased at the acceleration and expansion of our partnering strategy in all phases of real estate development. The joint ventures that we entered into in the fourth quarter are great examples of how this strategy is paying off for our shareholders."

Fiscal 2005 Year End Highlights

- Record total revenue of $1.68 billion compared with $1.55 billion in
2004
- Total Company EBITDA of $243.1 million, versus $268.3 million the
previous year
- Strong contribution from Abercrombie & Kent and record results at most
of our non-British Columbia resorts offset the impact of the worst
weather in 40 years at our British Columbia resort operations
- Net income of $32.6 million after reflecting a non-recurring expense
of $30.2 million to refinance high interest rate senior notes. Going
forward, this refinancing is expected to save us approximately
$15 million per annum. Net income also reflects a non-recurring
write-down of $17.6 million on our non-resort golf properties,
resulting from a strategic decision to focus our golf business on
resort-based and branded operations. This compares with net income of
$59.9 million in 2004 after reflecting a non-recurring call premium of
$12.1 million to refinance senior notes
- Earnings per share on a diluted basis were $0.68 ($1.68 before
non-recurring items) versus $1.25 ($1.48 before non-recurring items)
in 2004
- Real estate joint venture and sale transactions in the fourth quarter
contributed to full year positive free cash flow of $62 million
- Strong balance sheet with year-end Net Debt to EBITDA ratio of
3.6 times, well within target leverage range

"We have made a commitment to our shareholders to maintain our strong balance sheet and to grow with financial discipline," said John Currie, chief financial officer. "Our 2005 results reflect the successful execution of our financial strategies to deliver on this promise."

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
(All dollar amounts are in United States currency, unless otherwise
indicated)

The following is an extract of the operations and liquidity and capital resources sections of Management's Discussion and Analysis ("MD&A") for the year ended June 30, 2005. The full text of the MD&A will be included in our Annual Information Form and other corporate filings.

SUMMARY OF FISCAL 2005 OPERATIONS

Fiscal 2005 was a year of both challenges and achievements. Our mountain resorts experienced mixed results as generally good weather conditions in the East and the U.S. west were offset by the most unfavourable weather conditions for the ski industry in 40 years in British Columbia. Sandestin was also tested by the weather, particularly in our first fiscal quarter when several hurricanes impacted its operations. The results of Abercrombie & Kent ("A&K"), during our first year of ownership, far exceeded our expectations as the luxury travel tour business rebounded from several years of contraction brought on by economic and geo-political events. We saw significant growth in our management services businesses in 2005 and demand for our real estate was strong across our resorts. Operating profit from real estate development declined in 2005, as expected, after an unusually high number of closings in 2004 due to the timing of project completions.

These factors combined to reduce Total Company EBITDA to $243.1 million in 2005 from $268.3 million in 2004. After several years of disappointing returns from our stand-alone golf courses, we made the decision to exit this business and reinvest our capital in higher returning businesses. As a result, we had our stand-alone golf operations appraised and recorded a write-down of $17.6 million. We improved our capital structure and lowered our borrowing costs by refinancing $394.4 million of senior notes in 2005, on top of the $200 million of senior notes that we refinanced in 2004. The call premium and other costs to redeem senior notes amounted to $30.2 million in 2005, up from $12.1 million in 2004. The golf asset write-down and refinancing expenses lowered our net income in 2005 to $32.6 million ($0.68 per diluted share) from $59.9 million ($1.25 per diluted share) in 2004.

We were very successful in 2004 in generating free cash flow and reducing our debt. This success continued in 2005 as we increased cash flow from our operating businesses and completed a number of transactions with real estate partners enabling us to realize $62.1 million of free cash flow.

FISCAL 2005 REVIEW OF RESORT AND TRAVEL OPERATIONS

The following table highlights the results of our resort and travel operations business.

CHANGE
2005 2004 (%)
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Skier visits(1) 7,227,000 7,150,000 1
Revenue (millions) $862.5 $541.3 59
EBITDA (millions) $117.6 $105.1 12
Margin (%) 13.6 19.4

(1) Skier visits for all resorts are at 100% except Mammoth at 59.5% and
Blue Mountain at 50%.

Revenue from resort and travel operations was $862.5 million in 2005 compared with $541.3 million in 2004. Revenue from the mountain segment increased from $488.2 million to $545.4 million while revenue from the non- mountain segment increased from $53.1 million to $317.1 million.

Mountain Resort and Travel Operations Revenue

On December 15, 2004, we acquired the remaining 55% of Alpine Helicopters that we did not already own and the incremental revenue in 2005 from our increased ownership interest was $26.6 million. On a same-business basis (i.e., excluding the 55% acquisition of Alpine Helicopters), mountain resort and travel operations revenue increased by $30.6 million in 2005 due to:

(MILLIONS)
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Impact of higher Canadian dollar on reported revenue $18.8
Increase in skier visits 4.4
Increase in revenue per skier visit 2.7
Increase in non-skier visit revenue 4.7
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$30.6
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The rise in the value of the Canadian dollar, from an average rate of US$0.74 in 2004 to US$0.80 in 2005, increased reported mountain resort and travel operations revenue by $18.8 million.

Our mountain resorts experienced mixed results in 2005 with a 6% increase in revenue at our eastern Canadian and U.S. resorts and an 11% increase in revenue at our western U.S. resorts being partially offset by a 10% decrease in revenue at our western Canadian resorts. British Columbia endured the most challenging weather for the ski industry in 40 years, with heavy rainfall in mid-January followed by warm, dry conditions through mid-March. Although conditions improved after mid-March, it was too late to change market perceptions and the decline in visits continued in the fourth quarter. As a result, skier visits decreased 14% at Whistler Blackcomb and 7% at Panorama in 2005. Our eastern and western U.S. resorts benefited from strong season pass programs, the maturing of their villages and generally good weather conditions, particularly in the third quarter. Consequently, skier visits increased 7% at our eastern resorts and 9% at our western U.S. resorts. For the company as a whole, skier visits increased 1% in 2005, which increased mountain segment revenue by $4.4 million.

Revenue per skier visit increased moderately from $56.36 in 2004 (after adjusting for the impact of the improvement in the Canadian dollar exchange rate) to $56.74 in 2005. Revenue per skier visit is a function of ticket prices and ticket yields, and revenue from non-ticket sources such as retail and rental stores, ski school, and food and beverage services. Ticket yields reflect the mix of ticket types (e.g., adult, child, season pass and group), the proportion of day versus destination visitors (destination visitors tend to be less price sensitive), and the amount of discounting of full-price tickets in regional markets. Revenue per visit from non-ticket sources is also influenced by the mix of day versus destination visitors, the affluence of the visitor base, and the quantity and type of amenities and services offered at the resort.

Revenue per skier visit from ticket sales (our effective ticket price) decreased 2% from $29.31 to $28.61 due mainly to a 6% decline at our British Columbia resorts as we discounted ticket prices at Whistler Blackcomb and Panorama to compensate for the sub-standard snow conditions. Revenue per visit from non-ticket sources increased 4% from $27.06 to $28.13. The impact on non-ticket revenue per visit of the poor weather at our British Columbia resorts was mitigated by the fact that many visitors, who did not access the mountain for skiing, spent on retail, food and beverage and other services in the base area. The increase in revenue per visit increased mountain segment revenue by $2.7 million in 2005.

For the purposes of this MD&A, non-skier visit revenue for our mountain segment comprises revenue from sources that are not driven by skier visits (i.e., golf and other summer activities at our mountain resorts and revenue from businesses such as Alpine Helicopters and the Intrawest Retail Group). Revenue from golf and other summer activities increased 7% across our mountain resorts from $39.1 million in 2004 to $42.0 million in 2005, led primarily by Whistler Blackcomb (due to strong events business and continued growth in mountain bike park visits) and Tremblant (due to a 32% increase in summer lift rides). Golf rounds at our mountain resorts in 2005 were 2% below 2004, however this was offset by higher revenue per round, resulting in a 4% increase in golf revenue. Revenue at Alpine Helicopters (excluding the impact of our increased ownership interest) decreased 4% in 2005 due to reduced heli-skiing revenue in the weather-challenged third quarter and lower revenue from forest fire-fighting activities in the summer. Strong visit growth in the western U.S. and the opening of a new outlet store in Summit County enabled the Intrawest Retail Group to increase its revenue by 21% in 2005. Overall, on a same-business basis, non-skier visit revenue increased by $4.7 million in 2005.

Non-mountain Resort and Travel Operations Revenue

Non-mountain resort and travel operations revenue increased from $53.1 million in 2004 to $317.1 million in 2005 with the acquisition of A&K in July 2004 accounting for $257.0 million of the increase. The luxury-tour and travel industry experienced a rebound in 2005 after several years of contraction resulting from economic pressures and concerns about geo-political events (terrorism, war and health issues). Revenue at A&K in 2005 increased more than 30% compared with last year, before we acquired our ownership interest.

Most of the balance of the increase in non-mountain resort and travel operations revenue was due to a 15% increase in revenue at Sandestin. Food and beverage revenue at Sandestin increased 42% due to the opening of several new outlets, a significant increase in banquet business and higher occupancy levels at the resort. The continued build out of the village and its growing reputation has positively impacted both individual traveler and conference business.

Golf rounds in 2005 were 10% lower than 2004 at Sandestin (due in part to the hurricanes) and 3% lower at our stand-alone golf courses. Demand for golf has not grown over the past few years and the markets in which our warm- weather golf courses operate are highly competitive. The shortfall in rounds was counterbalanced by higher revenue per round, resulting in a 6% decline in golf revenue at Sandestin and a 5% increase in golf revenue at our stand-alone courses. As described elsewhere in this MD&A, we have decided to exit the stand-alone golf business.

Resort and Travel Operations Revenue Breakdown

Resort and travel operations revenue for the mountain and non-mountain segments combined (as reported and on a same-business, constant exchange rate basis) was broken down by major business component as follows:

2005 2005 2004 INCREASE CHANGE
(MILLIONS) REVENUE NOTE(1) ADJUSTED REVENUE (DECREASE) (%)
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Mountain
operations $285.4 $(37.5) $247.9 $250.9 $(3.0) (1)
Retail and rental
shops 110.4 (3.7) 106.7 101.3 5.4 5
Food and beverage 91.6 (1.9) 89.7 81.9 7.8 10
Ski school 44.4 (1.5) 42.9 41.7 1.2 3
Golf 27.9 (0.4) 27.5 27.3 0.2 1
Adventure-travel
tours 257.0 (257.0) - - - -
Other 45.8 (0.3) 45.5 38.2 7.3 19
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$862.5 $(302.3) $560.2 $541.3 $18.9 3
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Note (1) Removes the impact of the increase in the value of the Canadian
dollar and the acquisitions of A&K and additional 55% of Alpine
Helicopters.

The decrease in mountain operations revenue was due mainly to declines in ticket revenues at our British Columbia resorts and lower heli-skiing revenue at Alpine Helicopters, partially offset by higher ticket revenues at our other resorts.

The increase in retail and rental revenue was due mainly to a 15% increase at our western U.S. resorts, as a result of excellent conditions and strong visitor growth.

Half of the increase in food and beverage revenue came from Sandestin where we opened several new outlets, achieved higher occupancy levels in the village and increased conference business. The remainder came mainly from a 13% increase in revenue at our western U.S. resorts.

Ski school revenue increased 9% at our western U.S. resorts and 7% at our eastern resorts. These increases were partly offset by a 4% decrease in revenue at our British Columbia resorts.

The small increase in golf revenue resulted from a 4% increase at the mountain resorts partially offset by a 2% decrease at the non-mountain courses as competitive pressures and poor weather at key times reduced the number of rounds played.

The "other" category comprises revenue from a host of miscellaneous activities, such as tubing, tennis, aqua centers, club operations, telephone services and one-off businesses like the marina at Sandestin and the service station at Copper. The 2005 amount included $1.1 million of business interruption insurance for Sandestin due to the hurricanes in the first quarter. The balance of the increase was mainly due to higher club operations revenue, particularly at Stratton and Copper and increased activities and events revenues across most of our resorts.

Resort and Travel Operations Expenses and EBITDA

Resort and travel operations expenses increased from $436.2 million in 2004 to $744.9 million in 2005. The mountain segment increased by $63.2 million to $445.8 million while the non-mountain segment increased by $245.5 million to $299.1 million.

Our acquisition of the remaining 55% of Alpine Helicopters increased mountain resort and travel expenses by $19.7 million and the translation effect of the stronger Canadian dollar increased it by a further $13.8 million. Excluding these two factors, mountain resort and travel expenses increased by $29.7 million (8%) in 2005 due mainly to increased business volumes at our eastern resorts and our western U.S. resorts and higher insurance, marketing and administrative costs. In order to control our third- party costs of insurance, we have a program of self insurance for all our major lines of coverage. In 2005, we chose to adopt a more conservative position and increased our estimated reserves for unreported workers' compensation and general liability claims by $3.0 million. Following on from the formation of the Leisure and Travel Group in May 2004, we introduced several new cross-resort marketing programs that increased mountain segment expenses by $3.5 million in 2005. In addition, as described under Review of Corporate Operations below, we transferred personnel from corporate operations to the Leisure and Travel Group, which increased resort and travel expenses by approximately $5 million in 2005.

The acquisition of A&K added $236.6 million of non-mountain resort and travel operations expenses in 2005. The balance of the increase of $8.9 million in the non-mountain segment was almost entirely due to Sandestin as increased business volumes, and the opening of new retail and food and beverage outlets resulted in higher labor costs and costs of goods sold. In addition, fixed costs at Sandestin rose by $2.1 million resulting mainly from increased resort association fees, workers' compensation insurance, utility costs and rent expense for the new outlets.

EBITDA from resort and travel operations increased 12% from $105.1 million in 2004 to $117.6 million in 2005. The acquisitions of A&K and 55% of Alpine Helicopters increased EBITDA by $20.4 million and $6.9 million, respectively. In addition, the translation effect of the higher Canadian dollar increased EBITDA by a further $5.0 million. On a same-business, constant exchange rate basis, EBITDA from the mountain segment decreased from $105.6 million to $87.7 million while EBITDA from the non-mountain segment declined from a loss of $0.5 million to a loss of $2.4 million.

The poor ski season in British Columbia reduced EBITDA in the mountain segment by $17.7 million. Given the fixed cost nature of many operating expenses at a resort, we had limited ability to reduce costs in response to the decline in revenue. Furthermore, we chose to spend more on grooming and snow management in order to maintain the quality of the limited terrain and on guest services to compensate for the substandard conditions. The decline in EBITDA at our British Columbia resorts was partially offset by a 12% increase in EBITDA from our eastern and western U.S. resorts, as several resorts achieved record results.

The decrease in EBITDA from the non-mountain segment was due mainly to the higher fixed costs at Sandestin, as described above.

A&K's EBITDA in 2005 was augmented by $6.5 million of licensing fees from an operator of destination clubs, who was given the right to use A&K's brand name for marketing the clubs. The licensing agreement terminated in August 2005. While replacement licensing arrangements may be negotiated in the future, EBITDA of $13.9 million from A&K's tour business is a more indicative base for projecting EBITDA in the future.

The margin on resort and travel operations decreased from 19.4% in 2004 to 13.6% in 2005 due to the inclusion of A&K and lower profitability from our British Columbia operations. Excluding A&K, the margin in 2005 was 16.1%.

FISCAL 2005 REVIEW OF MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Management services revenue increased by 46% from $124.4 million in 2004 to $180.7 million in 2005. The breakdown of management services revenue and EBITDA was as follows:

2005 2004
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(MILLIONS) Revenue EBITDA Revenue EBITDA
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Lodging and property management $87.7 $16.4 $71.2 $11.2
Other resort and travel fees 18.8 0.2 18.7 0.9
Real estate development services fees 24.3 13.2 12.5 5.4
Playground sales fees 49.9 13.2 22.0 10.0
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$180.7 $43.0 $124.4 $27.5
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The $16.5 million increase in revenue from lodging and property management was due mainly to increases in the occupied room nights and average daily rates (ADR). The growth in occupied room nights came both from increased supply of available room nights, as we continued to build out our resort villages, and higher average occupancy rates during the year. At our mountain resorts, occupied room nights increased 8% and ADR increased 4%, with particularly strong growth at Mammoth, Copper and Stratton. Since we do not have a portfolio of managed lodging units at Whistler Blackcomb, the decline in visitors to that resort did not have a significant impact on the management services segment. We also saw growth of 23% and 6%, respectively, in occupied room nights and ADR at our warm-weather locations (Sandestin and Lake Las Vegas). In addition to higher occupancy levels, revenue in 2005 was augmented by $1.4 million of reservation fees (these fees were not charged in 2004) and increased charges for housekeeping and miscellaneous lodging services. The translation effect of the stronger Canadian dollar also increased reported lodging and property management revenue by $1.6 million in 2005.

Higher revenues increased EBITDA from lodging and property management services by $5.2 million. Our margin increased from 15.7% in 2004 to 18.7% in 2005, reflecting improved operating leverage from managing more units and spreading our costs over a higher number of occupied room nights.

Other resort and travel fees comprise reservation fees earned by our central call center, RezRez, golf course management fees and club management fees earned by Intrawest Resort Club. An increase of $1.9 million in club management fees was offset by a decrease of the same amount in reservation fees. RezRez continues to expand its role as our internal call center and to move away from selling to third parties. Golf course management fees increased by $0.1 million to $2.1 million in 2005. At June 30, 2005, we managed 17 third-party golf courses, a decrease of one from the end of the previous year. The decrease of $0.7 million in EBITDA from other resort and travel fees was due to incurring a higher loss at RezRez, principally from its Fly4Less and Moguls business units, both of which have now been sold.

Real estate development services fees increased by $11.8 million as we managed more projects for partnerships and the value of construction expenditures, on which the fees are based, was much higher in 2005. We also realized higher marketing fees from partnerships as projects completed construction in 2005 and units closed. We expect the rate of growth of real estate development fee revenue and EBITDA to level off somewhat now that we have completed the ramp-up stage of our partnering strategy.

Approximately half of the increase of $27.9 million in Playground sales fees was due to executing additional sales contracts on behalf of Leisura. Leisura is categorized as a third-party developer and therefore the fees that Playground earns on sales for Leisura are included in the management services segment. Prior to implementing our partnering strategy for real estate, Playground would have sold more units for Intrawest and the sales fees that it charged to Intrawest would not have been recorded in the management services segment. Instead, they would have been eliminated on consolidation against the corresponding commission expenses included in real estate cost of sales. The other half of the increase in Playground sales fees was due to new business with third-party developers and strong resales markets, particularly at Sandestin and Stratton. Playground's profile as a leader in recreational property sales and marketing continues to grow, resulting in new opportunities across North America and abroad. The rate of growth in EBITDA of $3.2 million in 2005 was less than the rate of growth in revenue because of the lower commission structure on sales for Leisura and a greater allocation of Playground general and administrative costs to management services expenses from real estate development expenses.

FISCAL 2005 REVIEW OF REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT

The following table highlights the results of our real estate business in 2005 compared with 2004.

CHANGE
2005 2004 (%)
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Units closed(1) 557 1,334 (58)
Revenue (millions) $628.8 $879.9 (29)
Operating profit (millions) $67.7 $91.4 (26)
Margin (%) 10.8 10.4

(1) Units closed excludes units in projects sold to partnerships. In
2005 Leisura closed an additional 467 units.

Revenue for 2005 includes $200.5 million for sales of 10 projects and one land parcel to partnerships compared with $193.0 million for sales of 14 projects and one land parcel to partnerships in 2004. These sales proceeds comprise the fair market value of the land for the projects as well as accumulated development costs. In addition, in 2005, we sold commercial properties at seven of our resort villages for a total of $109.5 million to a partnership in which CNL Income Properties, Inc., a real estate investment trust, is an 80% partner and we are a 20% partner. Excluding these sales to partnerships, revenue from real estate development decreased from $686.9 million in 2004 to $318.8 million in 2005. Revenue generated by Intrawest Placemaking decreased from $642.4 million to $274.1 million while revenue generated by Intrawest Resort Club increased from $44.5 million to $44.7 million.

Intrawest Placemaking Revenue

We closed a total of 557 units in 2005 down from 1,334 in 2004 due to the implementation of our partnering strategy. Closings of units in projects sold to partnerships are excluded from our reported closings. In 2005 Leisura closed 467 units. The number of closings in 2004 does not reflect our strategy of using partnerships for vertical development and therefore our closings in 2005 represent a more indicative base of closings for future years.

