ResortQuest by Wyndham Vacation Rentals Returns for Third Year as Presenting Sponsor of Perdido Key Wine & Art Festival

Perdido Key, FL (March 16, 2012) -

The vacation rentals company offers 20 percent off a two-night stay, plus complimentary passes from The Perdido Key Visitors Center and Chamber of Commerce for the 2012 festival

ResortQuest® by Wyndham Vacation Rentals will welcome the Perdido Key Wine & Art Festival to the Shops at Villagio on Saturday, March 24, 2012. The third annual event will combine an Art Festival from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with a Wine Tasting to take place from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Presented by The Perdido Key Visitors Center and Chamber of Commerce and ResortQuest by Wyndham Vacation Rentals, the 2012 festival will showcase wines from several boutique, local and international wineries. The Art Festival will feature work in acrylics, ceramics, jewelry and more by local and regional artists and craftsmen. The Sam Glass Band, a popular Gulf Coast musical group that blends Southern Texas rock, country, rhythm and blues, will provide live music starting from 2:00 p.m.

The ticket price of $20 includes a commemorative wine glass, all-day admission to the festival, unlimited wine samples, and hors d'oeuvres. Tickets may be purchased online at PerdidoWineandArts.com or at the gate the day of the event. Villagio is located at 13700 Perdido Key Drive.

As the Presenting Sponsor and Official Accommodations Sponsor, ResortQuest is proud to offer a Perdido Key Wine & Art Festival lodging special. Guests can save 20 percent off two or more nights in eligible units for stays from Friday, March 23 through Sunday, March 25, 2012. Plus, The Perdido Key Visitors Center and Chamber of Commerce will provide two complimentary festival passes per reservation to ResortQuest guests while supply lasts.

"ResortQuest has served as this event's Presenting Sponsor since the inaugural festival in 2010 and is proud to continue the relationship with The Perdido Key Visitors Center and Chamber of Commerce," said Martin Owen, regional marketing director, ResortQuest by Wyndham Vacation Rentals. "The casual outdoor setting combined with live music and an art festival creates an atmosphere that is just as enjoyable for a seasoned aficionado as for anyone new to the art of enjoying wine."

ResortQuest Northwest Florida was recently voted "Best Vacation Rental Service Firm" for the third consecutive year by readers of Emerald Coast magazine. ResortQuest professionally manages a number of upscale vacation rental properties along the coast of Northwest Florida and Alabama, including Palacio Condominium Resort in Perdido Key. A Gulf-front property located directly across the street from the festival venue, Palacio offers resort amenities such as a beachside pool, hot tub, heated lap pool and two lighted tennis courts. Each two- and three-bedroom unit offers spectacular views and luxurious interior appointments.

The Perdido Key Wine & Art Festival is hosted by The Perdido Key Visitors Center and Chamber of Commerce. The organization aims to improve the quality of life for residents, visitors and their surrounding southwest Escambia County neighbors while increasing the viability of member businesses.

To take advantage of ResortQuest's Wine & Art Festival lodging discount, guests should call 855-294-5896 and mention Promo Code F1033. Availability is limited, and complimentary pass offer is valid only while supply lasts. Complimentary passes have no cash value. More details, including terms and conditions, are available online. 

About Wyndham Vacation Rentals

Wyndham Vacation Rentals, the world's largest professionally managed vacation rentals business, is part of Wyndham Exchange & Rentals and the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN). Backed by one of the world's largest hospitality companies, Wyndham Vacation Rentals provides access to more than 95,000 vacation rental properties in over 500 unique destinations worldwide. Specializing in the managed vacation rental segment, Wyndham works closely with property owners to ensure all rentals meet its standards for customer service, quality and comfort. With a diverse and celebrated collection of more than 25 rental brands including Canvas Holidays, Hoseasons, James Villa Holidays, Landal GreenParks®, Novasol®, ResortQuest® and The Resort Company, Wyndham Vacation Rentals delivers distinct vacation experiences, ranging from beachfront condos, private homes, villas, castles and houseboats, with many properties offering kitchens, washers and dryers, maid service, spa and fitness centers, and golf courses. For additional information visit our media center or wyndhamrentals.com. Wyndham Vacation Rentals also can be found on Facebook.

About ResortQuest® by Wyndham Vacation Rentals

Headquartered in Fort Walton Beach, Fla., ResortQuest by Wyndham Vacation Rentals is a leading provider of full-service vacation condominiums and home rentals in the U.S., with a portfolio of approximately 6,000 vacation rental properties. For more than 20 years, ResortQuest has provided full-service vacation rentals in many of the most desirable beach, ski, golf and tennis resort destinations across North America. ResortQuest is part of Wyndham Vacations Rentals, the world's largest serviced vacation rentals business providing access to more than 95,000 vacation properties in over 500 unique destinations worldwide, and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN). For additional information visit our media center or wyndhamrentals.com. ResortQuest by Wyndham Vacation Rentals also can be found on Facebook.

CONTACTS:
Cheryl Spezia
ResortQuest
(850) 362-4008
cspezia@resortquest.com

Christina Markowitch
Wyndham Exchange & Rentals
(973) 753-6480
christina.markowitch@wyn.com

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