DIY Network'sBlog Cabin is a groundbreaking multimedia experience based on a very simple idea: "You Design It, We Build It, You Could Win It!" This truly interactive television series asks Internet users and viewers to vote and blog on the design features of the ultimate vacation home and offers a chance for one lucky viewer to win the cabin. Prior to the home giveaway, DIY Network is offering a chance for another lucky viewer to win a four-day vacation in order to preview the cabin and explore eastern Virginia with its second annual Blog Cabin VIP Vacation Giveaway.

Starting Wednesday, June 15, viewers can log on to www.diynetwork.com/blogcabin to enter and vote on their favorite options - from the meals to the entertainment - in order to shape the winner's vacation weekend. Through Friday, July 29, DIY Network viewers are able to vote 10 times per day to form the trip itinerary and enter once per day for a chance to win the Blog Cabin VIP Vacation Giveaway.

The vacation voting options include:

Luxury Hotel Accommodations: DIY Network viewers can choose one of two different suites at Warner Hall bed and breakfast: "The Washington Suite" or "Austin's Desire."

Restaurant for Dinner: The getaway includes a fine-dining experience. Viewers can vote for one of three local favorites: Chef Todd's, Fat Canary or Riverwalk.

Water Sport Activity: Viewers can choose one of three different water sports activities to enjoy while in Susan: kayaking, power boating or stand-up paddling.

Day Adventure: Voters can also decide if the winner should take a day trip to Busch Gardens or Colonial Williamsburg.

Spending Money: DIY Network will also provide the winner with a $1,000 cash prize for a rental car and spending money. Viewers can choose to receive the award in $100 bills, $50 bills or $20 bills.

The grand prize winner of the 2011 Blog Cabin VIP Vacation Giveaway, along with one guest, will win a trip to see a sneak peak of this year's Blog Cabin from Thursday, Sept. 22 through Sunday, Sept. 25. The prize package includes roundtrip airfare for two, a four-day/three-night stay in the hotel suite chosen by online voters, as well as $1,000 for a rental car and spending money. The winner and guest will also enjoy dinner, the water sport activity and the day adventure as designated by the online community.

The fifth season of Blog Cabin premieres Thursday, Aug. 18 at 9 p.m. ET. In addition to the Blog Cabin VIP Vacation Giveaway, DIY Network viewers can also enter for a chance to win the cabin at www.diynetwork.com/blogcabin from Thursday, Aug. 18 through Friday, Sept. 30.

DIY Network's 2011 Blog Cabin is located on the Chesapeake Bay in eastern Virginia, just a short drive from Colonial Williamsburg and Washington, D.C. It sits on over 16 acres of outdoor-living paradise and is surrounded by great sailing, shopping and relaxing in one of the most charming communities in the country.

Members of the media may also obtain additional press materials, talent bios and show images by registering at DIY Network's online media newsroom. Viewers can also become fans of DIY Network and interact with other home improvement enthusiasts and do-it-yourselfers through Facebook and Twitter. DIY Network is available nationwide on DISH Network Ch. 111 and DIRECTV Ch. 230, and additional cable channel designations may be found by checking local listings and www.DIYNetwork.com/tv.

About DIY Network

DIY Network, from the makers of HGTV and Food Network, is the go-to destination for rip-up, knock-out home improvement television. DIY Network's programs and experts answer the most sought-after questions and offer creative projects for do-it-yourself enthusiasts. One of the fastest growing digital networks and currently in more than 53 million homes, DIY Network's programming covers a broad range of categories, including home improvement and landscaping. The network's award-winning website, www.DIYNetwork.com, is a leader in the Nielsen Online Home and Garden category and features multiple resources, including thousands of do-it-yourself home improvement projects, expert advice, how-to videos and images, and user-friendly reference guides with step-by-step instructions.

DIY Network
Lisa Dyer, 865-560-3633
ldyer@diynetwork.com