The translation effect of the higher Canadian dollar increased reported real estate development revenue by $3.2 million in 2005. The average price per closed unit increased from $480,000 in 2004 to $483,000 (on a constant exchange rate basis) in 2005. In an effort to sell long-standing inventory at Solitude and Copper we discounted prices and closed 62 units at an average price of $286,000 per unit. Excluding these units, the average price per closed unit in 2005 was $507,000, 6% higher than in 2004.

The average price per closed unit was also impacted by the mix of product types (i.e., condo-hotel, townhome and single-family lot). Closings were weighted more towards townhomes and lots and less towards condo-hotels in 2005, reflecting our strategy of selling the most capital-intensive projects (typically condo-hotels) to partnerships. In total, 46% of the closings in 2005 were condo-hotel units, 31% were townhomes and 23% were lots, compared with 78% condo-hotel units, 17% townhomes and 5% lots in 2004.

Intrawest Resort Club Revenue

The resort club group generated $44.7 million in sales revenue in 2005, up slightly from $44.5 million in 2004. The translation effect of the higher Canadian dollar increased reported resort club revenue by $2.6 million in 2005. The decline in visitors to Whistler Blackcomb reduced revenue at that club location by 20%, however, increases in sales at the Blue Mountain club and higher add-on points sales to existing resort club members offset the decline. We had expected stronger revenue growth from the resort club over the past few years, however, sales were impacted by the slow economy and the uncertainty created by recent world events. This product type appears to be more of a consumer purchase than our other real estate products and confidence is an important factor in the purchase consideration. Furthermore, resort club product does not have the same sense of scarcity as other types of real estate so purchasers are under less pressure to buy.

Sales to Partnerships

As mentioned above, revenue from sales of projects and land parcels to partnerships totaled $200.5 million in 2005, up from $193.0 million in 2004. The nature of our investment in these partnerships determines how we account for them. Profits on sales of projects and land parcels to partnerships that we account for using the equity method are initially deferred under Canadian GAAP and then recognized on the same basis as the partnership recognizes its real estate revenue. In 2005 revenue from sales to such partnerships totaled $170.7 million and we recorded real estate expenses of the same amount, comprising land and accumulated development costs of $97.7 million and deferred profits of $73.0 million. Subsequently, when the partnership recognizes its real estate revenue, we record a portion of the deferred land profit as a credit to real estate development expenses in our statement of operations. Any properties that are sold at a loss to an equity accounted partnership are recognized at the closing date. Profits on sales to partnerships that we account for using the cost method are recognized in full on the closing date.

Real Estate EBITDA

Real estate EBITDA decreased, as expected, from $156.1 million to $103.1 million. Real estate EBITDA comprises operating profit from real estate plus interest included in real estate expenses. During the development process, interest is capitalized to properties and the interest is expensed when the properties are closed. Operating profit from real estate, rather than real estate EBITDA, factors into the computation of net income.

Operating profit from real estate development decreased from $91.4 million in 2004 to $67.7 million in 2005. The 58% decrease in unit closings reduced operating profit from Intrawest units from $82.2 million in 2004 to $38.0 million in 2005. The margin on these sales was 12.0% in both years. Operating profit from sales to partnerships (land profit and equity income) increased from $9.2 million in 2004 to $33.9 million in 2005. The 2005 amount includes a loss of $3.4 million on the sale of commercial properties to the CNL partnership. We have now sold the majority of our commercial properties at all resorts except for Lake Las Vegas and Squaw Valley. We wrote-down the carrying value of our Lake Las Vegas commercial properties by $4.2 million in 2005 to maintain a more conservative book value as we prepare the properties for sale.

Real Estate Pre-sales

At August 31, 2005, real estate pre-sales amounted to $218 million for delivery in fiscal 2006 and an additional $77 million for delivery in fiscal 2007. In addition, the real estate partnerships had pre-sales of $300 million and $196 million, respectively, to close in fiscal 2006 and fiscal 2007.

FISCAL 2005 REVIEW OF CORPORATE OPERATIONS

Interest and Other Income

Interest and other income was $5.2 million in 2005, down from $6.1 million in 2004 due mainly to the recovery in 2004 of $2.6 million of fuel spill remediation costs at Mammoth partially offset by higher interest income in 2005, including $1.1 million earned by A&K.

Interest Costs

Interest incurred decreased from $94.6 million in 2004 to $80.9 million in 2005 due mainly to the refinancing of senior notes in both 2004 and 2005 and lower interest on construction debt as a result of our real estate partnering strategy, partially offset by $1.5 million of interest incurred at A&K. In the second quarter of 2004 we redeemed our $200 million, 9.75% senior notes by issuing $350 million, 7.5% senior notes and using the surplus proceeds to pay down our senior credit facility. Then in the second and third quarters of 2005 we redeemed our $394.4 million, 10.5% senior notes by issuing $329.9 million of 7.5% and 6.875% senior notes and drawing on our senior credit facility. These refinancings have helped to reduce the weighted average cost of our bank and other indebtedness from 8.2% at June 30, 2004 to 6.7% at June 30, 2005.

In total, $62.2 million of the interest incurred in 2005 was expensed ($44.6 million as interest expense and $17.6 million of interest within real estate expenses), down from $71.3 million in 2004 ($45.8 million as interest expense and $25.5 million within real estate expenses).

We expensed call premiums and unamortized deferred financing costs of $30.2 million in 2005 and $12.1 million in 2004 to redeem the senior notes.

General and Administrative Costs

All general and administrative ("G&A") costs incurred by our resorts and other Leisure and Travel Group businesses are included in resort and travel operations and management services expenses. Similarly, G&A costs incurred in the development of real estate are initially capitalized to properties, and then expensed as part of real estate costs in the period when the properties are closed. Corporate G&A expenses, which mainly comprise executive employee costs, public company costs, audit and legal fees, corporate information technology costs and head office occupancy costs are disclosed as a separate line in the statement of operations.

Corporate G&A expenses increased from $20.4 million in 2004 to $20.6 million in 2005. This small change is the net result of a number of larger increases and decreases that offset each other. The unification of our resort and travel operations businesses into the Leisure and Travel Group in May 2004 and the transfer of personnel from corporate operations to the Leisure and Travel Group reduced corporate G&A (and increased resort and travel operations expenses) by approximately $5 million in 2005. This reduction in corporate G&A was offset by an increase of approximately $4 million primarily for higher internal and external audit costs, higher compensation costs (including the cost of expensing stock options and mark-to-market adjustments of long-term incentive plans) and increased corporate governance and privacy compliance expenses. In addition, the higher Canadian dollar increased reported corporate G&A by $1.3 million.

Depreciation and Amortization

Depreciation and amortization expense increased from $68.6 million in 2004 to $78.3 million in 2005. The acquisitions of A&K and the remaining 55% of Alpine Helicopters increased depreciation and amortization expense by $6.6 million and the translation effect of the higher Canadian dollar added a further $2.2 million. The balance of the increase was attributable to our increased fixed asset base due to normal capital expenditures.

Write-down of Stand-alone Golf Course Assets

We own five stand-alone golf courses - Swaneset in British Columbia (two), Three Peaks in Colorado, South Mountain in Arizona and Big Island Country Club in Hawaii. We have decided that these courses no longer serve our financial or strategic objectives and we plan to sell them. In preparation for sale, we engaged independent appraisers to value the operations and as a result we have written down the golf assets by $17.6 million.

We remain committed to the golf business at our resorts where golf adds to the diversity of activities we can offer our visitors, drives multiple sources of revenue (e.g., lodging, food and beverage, retail as well as golf) and enhances real estate values.

Income Taxes

Income tax expense was $0.1 million in 2005 compared with $10.4 million in 2004. We had expected that our effective income tax rate in 2005 would be in the range of 10% to 15%, however the decline in our pre-tax income, mainly from lower resort and travel operations EBITDA in British Columbia and the write-down of our stand-alone golf courses, reduced the amount of income taxed at higher marginal rates, lowering our overall tax rate. Our income tax provision was further reduced by the utilization of income tax losses that we had previously expected to expire unutilized. We expect our effective tax rate to be approximately 15% in fiscal 2006.

Non-Controlling Interest

We fully consolidate the results of Whistler Blackcomb and A&K and record the third-party owner's share of income in non-controlling interest. We also fully consolidate three variable interest entities, however they have not yet started to generate income and therefore do not impact non-controlling interest in the statement of operations. Non-controlling interest decreased from $12.9 million in 2004 to $9.4 million in 2005. Lower resort and travel operations EBITDA and significantly reduced real estate closings at Whistler Blackcomb reduced non-controlling interest by $8.3 million, while the acquisition of A&K increased it by $4.8 million.

2005 FOURTH QUARTER RESULTS

Total Company EBITDA was $43.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2005 (the "2005 quarter"), down from $62.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2004 (the "2004 quarter") mainly due to lower profits from real estate development. As described above, we wrote-down our stand-alone golf assets by $17.6 million and this contributed to a net loss of $21.5 million ($0.45 per diluted share) in the 2005 quarter compared with net income of $2.6 million ($0.05 per diluted share) in the 2004 quarter. Excluding this unusual item, the loss in the 2005 quarter was $4.0 million ($0.08 loss per diluted share).

Resort and travel operations revenue increased from $76.2 million in the 2004 quarter to $146.5 million in the 2005 quarter. The acquisitions of A&K in the first quarter and the remaining 55% of Alpine Helicopters in the second quarter increased resort and travel operations revenue by $50.9 million and $11.5 million, respectively, and the impact of the higher Canadian dollar increased reported revenue by a further $7.9 million. Declines in revenue at our British Columbia resorts due to the continuation of trends from the third quarter were offset by increases at our other resorts. Resort and travel operations incurred an EBITDA loss of $17.0 million in the 2005 quarter compared with a $20.7 million loss in the 2004 quarter. Increases in EBITDA of $4.2 million for A&K and $3.4 million for our additional interest in Alpine Helicopters were partially offset by a $2.8 million decline in EBITDA at our British Columbia resorts. In addition, higher insurance, marketing and G&A expenses in the 2005 quarter reduced EBITDA by $1.1 million.

Management services revenue increased from $29.2 million in the 2004 quarter to $49.8 million in the 2005 quarter due mainly to increases of $11.9 million in fees charged by Playground and $6.5 million in development and sales service fees charged to partnerships. In the 2005 quarter, we allocated $7.5 million of Playground G&A costs, which included a catch-up for the first three quarters, to management services expenses. The reallocation of these G&A costs from real estate expenses reflects the categorization of Playground revenue and expenses related to Leisura projects as third-party business. This limited the growth in management services EBITDA to $6.5 million in the 2005 quarter from $5.7 million in the 2004 quarter.

Revenue from real estate development decreased from $379.7 million in the 2004 quarter to $334.0 million in the 2005 quarter. We sold nine properties to partnerships for $180.7 million in the 2005 quarter compared with five properties for $84.2 million in the 2004 quarter. We closed 243 units in the 2005 quarter at an average price per unit of $592,000 compared with 540 units in the 2004 quarter at an average price per unit of $531,000. The higher average price per unit reflects a much greater weighting of closings at Canadian resorts in 2004. The reduced closings lowered operating profit from real estate development from $49.0 million in the 2004 quarter to $40.8 million in the 2005 quarter.

Interest and other income was a loss of $0.4 million in the 2005 quarter compared with income of $1.3 million in the 2004 quarter. The amount in the 2005 quarter was reduced by foreign exchange losses recorded by A&K and a provision against a loss on sale after the quarter of a Colorado-based reservations company. Interest expense increased from $11.1 million to $12.3 million as reduced interest due to the refinancing of senior notes in the second quarter was offset by capitalizing less interest to real estate properties. Corporate G&A expenses decreased from $6.7 million to $5.2 million due mainly to the transfer of personnel to the Leisure and Travel Group and the inclusion of their costs in resort and travel operations expenses. Depreciation and amortization expense increased from $13.9 million to $17.1 million due to the acquisitions of A&K and Alpine, adjustments to accelerate depreciation of certain technology systems and depreciation related to capital expenditures during the year.

LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES

We achieved a number of important objectives in 2005 that improved our liquidity and capital structure:

- We generated $62.1 million of free cash flow.
- We sold more projects to real estate partners and extended our
partnering strategy to include the horizontal development phase.
- We sold our commercial properties at seven of our resorts for
$109.5 million and used the majority of the proceeds to repay debt.
- We renewed our senior credit facility for a three-year term,
increasing its credit availability by $75 million to $425 million and
improving its covenant patterns and definitions to give us greater
flexibility.
- We redeemed our $394.4 million, 10.5% senior notes due 2010 by
issuing Cdn$125 million, 6.875% senior notes due 2009 and
US$230.3 million, 7.5% senior notes due 2013 and drawing on our
senior credit facility. This reduced our weighted average cost of
debt to 6.7% at June 30, 2005.
- We finished the fiscal year with our net debt to EBITDA ratio at 3.6
times, comfortably within our target range of below 4.0 times.

Cash Flows in 2005 compared with 2004

The major sources and uses of cash in 2005 and 2004 are summarized in the table below. This table should be read in conjunction with the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, which are more detailed as prescribed by GAAP.

(MILLIONS) 2005 2004 CHANGE
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Funds from operations $116.2 $148.7 ($32.5)
Cash flow from real estate development,
including investments in partnerships (13.0) 218.3 (231.3)
Cash for resort and travel operations
capex and other assets (101.6) (92.6) (9.0)
Net cash flow from long-term receivables
and working capital 60.5 18.5 42.0
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Free cash flow 62.1 292.9 (230.8)
Cash for business acquisitions,
net of asset disposals (20.3) 15.9 (36.2)
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Net cash flow from operating and
investing activities 41.8 308.8 (267.0)
Net financing outflows (10.7) (325.8) 315.1
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Increase (decrease) in cash $31.1 ($17.0) $48.1
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We generated $116.2 million of funds from operations in 2005, down from $148.7 million in 2004 due mainly to lower real estate profits partially offset by increased resort and travel operations and management services EBITDA. In addition, we spent $15.6 million more in 2005 to redeem senior notes. For more details see the Review of Operations sections above.

The most significant year-over-year change in our cash flows was in real estate, where we invested $13.0 million in 2005 versus a recovery of $218.3 million in 2004. These amounts include cash requirements for real estate that we develop on our own as well as our net investment in real estate partnerships. The significant shift was due mainly to the first year impact of selling projects to partnerships in 2004. Since 2004 was the first year that we implemented our strategy of selling our most capital-intensive projects to partnerships, we benefited from recovering the book value of several major condo-hotel projects that pre-date this strategy, while restricting our capital requirements for new projects to our investment in the partnerships. Real estate cash flow in 2005 was improved by $100.4 as a result of selling our commercial properties.

Resort and travel operations capital expenditures ("capex") and other assets used $101.6 million of cash in 2005, up from $92.6 million in 2004. Capex comprised $79.4 million and $69.3 million, respectively, in 2005 and 2004 of these amounts. Each year we spend about $40 million on maintenance capex at our resorts and in our other businesses. Maintenance capex is considered non-discretionary (since it is required to maintain the existing level of service) and comprises such things as snow grooming machine or golf cart replacement, snowmaking equipment upgrades and building refurbishments. Expansion capex (e.g., new lifts or new restaurants) is considered discretionary and the annual amount varies year by year. In 2005 our major expansion capex items included a conference center and second golf course at Blue Mountain, employee housing and a new lift at Mammoth and an administration building at Tremblant. We expect maintenance and expansion capex to be about the same in 2006 as 2005. Our planned expansion capex for 2006 includes approximately $20 million for new lifts, buildings and equipment at our mountain resorts and $13 million for resort operations IT infrastructure.

We spent $22.2 million on other assets in 2005, slightly below the $23.3 million that we spent in 2004. These expenditures mainly comprise furniture, fixtures and equipment outside of our resorts, information technology systems, long-term financing costs and miscellaneous investments.

Long-term receivables and working capital generated $60.5 million of cash in 2005, up from $18.5 million in 2004. This represents the cash flow from changes in receivables, other assets, payables and deferred revenue. Cash from pre-booked revenue for next fiscal year (mainly season passes and lodging deposits) was $15.9 million higher at June 30, 2005 than the end of last year. The balance of the change was mainly due to increasing payables and deferred revenue.

We generated $62.1 million of free cash flow in 2005, down from $292.9 million in 2004. Our free cash flow in 2004 was unusually high because of the large volume of real estate closings and the first-year impact of our strategy of developing real estate with partners. On an ongoing basis, we manage both of our divisions (Leisure and Travel Group and Intrawest Placemaking) to generate positive annual free cash flow.

We used $21.8 million of our free cash flow in 2005 for acquisitions. We spent $36.9 million (net) to acquire 55% of Alpine Helicopters but we gained $15.1 million (net) on the acquisition of 67% of A&K. Proceeds from asset sales generated $1.5 million of cash in 2005, down from $15.9 million in 2004 when we sold our investment in Compagnie des Alpes. We plan to sell our stand- alone golf courses in fiscal 2006 and we have identified other non-core assets for disposal.

In total, our operating and investing activities generated $41.8 million of cash in 2005, which we mainly used to pay dividends and distributions to non-controlling interests. By comparison, in 2004 we generated $308.8 million from operating and investing activities that we mainly used to repay debt.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Total Company EBITDA

(MILLIONS) 2005 2004
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Cash flow provided by operating activities $223.6 $422.9
Add (deduct):
Changes in non-cash operating assets and liabilities (107.4) (274.2)
Current income tax expense 29.5 11.6
Interest expense 44.6 45.8
Interest in real estate costs 35.4 64.7
Call premium and unamortized costs
on senior notes redeemed 30.2 12.1
Write-down of stand-alone golf course assets 17.6 -
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273.5 282.9
Interest and other income net of non-cash items (30.4) (14.6)
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Total Company EBITDA $243.1 $268.3
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Resort and Travel Operations EBITDA

(MILLIONS) 2005 2004
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Resort operations revenue $862.5 $541.3
Resort operations expenses 744.9 436.2
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Resort operations EBITDA $117.6 $105.1
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Management Services EBITDA

(MILLIONS) 2005 2004
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Management services revenue $180.7 $124.4
Management services expenses 137.7 96.9
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Management services EBITDA $43.0 $27.5
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Selected Annual Information
(in millions of dollars, except per share amounts)

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2005 2004 2003
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Total revenue $1,677.1 $1,551.7 $1,103.2
Income from continuing operations 32.6 59.9 34.8
Results of discontinued operations - - (0.6)
Net income 32.6 59.9 34.2
Total assets 2,644.3 2,255.8 2,515.7
Total long-term liabilities 1,794.2 1,468.4 1,804.6

PER COMMON SHARE
Income from continuing operations
Basic 0.68 1.26 0.73
Diluted 0.68 1.25 0.73
Net income
Basic 0.68 1.26 0.73
Diluted 0.68 1.25 0.73
Cash dividends declared (Canadian dollars) 0.16 0.16 0.16

Quarterly Financial Summary
(in millions, except per share amounts)

2005 Quarters 2004 Quarters
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1st 2nd 3rd 4th 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
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Total revenue $206.5 $436.2 $504.8 $529.6 $276.6 $350.0 $437.9 $487.2
Net income (loss) (6.7) (8.0) 68.8 (21.5) 0.9 0.2 56.2 2.6
Per common share:
Net income (loss)
Basic (0.14) (0.17) 1.44 (0.45) 0.02 0.01 1.18 0.05
Diluted (0.14) (0.17) 1.44 (0.45) 0.02 0.01 1.17 0.05

Several factors impact comparability between quarters:
- The timing of acquisitions. In the first quarter of 2005 we acquired
67% of A&K and in the second quarter of 2005 we acquired the 55% of
Alpine Helicopters that we did not already own.
- The seasonality of our resort and travel operations. Revenue and
EBITDA from this business are weighted disproportionately to our
third quarter.
- The timing of project completions and real estate closings. Generally
we close more units in the fourth quarter.
- The timing of refinancings. In the second quarter of both 2004 and
2005 we redeemed senior notes and expensed call premium and
unamortized financing costs.
- The timing of recording reserves and valuation adjustments. In the
fourth quarter of 2005 we wrote down the value of our stand-alone
golf courses.

OUTSTANDING SHARE DATA

As at September 2, 2005, we have issued and there are outstanding 48,298,026 common shares and stock options exercisable for 3,826,100 common shares.

A conference call is scheduled for Tuesday, September 13, 2005 at 11:00am ET (8:00am PT) to review Intrawest's fiscal 2005 results. To access this call dial 1-888-896-0863 before the scheduled start time. A playback version of the conference call will be available until September 20, 2005 at 1-877-519-4471 with password 6334993. The call will also be webcast live on www.intrawest.com.

Intrawest Corporation (IDR:NYSE; ITW:TSX) is a world leader in destination resorts and adventure travel. The company has interests in 10 resorts at North America's most popular mountain destinations, including Whistler Blackcomb, a host venue for the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games. Intrawest owns Canadian Mountain Holidays, the largest heli-skiing operation in the world, and an interest in Abercrombie & Kent, the world leader in luxury adventure travel. The Intrawest network also includes Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Florida and Club Intrawest - a private resort club with nine locations throughout North America. Intrawest develops real estate at its resorts and at other locations across North America and in Europe. Intrawest is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. For more information, visit www.intrawest.com.

Statements contained in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Intrawest's actual results could differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, Intrawest's ability to implement its business strategies, seasonality, weather conditions, competition, general economic conditions, currency fluctuations and other risks detailed in the company's filings with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

If you would like to receive future news releases by email, please contact investor.relations@intrawest.com

INTRAWEST CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands of United States dollars)
JUNE 30, JUNE 30,
2005 2004
(AUDITED) (AUDITED)
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ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 140,878 $ 109,816
Amounts receivable 162,102 142,427
Other assets 184,860 94,105
Resort properties 388,510 412,343
Future income taxes 29,927 18,638
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906,277 777,329
Resort and travel operations 1,034,187 940,949
Resort properties 403,252 368,309
Amounts receivable 78,877 52,958
Investment in and advances to partnerships 109,037 50,899
Other assets 85,181 65,306
Goodwill 27,483 -
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$2,644,294 $2,255,750
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LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Amounts payable $ 275,176 $ 209,037
Deferred revenue and deposits 194,367 87,649
Bank and other indebtedness 82,144 109,685
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551,687 406,371
Bank and other indebtedness 941,279 849,132
Deferred revenue and deposits 132,866 82,211
Future income taxes 92,010 87,461
Non-controlling interest 76,339 43,266
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1,794,181 1,468,441
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY:
Capital stock 469,162 463,485
Retained earnings 345,348 318,883
Foreign currency translation adjustment 35,603 4,941
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850,113 787,309
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$2,644,294 $2,255,750
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INTRAWEST CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND RETAINED EARNINGS
(in thousands of United States dollars, except per share amounts)

THREE MONTHS ENDED
JUNE 30 YEAR ENDED JUNE 30
2005 2004 2005 2004
(UNAUDITED) (UNAUDITED) (AUDITED) (AUDITED)
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RESORT AND TRAVEL OPERATIONS:
Revenue $ 146,517 $ 76,224 $ 862,537 $ 541,315
Expenses 163,491 96,906 744,946 436,184
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Resort and travel
operations contribution (16,974) (20,682) 117,591 105,131
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MANAGEMENT SERVICES:
Revenue 49,764 29,200 180,659 124,394
Expenses 43,284 23,539 137,703 96,909
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Management services
contribution 6,480 5,661 42,956 27,485
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REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT:
Revenue 334,044 379,707 626,728 878,195
Expenses 292,958 331,581 561,098 788,504
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41,086 48,126 65,630 89,691
Income (loss) from
equity accounted
investments (271) 837 2,039 1,683
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Real estate development
contribution 40,815 48,963 67,669 91,374
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Income before undernoted
items 30,321 33,942 228,216 223,990
Interest and other income
(expense) (407) 1,285 5,192 6,117
Interest expense (12,338) (11,054) (44,605) (45,766)
Corporate general and
administrative expenses (5,235) (6,713) (20,571) (20,369)
Depreciation and
amortization (17,093) (13,908) (78,323) (68,626)
Call premium and unamortized
costs of senior notes
redeemed - - (30,173) (12,074)
Write-down of golf course
assets (17,568) - (17,568) -
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Income (loss) before
income taxes and non-
controlling interest (22,320) 3,552 42,168 83,272
Provision for income taxes (106) 1,063 (106) (10,434)
Non-controlling interest 907 (2,009) (9,448) (12,889)
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Net income (loss) (21,519) 2,606 32,614 59,949
Retained earnings,
beginning of period 369,985 319,147 318,883 264,640
Dividends (3,118) (2,870) (6,149) (5,706)
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Retained earnings,
end of period $ 345,348 $ 318,883 $ 345,348 $ 318,883
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Net income (loss) per
common share
Basic $ (0.45) $ 0.05 $ 0.68 $ 1.26
Diluted $ (0.45) $ 0.05 $ 0.68 $ 1.25
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Weighted average number of
common shares outstanding
(in thousands)
Basic 47,882 47,591 47,814 47,588
Diluted 48,175 47,783 47,924 47,798
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INTRAWEST CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands of United States dollars)

OPERATIONS:
Net income $ (21,519) $ 2,605 $ 32,614 $ 59,949
Items not affecting cash:
Depreciation and
amortization 17,093 13,908 78,323 68,626
Future income taxes (29,447) (1,240) (29,447) (1,240)
Non-cash costs of
senior notes redeemed - - 4,842 2,324
Income from equity
accounted investment 271 (837) (2,039) (1,683)
Amortization of
financing costs 663 1,566 2,484 4,117
Stock-based compensation 228 290 883 290
Amortization of
benefit plan 291 493 1,159 1,992
Write-down of stand-
alone golf course
assets 17,568 17,568 -
Non-controlling interest (907) 2,009 9,448 12,889
Loss (gain) on asset
disposals (177) 717 372 1,388
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Funds from operations (15,936) 19,511 116,207 148,652

Recovery of costs through
real estate sales 310,358 286,482 533,498 743,405
Acquisition and
development of
properties held for sale (209,426) (113,916) (486,629) (487,659)
Changes in long-term
amounts receivable, net 3,812 44,289 2,703 42,396
Changes in non-cash
operating working capital 72,640 5,001 57,842 (23,929)
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161,448 241,367 223,621 422,865
FINANCING:
Bank and other borrowings,
net (77,291) (180,039) 9,529 (304,046)
Issue of common shares
for cash 1,762 (1,447) 3,635 461
Dividends paid (3,118) (2,870) (6,149) (5,706)
Distributions to non-
controlling interests (1,801) (5,357) (17,734) (16,543)
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(80,448) (189,713) (10,719) (325,834)
INVESTMENTS:
Proceeds from
(expenditures on):
Resort and travel
operations assets (13,784) (18,672) (79,375) (69,342)
Investment in real
estate partnerships (58,462) (20,188) (59,912) (37,260)
Other assets 1,611 (2,081) (22,227) (23,321)
Business acquisitions,
net of cash acquired (44) - (21,788) -
Asset disposals 1,079 1,441 1,462 15,876
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(69,600) (39,500) (181,840) (114,047)
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Increase (decrease) in
cash and cash equivalents 11,400 12,154 31,062 (17,016)

Cash and cash equivalents,
beginning of period 129,478 97,662 109,816 126,832
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Cash and cash equivalents,
end of period $ 140,878 $ 109,816 $ 140,878 $ 109,816
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Source: Intrawest Corporation

CONTACT: Mr. John Currie, chief financial officer, at (604) 669-9777 or
Mr. Tim McNulty, director, investor relations, at (604) 623-6620 or at
tmcnulty@intrawest.com

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MGM MIRAGE Media Advisory Update

2005-09-12T18:31:00.000-07:00

MGM MIRAGE Media Advisory Update

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The following is a summary of current MGM MIRAGE facts related to the recovery and rebuilding after Hurricane Katrina:

Employees and Vendors

All Beau Rivage employees remain employed and will be provided full pay and benefits through Dec. 6, 2005. This includes all earned vacation, including additional vacation earned during the next 90 days. The company also will continue to provide 401K matching contributions during this period. The company announced its commitment to re-hire all employees upon the re-opening of Beau Rivage.

The Beau Rivage Employee Assistance Center is now open at Beau Rivage seven days a week, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Central Daylight Time. Services available on site include:

- Employee paycheck distribution
- Wachovia Bank (formerly South Trust Bank) representatives on site to
help employees open a bank account and sign up for direct deposit of
their paychecks
- Internet access for FEMA and Red Cross aid applications
- FEMA representative on site
- Job opportunity assistance
- Clothing, basic necessities and food for those in need
- MFS/401K administrators on site to discuss 401K accounts
- Mississippi State Department of Health nurse for medical assistance,
including free tetanus shots
- Crisis counseling services

Wachovia Bank branches in the surrounding four-state region will honor all Beau Rivage payroll checks. Checks are being shipped overnight to those who cannot pick them up in person and have provided their contact information to the 24-hour MGM MIRAGE Call Center at 866-368-7399. Employees are encouraged to check in with the Call Center to advise the company of their situation and how they can best be reached.

Information and an online check-in system is available at a special website established for employees at www.beaurivage.com

Beau Rivage employees may apply online for aid to FEMA (www.FEMA.gov) or call FEMA at 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or for speech/hearing impaired (TTY) call 1-800-462-7585. Employees may also contact the American Red Cross for aid online at www.redcross.org or call 1-800-975-7585.

MGM MIRAGE is waiving co-payments on medical, dental and prescription drug claims for Beau Rivage employees. The company is also waiving Beau Rivage employee contributions for medical and dental policies.

The company has made arrangements with its prescription provider, Catalyst Rx, to allow employee health plan members to have prescriptions filled by "out-of-network" pharmacies.

MGM MIRAGE has also made arrangements with its health plan administrator, Wausau Benefits, to give approval to medical claims from "out-of-network" doctors, clinics and hospitals.

The company also is working individually with any employee who is in need of assistance in arranging for medical care.

More than 250 Beau Rivage employees have already been repositioned with contractors to aid in the recovery effort at the resort. The company has an immediate need for up to 200 more employees to take positions with contractors.

Extending efforts beyond employees and into the Biloxi community, MGM MIRAGE has announced all outstanding vendor invoices will be honored in full.

Employee/Family Recovery Fund

MGM MIRAGE has created a special recovery fund with a $1 million seed donation through the company's employee-funded Voice Foundation. The company also will match, without limit, dollar-for-dollar, every employee donation made to this recovery fund by its 70,000 member workforce through the end of the year. These funds will be devoted to Beau Rivage employees and their families to aid in the efforts directed at their long-term recovery needs. Campaigns to raise funds were launched Sept. 8 at MGM MIRAGE's 23 other properties nationwide.

Recovery of Beau Rivage

Plans for recovery and rebuilding Beau Rivage are underway, with the company committing to rebuild the resort quickly, and to utilize employees in the recovery.

Beau Rivage buildings are already clear of most mud and debris so assessment of the structural integrity and essential systems such as electricity, plumbing and HVAC can begin.

Guests

Guests with pending reservations may call 866-368-7399 to begin processing refunds.

Information about MGM MIRAGE's plan to rebuild its Beau Rivage Resort and Casino in Biloxi, MS is available to the news media and general public at www.mgmmirage.com under the "Press Releases" heading.

MGM MIRAGE (NYSE:MGM), one of the world's leading and most respected hotel and gaming companies, owns and operates 24 properties located in Nevada, Mississippi and Michigan, and has investments in three other properties in Nevada, New Jersey, and the United Kingdom. MGM MIRAGE has also announced plans to develop Project CityCenter, a multi-billion dollar mixed-use urban development project in the heart of Las Vegas, and has a 50 percent interest in MGM Grand Macau, a development project in Macau S.A.R. MGM MIRAGE supports responsible gaming and has implemented the American Gaming Association's Code of Conduct for Responsible Gaming at its properties. MGM MIRAGE also has been the recipient of numerous awards and recognitions for its industry-leading Diversity Initiative and its community philanthropy programs. For more information about MGM MIRAGE, please visit the company's website at www.mgmmirage.com.

Source: MGM MIRAGE

CONTACT: James Murren, President and Chief Operating Officer,
+1-702-693-8877, or Alan Feldman, Senior Vice President of Public Affairs,
+1-702-891-7147, both of MGM MIRAGE

Web site: http://www.redcross.org/

Web site: http://www.beaurivage.com/

Web site: http://www.mgmmirage.com/

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WealthTV in High Def Expands in Arizona

2005-09-12T18:29:00.000-07:00

WealthTV in High Def Expands in Arizona

Western Broadband to Launch WealthTV in Three Arizona Communities

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- WealthTV, the premier lifestyle and entertainment network, today announced that it has completed a long-term agreement with Western Broadband, LLC, to bring WeatlhTV to the communities of Saddlebrooke, SunBird, and Casa Grand, Arizona. Television viewers in these communities will soon be able to enjoy WealthTV's original and compelling programming featuring shows on exotic travel to luxurious lifestyles to programs on the latest medical advances, in standard digital and crystal clear high definition.

"Western Broadband is committed to providing our viewers with unique and original programming that offers not only a high entertainment value, but also delivers substance", stated Neal Schnog, President and CEO of Western Broadband, LLC. "WealthTV delivers highly entertaining programming with an informative take-away component. And by offering WealthTV to our customers in digital and high definition, we're enhancing their value and viewing experience."

Western Broadband follows a number of successful WealthTV launches from a myriad of cities from Los Angeles, California to Stanford, Maine carried by numerous MSOs, including Charter Communications, Verizon, Armstrong, WOW, US Cable, Insight Communications, Champion Broadband, and many others. WealthTV features a wide range of family-friendly, aspirational programming from exotic travel to entertaining and educational shows all designed to have broad appeal.

"We're excited to join the basic and high definition programming line-up at Western Broadband and give additional viewers in Arizona the opportunity to experience and enjoy WealthTV" stated Charles Herring, President of WealthTV. "WealthTV's broad appeal and ability to allow viewers to live the American dream now by simply watching their TV, will deliver what viewers in Arizona are seeking and dreaming of."

About WealthTV

WealthTV is the premier lifestyle and entertainment network -- the destination for exclusive and original programming, simultaneously transmitted in high definition and standard definition. WealthTV delivers to viewers informative shows that provide invaluable insights on what every American dreams of -- from travel secrets to fast cars, from better etiquette to better investing, and much more. Televised 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, viewers of WealthTV consider themselves to be successful wherever they may be in life. The network fills a television vacuum by delivering intellectually stimulating, thought-provoking entertainment and always-unbiased news from an insider's perspective. For more information, please visit www.wealthtv.net.

For more information, contact:

Dean Harris
WealthTV
858-270-6900
Dean.harris@wealthtv.net

Source: WealthTV

CONTACT: Dean Harris of WealthTV, +1-858-270-6900,
Dean.harris@wealthtv.net

Web site: http://www.wealthtv.net/

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State Warns: Extra Patrols Are Going on Now, So Click It or Ticket!

2005-09-12T16:36:00.000-07:00

State Warns: Extra Patrols Are Going on Now, So Click It or Ticket!

OLYMPIA, Wash., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Between September 12 and September 25, extra law enforcement officers throughout Washington State will be monitoring city streets, rural roads, and interstates looking for drivers who aren't buckled up for the state's Click it or Ticket campaign. A ticket for not wearing a seatbelt carries a fine of $101.

During the Click it or Ticket patrols last May, Washington law enforcement officers issued 11,102 seat belt tickets. Studies show that a person wearing a seatbelt has a 70 percent better chance of surviving a crash than a non-belted person. "We've made tremendous progress in this area, but we still have room for improvement. Last year in Washington, 43 percent of people who died in fatal crashes were not wearing their seatbelts," said Lowell Porter, Washington Traffic Safety Commission director.

All law enforcement agencies in Washington, including tribal police, are eligible to sign up for the Click It or Ticket overtime grants. Approximately 110 law enforcement agencies will be participating. The goal of the project is to reduce serious injuries and fatalities from vehicle collisions.

Agencies participating in this current campaign must complete 100 car observational surveys before September 12, and then again after the extra enforcement period ends on September 25. These surveys are designed to measure the impact of the extra seat belt patrols in each area. Agencies conduct the pre/post surveys on the same road, at the same time of day, and on the same day of the week, before and after the campaign, to keep the surveys consistent.

During the past three years, the Click It or Ticket pre/post seat belt surveys have shown that the program works. Before the May/June 2003 enforcement campaign, pre/post surveys showed a 90.6 percent seat belt use rate. After this enforcement campaign, surveys showed an increased seat belt use rate of 95 percent. After the last Click It or Ticket enforcement campaign in May/June 2005, the seat belt use rate climbed back up to 95 percent. Additional research by trained observers is conducted by the Commission.

Once again, Washington has one of the highest seat belt use rates in the United States. "Since we started this project, vehicle occupant deaths have dropped 24 percent, therefore saving about 100 lives per year. This reduction represents a cost savings to the state of about $13 million each year, which is tremendous," Porter said.

When the Click it or Ticket Project began in 2002, seat belt use in Washington had neared 80 to 82 percent for six years running. The project brought the use rate up to 95 percent where it has stayed, give or take a percentage point, since that time. The national seat belt use rate is 80 percent.

So who are the last 5 percent of Washington's residents to buckle up? A study by the Commission shows that unbuckled drivers and passengers are predominantly male, and older, over age 40. This conflicts with national research that shows seat belt non-users to be younger (age 21 - 34). Other research findings confirm the national research which shows that unbuckled motorists have worse driving records, more tickets for not having insurance and for license suspensions and DUIs, and are more likely to be driving a pickup truck or older model car.

Vehicle occupant deaths averaged 541 from 1996 - 1999. In 2003 and 2004, the number averaged 435 deaths. "For every death, we estimate about 4.5 serious injuries, so we've made great gains in reducing serious injuries, too," Porter said.

Source: Washington Traffic Safety Commission

CONTACT: Mark Medalen, mmedalen@wtsc.wa.gov, or Angie Ward,
award@wtsc.wa.gov, or Jonna VanDyk, jvandyk@wtsc.wa.gov, all of Washington
Traffic Safety Commission, +1-360-753-6197

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Amicus Calls on Government to Change Decision That Will Cost 1,400 Welsh Jobs

2005-09-12T16:02:00.000-07:00

Amicus Calls on Government to Change Decision That Will Cost 1,400 Welsh Jobs

LONDON, September 13/PRNewswire/ --

Amicus shop stewards from DARA, the world-class military jet aircraft
repair agency based in Wales, will lobby the Chancellor at the Trades Union
Congress Conference today over a decision that will cause the plant to close
with 1,400 job losses.

Amicus say the decision to move the maintenance of military jets out of
DARA, the GBP80 million facility near Cardiff, is disastrous for the skilled
people who are going to lose their jobs, the taxpayers who funded the plant
and for Wales.

The union also says that MoD claims that work will be transferred back to
the RAF is not realistic and that repair work already removed from DARA St.
Athan is being done by the private sector at massively inflated costs and to
slower timescales. Amicus believes that no other organisation in the country
has the capacity, facilities or the highly skilled workforce to fulfil the
work.

Derek Simpson, General Secretary of Amicus, said: "We are at a loss to
understand the logic for these decisions which will see the loss of 1,400
highly skilled Welsh jobs only to cost more and take longer for the work to
be done elsewhere.

"The whole reason for DARA's establishment less than two years ago was to
ensure that market testing of the work was carried out, that it would be done
by a specialist workforce efficiently and at the best price. All the evidence
shows that the RAF and private companies simply cannot compete with DARA. We
are lobbying the government hard and will be appealing to Ministers, Welsh
MPs and Assembly Member's to support our campaign."

Cath Speight, Amicus' Regional Secretary for Wales said: "It has been a
devastating few months for job losses in Wales with close to 2,000
redundancies at Sony, Christie Tyler and at TRW. The government cannot save
those lost jobs but they can save these vitally important jobs at DARA and we
are doing everything we can to impress this need upon them."

Amicus' shop stewards at DARA will be lobbying senior government
ministers at the Trades Union Congress conference in Brighton next Tuesday.
An Amicus lobby will also be meeting with Rhodri Morgan and Welsh Assembly
Members on Tuesday 20th September.

On Monday 26th September 200 DARA workers will be staging a protest at
Labour Party Conference in Brighton.

Source: Amicus

For further information please call Catherine Bithell in the Amicus press office on +44-(0)20-7-420-8909 or +44-(0)7958-473-224

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Great Lakes Aviation, Ltd. Reports August 2005 Traffic

2005-09-12T15:19:00.000-07:00

Great Lakes Aviation, Ltd. Reports August 2005 Traffic

CHEYENNE, Wyo., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Great Lakes Aviation, Ltd. (BULLETIN BOARD: GLUX) today announced preliminary passenger traffic results for the month of August.

Scheduled service generated 10,549,000 revenue passenger miles (RPM's), a 18.0 percent decrease from the same month last year. Available seat miles (ASM's) decreased 14.2 percent to 25,231,000. As a result, load factor decreased 1.9 points to 41.8 percent. Passengers carried decreased 14.7 percent to 40,052 when compared to August 2004. Preliminary revenue per available seat mile (RASM) increased 16.6 % from 23.61 cents to 27.54 cents.

For the eight months ending August 31, 2005 compared to the same eight month period in 2004, revenue passenger miles (RPM's) decreased 15.2 percent to 77,054,000 and available seat miles (ASM's) decreased 17.0 percent to 185,993,000, resulting in a load factor of 41.4 percent for the year 2005 compared to 40.5 percent for the same eight month period in 2004. The company carried 289,322 revenue passengers for the eight month period ending August 31, 2005, an 11.6 percent decrease from the prior year. Preliminary revenue per available seat mile (RASM) increased 16.0% from 21.85 cents to 25.34 cents on a year-over-year basis.

AUGUST 2005 AND YEAR TO DATE STATISTICS

August 2005 August 2004 Change
Passengers Enplaned 40,052 46,979 (14.7%)
Revenue Passenger Miles (000) 10,549 12,863 (18.0%)
Available Seat Miles (000) 25,231 29,423 (14.2%)
Load Factor 41.8% 43.7% (1.9) points
RASM (cents) 27.54 23.61 16.6%

YTD 2005 YTD 2004 Change
Passengers Enplaned 289,322 327,244 (11.6%)
Revenue Passenger Miles (000) 77,054 90,821 (15.2%)
Available Seat Miles (000) 185,993 224,011 (17.0%)
Load Factor 41.4% 40.5% 0.9 points
RASM (cents) 25.34 21.85 16.0%

Great Lakes is providing scheduled passenger service at 39 airports in ten states with a fleet of Embraer EMB-120 Brasilias and Raytheon/Beech 1900D regional airliners. A total of 201 weekday flights are scheduled at three hubs, with 176 flights at Denver, 10 flights at Albuquerque, and 25 flights at Phoenix. All scheduled flights are operated under the Great Lakes Airlines marketing identity in conjunction with code-share agreements with United Airlines and Frontier Airlines at the Denver International Airport and Phoenix International Airport hubs.

Additional information is available on the company web site that may be accessed at www.greatlakesav.com

Contact: Michael Matthews, VP Finance/CFO

(307) 432-7000

Source: Great Lakes Aviation, Ltd.

CONTACT: Michael Matthews, VP Finance/CFO of Great Lakes Aviation, Ltd.,
+1-307-432-7000

Web site: http://www.greatlakesav.com/

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DFW International Airport Welcomes Alaska Airlines to North Texas

2005-09-12T15:02:00.000-07:00

DFW International Airport Welcomes Alaska Airlines to North Texas

Carrier Becomes Third Airline to Announce New Service at DFW in 2005; More Flights, Lower Fares to Pacific Northwest

DFW INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, Texas, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Still sweltering in temperatures near 100 degrees in Texas, inaugural passengers for Alaska Airlines' new service from DFW to Seattle and Anchorage were greeted today with cool food from the Pacific Northwest and refreshing entertainment from native Alaskan dancers. Alaska Airlines becomes the third major carrier to announce new service at DFW in 2005, joining Mexicana Airlines and Spirit Airlines in offering North Texas travelers more flights and lower fares from Alaska to the Caribbean.

"Seattle is one of the top destinations for local travelers and the additional service to Anchorage is great for those traveling on business or vacationing to experience the beauty of Alaska," says Joe Lopano, executive vice president of marketing and terminal management at DFW. "The new service by Alaska Airlines is further proof that competition is alive and well at DFW. Over twenty passenger carriers have found that DFW is a great market that fits their business models and we eagerly welcome Alaska Airlines to Texas."

Mexicana Airlines has already started service to three cities in Mexico this year (Morelia, Zacatecas, and Guadalajara), while Spirit Airlines just this month announced new nonstop service to Fort Lauderdale with connections to several points in the Caribbean beginning in January 2006.

Alaska Airlines provides two daily nonstop flights between DFW and Seattle timed for convenient connections to cities throughout the Pacific Northwest and Canada, both on Alaska Airlines and its sister carrier Horizon Air. One of the flights offers same-plane continuing service to and from Anchorage, Alaska.

Travelers will enjoy some unique touches in passenger service including the availability of Alaska's state-of-the-art digEplayer entertainment system, a handheld video-on-demand device offering first-run movies, television programs and other entertainment options from the comfort of passengers' seats. Alaska is also offering low introductory fares to introduce the service to Texans.

"Alaska Airlines is proud to bring our unique brand of service and competitive fares to Dallas/Forth Worth," said Gregg Saretsky, Alaska's executive vice president of marketing and planning. "We thank Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport for their warm welcome and look forward to making our aircraft a frequent site in the Lone Star State."

Traveling northbound, flight 811 departs Dallas/Fort Worth at 7 a.m. Central time and arrives in Seattle at 9 a.m. Pacific time. Flight 809 departs Dallas/Fort Worth at 6:10 p.m. Central time, arrives in Seattle at 8:10 p.m. Pacific time and provides same-plane continuing service to Anchorage arriving at 11:30 p.m. Alaskan time.

Traveling southbound, flight 810 departs Seattle at 12:20 a.m. Pacific time and arrives in Dallas/Fort Worth at 6:10 a.m. Central time. Flight 808, which originates in Anchorage at 6 a.m. Alaskan time and offers same-plane continuing service, departs Seattle at 11:20 a.m. Pacific time and arrives in Dallas/Fort Worth at 5:10 p.m. Central time.

About Alaska Airlines

Alaska and its sister carrier, Horizon Air, together serve more than 80 cities in Alaska, the Lower 48, Canada and Mexico. For reservations visit http://www.alaskaair.com/ . For more news and information, visit the Alaska Airlines/Horizon Air Newsroom at http://newsroom.alaskaair.com/ .

About DFW International Airport

Located halfway between the cities of Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas, DFW International Airport is the world's third busiest, offering nearly 2,000 flights per day and serving 57 million passengers a year. DFW International Airport provides non-stop service to 135 domestic and 39 international destinations worldwide. For the latest news, real-time flight information, parking availability or further details regarding the many services provided at DFW International Airport, log on to http://www.dfwairport.com/ .

Source: DFW International Airport

CONTACT: Ken Capps, Vice President Public Affairs of DFW International
Airport, +1-972-574-8080, or Kcapps@dfwairport.com

Web site: http://newsroom.alaskaair.com/
http://www.alaskaair.com/
http://www.dfwairport.com/

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Drivingethanol.org Launched to Web Site Create Positive Awareness About Ethanol

2005-09-12T14:02:00.000-07:00

Drivingethanol.org Launched to Web Site Create Positive Awareness About Ethanol

ST. LOUIS, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- "Drivingethanol.org speaks to consumers in a fun, friendly voice while giving them the story of ethanol. It's good for your car, better for the environment and made in America, too," said Tom Slunecka, executive director for Ethanol Promotion and Information Council (EPIC). Today, EPIC launched a consumer Web site, http://www.drivingethanol.org/ , where consumers can go to learn more about the renewable and environmental friendly fuel ethanol.

"Consumers will be able to visit the site to find the important information that they need about ethanol, including how increasing our use of ethanol will help us create more energy independence, and how ethanol effects your car." says Slunecka.

The site offers some unique content including:

- Ask The Expert -- a special section where consumers can ask industry
experts questions about ethanol.
- Take Action -- here consumers can order a free ethanol car magnet,
e-mail friends about the benefits of ethanol and contact their local
legislators.
- American-Made -- facts about ethanol and the American economy.

To learn more about consumer research, request an ethanol press kit, ethanol graphics, or website graphics, please contact Sarah Van Gorp at 515-247-2811 or svangorp@integermidwest.com.

About EPIC

The Ethanol Promotion & Information Council is an alliance of ethanol producers and industry leaders who have come together to spread the word about the benefits of ethanol through information and promotional programs. For more information, visit http://www.drivingethanol.org/ .

Source: Ethanol Promotion & Information Council

CONTACT: Sarah Van Gorp for Ethanol Promotion & Information Council,
+1-515-247-2811, svangorp@integermidwest.com

Web site: http://www.drivingethanol.org/

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American Airlines Provides $500,000 to the USO

2005-09-12T13:40:00.000-07:00

American Airlines Provides $500,000 to the USO

Frequent Flyers Send Care Packages to Deployed Troops

FORT WORTH, Texas and WASHINGTON, Sept 12 /PRNewswire/ -- American Airlines AAdvantage(R) members have donated more than $500,000 to the USO's Operation USO Care Package program since Dec. 2003, sending more than 20,000 Care Packages to America's men and women in uniform deployed overseas.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20031119/USO )

Approved and supported by the Department of Defense, Operation USO Care Packages are filled with items requested by the troops, including a 100 minute pre-paid calling card, toiletries, sunscreen, mini-fans and other items to help keep cool in the desert heat. In addition, each care package includes a personal message of thanks and support from an AAdvantage member.

"The generosity AAdvantage members have shown to deployed members of the U.S. Armed Forces is truly remarkable," said Jeff Zidell, Vice-President American Airlines AAdvantage Marketing. "The care packages and personal messages of support have touched the lives of thousands of deployed men and women, letting them know we appreciate their service and sacrifice."

The USO will continue to provide AAdvantage members the opportunity to thank the troops for their heroic efforts through 2005 at http://www.usocarepackage-aa.org/. With a $25 donation, AAdvantage members can send a USO care package to a deployed service member and include a personal note of thanks. As a special thank you, AAdvantage members will earn 125 miles for every care package sponsored.

"American Airlines has been a committed supporter of the care package program," said Elaine Rogers, USO-Metro President and Worldwide Administrator for Operation USO Care Package. "Operation USO Care Package is possible due to the support of corporations like American Airlines, their employees and their AAdvantage members."

About the USO

For more than 64 years, the USO (United Service Organizations) has been providing morale, welfare and recreational services to U.S. military personnel and their families. The USO is a nonprofit, charitable organization, relying on the generosity of the American people to support its programs and services. The USO currently operates 122 centers around the world.

About AAdvantage Marketing(SM)

AAdvantage Marketing programs are mileage-based promotions and marketing tools utilized by a diverse range of brands. These businesses represent categories including credit cards, financial services, telecommunications, retail, packaged good, non-profit organizations and of course travel. To learn more about AAdvantage Marketing programs, please visit http://www.aadvantage.com/. To order miles or find out more information, visit http://www.orderaamiles.com/.

CONTACT: A.J. Dennis, Corporate Communications of American Airlines, +1-817-967-1577, corp.comm@aa.com; or Beth Bradner of Operation USO Care Package, +1-703-696-3261, or BradnerB@fmmc.army.mil.

Photo: NewsCom: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20031119/USO
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: USO

CONTACT: A.J. Dennis, Corporate Communications of American Airlines,
+1-817-967-1577, corp.comm@aa.com; or Beth Bradner of Operation USO Care
Package, +1-703-696-3261, or BradnerB@fmmc.army.mil

Web site: http://www.usocarepackage-aa.org/
http://www.uso.org/
http://www.aadvantage.com/

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United Airlines Expands International Service Through Code-share Agreement With South African Airways

2005-09-12T13:22:00.000-07:00

United Airlines Expands International Service Through Code-share Agreement With South African Airways

Service Agreement Expands the Reach of United's Network in Africa and Europe

CHICAGO, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- United Airlines today announced it has reached a code-share agreement with South African Airways, expanding international destination options for customers of both carriers.

Under the agreement, passengers on South African Airways' flights between Johannesburg and Washington Dulles can connect on to United flights to San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, Los Angeles and Las Vegas beginning Nov. 1, 2005.

Also, once the necessary regulatory approvals have been granted, United's code will appear on South African Airways' Washington Dulles-Johannesburg service, and its service within Africa and between South Africa and Europe.

"We are pleased to partner with Africa's largest and best-known commercial air carrier to expand international options for our customers," says Graham Atkinson, United's senior vice president-Worldwide Sales & Alliances. "The code-share agreement with South African Airways further supports our strategy of international growth, and will enable us to provide premium service to our customers to an even greater reach of destinations."

"At South African Airways, we are looking forward to the new opportunities that our partnership with United Airlines will offer to our passengers and those of United," says Dr. Khaya Ngqula, chief executive officer of South African Airways. "North America is one of our key markets and offers a huge potential for growth. We will continue to explore and develop opportunities in this market as part of our global focus to bring the world to Africa, and take Africa to the world."

The agreement was formalized today in a signing ceremony between United's Chief Executive Officer Glenn F. Tilton and South African Airways' Chief Executive Officer Dr. Khaya Ngqula in New York.

South African Airways has been granted membership into the Star Alliance and will become a fully integrated Star Alliance member carrier in early 2006. South African Airways is the largest Africa-based commercial carrier with 94 aircraft in its fleet and lie-flat seating in all of its premium cabins.

United Mileage Plus(R) members also enjoy the benefits of the Star Alliance by earning Elite Qualifying Miles when traveling on South African Airways (once fully integrated) and other Star Alliance partners and redeeming their miles for award travel to nearly 800 destinations worldwide.

About South African Airways

South African Airways (SAA) is South Africa's premier airline and the continent's most awarded carrier. Headquartered in Johannesburg, SAA has a venerated history spanning 71 years and today carries more than seven million passengers a year on a route network that serves 34 cities in 26 countries. More than 12,000 employees worldwide are dedicated to delivering the customer centric service and warm hospitality for which the airline is known. South African Airways is the only carrier to provide direct service from North America to South Africa, with daily departures from New York (JFK) and Atlanta and four flights weekly from Washington Dulles that offer convenient connections to the airline's unsurpassed Africa network. For more information on South African Airways visit http://www.flysaa.com/ .

About United

United Airlines (BULLETIN BOARD: UALAQ) is the world's second largest airline and operates more than 3,400 flights a day on United, United Express and Ted to more than 200 U.S. domestic and international destinations from its hubs in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Chicago and Washington, D.C. With key global air rights in the Asia-Pacific region, Europe and Latin America, United is one of the largest international carriers based in the United States. United is also a founding member of Star Alliance, which provides connections for our customers to nearly 800 destinations in 139 countries worldwide. United's 58,500 employees reside in every U.S. state and in many countries around the world. News releases and other information about United can be found at the company's Web site at http://united.com/ .

Worldwide Press Office:
Days: 847.700.5538
Evenings/Weekends: 847.700.4088

Source: United Airlines

CONTACT: Worldwide Press Office of United Airlines, +1-847-700-5538, or
Evenings-Weekends, +1-847-700-4088

Web site: http://www.united.com/
http://www.flysaa.com/

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Teamsters, Communications Workers Agree to Jointly Represent Passenger Service Agents at Merged US Airways and America West

2005-09-12T12:53:00.000-07:00

Teamsters, Communications Workers Agree to Jointly Represent Passenger Service Agents at Merged US Airways and America West

WASHINGTON, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- The Communications Workers of America and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters today announced a proposed alliance to jointly represent passenger service agents at US Airways when the merger of America West and US Airways is completed.

The proposal to create a new Airline Customer Service Employee Association - IBT/CWA will be presented to members of the two unions for their approval, reported Teamsters President James Hoffa and CWA President Larry Cohen.

CWA represents 6,000 passenger agents at US Airways currently, and IBT represents 3,500 agents at America West. The employees work as reservations, ticket and gate agents, and also staff hospitality clubs at airports and assist handicapped passengers.

"By working together, we can build a strong, unified passenger service group and protect and improve conditions for employees that both unions represent at US Airways," said CWA's Cohen.

"This joint effort will result in strong representation for all workers at the newly merged airline," Hoffa said. "As the industry endures continued economic uncertainty, this agreement will ensure that nearly 10,000 workers are united in their fight for fair treatment and job security."

CWA currently has a contract at US Airways whose conditions remain in effect by law, while the IBT now is in bargaining for a first contract at America West, where employees unionized last year.

The future goal of the association is to improve salaries and conditions for America West and US Airways employees.

In day-to-day representation, CWA will continue to represent workers in the eastern, largely US Airways locations, and the Teamsters will represent those in the western states where America West mainly operates.

The pact calls for the presidents of the two unions to alternate in heading up the association, with Cohen initially serving as director for the first year and Hoffa as vice director. CWA and IBT will each designate an equal number of representatives from their local unions to form a US Airways Representation Committee to meet at least four times a year on workplace issues and policies of the association. All policy questions must be jointly approved.

America

Source: International Brotherhood of Teamsters; Communications Workers of

CONTACT: Leigh Strope of International Brotherhood of Teamsters,
+1-202-624-6877, or Jeff Miller or Candice Johnson, both of Communications
Workers of America, +1-202-434-1168

Web site: http://www.teamster.org/

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Dream Foundation and National Hospice Foundation Seek Donations of Frequent Flyer Miles to Help Reunite Loved Ones Impacted by Hurricane Katrina

2005-09-12T12:52:00.000-07:00

Dream Foundation and National Hospice Foundation Seek Donations of Frequent Flyer Miles to Help Reunite Loved Ones Impacted by Hurricane Katrina

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, the Dream Foundation is responding to the needs of hospices in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama by setting up a designated frequent flyer miles fund. Partnering with the National Hospice Foundation, the Dream Foundation will use the donated miles to reunite hospice families and fly volunteer caregivers to impacted regions. Dream Foundation (http://www.dreamfoundation.org/) is the first and only non-profit organization that grants final wishes to adults. Part of the Dream Foundation's mission is to serve hospice families in need.

"It is important that we come together as a country to show our support for one another, to show our understanding of priorities, and to be an example of hope," remarks Dream Foundation Founder and President Thomas Rollerson. "It is within the scope of our mission to help families in crisis. The needs of those impacted by this horrible tragedy are too great for one organization to handle alone. By working together, we can make an immediate and lasting difference in the lives of others. Let us honor those in need with not just gifts of material goods but those of comfort, compassion, love and resolution."

To donate frequent flyer miles to the Dream Foundation's emergency hospice efforts, please donate online at dreamfoundation.org or call at (805) 564-2131. 100% of the frequent flyer miles banked from this program will be directed towards hurricane relief efforts for hospice families.

"Compassion and caring are most powerful when provided on an ongoing basis, over time," comments J. Donald Schumacher, President and CEO of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. "In working with the Dream Foundation, we hope to bring comfort and hope to those coping with loss and reassure them that support will be there when they need it."

Now in its 11th year, the Dream Foundation's mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families battling terminal illnesses. The National Hospice Foundation is the principal fundraising partner of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO). NHF supports all NHPCO initiatives devoted to the promotion of end-of-life care and quality care for terminally ill persons and their families.

Source: Dream Foundation

CONTACT: Nels Henderson of Dream Foundation, +1-805-564-2131; or Jon
Radulovic of National Hospice Foundation, +1-703-837-3139

Web site: http://www.dreamfoundation.org/

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Marriott International to Release Third Quarter 2005 Earnings October 6, 2005

2005-09-12T12:48:00.000-07:00

Marriott International to Release Third Quarter 2005 Earnings October 6, 2005

WASHINGTON, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) will conduct its 2005 third quarter earnings review for the investment community and news media on Thursday, October 6, 2005, at 10 a.m. Eastern Time (ET). The results will be issued before the opening of the New York Stock Exchange on that day.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030605/MARRIOTTLOGO )

Marriott's 2005 third quarter covers the 12-week time period from June 18, 2005 through September 9, 2005. Mr. Arne Sorenson, Marriott International's executive vice president, chief financial officer, and president - continental European lodging, will discuss the company's 2005 third quarter results as well as its business outlook for the remainder of 2005.

The conference call will be webcast simultaneously via Marriott's investor relations web site. Investors and news media wishing to access the call on the web should log on to http://www.marriott.com/investor, click the "Recent Investor News" tab and click on the quarterly conference call link. A replay will be available at that same web site until November 14, 2005.

The telephone dial-in number for the conference call is (913) 981-5542. A telephone replay of the conference call will be available from 1 p.m. ET, Thursday, October 6, 2005, until 8 p.m. ET, Thursday, October 13, 2005. To access the replay, call (719) 457-0820. The reservation number for the recording is 5399439. To help ensure the conference call begins in a timely manner, please dial in 5 to 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, INC. (NYSE:MAR) is a leading lodging company with more than 2,600 lodging properties in the United States and 65 other countries and territories. The company is headquartered in Washington, D.C. It is ranked as the lodging industry's most admired company and one of the best places to work for by Fortune(R) magazine. In fiscal year 2004, Marriott International reported sales from continuing operations of $10 billion, and the company had approximately 133,000 employees at year-end 2004. For more information or reservations, please visit our web site at http://www.marriott.com/.

IRPR#1

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AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Marriott International, Inc.

CONTACT: Tom Marder of Marriott International, +1-301-380-2553 or
thomas.marder@marriott.com

Web site: http://www.marriott.com/
http://www.marriott.com/investor

Company News On-Call: http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/532963.html

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Detroit Windsor Tunnel to Provide Real Time Traffic Information

2005-09-12T12:13:00.000-07:00

Detroit Windsor Tunnel to Provide Real Time Traffic Information

DETROIT and WINDSOR, Ontario, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- As a vital passenger and economic link between SE Michigan and Southern Ontario the Detroit Windsor Tunnel has expanded the availability of real time tunnel traffic information.

The media, businesses and travelers between Windsor and Detroit (via the Detroit Windsor Tunnel) will be able to obtain real time traffic conditions at the tunnel by clicking on http://www.dwtunnel.com/ .

According to Neal Belitsky, General Manager, "Though delays between Detroit and Windsor are minimal and crossing the border has never been easier, many still have the perception that crossing the border is difficult and time consuming. This web-based service will provide a real time camera view of the Tunnel's Detroit and Windsor plazas. Windsor is now operational and Detroit will be on line shortly. In addition to the live view feed, traffic conditions and lane availability will also be updated every half hour.

"These, among other, web enhancements demonstrates our commitment to the next 75 years of serving the community and meeting our commitment to the 25% Challenge offered by the governments of the United States and Canada."

These services will enable commuters and travelers to better gauge their time and plan their travel accordingly.

The Tunnel is also evaluating adding SMS (text messaging) and e-mail notifications as another value added service to its customers.

Other recent projects showing our commitment to the region include the recently completed paving of Randolph Street and widening of the Detroit toll plaza, acceptance of credit cards for toll on the Detroit plaza and the opening of additional automatic toll machines so more lanes are available on a 24-hour basis. These projects were funded by the Detroit & Canada Tunnel Corporation, owner and operator of the Detroit Windsor Tunnel, at a cost of over $250,000US.

These projects are designed to speed the flow of traffic at the border and increase capacity at the Tunnel.

2005 also marks the 75th Anniversary of the Detroit Windsor Tunnel.

Source: Detroit Windsor Tunnel

CONTACT: Neal Belitsky, General Manager of Detroit Windsor Tunnel,
+1-313-567-4422 (204), +1-519-258-7424 (204), NBelitsky@DWTunnel.com

Web site: http://www.dwtunnel.com/

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Unions Go Global with Airline Catering Dispute; Solidarity Rallies in San Francisco and Los Angeles

2005-09-12T11:10:00.001-07:00

Unions Go Global with Airline Catering Dispute; Solidarity Rallies in San Francisco and Los Angeles

British and American unions will team up in an international show of solidarity for the Heathrow catering workers who were fired by airline caterer Gate Gourmet. Fired Heathrow workers will rally with their American brothers and sisters in San Francisco on Tuesday, September 13 and Los Angeles on Wednesday, September 14. Gate Gourmet's failure to resolve the matter in London has caused the unrest to spread across the Atlantic.

Gate Gourmet workers, members of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT), and UNITE HERE! in the U.S., and the Transport and General Workers' Union (TGWU) in the U.K., will demonstrate international solidarity to urge Gate Gourmet to resolve the dispute at Heathrow. In August, 667 Heathrow workers were fired, some with twenty minutes notice and others with just three minutes notice over a megaphone in the company's parking lot. The unions are demanding reinstatement of all Gate Gourmet workers at Heathrow.

British and American workers will team up for rallies and press at the following locations:

Where? San Francisco Los Angeles
When? Fire Station #1 parking lot across LAX Gate Gourmet facility
Westfield Road Check Point 6701 West Imperial Highway
September 13 September 14
1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m.

WHO? British and American Gate Gourmet line workers

To arrange interviews with both American and British Gate Gourmet workers, contact Blake Harwell at 646-228-5900.

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, UNITE HERE! and Transport & General Workers' Union represent over 9,000 workers at Gate Gourmet kitchens in the U.S. and London.

Contact:
Blake Harwell, UNITE HERE (U.S.) +1-646-228-5900
Leigh Strope, IBT (U.S.) +1-202-624-6877
Andrew Dogdshon, T&G (U.K.) 011 44 7976 832156

General Workers' Union
PRNewswire -- Sept. 12

Source: International Brotherhood of Teamsters; UNITE HERE!; Transport and

Web site: http://www.teamster.org/

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Las Vegas Sands Corp. Executives to Present at Gaming Investment Forum

2005-09-12T11:10:00.000-07:00

Las Vegas Sands Corp. Executives to Present at Gaming Investment Forum

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Las Vegas Sands Corp.'s (NYSE:LVS) Executive Vice President Bradley Stone and Chief Financial Officer Scott Henry will give a presentation today, September 12, 2005, at the Deutsche Bank Securities and Goldman, Sachs & Co. Gaming Investment Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada. A copy of the presentation can be obtained by visiting our web site at www.lasvegassands.com.

Statements in this press release which are not historical facts are "forward-looking" statements that are made pursuant to the Safe Harbor Provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties or other factors beyond the Company's control, which may cause material differences in actual results, performance or other expectations. These factors include, but are not limited to general economic conditions, competition, new ventures, government regulation, legalization of gaming, interest rates, future terrorist acts, insurance, and other factors detailed in the reports filed by Las Vegas Sands Corp. with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

ABOUT LAS VEGAS SANDS CORP.

Las Vegas Sands Corp. is a hotel, gaming, resort and exhibition/convention company headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. The company owns The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino and the Sands Expo and Convention Center, where it hosts exhibitions and conventions, in Las Vegas and the Sands Macao in the People's Republic of China Special Administrative Region of Macao. The company is also developing additional casino hotel resort properties, including The Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino in Las Vegas and The Venetian Macao Casino Resort in Macao.

Contacts:

Investment Community: Scott Henry, Chief Financial Officer,
(702) 733-5502
Media: Ron Reese, Director of Corporate Communications, (702) 414-3607

Source: Las Vegas Sands Corp.

CONTACT: Investment Community, Scott Henry, Chief Financial Officer,
+1-702-733-5502, or Media, Ron Reese, Director of Corporate Communications,
+1-702-414-3607, both of Las Vegas Sands Corp.

Web site: http://www.lasvegassands.com/

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Costa BayanA Breaks Ground in the Dominican Republic

2005-09-12T11:08:00.001-07:00

Costa BayanA Breaks Ground in the Dominican Republic

Residential Resort Transforming Atlantic Coastline into Luxury Yachting and Golf Destination

MIAMI, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Costa BayanA Partners, an international real estate development company, announced today that construction has begun on Costa BayanA, its group of five-star, marina residential resorts in the Dominican Republic.

The multi-billion dollar destination will consist of three resorts: AtlanticA, OceanA and BayanA, developed on 11,000 acres, featuring 23 miles of Atlantic coastline between Puerto Plata and Montecristi.

"Costa BayanA will bring the best of European resort living to the Caribbean" said Pierre Schnebelen, President of Costa BayanA Partners. "It is designed to become the Costa Smeralda of North America, delivering the highest level of luxury to the most sophisticated clientele."

Amenities at Costa BayanA will include five Signature golf courses, 260 super yacht hangers, three cruise ship piers and terminals with at least two 100,000 gallon fuel stations, commercial and general aviation airports, 28 boutique hotels, 850 shops and restaurants and 10,000 real estate units priced from $300,000 to $5.2 million - all within 10 pedestrian villages

Costa BayanA will be constructed within eight to 10 years. The first phase of the first resort, AtlanticA, is scheduled to be completed in December 2006 for the Grand Opening.

Spontaneous Animation

"Resorts are traditionally thought of as developments that limit activities to a chosen theme or what can be encompassed within the property itself," said Schnebelen. "Unlike other resorts, Costa BayanA will offer unmatched diversity in a true Caribbean paradise."

Pedestrian promenades will weave through the resorts' villages with views of the Atlantic Ocean, the resorts' golf courses, harbors and marinas. A market ambience with shops, restaurants and cafes will encourage "spontaneous animation" - a dynamic community of visitors and residents that is full of life and activities.

Yachting Haven/ Hurricane Hole

Situated in the center of the Caribbean archipelago, halfway between the Turks and Caicos Islands and Puerto Rico, Costa BayanA will feature more than 1,000 docking spaces in the Bay of Luperon, one of only two natural hurricane havens in the Central American Hurricane Zone.

"Costa BayanA will emerge as the number one yachting destination in the Caribbean," said Schnebelen, and will serve as the epicenter for yachters sailing between North America and the Caribbean

The entrance channel at AtlanticA leads into the harbor which will accommodate 80 docking spaces. Further into the bay, the marina will feature 450 slips accommodating 40 to 160-foot yachts with power, water, waste removal, telephone and cable. Up to 500 additional yachts may be docked along the waterfront property.

AtlanticA Bay will encompass a cruise ship terminal where guests of luxury cruise lines will disembark in the heart of AtlanticA's Harbor Village, a pedestrian promenade of boutique shops and sidewalk cafes.

At the end of the Grand Canal - at the far end of AtlanticA Harbor - a shipyard will be located, complete with ship chandlers, sail makers, chartering offices and crew member accommodations. This area will also feature dry docks with a crane and space to stow up to 200-foot yachts.

Palmer/Fazio Signature Golf

More than one million square feet of terrain for all levels of play comprise Costa BayanA's five courses including AtlanticA's Punta AtlanticA Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course and the Canyon Jim Fazio Signature Golf Course, and still in planning stages, the Gran OceanA Golf Course at OceanA.

AtlanticA's flagship ocean course, designed by Arnold Palmer, will feature 7,353 yards (6,724 meters) of links course, with seven fairways on the ocean to challenge even the most accomplished player.

The ocean course's remaining 11 fairways will be set upon a landscape of naturally terraced bluffs with Atlantic views. This 600,000-square-meter course will be in close proximity to a luxury boutique hotel, European-style beach club and a private golf club. The Punta AtlanticA Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course is scheduled for completion in December 2006,

The Canyon Jim Fazio Signature Golf Course will follow directly after, and will feature four fairways on the Atlantic shoreline and 14 holes surging from the coast into the area's Las Colinas coral canyons. A third 18-hole course will be located wholly within the intricate folds of the Las Colinas canyons.

New Airport Service

Two new international airports are planned to service Costa BayanA. With a landing strip of 3,000 meters (3,280 yards), the airports will include 40 private jet hangers, as well as passenger and cargo facilities. Initial air service will include connections to North American and European gateways such as Santo-Domingo, San Juan, Miami, New York, Frankfurt, Munich, Madrid, London, Paris, Milan and Rome.

The commercial airport will be located near Montecristi and will be approximately a 10-minute drive from Costa BayanA's OceanA Residential Resort, and about one hour with a hydrofoil service to AtlanticA and BayanA. The general aviation airport will be built between the AtlanticA and BayanA resorts.

About Costa BayanA Partners

Costa BayanA Partners is the chief developer of the three Costa BayanA residential resorts located on the north coast of the Dominican Republic. Decades of international experience with projects that have shaped the global resort and tourism industry have brought together a unique network of entrepreneurs and experts from the United States, Europe, Latin America and Asia, to build Costa BayanA's three unique residential properties: AtlanticA, BayanA and OceanA.

Costa BayanA Partners is led by President Pierre Schnebelen, the visionary of the project. Mr. Schnebelen is globally recognized as a pioneer in the modern tourist resort industry, having completed more than 20 major destination resorts during the last 30 years, including Tignes and Val d'Isere resorts, pioneers of the contemporary ski resort concept, and today represent Europe's premier ski area featuring over 100 hotels with 75,000 beds, together generating more than 3 million skier-days per year.

About Resorts of the World

Resorts of the World (www.resortsoftheworld.net) is a leader in high-end residential sales and marketing of the world's finest residential report properties. Resorts of the World identifies real estate and high-end lifestyle trends to market properties to a qualified client base, managing the concept from start to finish, including direct marketing, advertising, and Internet sales. Based in Miami, Resorts of the World has a global client base, with a strong focus in the United States, Europe and Latin America. For more information call +1-786-888-9000.

Source: Costa BayanA Partners

CONTACT: Signe Bjorndal, Costa BayanA, USA Office, +1-786-888-6345,
sbjorndal@resortsoftheworld.net; Christine Monaghan of Hill & Knowlton,
+1-212-885-0490, christine.monaghan@hillandknowlton.com

Web site: http://www.resortsoftheworld.net/

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Philadelphia's Stephen Starr Named 'Restaurateur of the Year' by Bon Appetit Magazine

2005-09-12T11:08:00.000-07:00

Philadelphia's Stephen Starr Named 'Restaurateur of the Year' by Bon Appetit Magazine

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- The editors of Bon Appetit magazine have chosen Stephen Starr as "Restaurateur of the Year" in its October issue, which will be on newsstands nationwide on Tuesday, September 13. With 12 Philadelphia restaurants including Buddakan, Morimoto and Alma de Cuba to his credit, and currently celebrating his 10th anniversary in business, Starr has emerged as the country's most prolific and influential restaurateur. With no signs of slowing down, Starr will grow his Starr Restaurant Organization in 2006 by opening two restaurants in New York City and three more in Atlantic City.

"This is one of the greatest honors of my career. It's a wonderful feeling to be acknowledged on a national level by such a prestigious publication," says Starr, who has been lauded for revitalizing Philadelphia's dining scene.

For eight years running, the editors of Bon Appetit have recognized the most deserving people in the world of food and entertaining in their annual American Food and Entertaining Awards. The winners will be honored at a gala dinner on September 20 at Le Bernardin in New York City.

Source: Starr Restaurant Organization

CONTACT: Clare Pelino or Jennie Hatton, Profile Public Relations,
+1-215-985-2106, http://www.profilepr.com/, for SRO; or Alexa Cassanos,
+1-212-286-6591, or alexa_cassanos@condenast.com, for Bon Appetit

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Tishman Hotel Corp. Selects HSI's Profit Series as its Next Generation POS Platform

2005-09-12T11:06:00.000-07:00

Tishman Hotel Corp. Selects HSI's Profit Series as its Next Generation POS Platform

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Hospitality Solutions International (HSI), a division of MICROS Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:MCRS) and a leading software developer for the hospitality industry, announces that Tishman Hotel Corporation (THC) has installed the HSI Profit Series Point-of-Sale (POS) software for its Swan Hotel and Dolphin Hotel, both located in Orlando, Florida.

Under the terms of the agreement, Hospitality Solutions International will provide 42 MICROS Eclipse terminals, 20 Dell terminals, 9 wireless tablet PCs, and kitchen display systems to power the Profit Series POS application. In all, HSI will provide both hardware and software to the Swan Hotel and Dolphin Hotel, encompassing a total of 19 outlets across the two properties.

THC chose the Profit Series POS system to take advantage of HSI's special features, such as wholesaler coupons and coded comps to provide THC operations with industry leading functionality.

"HSI's ability to define comp codes in the POS system allows us to replace our manual system," stated Phillip Stoy, Controller of both the Swan and Dolphin Hotels. "Installing HSI's Profit Series POS enables us to take advantage of new functionality and interfaces that were not available in our previous system."

"HSI is pleased to gain another market leader in the resort community," stated Cyndi Shepley, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Hospitality Solutions International. "Our ability to provide specialized features solidifies our niche in the resort marketplace. We look forward to a long term partnership with Tishman Hotel Corporation."

Tishman's Swan and Dolphin hotels present two of the most spectacular resort destinations in the country for vacationers. Together, they also comprise Florida's most comprehensive convention and meeting complex. Fanciful architecture creates a unique and memorable setting of luxurious accommodations, where exceptional facilities and award-winning service combine to create one of the most enjoyable guest experiences anywhere.

The HSI Profit Series Point-of-Sale system is an easy-to-use, scalable, windows-based, point-of-sale solution designed to fit into nearly any hospitality environment. The simplicity of design is backed by extraordinary functionality and intuitive graphics. The HSI Profit Series POS links front- of-house and back-office applications in a real-time format, which allows system changes to be made instantly, even as the system is operating.

About Hospitality Solutions International

Hospitality Solutions International (HSI), a division of MICROS Systems, Inc. provides technology solutions for the hospitality industry, with capabilities in software development and systems integration, as well as ASP Services and Internet based products. The HSI product line includes: Profit Series Point of Sale System, MyHSI.net Corporate Management and Reporting System, Jaguar Property Management System, Falcon Central Reservation System and Cobra Sales and Catering System. HSI products are installed in more than 4,000 locations worldwide.

About Tishman Hotel Corporation

Tishman Hotel Corporation (THC) is a leading U.S.-based Hotel Management firm, which also provides Asset Management and Hospitality Advisory services. THC manages approximately 9,000 hotel rooms nationwide and in the Caribbean, and in conjunction with its affiliates, has provided services to more than 160 hotels totaling over 80,000 hotel rooms. Hotel Business magazine ranks THC as the #2 independent hotel management company in the nation.

Properties managed by THC include the Eldorado Hotel in Santa Fe, NM; the Warner Center Marriott Woodland Hills and Four Points Sheraton LAX in California; the Crown Plaza Harrisburg in Pennsylvania; the Renaissance Chicago O'Hare, and the Westin Rio Mar Beach and Sheraton Old San Juan in Puerto Rico.

THC is an affiliate of Tishman Realty & Construction Co., Inc., one of the world's premier real estate managers, developers, owners, builders, and advisors, founded in 1898 and headquartered in New York. For more information, please visit http://www.tishmanhotels.com/.

Source: MICROS Systems, Inc.

CONTACT: Lori Kotz, Marketing, of HSI - A Division of MICROS Systems,
Inc., +1-480-707-6228, Fax: +1-480-707-6223, or lori.kotz@hsi-solutions.com

Web site: http://www.micros.com/
http://www.tishmanhotels.com/

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Grateful Dead Tour Bus Ends Long, Strange Trip at Volo Auto Museum

2005-09-12T10:28:00.000-07:00

Grateful Dead Tour Bus Ends Long, Strange Trip at Volo Auto Museum

VOLO, Ill., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- After years of neglect, the Grateful Dead's original tour bus has been restored and placed on display at the Volo Auto Museum in Volo, IL.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050912/CGM042 )

"She was the sound bus, the caboose, number five in a caravan and unofficially the party bus where the guys relaxed with their friends after the show," said Butch Patrick, owner of the bus and former child actor best remembered as Eddie Munster on television's "The Munsters."

Jerry Garcia and his band mates called the 1965 Gillig bus "Sugar Magnolia" and used it to tour the country from 1967 to 1985.

All of the original furnishings and decor have been preserved. The ceiling is lined with hundreds of vintage rock posters featuring The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Janice Joplin and others who visited the bus.

As is the case with most of the cars at the Volo Auto Museum, the bus is for sale. The asking price is $200,000, Patrick said.

The museum is home to the world's largest collection of muscle cars and The George Barris TV & Movie Car Collection, featuring Grandpa Munster's Drag-U-La, the original Batmobile, General Lee, and other famous cars.

The museum is located in Volo, IL and open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adult admission is $7.95. Special rates are available for children, seniors, active military, and veterans. Visit http://www.volocars.com/ or call (815) 385-3644 for more information.

Photo: NewsCom: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050912/CGM042
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
AP PhotoExpress Network: PRN13
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Volo Auto Museum

CONTACT: Joseph Lopez, Director of Volo Auto Museum, +1-815-385-3644

Web site: http://www.volocars.com/

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Unions Go Global with Airline Catering Dispute; Solidarity Rallies in Chicago, San Francisco, and Los Angeles

2005-09-12T10:05:00.000-07:00

Unions Go Global with Airline Catering Dispute; Solidarity Rallies in Chicago, San Francisco, and Los Angeles

CHICAGO, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- British and American unions are teaming up in an international show of solidarity for the Heathrow catering workers who were abruptly fired by the airline caterer Gate Gourmet. Fired Heathrow workers rallied with their American colleagues in Chicago today and will continue tomorrow with a rally in San Francisco and in Los Angeles on Wednesday. Gate Gourmet's failure to resolve the matter in London has caused the unrest to spread across the Atlantic.

Gate Gourmet workers, members of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) and UNITE HERE in the U.S., and the Transport and General Workers' Union (TGWU) in the U.K., will demand reinstatement of all fired Gate Gourmet workers at Heathrow. In August, 667 Heathrow workers were fired, some with just three minutes notice and others with just twenty minutes notice over a megaphone in the company's parking lot.

Across the Atlantic, Gate Gourmet has been seeking unreasonably severe concessions from its U.S. employees. The Unions have fought the demands, most recently compelling the company to reinstate health coverage that it had unilaterally revoked.

Regarding the actions in the U.K., UNITE HERE President Bruce Raynor said, "We are dismayed that Texas Pacific Group [Gate Gourmet's owner], with such a successful reputation for turning around struggling companies like Continental Airlines, would allow Gate Gourmet to engage in such outrageous behavior. Not only is such worker treatment patently irresponsible, we cannot understand how this works towards Gate Gourmet's turnaround."

TGWU General Secretary Tony Woodley said from London, "I'm very proud of the way our members have behaved. It certainly shows that far from being the militants the company tries to portray them as, they are quietly dignified, determined and strong in their desire for justice. Trade unions in the USA have been magnificent in their support."

Jim Hoffa, Teamsters General President said, "We're inspired by our London brothers and sisters' determination to fight Gate Gourmet's outrageous anti-worker behavior. Labor unions are here to protect workers from unfair employer tactics like those of Gate Gourmet."

The IBT, UNITE HERE and the TGWU represent over 9,000 workers at Gate Gourmet kitchens in the U.S. and London. The U.S. and UK unions have been in contract negotiations for nearly two years.

General Workers' Union

Source: International Brotherhood of Teamsters; UNITE HERE; Transport and

CONTACT: Blake Harwell, UNITE HERE, (U.S.) +1-646-228-5900, or Leigh
Strope, IBT (U.S.) +1-202-624-6877, or Andrew Dodgshon, T&G Union (U.K.)
011 44 7976 832156

Web site: http://www.teamster.org/

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Bed & Breakfasts: VacationSpot.com Names Top B&B's for an Autumn Weekend Getaway

2005-09-12T09:32:00.000-07:00

Bed & Breakfasts: VacationSpot.com Names Top B&B's for an Autumn Weekend Getaway

DALLAS, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Autumn 2005 -- North, South, East, and West -- Autumn is the perfect season for a weekend retreat and according to VacationSpot.com, the most comprehensive collection of vacation rentals and bed & breakfasts available for booking online, a Bed & Breakfast can give travelers just the respite they are looking for. B&B's offer charm, sophistication, elegance, a bit of history, a bit of home, a bit of solitude, and a bit of community all rolled into one. With more than 1,000 B&B properties to choose from on http://www.vacationspot.com/ , the only difficult decision will be deciding when to go.

"More and more consumers are discovering the growing and popular B&B vacation experience," said Rick Fisher, vice president of vacation rentals for VacationSpot.com. "The subtle niceties they offer such as full breakfast, afternoon tea or lemonade and cookies, a common library, and private baths are relaxing and refreshing."

According to VacationSpot.com, here are lists of great B&B's worth visiting in some of America's favorite cities.

Boston
Harborside Inn B&B from $159.95
Oasis B&B from $85.95
Battle Green Inn B&B from $95.95

San Francisco
Alamo Square B&B from $85.95
Edward II Inn and Pub from $85.95
Mithila Hotel B&B from $104.95

Philadelphia
Morris House Hotel from $159.95
Bridge Street House B&B from $89.95
Chimney Hill Farm Estate B&B from $119.95

Atlanta
University Inn @ Emory B&B from $139.95
Gaslight Inn from $119.95
Ansley Inn B&B from $95.95

Santa Barbara
Secret Garden Inn B&B from $145.95
Old Yacht Club Inn B&B from $199.95
Casa Del Mar B&B from $139.95

Cape Cod
Mostly Hall B&B from $239.95
Bursley Manor B&B from $189.95
Colonial House Inn B&B from $109.95

Yosemite National Park (Yosemite Junction, CA)
The Homestead Bed & Breakfast from $139.95
Hotel Charlotte B&B from $85.95
All Seasons Groveland Hotel from $139.95

Rehobeth Beach, DE
Bewitched & Bedazzled B&B from $169.95
Cabana Gardens B&B from $119.95
Lighthouse Inn B&B from $179.95

Newport, RI
1873 Architect's Inn B&B from $239.95
Pillsbury House B&B from $95.95
Eden Manor Bed & Breakfast from $119.95

For foliage enthusiasts, a B&B stay is the quintessential complement to a drive through the changing leaves. According to the Foliage Network, travel time is best anywhere from the last week of September through the first week or two of October for Upper New England. While the three-day weekend around the Columbus Day holiday is often associated with peak foliage in the MidWest, the South, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut and Rhode Island, but there are no guarantees.

VacationSpot.com, allows the traveler to plan, shop and book from among one thousand B&B properties in the US as well as vacation rental properties such as condos, private homes, villas and suites. Viewing the quality rating of the property, photos and detailed descriptions that will help make the decision easily and confidently. Additionally, VacationSpot.com customers can speak with a specialist 24x7 to help make their decision by calling 1-888-290-SPOT (7768).

About VacationSpot.com

VacationSpot.com, powered by Hotels.com, is the most comprehensive resource for booking vacation rentals and bed & breakfasts on the Internet. VacationSpot.com offers thousands of properties in hundreds of destinations. Travelers can book vacation rentals through the Web site, http://www.vacationspot.com/ , and through live operators available 24 hours a day/7 days a week at 1-888-290-SPOT (7768). Hotels.com is an operating company of Expedia, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXPE). CST: 2059975-40

See http://www.vacationspot.com/ for details.

MEDIA INQUIRIES
Liz Greene
The Powell Group for VacationSpot.com
214.363.7763
lg@powellgroup.net

Source: VacationSpot.com

CONTACT: Liz Greene of The Powell Group, +1-214-363-7763, or
lg@powellgroup.net , for VacationSpot.com

Web site: http://www.vacationspot.com/

Company News On-Call: http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/915548.html

NOTE TO EDITORS: Please contact VacationSpot.com press office for questions or information on B&B's in your area.

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Travel Industry to Unveil Online Job Bank for Workers Displaced by Hurricane Katrina

2005-09-12T09:31:00.000-07:00

Travel Industry to Unveil Online Job Bank for Workers Displaced by Hurricane Katrina

WASHINGTON, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- The Travel Industry Association of America (TIA), in partnership with the Travel & Tourism Coalition and the Travel Business Roundtable, will unveil a new online job bank to help workers displaced by Hurricane Katrina find new employment as soon as possible.

The job bank, at http://www.katrinajobs.org/, will launch September 15. The site will take information from job-seekers and post listings from TIA members, other travel- and hospitality-related companies, and all businesses across American industry.

Most recent statistics show the travel industry in the affected areas in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama accounts for $18.3 billion in business annually, and some 260,000 travel and hospitality industry-related jobs.

Who: Roger J. Dow
President and CEO, Travel Industry Association of America

Jonathan Tisch
Chairman, Travel Business Roundtable; Chairman and CEO,
Loews Hotels

Hospitality Employees from Affected Areas
Sharing personal anecdotes

When: Wednesday, September 14, 2005 11:15 a.m. EDT

Where: National Press Club -- Zenger Room
529 14th Street NW
Washington, DC 20045

Dial-in: Reporters outside of the greater Washington area may
participate via teleconference on 1-888-529-0347,
passcode 332274. A question-and-answer period will follow.

Audio/Video: A mult-box will be provided.

The Travel Industry Association of America is the 2,000 member national, non-profit organization representing all components of the $600 billion travel industry. TIA's mission is to represent the whole of the U.S. travel industry to promote and facilitate increased travel to and within the United States.

The Travel Business Roundtable (TBR), a strategic partner to the Travel Industry Association of America (TIA), is a CEO-based organization representing all sectors of the travel and tourism industry. In addition to airlines, car rental companies, travel management agencies, hotel chains, resorts and theme parks, TBR's membership roster also includes such entities as The Coca-Cola Company, USA Today, the National Football League, the U.S. Conference of Mayors and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, demonstrating the broad scope and diversity of the industry. In 2004, travel and tourism was the nation's third largest retail industry generating $600 billion in travel expenditures and $100 billion in local, state and federal taxes. For more information, visit http://www.tbr.org/.

Website: http://www.katrinajobs.org
http://www.tbr.org

Source: Travel Industry Association of America

CONTACT: Matt Triaca, +1-202-530-4690, Matt_Triaca@was.bm.com, or Ed
Hoover, +1-202-530-4553, or Ed_Hoover@was.bm.com, both for Travel Industry
Association of America

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Orange County Great Park Corporation Launches Public Participation Campaign to Select Great Park Master Designer

2005-09-12T09:29:00.000-07:00

Orange County Great Park Corporation Launches Public Participation Campaign to Select Great Park Master Designer

WHAT: The Orange County Great Park Corporation today launched a
public outreach campaign to give all Orange County residents
an opportunity to see and provide comment on designs
submitted by the seven world renowned landscape architects,
designers and planners competing to be "master designer" of
the Orange County Great Park. The Orange County Great Park
Corporation plans to select the master designer in October.

HOW: The public can participate in two ways:

The public can review the designs on the Internet at
www.ocgp.org. In addition to viewing the designs, an online
poll to determine popular preferences will be conducted from
September 12 through September 25. The online poll results
will be given to the board of directors to assist them in
choosing the master designer. Internet access is available
at all Orange County public libraries.

The public may also view art boards featuring the design
concepts that will be on display at the Irvine Civic Center
between September 12 and 21 from 8:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.,
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and 8:30 A.M. to 9:00 P.M.
Tuesdays and Thursdays. They will also be on display
Saturday, September 17 and Sunday September 18 from 9:00 A.M.
to 4:00 P.M. The Irvine Civic Center is located at 1 Civic
Center Plaza in Irvine.

WHY: The public's views will play an important role in determining
who will be master designer of the Orange County Great Park.
This information will be also be provided to the final master
designer of the Great Park.

CONTACT: Maryann Maloney
949-375-0856

PRNewswire -- Sept. 12

Source: Orange County Great Park Corporation

Web site: http://www.ocgp.org/

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Air Force Reserve Jet Car Takes on Reno Air Race Attendees

2005-09-12T08:21:00.000-07:00

Air Force Reserve Jet Car Takes on Reno Air Race Attendees

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- In a fraction of the time it takes to sit through a red light, the Air Force Reserve Jet Car accelerates from zero to 400 mph! This jet-powered car, made of aluminum stretched over a chrome-moly chassis, will create mini sonic booms as it thunders down the runway at Reno Stead Field, during the National Championship Air Races, Saturday, September 17 and Sunday, September 18.

In fact, the Air Force Reserve Jet Car Team believes their vehicle can hit the 400 mph mark in less time than it takes to dial home on a cell phone -- that's about eight seconds. So, the Jet Car Team has issued a challenge to those attending the Air Races. They can test their phone dialing skills against the Jet Car's speed. It's a daring race between phone and car.

The Air Force Reserve Above & Beyond Jet Car boasts a Westinghouse J-34 jet engine that can crank out 10,000 horsepower and about 6,000 pounds of thrust. The engine, originally designed for the North American Buckeye T-2A Aircraft, is one of the fastest land vehicles and will show off its capabilities in Reno.

This 26-foot long streak of red, white and blue is a marvel of engineering, but not exactly fuel efficient. The Jet Car uses about 40 gallons of diesel fuel as it streaks 1800 feet down the runway, which makes driving this vehicle akin to sitting on a rocket. To prove that point, the car has its own on-board fire extinguishing system.

The piloting duties primarily fall to Scott Hammack, who will be driving during the Air Races, and the backup pilot is Bill Braack, who recently retired as a flight engineer with the Air Force Reserve. The third very important member of the Jet Car crew is Scott's wife, Linda Hammack, who handles all the logistics for the team.

During the performance, the 2,300-pound package of energy will race a plane. Even giving that plane a head start, the Jet Car Team is confident their vehicle will win. In that effort, the car pilot will hit about 400 mph, which will generate 4.5 G forces. To the pilot, that feels like a pressure of more than four times his body weight. Then comes the challenge of stopping the Jet Car. A ring slot parachute deploys to slow down the car and that hits the pilot with 11 Gs of lateral negative force.

The Jet Car travels around the country in a Kenworth tractor trailer measuring 79.5 feet in length, 13.5 feet high and 8.5 feet wide. The monster truck is wrapped in images of the Air Force Reserve's F-16s.

In addition to handling roughly 30 percent of the work of the U.S. Air Force, members of the Air Force Reserve fulfill a vital role in American life.

Stationed locally, these men and women serve globally. They are the Hurricane Hunters, who fly into the center of fierce storms to take meteorological readings. They fly aerial fire fighting missions to help control forest and wild fires. They are members of aero-medical teams, who handle evacuations and transportation of critical care cases. And, they comprise para-rescue teams that handle search and rescue missions, as well as a host of other missions that support Air Force operations around the world.

The Air Force Reserve is proud to support the Jet Car and its unique place in American aviation.

Source: Air Force Reserve

CONTACT: Marlene DeMarco of Blaine Warren Advertising, +1-702-435-6947,
for Air Force Reserve

NOTE TO EDITORS: Special Offer to the Media Think you can phone home on your cell before the Air Force Reserve Jet Car accelerates from zero to 400 mph? Take the test on Wednesday, September 14, in advance of the races. For exact time and location, call 702-435-6947.

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Meet Your Best Friend at the Detroit Zoo!

2005-09-12T08:06:00.000-07:00

Meet Your Best Friend at the Detroit Zoo!

ROYAL OAK, Mich., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- The Detroit Zoo is again teaming up with the Michigan Humane Society to find new loving homes for hundreds of adoptable animals from local shelters. The 13th annual Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo will take place on Saturday and Sunday, September 24 and 25, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak. The event is held outdoors under tents in the Detroit Zoo front parking lot at 10 Mile Road and Woodward Ave. There is no charge for event admission or parking. The presenting sponsor is VCA Animal Hospitals. Other sponsors are The Cat Practice, Pfizer, Pet Suite Retreat and Krispy Kreme.

Because new puppies are the most popular adoptable pets, this year 25 "puppy passes" will be given each morning to guests looking specifically to adopt a new puppy. Those with puppy passes will be allowed to enter the event at 9:45 a.m., with the remainder of the guests allowed to enter at 10:00 a.m. Allowing the "puppy rush" to happen before general admittance will ensure that all guests have a wonderful time choosing their pet. A dog walk area will also be available to give guests an opportunity to spend time with their chosen animal before adopting it.

"It is wonderful to see how excited people get when they hold their new pet for the very first time," says Detroit Zoological Institute Director Ron Kagan. "We urge anyone looking for a pet to adopt one of these loving animals because they are all in need of a home. The Michigan Humane Society has been an excellent partner in this extremely popular event."

Adoption fees and policies are set by each participating group. Adopters must present a driver's license or state ID card. All dogs and cats will have received a medical check-up and age-appropriate vaccination. For health and safety reasons, please leave current pets at home.

Since its inception in 1993, Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo has placed more than 10,000 pets into new homes. Hundreds of adoptable dogs, cats and rabbits will be available for immediate adoption from the Michigan Humane Society and 26 additional animal welfare organizations from metro Detroit and beyond. As the country's largest off-site adoption event, animal lovers are sure to find their pick of the litter!

For more information, call the Michigan Humane Society at 1-866-MHUMANE, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or visit http://www.michiganhumane.org/ or http://www.detroitzoo.org/ .

The Detroit Zoological Institute is comprised of the Detroit Zoo and the Belle Isle Nature Zoo. The Institute, founded in 1928, is committed to celebrating and saving wildlife. Situated on 125 acres of naturalistic exhibits, the Detroit Zoo is open year round with several indoor viewing areas. The Detroit Zoo is located at the intersection of Ten Mile Road and Woodward Avenue, just off I-696 in Royal Oak. Admission is $11.00 for adults 13 to 61; $9.00 for senior citizens 62 and older and $7.00 for students ages 2 to 12; and children under 2 are free. For more information call (248) 398-0900 or visit http://www.detroitzoo.org/ . The Belle Isle Nature Zoo is located on Belle Isle Park in Detroit. The Nature Zoo is currently under construction but some family programming, provided with interpretive staff support from the Huron-Clinton Metroparks, takes place on the weekends with advance reservations by calling (313) 852-4056. The Detroit Zoological Society works to promote the general welfare and interests of the Detroit Zoological Institute. Financial support has allowed the Zoo to expand its animal collection, open new exhibits, and implement major beautification projects. To help the Detroit Zoological Society through financial support, partnership opportunities, membership, or volunteering, please call (248) 541-5717.

Source: Detroit Zoological Institute

CONTACT: Kimberly Hugo, +1-248-855-6777, khugo@marxlayne.com for Detroit
Zoological Institute

Web site: http://www.detroitzoo.org/
http://www.michiganhumane.org/

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Boyd Gaming Management to Present at Deutsche Bank/Goldman Sachs Gaming Investment Forum

2005-09-12T07:42:00.000-07:00

Boyd Gaming Management to Present at Deutsche Bank/Goldman Sachs Gaming Investment Forum

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE:BYD) management will present today at the Deutsche Bank/Goldman Sachs Gaming Forum in Las Vegas. A complete copy of the presentation will be available by visiting our web site at www.boydgaming.com .

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030219/BOYDLOGO)

Photo: NewsCom: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030219/BOYDLOGO
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Boyd Gaming Corporation

CONTACT: financial, Ellis Landau, +1-702-792-7210, or Paul Chakmak,
+1-702-792-7212, or media, Rob Stillwell, +1-702-792-7353,
robstillwell@boydgaming.com, all of Boyd Gaming Corporation

Web site: http://www.boydgaming.com/

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Overlooked by Football Fanatic Husbands, Ladies Devise Their Own Game Plan This Season With 'Football Widows Revenge' Weekend Getaways

2005-09-12T07:39:00.001-07:00

Overlooked by Football Fanatic Husbands, Ladies Devise Their Own Game Plan This Season With 'Football Widows Revenge' Weekend Getaways

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Tired of blaring TV's and disregarding husbands, ladies team up with a game plan of their own this football season with 'Football Widows Revenge' weekend getaways at Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, starting at $250* per person/night any weekend now through Feb. 5, 2006. From private poolside cabanas and 'shop till-you drop' spa treatments, girlfriends find sweet revenge this fall.

Football Weekend Widows Revenge -- $250* per person/night
-- Private cabana
-- 'Shop till you drop' spa treatments
-- Culinary Journey at Zen
-- MVP Breakfast in Bed
-- Tuxedo Strawberries & Champagne
-- Sweet Revenge Chocolate Martinis

Gal pals 'kick off' the weekend spending the day at the formal pool with private poolside cabanas, donning luxurious robes and being waited on hand and foot. While soaking up the sun, Spritz Stewards "sprinkle" sunbathing gals too tired to take a dip, while the Pool Concierge provides cool towels and fruit.

Desperate for retail therapy, ladies can take advantage of their personal concierge and trade in the mini-van for the snazzier wheels of a Jaguar or Hummer as they cruise to Mall of Millenia to indulge with Chanel, Burberry, Gucci and Louis Vuitton. After a day of shopping, girlfriends revive tired tootsies with 'Shop till you drop' spa treatments from pedicures to massages at the full service European-style spa. If ladies need a "2-point safety" of their own the resort offers a 'hide the purchases' shipping service, where shopping goodies are sent home without raising eyebrows from curious husbands.

While guys partake in a pizza and beer dinner at home, gal pals sip on Sweet Revenge Chocolate Martinis and savor The Zen Experience, a sampling of the entire gourmet Pan-Asian fare menu at Zen. After their soiree, "wives" retire to luxurious accommodations with plush bathrobes and expansive marble vanities with lighted-makeup mirrors. Touchdown chants are the furthest thought away as ladies awake to a well-deserved MVP (Most Valuable Parent) breakfast in bed.

To plan' Football Widows Revenge' weekend getaway call Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, (407) 390-6664, (800) THE-OMNI or visit http://www.omniorlandoresort.com/.

* Per room, per night based on double occupancy and a two-night stay; based on availability; subject to change. $1,680 total with taxes and gratuities not included.

Source: Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate

CONTACT: Jordan Wilson for Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate,
jwilson@zimmerman.com

Web site: http://www.omniorlandoresort.com/

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Boeing Donates $3 Million to Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago

2005-09-12T07:39:00.000-07:00

Boeing Donates $3 Million to Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago

CHICAGO, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- A $3 million donation by The Boeing Company (NYSE:BA) will help provide the Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago, one of the country's premiere art institutions specializing in authentic and progressive interpretations of African and African-American dance, music and folklore, with its own performance space on Chicago's South Side.

The gift will go toward the completion of the Muntu Performing Arts Center, the site of the Muntu's future permanent home, now under construction on 47th and Greenwood in Chicago's North Kenwood/Oakland neighborhood. The gift will be used to build the Center's main lobby, a studio theatre and a 400-seat, main-stage theatre, which will be available for use by other arts and cultural groups when Muntu is not staging a performance.

"The Center will surely be a hub for performing arts, but also an economic and social driver in the historically significant and newly redeveloping Bronzeville, North Kenwood and Oakland neighborhoods," said Boeing Chief Financial Officer James Bell, who made the announcement today in the north Boeing Gallery at Chicago's Millennium Park. The announcement was preceded by a free outdoor performance by several Muntu dancers and musicians. Joan Gray, Muntu's president, accepted the gift on behalf of the dance company.

"The hope is that the Center and the Boeing Theatres within it will become one of the city's top destinations for arts lovers from all over Chicago and the world," said Bell.

According to Gray, the Performing Arts Center will represent a number of important firsts. It will be the first permanent home of an African dance company in the U.S., and Muntu will be the first dance company of any kind in Chicago to own its own performance space.

The Muntu gift reflects Boeing's long-standing commitment to investing in projects and programs that support diversity and diverse communities, as well as those that promote participation in the arts among audiences that may not otherwise have the opportunity to engage in these activities.

"It's important to recognize, nurture and celebrate the various means of expression of all the city's many and diverse citizens," said Bell. "That's why Boeing's support of arts and culture extends far beyond Millennium Park, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and other downtown destinations into the city's neighborhoods where arts institutions like Muntu can serve as a source of pride and as a catalyst for further development."

Boeing's investment will be the first of its kind from a major corporation and the second-largest investment to date in the $15 million capital campaign for the Center, which is still ongoing. The Center is expected to open to the public in the spring of 2006.

"I hope that the announcement of Boeing's investment will encourage other corporations and charitable foundations to help Muntu realize its dream of having its own permanent performing space," said Bell. "Boeing has been a supporter of Muntu Dane Theatre performances since we first came to the city; it has become near and dear to our hearts, and we are thrilled that we are able to continue to help it thrive and grow in this way."

The Muntu Dance Theatre donation is part of a limited capital investment program for Boeing in the Chicago area. The first investment was for the Boeing Galleries in Millennium Park. According to Bell, this and future investments are intended to build on the solid foundation the company has established in Chicago through its ongoing support of community initiatives. Chicago has been the site of the company's world headquarters since 2001.

The largest African dance company outside of Africa, Muntu ("the essence of humanity" in the Bantu language) Dance Theatre of Chicago performs authentic dances from various cultures in Africa and the Americas. In addition to performances, Muntu provides education and community-based programs, touching the lives of over 300 students each week.

Source: The Boeing Company

CONTACT: Susan Birkholtz of Boeing Company, +1-312-544-2927, cell,
+1-312-645-1627, susan.l.birkholtz@boeing.com

Web site: http://www.boeing.com/

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TransAct Technologies Names New Casino Sales Executive

2005-09-12T07:09:00.000-07:00

TransAct Technologies Names New Casino Sales Executive

WALLINGFORD, Conn., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- TransAct Technologies Incorporated (NASDAQ:TACT), a leading producer of transaction- based printers for customers worldwide today announced the appointment of Jim Gabriele, to lead the TransAct Eastern Region Casino Sales organization. Mr. Gabriele, a veteran of the gaming industry for over a decade, will be responsible for managing and achieving TransAct's sales objectives in the Eastern Region of the United States.

Jon Berkley, Senior Vice President and Business Manager, Global Gaming and Lottery of TransAct, said, "Jim's industry experience and genuine enthusiasm are valuable assets for both TransAct and our clients. He is a valued addition to our team. During his career, Jim has been consistently successful in building strong relationships with casino properties and slot machine manufacturers and we look forward to Jim's contributions as we continue to expand our gaming business."

Jim Gabriele comes to TransAct from Mars Electronics International where his most recent position was Director of Gaming North America/New Business Development. During his career at MEI Jim grew the business from its baseline to 24% market share by winning such key accounts such as the Borgata, the MGM Mirage, Seneca Casinos, and the Tropicana among others.

"I am excited to be joining TransAct in this key role as they are the clear leader in the Gaming and Lottery printer market with the best product line and tremendous customer support. The combination of my industry background and knowledge and the superior product offerings is sure to satisfy TransAct customers and drive revenue and profit growth at TransAct," commented Mr. Gabriele.

About TransAct Technologies Incorporated

TransAct (NASDAQ:TACT) designs, develops, manufactures and markets transaction-based printers under the ithaca(R) name. In addition, the Company markets related consumables, spare parts and service. The Company's printers are used worldwide to provide receipts, tickets, coupons, register journals and other documents. TransAct focuses on two core markets: point-of-sale (POS) and banking, and gaming and lottery. TransAct sells its products to original equipment manufacturers, value-added resellers and selected distributors, as well as directly to end-users. The Company's product distribution spans across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Caribbean Islands and the South Pacific. For further information, visit TransAct's web site located at www.transact-tech.com.

CONTACTS:
Steven DeMartino, Chief Financial Officer, 203-269-1198 Ext. 6059
or David Pasquale, 646-536-7006, or Denise Roche, 646-536-7008, both with
The Ruth Group

Forward-Looking Statements:

Certain statements in this press release include forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, such as "may," "will," "expect," "intend," "estimate," "anticipate," "believe," "project" or "continue" or the negative thereof or other similar words. All forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, but are not limited to, customer acceptance and market share gains, both domestically and internationally, in the face of substantial competition from competitors that have broader lines of products and greater financial resources; introduction of new products into the marketplace by competitors; successful product development; dependence on significant customers; dependence on significant vendors; the ability to recruit and retain quality employees as the Company grows; dependence on third parties for sales outside the United States, including Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Latin America; economic and political conditions in the United States, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Latin America; marketplace acceptance of new products; risks associated with foreign operations; availability of third-party components at reasonable prices; price wars or other significant pricing pressures affecting the Company's products in the United States or abroad; and the outcome of lawsuits between TransAct and FutureLogic, Inc. Actual results may differ materially from those discussed in, or implied by, the forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this release and the Company assumes no duty to update them to reflect new, changing or unanticipated events or circumstances.

Source: TransAct Technologies Incorporated

CONTACT: Steven DeMartino, Chief Financial Officer, +1-203-269-1198
Ext. 6059; or David Pasquale, +1-646-536-7006, or Denise Roche,
+1-646-536-7008, both with The Ruth Group

Web site: http://www.transact-tech.com/

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US Airways Adds Flights, Providing More Seat Capacity for High Point Furniture Market

2005-09-12T07:08:00.000-07:00

US Airways Adds Flights, Providing More Seat Capacity for High Point Furniture Market

ARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- US Airways will add an average of six daily roundtrip flights and operate larger aircraft to and from the Greensboro/High Point Regional Airport from Oct. 16-25, 2005, to accommodate customers attending the annual International Home Furnishings Market in High Point, N.C.

US Airways will add two daily flights to Greensboro from both New York (LaGuardia) and Pittsburgh, as well as one additional flight from Philadelphia. From Philadelphia, US Airways will also upgrade existing 50- seat regional jet service to larger aircraft, including 120-seat Airbus A319 and 126-seat Boeing 737-300 aircraft, which will add 218 daily seats to the route.

From Charlotte, N.C., US Airways will upgrade its nine daily flights to larger aircraft, increasing capacity by 244 seats each way. Operating between Charlotte and Greensboro during this time will be a 70-seat Canadair RJ 700, one Boeing 737-300 and four 144-seat 737-400 aircraft.

US Airways and US Airways Express currently operate 30 daily flights from Greensboro.

US Airways is the nation's seventh-largest airline, serving 183 communities in the U.S., Canada, Europe, the Caribbean and Latin America. US Airways, US Airways Shuttle and the US Airways Express partner carriers operate approximately 3,300 flights per day. For more information on US Airways flight schedules and fares, visit US Airways online at usairways.com, or call US Airways Reservations at 1-800-428-4322.

Source: US Airways

CONTACT: Amy Kudwa of US Airways, +1-703-872-5100

Web site: http://www.usairways.com/

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Pilot Air Freight Delivers More Than 115,000 Meals to Victims of Hurricane Katrina

2005-09-12T07:07:00.000-07:00

Pilot Air Freight Delivers More Than 115,000 Meals to Victims of Hurricane Katrina

LIMA, Pa., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Pilot Air Freight announced today that the company has made two emergency, overnight deliveries of meals to the victims of Hurricane Katrina. The overnight deliveries, which consisted of more than 135,000 pounds, or enough meals to feed 115,000 people, were made as part of Pilot Air Freight's long-standing partnership with Tracy Defense Depot, the US military's large logistics and distribution center located 65 miles east of San Francisco.

Both deliveries originated at the San Joaquin Defense Depot in Tracy, California and were flown from Stockton Airport to Louis Armstrong International Airport in New Orleans. The first shipment, which contained 35,000 pounds of ready-to-eat meals, required Pilot Air Freight to supply a 727 cargo aircraft within 2.5 hours of notice at 9 pm on Wednesday, September 7, 2005 and deliver the meals to New Orleans by 8 am the next morning. The second shipment, which contained 100,000 pounds of ready-to-eat meals, came with 1.5 hours of notice on the evening of Thursday, September 8, 2005 and required Pilot Air Freight to supply a cargo DC-8 aircraft to meet the next morning, 7 am delivery deadline.

"It is exceedingly satisfying to realize that Pilot's capabilities have played a role in feeding hungry victims of Hurricane Katrina," says Richard G. Phillips, Pilot Air Freight's Chairman, President and CEO. "This opportunity to help arose from our close working relationship with Tracy Depot, and our people's ability to step in and step up to meet any challenge. In particular, Pilot Air Freight commends District Manager Shelly Brick and Account Representative Janet Rollandi, who took immediate action to make this delivery happen for Tracy Depot and the people of New Orleans."

Pilot Air Freight was also commended by Colonel Douglas Serrano, Commander of Tracy Depot, who said, "Thanks for all of your help. We were challenged, we made it happen, we made a difference, and our respective organizations shined. Please pass on my thanks to all of your folks who worked to make this happen."

About Pilot Air Freight

Pilot Air Freight is a Lima, PA-based, full-service transportation and logistics company offering global coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Pilot operates 65 offices in the United States and more than 115 offices throughout North America. Pilot also is the founding member and principal partner in The World Freight Alliance (WFA). As such, Pilot guides the direction of more than 700 shippers who provide the efficiencies of a freight forwarding network along with complete cross-continent, tracking and tracing to over 10,000 global markets.

Pilot's range of expedited services are all encompassing, from customized logistics programs, online shipment tracking, and international services, to a complete line of Time-Definite Services throughout North America, including Pilot Platinum Guarantee(R) and Pilot Home Delivery. In addition, Pilot's fully integrated online shipment navigator, CoPilot(TM), provides Pilot customers all of the necessary tools for making online shipping fast, convenient, and secure.

For more information about Pilot Air Freight, call Renee Rozniatoski at (610) 642-8253 or email her at renee@gregoryfca.com.

Source: Pilot Air Freight

CONTACT: Renee Rozniatoski of Gregory FCA Communications,
+1-610-642-8253, renee@gregoryfca.com, for Pilot Air Freight; or Susan Pickett
of Pilot Air Freight, +1-610-891-8163, smpickett@pilotair.com

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Celebrity Cruises Taps Senior Vice President, Marketing

2005-09-12T06:44:00.000-07:00

Celebrity Cruises Taps Senior Vice President, Marketing

Seasoned Executive Brings Wealth of Experience With Widely Recognized Brands

MIAMI, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Celebrity Cruises today announced the appointment of consumer marketing executive Ellen Taaffe as senior vice president of Marketing effective September 20. Taaffe will be responsible for all aspects of Celebrity's marketing program, including brand strategy and positioning, consumer and trade advertising, web and loyalty marketing, research, and brand development. Celebrity's Vice President, Sales Dondra Ritzenthaler and team will continue to report to Hanrahan.

"We are thrilled to welcome Ellen to the executive team at Celebrity," said the line's President Dan Hanrahan. "A senior marketer with some of America's best-known brands, Ellen has a proven track record of reaching consumers in innovative, impactful ways. She joins us during an exciting period of growth and evolution, and her leadership and expertise will be invaluable as we continue to build the Celebrity brand."

Taaffe comes to Celebrity from PepsiCo, where she served as vice president of Marketing, Health and Wellness Programming since 2003, developing the innovative "Smart Spot(TM)" communications program and driving national sponsorship of "America on the Move(TM)." Prior to that, Taaffe was vice president of Marketing for Frito Lay's convenience foods division, launching a record number of product introductions and leading a unit that delivered two years of double-digit sales growth. From 1984 to 2001, Taaffe held a variety of progressive roles in Marketing for Quaker Oats Company, ultimately serving as vice president and recognized for accelerating the growth and turnaround of several snack products.

Taaffe received an M.B.A. from the J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management in Evanston, Ill., and a B.S. in Marketing in from the University of Florida in Gainesville.

Celebrity Cruises is the industry's highest rated premium cruise brand with a taste of luxury. The cruise line has 10 ships in its fleet, which sails in Alaska, Bermuda, California, the Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, the Mexican Riviera, the Panama Canal and South America. In addition, Celebrity Xpeditions offer exotic travel experiences in the Galapagos Islands and every major region where Celebrity sails. For more information, call your travel agent, dial 1-800-437-3111, or visit the Celebrity web site at http://www.celebrity.com/ .

Source: Celebrity Cruises

CONTACT: Elizabeth Jakeway, Celebrity Cruises, +1-305-539-6127, or
ejakeway@celebrity.com

Web site: http://www.celebrity.com/
http://www.royalcaribbean.com/

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Carnival Corporation & plc to Hold Conference Call on Third Quarter Earnings

2005-09-12T06:42:00.000-07:00

Carnival Corporation & plc to Hold Conference Call on Third Quarter Earnings

MIAMI, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Carnival Corporation & plc's (NYSE:CCL)(NYSE:CUK) Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer Howard Frank has scheduled a conference call with analysts for 10 a.m. (EDT), 3 p.m. (BDT), Monday, September 19, 2005, to discuss the company's third quarter financial results, which are expected to be released that morning.

A simulcast of the call will be available via the company's Web site at http://www.carnivalcorp.com/ and http://www.carnivalplc.com/ .

Source: Carnival Corporation & plc

CONTACT: Media, U.S., Tim Gallagher, Carnival Corporation & plc,
+1-305-599-2600, ext. 16000, or UK, Sophie Fitton or Sarah Tovey,
both of Brunswick group, +011-44-20-7404-5959, for Carnival Corporation & plc;
or Investor Relations, Beth Roberts, Carnival Corporation & plc,
+1-305-406-4832

Web site: http://www.carnivalcorp.com/
http://www.carnivalplc.com/

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An Instant Icon: Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong Now Open

2005-09-12T06:40:00.000-07:00

An Instant Icon: Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong Now Open

Service, Style and Sensory Delights Combine to Create an Unforgettable Experience

TORONTO, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world's leading luxury hotel company, is pleased to announce the opening of Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, the second of three planned properties in China and a significant addition to the brand's growing Asian portfolio.

"Four Seasons has made dramatic entry into another of the world's great cultural and business centres, heralding a new generation of luxury hotels in Hong Kong," said Wolf Hengst, president, worldwide hotel operations, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. "We are delighted to fly the Four Seasons banner in this city, and bring our anticipatory service to business and leisure travellers alike."

Set within the International Financial Centre (IFC), a complex that has redefined the famous Hong Kong skyline, the Hotel is also redefining service, with fresh and new dining options, a spa full of sensory surprises, function space that opens up to the sparkling city, and an international team of employees that makes every experience a personal and memorable one.

The Hotel is one of four towers of the IFC, home to some of the city's most prominent financial organizations and retailers. The IFC includes as well Four Seasons Place, Hong Kong's newest and most luxurious option for long term stay guests. Just 23 minutes from Chek Lap Kok Airport and directly on the Airport Express train route, Four Seasons is located at the hub of the city's financial and shopping district and within the city's sophisticated and centrally located transportation network.

Views of Victoria Harbour, the city, Kowloon Peninsula and The Peak are framed by floor to ceiling windows in 399 oversized bedrooms, as well as restaurants and other spaces throughout the Hotel. Reflecting the city's cultural heritage, rooms are offered in two design options: one featuring classic Asian motifs and the other more Western and contemporary. Whatever the style, the rooms are amongst the largest in Hong Kong, and are fitted out with features designed to make every stay productive, comfortable and memorable.

The Hotel's signature restaurant is Caprice, with a French menu created by Vincent Thierry and his team of chefs, fresh from the famed 3-Star Michelin Le Cinq at Four Seasons George V Paris. Caprice also offers guests three private dining rooms, and a Chef's Table. A second restaurant, Lung King Heen, offers contemporary Cantonese cuisine in a modern setting. The chic Blue Bar and quieter Lobby Lounge round out the Hotel's cuisine and beverage offering.

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong is an urban oasis. From the mother-of-pearl decorated Crystal Steam Room to the Ice Fountain cool down area, Finnish sauna, Rhassoul chamber for rain showers and a private vitality pool, eighteen treatment rooms and additional manicure and pedicure rooms, The Spa offers the city's ultimate sanctuary for relaxation and pampering.

Whether guests choose to stay at the hotel to conduct business, or want to host an unforgettable event, the Hotel is equipped to meet their needs. Two harbour-facing ballrooms with eight-metre windows plus seven additional meeting rooms easily accommodate events large and small with state-of-the-art facilities and personal attention to every detail. An Executive Club floor with spectacular harbourside views offers a relaxed and productive setting for business travellers with complimentary amenities, 24-hour access to business and concierge services, and use of private boardrooms.

Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong joins Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai and Four Seasons Hotel Beijing (now under construction) to offer unparalleled service in China. The expanding Four Seasons Asian portfolio also includes hotels in Tokyo, Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta and Taipei, and resorts in Langkawi, Chiang Mai and Bali, with additional properties currently in development throughout the region.

Dedicated to continuous innovation and the highest standards of hospitality, Four Seasons invented luxury for the modern traveller. From elegant surroundings of the finest quality, to caring, highly personalised 24-hour service, Four Seasons embodies a true "home away from home" for those who know and appreciate the best. The deeply instilled Four Seasons culture is personified in its employees - people who share a single focus and are dedicated, highly skilled and inspired to offer great service. Founded in 1960, Four Seasons has followed a targeted course of expansion, opening hotels in major city centers and desirable resort destinations around the world. Currently with 66 hotels in 30 countries, and more than 20 properties under development, Four Seasons will continue to be on the thinking edge of innovation, making business travel easier and leisure travel more rewarding. For more information on Four Seasons, visit www.fourseasons.com.

Source: Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

CONTACT: Nicola Blazier, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts (Toronto),
(416) 441-4301, nicola.blazier@fourseasons.com; Leanne Drago,
Columbus PRCo (New York), (212) 251-1015, ldrago@prco.org; Abigail Walters,
Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, 852 3196 8306,
abigail.walters@fourseasons.com (inquiries in English); Prima Wong,
Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, 852 3196 8306, prima.wong@fourseasons.com
(inquiries in Cantonese)

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Fall Brings Renewed Appeal to the Midwest's Lake Erie Islands

2005-09-12T06:15:00.000-07:00

Fall Brings Renewed Appeal to the Midwest's Lake Erie Islands

Many Island Visitors prefer Off-Peak Travel

PUT-IN-BAY and SOUTH BASS ISLAND, Ohio, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- As the sun sets on an intense summer, the changing seasons bring a renewed interest in the Ohio Islands. The days are crisp and the island rhythm is relaxed and casual. Many hotels, cottages, state park campgrounds and bed and breakfasts welcome lodgers, while many accommodations offer autumn discounts.

September and October bring some of the region's most unique and interesting events, including the Miller Boat Line 5K (September 24) -- one of the Midwest's only island 5K races, and the Put-in-Bay Wine Festival (October 8). The festival is a great celebration featuring more than 200 exquisite varieties of wine offered by wineries from around the world. Visitors can also experience the Heineman's Winery harvest, where workers hand-pick bushels of grapes for award-winning wines and juices. Often dubbed Lake Erie's "Wine Islands," South Bass and Middle Bass Islands are easily accessible via Miller Ferry for romantic weekend getaways or last-minute trips.

Another popular event is the Fall Bay Regatta (Oct. 8-9) -- an annual sailing race that is simply stunning to watch. The regatta is now in its 25th year. Oktoberfest on the Island (Oct. 15-16) is yet another event many visitors enjoy, offering authentic German foods, drinks and desserts.

"Visitors tell us that coming to Lake Erie in the fall is like a 'last hurrah' for the vacation season," said Miller Boat Line owner Bill Market. "It's the perfect place to relax and soak up the sun's last rays before colder weather sets in."

The year 2005 marks the 100th anniversary of the Miller Boat Line on Lake Erie -- an important milestone for the region on the northern shores of Ohio. What began as a humble fishing charter and ice-harvesting business, Miller Boat Line has evolved into not only a ferry line for passengers, cars and freight, but also a way of life for anyone who chooses island living.

For more information about Miller Boat Line or fall events, call 1-800-500-2421 or visit http://www.millerferry.com/.

Editor's Note: Please contact us if you are interested in traveling to the Lake Erie Island region. Background information, interviews and high- resolution historical photos are available upon request.

Source: Miller Boat Line

CONTACT: Julene Market of Miller Boat Line, +1-419-285-2421, Ext. 23, or
jmarket@millerferry.com

Web site: http://www.millerferry.com/

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China World Trade Corporation Announces Record Second Quarter 2005 Revenue Growth

2005-09-12T05:53:00.000-07:00

China World Trade Corporation Announces Record Second Quarter 2005 Revenue Growth

Second Quarter 2005 Revenues Up 405% Year over Year

TIANHE, Guangzhou, China, Sept. 12 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- China World Trade Corporation (China WTC) (BULLETIN BOARD: CWTD) announced today record second quarter revenue growth and net profit for the quarter ended June 30, 2005.

Financial Highlights
-- An increase of 405% in operating revenues to $1,697,078 in the second
quarter 2005 compared to $335,569 in operating revenues in the second
quarter of 2004;

-- Revenues in the first six months of 2005 increased 465% to $3,610,268,
compared to $639,340 in the first six months of 2004;

-- Operating loss for first six months of 2005 decreased to $1,335,633
compared to $2,210,251 in the same period in 2004;

-- An increase in net income to $45,637 ($0.01 per diluted share) in the
second quarter 2005 as compared to net loss of $603,133 ($0.03 per
diluted share) in the second quarter of 2004; and

-- Cash and cash equivalents totaled $4,280,941 at June 30, 2005, a
significant increase compared to $32, 935 recorded as of June 30, 2004.

John Hui, CEO of China WTC commented, ''We are extremely pleased to report that the Company has completed its first profitable quarter in its history as a public company. We spent the last year focused on building a solid foundation so we could execute on our strategic growth initiatives and show significant progress this year. We delivered on those expectations and believe that this is just the beginning. Our strategy to build a platform to provide Chinese companies with a wide and diverse range of consulting and travel services is gaining momentum. The team has worked hard and we are excited about reaching this milestone.''

Revenues

Consolidated operating revenue for the three-month period ended June 30, 2005 was $1,697,000, compared to $336,000 for the same corresponding period in year 2004, an increase of $1,361,000 or 405.1%. The increase was mainly the result of an increase in revenues generated from our business segments.

Of the $1,697,000 revenue in the three-month period ended June 30, 2005, approximately $216,000 or 12.7% was generated from providing club related services by Guangzhou World Trade Center Club and Beijing World Trade Center Club, $1,091,000 or 64.3% was generated from business travel services resulting from the acquisition of the New Generation Group, and $325,000 or 19.2% from business value-added services, and the remaining $65,000 or 3.8% from other businesses. The acquisition of New Generation and the continuous development of China WTC's business value-added services should continue to contribute positively to the Company's operating revenue.

The Company's segmental mix of operating revenues continued to shift since its acquisition of the travel business and further development of its business value-added services. China WTC will continue to utilize the World Trade Center Clubs in various major cities in China to provide the necessary platform for the continued growth of its businesses.

Gross Profit

Consolidated gross profit increased by $624,000 or 358.6% for the three-month period ended June 30, 2005 over the same corresponding period in year 2004. The increase was predominantly driven by China WTC's business travel services and by the Company's business value-added services resulting from providing various consultancy services to our members.

As a percentage of total operating revenues, the consolidated gross profit margin of 47.0% for the three-month period ended 2005 decreased from 51.8% for the same corresponding period in 2004. China WTC's profit margin was driven by a mix shift from lower margin trading business to higher margin business travel services. However, the lower profit margin as a percent of operating revenues for the three-month period ended June 30, 2005 as compared to the same corresponding period in 2004 was primarily contributed by the negative margin from the Company's business value-added services. The shift in segmental distribution was primarily due to the increase in gross profit in the business travel services. We foresee that this segment mix will continue to change and balance out in year 2005 upon further development of the business value-added services.

Travel Business

China World Trade Corporation has commenced its operation in the travel business since the Company's acquisition of New Generation in August 2004. For the three-month period ended June 30, 2005, New Generation sold a total of over 310,000 tickets, which translates to a total value of air-ticket fare of approximately $34.4 million. As compared to the same corresponding period in year 2004, ticket sold of New Generation increased by 73,000 tickets or 30.8% from approximately 237,000 tickets with value of air-ticket fare increased by $7.0 million or 25.5% from $27.4 million.

About China World Trade Corporation

China World Trade Corporation (CWTC) has established its business in three distinct areas: the club and business centers throughout major cities in China, business travel-related services, and business value-added services. The Club and Business Center Division is devoted to the building of the World Trade brand throughout China via the opening and operating of business clubs in China's major, positioning the CWTC to act as a platform to facilitate trade between China and the world markets. The acquisition of CEO Clubs China Limited ("CEO Clubs") in May 2004 further complements CWTC's offerings by targeting high-level corporate executives from premier companies. The Business Traveling Services Division, New Generation, provides CWTC access to the rapidly growing travel-related industry. New Generation is a pioneer and market leader in the travel agency business through its strong network of ticketing sales operations throughout Southern China. The Business Value-Added Services Division focuses on value-added services of credit cards, merchant-related business services, as well as consultancy services to CWTC members and clients. Guangdong World Trade Link Information Services Limited ("WTC Link"), a subsidiary of CWTC, manages the Company's co-branded credit card project and is an active provider of CRM solutions and services in China.

Safe Harbor

The words or phrases "can be," "expects," "may affect," "believed," "estimate," "project," and similar words and phrases are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. China World Trade Corp cautions you that any forward-looking information provided by or on behalf of China World Trade Corp is not a guarantee of future performance. None of the information on this website constitutes an offer to sell securities or investment advice of any kind, and visitors should not base their investment decisions on information contained in this website. China World Trade Corp's actual results may differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, some of which are beyond China World Trade Corp's control. In addition to those discussed in China World Trade Corp's press releases, public filings, and statements by China World Trade Corp's management, including, but not limited to, China World Trade Corp's estimate of the sufficiency of its existing capital resources, China World Trade Corp's ability to raise additional capital to fund future operations, China World Trade Corp's ability to repay its existing indebtedness, the uncertainties involved in estimating market opportunities and, in identifying contracts which match China World Trade Corp's capability to be awarded contracts. All such forward-looking statements are current only as of the date on which such statements were made. China World Trade Corp does not undertake any obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which any such statement is made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

Source: China World Trade Corporation

CONTACT: Debra Chen, Investor Relations, debra@thepiacentegroup.com,
+1-212-481-1907 for China World Trade Corporation

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World Poker Tour(R) Begins Rollout of Global WPT(TM) Tours

2005-09-12T05:51:00.000-07:00

World Poker Tour(R) Begins Rollout of Global WPT(TM) Tours

Canada and the Philippines Are First Regions to Introduce Localized Versions of the Smash Hit Tour That Spawned the Worldwide Poker Phenomenon

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- WPT Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ:WPTE) has announced the global expansion of its hugely popular WORLD POKER TOUR(R) (WPT) with the signing of two licensing agreements to stage regional versions in Canada and the Philippines.

Steve Lipscomb, CEO and founder of WPT Enterprises, Inc. revealed that the company has concluded agreements with ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corp., the largest integrated media and entertainment company in the Philippines, and Aidan Tracey, a respected Canadian marketing/ sponsorship/promotion expert, to offer multi-tournament WPT Tours in card rooms and casinos in their respective countries beginning in early 2006. The events will feature WPT-style Texas Hold'em tournaments expected to draw hundreds of players for increasingly growing prize pools at each stop. The WPT has been airing on television networks in Canada and The Philippines for the past two years, drawing a large following and hugely impacting the popularity of poker in those countries.

"We are very pleased to be able to bring the WPT to the fans in other countries who have been itching to try their hand at making a WPT Final Table," said Lipscomb. "Through these regional WPT Tours with ABS-CBN and Aidan Tracey, we have begun to create a global network of WPT Tours that will inspire the players in those countries and grow our brand internationally. It will be fun to see local players evolve into regional poker stars, just as our primary WPT Tour players over the past few years have garnered international recognition, and are now recognizable everywhere they go."

Lipscomb anticipates additional regional WPT Tours to be licensed in the future, as the skyrocketing popularity of the show continues to create worldwide fans. The WORLD POKER TOUR show, which has achieved worldwide viewership, is currently licensed for broadcast in 116 countries and territories around the world.

ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corp., is involved in television and radio broadcasting, as well as the production of television programming for Filipino domestic and international audiences. The company's largest business, its VHF television network, consists of its flagship channel in Manila -- Channel 2 -- together with 23 other owned and operated television stations and ten affiliated stations, forming the leading television network in the Philippines. The company also operates Studio 23, the leading UHF television network in the Philippines with 35 televisions stations. The two networks reach an estimated 97% and 50% of all television-owning households in the Philippines, respectively. The estimated market population for the region is 76 million people.

"We wish to introduce poker among the Filipinos served by ABS-CBN, locally and globally, and to the skills, art & excitement that it generates both as a program and as a game," said Peter A. Musngi, Vice President for ABS-CBN Sports. "As a television show, we are hopeful that we can duplicate the success of WPT USA in the Philippines and the region given the reach and equity of ABS-CBN. We are confident that this is not a far-fetched reality."

ABS-CBN is being granted the right to create four episodes in the first year, five in the second and six in the third -- and to air them exclusively for four years total. The show will air in both English and Tagalish (a mix of Tagolog and English). The winner of the Filipino WPT Tour will also have a seat in the WPT Championship(TM) at Bellagio each April.

In Canada, Aidan Tracey, who has previously assisted the WPT to secure sponsorship tie-ins north of the border, will develop, stage and market a regional tour. Tracey is currently President of Mosaic Sales Solutions Field Marketing, the leading experiential event marketing company in Canada. Mosaic Field Marketing handles consumer promotion events at malls, community events and large festivals for many blue-chip Fortune 100 clients. The company does product sampling, creates brand experiences, and runs large mobile 18 wheel rigs that go to major events to bring brands to life. Tracey has also produced the World Beer Games, which aired on TV in 2002 and 2003 in many markets outside the USA, including Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia.

"Aidan's deep knowledge in helping to build global brands, along with his own experience as a founder and executive producer of a successful international TV event special made him a natural choice," noted Lipscomb.

Tracey will work closely with WPTE to build out events across the country to establish and grow the WPT Canada sub-brand and at the same time educate players through the WPT educational website www.wptonline.net.

"It is going to be a ton of fun helping the WPT to build the leading poker brand in Canada," said Tracey. "By utilizing a network of host casinos, TV partners, Mosaic field marketing, and client sponsorships we should be able to get the WPT Canadian Tour off to a great start in 2006."

The WORLD POKER TOUR, which reinvented poker as a televised spectator sport, airs tournaments filmed at leading casinos from Paris to Las Vegas, and will begin the broadcast of its fourth season in March 2006. Airing every Wednesday night in the U.S. at 9 p.m. ET/PT on The Travel Channel, the WPT is the highest-rated series in the network's history. WORLD POKER TOUR is now seen in 116 countries and territories worldwide.

About WPT Enterprises, Inc.

WPT Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ:WPTE) is a company engaged in the creation of internationally branded entertainment and consumer products driven by the development, production, and marketing of televised programming based on gaming themes. WPTE is the creator of the World Poker Tour(R), a television show based on a series of high-stakes poker tournaments that airs on the Travel Channel in the United States and more than 100 markets globally. WPT Enterprises currently licenses its brand to companies in the business of poker equipment and instruction, apparel, publishing, electronic and wireless entertainment, DVD/home entertainment, casino games, and giftware. For show information, tools for improving poker play, and other WPT news, fans may log on to www.worldpokertour.com. The company is also engaged in the sale of corporate sponsorships. WPT Enterprises, Inc. is a majority owned subsidiary of Lakes Entertainment, Inc., a publicly held company. Photos and media information can be found online at: www.worldpokertour.com.

(WPTEG)

The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a "safe harbor" for forward-looking statements. Certain information included in this press release (as well as information included in oral statements or other written statements made or to be made by WPT Enterprises, Inc.) contains statements that are forward-looking, such as statements relating to the expansion of WPTE's brand licensing, the development of new television and film projects, the development of WPTE corporate sponsors and other business development activities, as well as statements regarding other capital spending, financing sources and the effects of competition. Such forward-looking information involves important risks and uncertainties that could significantly affect anticipated results in the future and, accordingly, such results may differ from those expressed in any forward-looking statements made by or on behalf of WPTE. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, WPTE's significant dependence on the Travel Channel as a source of revenue; the potential that our television programming will fail to maintain a sufficient audience; the risk that competitors with greater financial resources or marketplace presence might develop television programming that would directly compete with WPTE's television programming; the risk that WPTE may not be able to protect its entertainment concepts, current and future brands and other intellectual property rights; risks associated with future expansion into new or complementary businesses; the termination or impairment of WPTE's relationships with key licensing and strategic partners; and WPTE's dependence on its senior management team. For more information, review WPTE's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Contact:
Aimee Lirette/ WPT: 323-330-9872
alirette@worldpokertour.com

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CONTACT: Jackie Lapin, +1-818-707-1473, jackielapin@cs.com, or Aimee
Lirette, +1-323-330-9872, alirette@worldpokertour.com, both of WPT
Enterprises, Inc.

Web site: http://www.wptonline.net/

Web site: http://www.worldpokertour.com/

NOTE TO EDITORS: 300 dpi downloadable images available at www.media.worldpokertour.com

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AT&T Wins Global Network Contract with Czech Airlines Further Strengthening its Presence in the Aviation Industry

2005-09-12T05:30:00.000-07:00

AT&T Wins Global Network Contract with Czech Airlines Further Strengthening its Presence in the Aviation Industry

The Czech Republic's national airline has chosen AT&T to provide its global IP-based virtual private network to connect 80 key business locations around the world.

PRAGUE, Czech Republic, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T today announced that it has won a $2.7 million, three-year contract with Czech Airlines, the Czech national airline to provide its global data network.

The AT&T MPLS-based Internet Protocol Virtual Private Network (IP VPN) service will link 80 locations in Europe, North America and Asia.

"The support and understanding of Czech Airlines' complex networking requirements was critical," said Bohuslav Santrucek, vice-president for marketing and sales, Czech Airlines. "AT&T's expertise, complemented by the company's proven capability in the aviation space, global reach and their robust network infrastructure meant that we were confident they could meet our requirements and deliver a competitive advantage to our business."

Czech Airlines will use the network to connect locations such as local sales offices, airport ticket and check in desks and cargo facilities across Europe and North America and allow for the transfer of data such as passenger bookings, cargo manifests and technical information in real time, so aiding efficient and cost effective inter-company communications.

The combination of reduced cost, greater reliability and more flexibility is designed to offer the airline a competitive advantage in the highly competitive air transport sector and was central to the selection of AT&T by Czech Airlines.

AT&T's Global Network provides customers such as Czech Airlines with the capability of a fully managed IP-based network, ensuring the security, flexibility and class of service, allowing the airline to prioritize different types of traffic over the same network infrastructure.

About AT&T

For more than 125 years, AT&T (NYSE "T") has been known for unparalleled quality and reliability in communications. Backed by the research and development capabilities of AT&T Labs, the company is a global leader in local, long distance, Internet and transaction-based voice and data services.

About Czech Airlines

Czech Airlines (CSA) -- the largest national carrier among the new EU member countries according to number of transported passengers. In 2004, the airline transported a record 4.34 million passengers. Since 2001, it has been a member of SkyTeam, one of the leading global airline alliances. CSA currently offers connections to 121 destinations in 52 countries worldwide. The fleet contains 50 aircraft -- ATR 42's/72's, Boeing 737's and Airbus A310/A320/A321's.

In January 2005, the airline won the American magazine Global Traveler (Annual GT Tested Awards) "Best Airline in Eastern Europe" Award. For a second year running, Czech Airlines was selected as "Best Airline Based in Central/Eastern Europe" by the OAG (Official Airline Guide, London) and was also on the shortlist of the eight best airlines for the year 2005.

Czech Airlines has always prided itself on its involvement in the support of non-profit projects and cultural events. Among the most important are the "Under the Wings of CSA" programme for teaching English to children from Czech children's homes, support for the Czech Paralympic team, and cooperation in organizing the Prague Spring Music Festival.

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Source: AT&T

CONTACT: Niall Hickey of AT&T Media Relations, +44-771-577-1451,
nhickey@emea.att.com, or Jitka Novotna of Czech Airlines, +420-20-11-3115,
jitka.novotna@csa.cz

Web site: http://www.att.com/

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Fleetwood Homes of Florida Unveils New Features in the LifeStages Home Line for Sunshine State Buyers

2005-09-12T05:20:00.000-07:00

Fleetwood Homes of Florida Unveils New Features in the LifeStages Home Line for Sunshine State Buyers

RIVERSIDE, Calif., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Fleetwood Homes, a leading producer of manufactured housing, today announced that its LifeStages homes now have available new features that were developed specifically for the Florida market. The new offerings were unveiled at the Company's annual Home Show in August at the Fleetwood factory in Auburndale. More than 250 participants were on hand to see how homeowners can customize and create their own unique living space specifically designed to fit the Florida lifestyle. The LifeStages Florida home is the first in a series of regionally developed homes that will be announced by Fleetwood in coming months.

"Our Auburndale plant's new LifeStages home is the result of our local team researching the market, listening to customers, and then converting that feedback into the final product," said Charles Stapleton, eastern region vice president for Fleetwood. "The response at the show was great. It indicates that our customers will appreciate Fleetwood's new direction of developing regionally designed products."

LifeStages features include:
* Interior smooth ceilings, similar to those in site-built homes, as a
standard feature.
* Optional 8' interior ceilings, providing an alternative choice to
standard vaulted ceilings.
* Massive 4 1/4" optional crown and high-profile baseboard molding for a
custom home appearance.
* Two new appliance packages: "Chef" and "Gourmet."
* Upgraded cabinet moldings featuring rope accents to dress up kitchens.
* New interior paint color program.
* Optional designer cornice-board window treatments.
* Four new decors, which will accentuate any individual's Florida
lifestyle.
* Two new Lifestyle option packages, which bundle a grouping of features
Florida consumers prefer in their new homes and provide them at a
discounted price.
* Upgraded double 7" Crane Board exterior siding, offering extra home
insulation while also reducing exterior noise inside the home.
* A new garage-ready option for on-site garage installation.
* Standard feature of 36" true 6-panel interior doors, allowing every
floor plan to feel open and spacious.

"These homes were designed with the Florida consumer in mind," said Jeff Wooldridge, director of product design at Fleetwood, "The LifeStages line gives owners a great list of standard features with the flexibility to select upgrades, based on their own needs."

Fleetwood Homes of Florida, Inc. will continue to have three LifeStages models available for retailers, communities, developers, and consumers to tour. Please contact Fleetwood at (800) 472-8696 for more information and directions to the manufacturing facility.

About Fleetwood

Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE:FLE) is a leading producer of recreational vehicles and manufactured homes. This Fortune 1000 company, headquartered in Riverside, Calif., is dedicated to providing quality, innovative products that offer exceptional value to its customers. Fleetwood operates facilities strategically located throughout the nation, including recreational vehicle, manufactured housing and supply subsidiary plants. For more information, visit the Company's website at www.fleetwood.com .

Contact:
Julie Dye
Porter Novelli
512-241-2232
julie.dye@porternovelli.com

Source: Fleetwood Homes

CONTACT: Julie Dye of Porter Novelli, +1-512-241-2232, or
julie.dye@porternovelli.com , for Fleetwood Homes

Web site: http://www.fleetwood.com/

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