Homewood Suites by Hilton and Universal Pictures Help Families Blast Off This Summer with a ``Thunderbirds'' Weekend Getaway.Business Editors/Travel Writers MEMPHIS Memphis, city, ancient Egypt Memphis (mĕm`fĭs), ancient city of Egypt, capital of the Old Kingdom (c.3100–c.2258 B.C.), at the apex of the Nile delta and 12 mi (18 km) from Cairo. , Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 17, 2004 Suite Homewood Summer(R) Promotion Offers Rates From $79-109(a), Including Breakfast, and a "Thunderbirds" Survival Pack(b) for Kids at Check-In In partnership with the July 30th release of Universal Pictures'(R) and Working Title Films' "Thunderbirds" movie, Homewood Suites by Hilton(R) is helping kids train to become a Thunderbird thunderbird In North American Indian mythology, a powerful spirit in the form of a bird that watered the earth and made vegetation grow. Lightning was believed to flash from its eyes or beak, and the beating of its wings was thought to represent rolling thunder. and save the world with an exclusive "Thunderbirds" Survival Pack(b) at check-in and rates from $79(a) per night. Plus, AAA AAA: see American Automobile Association. (Triple A) A common single-cell battery used in a myriad of electronic devices of all variety. Like its double A (AA) cousin, it provides 1.5 volts of DC power. When used in series, the voltage is multiplied. members who book the Suite Homewood Summer rate and show a valid AAA membership card at check-in will receive an exclusive "Thunderbirds" movie poster(c). It's all part of the national Suite Homewood Summer promotion available at participating hotels Thursday through Sunday nights from June 3 through August 29, 2004. With rates from $79-109(a) per night, depending on location, the package includes standard accommodations in a suite that sleeps four, complimentary hot breakfast and an exclusive "Thunderbirds" Survival Pack(b) for kids that contains a set of two wrist communicators, a spray goo gun which shoots water and silly string Silly String is a child's toy: a flexible, brightly-colored plastic string, which is shot as a stream of liquid from an aerosol can. The string sets quickly in mid-air, allowing one to shoot a seemingly-endless strand of it. and a squeeze bulb rocket launcher inside a customized "Thunderbirds"-themed nylon backpack. With their "Thunderbirds" Survival Pack(b) and a little imagination, kids will enjoy re-enacting the movie's futuristic story, based in the year 2010, on their weekend vacation. Sample rates at participating Homewood Suites by Hilton hotels
Guests who book their Suite Homewood Summer reservation online will also receive an E-coupon(d) for up to 20% in discounts on Pre-Played games at EBGames.com and participating EB Games retail locations. Ideal for families traveling with children, Homewood Suites by Hilton hotels are residential-style, upscale all-suite properties that offer spacious one-bedroom, two-bedroom and/or studio suites with fully equipped kitchens. Other features include a daily complimentary hot breakfast, complimentary high speed Internet access See how to access the Internet. at all U.S. locations, complimentary grocery shopping service(e) and kids under 18 stay free when sharing a suite with their parents. Also, most locations offer a 24-hour Suite Shop(R) convenience store, exercise room, guest laundry facility and a swimming pool. To make reservations at any Homewood Suites by Hilton hotel and learn more about the Suite Homewood Summer package, travelers can visit the Homewood Suites Web site at homewoodsuites.com or call 1-800-CALL-HOME(R) and mention the Suite Homewood Summer(R) promotion. Homewood Suites by Hilton is part of the Hilton HHonors Hilton HHonors[sic] is the loyalty program of the Hilton Hotels Corporation. HHonors benefits at participating Hilton, Conrad, Doubletree, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton Grand Vacations Club, Homewood Suites (R) hotel guest reward program. Members of Hilton HHonors can also Double Dip Double dip Used for listed equity securities. Dividend roll in which the "dividend capturer" already owns the stock cum dividend. Also used when tax depreciation is accessed in two countries concurrently. (R) to earn Points & Miles(R) for every qualifying stay at any Homewood Suites by Hilton hotel. About "Thunderbirds" When dangerous situations exceed the limitations or ordinary military and international security forces, the world calls upon the high-tech assistance of International Rescue -- a mysterious band of fearless adventurers and their fleet of awesome, imaginatively-engineered vehicles known as: Thunderbirds! Hidden from the world, Tracy Island Tracy Island was the home of the Tracy family in the Gerry and Silvia Andersons 1960s television series Thunderbirds. Located in the South Pacific Ocean, the island's true function as the secret base of the International Rescue organisation was heavily camouflaged. , a lush patch of land situated in the remote waters of the South Pacific, is home to brilliant entrepreneur and former astronaut Jeff Tracy (Bill Paxton) and his five sons. It is also the headquarters of Tracy's top-secret organization, International Rescue -- and it is under siege. Master criminal The Hood (Sir Ben Kingsley) has breached island security, intent on commandeering International Rescue's fleet of five highly advanced rescue vehicles, each designed to accomplish a specific task. Deploying Jeff and his four eldest sons on a mission, The Hood finds his plans obstructed by Jeff's youngest son, Alan (Brady Corbet), who will do anything to save the Tracy family and the Thunderbirds. This film is rated PG for intense action sequences and language. Please consult www.filmratings.com or www.parentalguide.org for more information. Directed by Jonathon Frakes ("Star Trek  Editing of this page by unregistered or newly registered users is currently disabled due to vandalism. : Insurrection," "Star Trek: First Contact," "Clockstoppers"), "Thunderbirds" stars Bill Paxton and Sir Ben Kingsley and is scheduled for release July 30, 2004. About Universal Pictures Universal Pictures is a division of Vivendi UNIVERSAL Entertainment (VUE See HP-VUE. VUE - Visual User Environment: a desktop manager for Unix from Hewlett-Packard. ) (www.universalstudios.com), the U.S.-based film, television and recreation entity of Vivendi Universal, a global media and communications company. About EB Games Electronics Boutique is one of the world's leading specialty retailers of video game hardware and software, PC entertainment software and accessories. With more than 25 years of retail gaming experience, as well as one of the most widely recognized brands in the business -- EB Games -- is the retail destination of choice for discerning gamers around the globe. About Homewood Suites by Hilton Launched in 1989, the Homewood Suites by Hilton brand today has more than 130 hotels open with another 50 in the pipeline. Beyond its spacious suites and home-like amenities, Homewood Suites guests can find an on-site Suite Shop(R) convenience store, exercise facility, and guest laundry at most locations. Guests can also enjoy a daily complimentary hot breakfast and weekday evening Manager's Reception(f) with a light meal and beverages in the hotel's Lodge. Additional guest services at Homewood Suites by Hilton hotels include a complimentary grocery shopping service(e) and a business center at most locations. Most Homewood Suites locations also feature a swimming pool and outdoor sports court. Complimentary high speed Internet access is available in all guest suites, as well as wireless access in the Lodge. Homewood Suites by Hilton is part of Hilton Hotels Corporation Hilton Hotels Corporation (NYSE: HLT) is one of the leading global hospitality companies. As of April 2007 there are 2,645 hotels and 485,000 rooms employing 105,000 people in more than 80 countries. , which is recognized internationally as a preeminent hospitality company. The company develops, owns, manages or franchises more than 2,000 hotels, resorts and vacation ownership properties. Its portfolio includes many of the world's best known and most highly regarded hotel brands, including Hilton(R), Conrad(R), Doubletree(R), Embassy Suites Hotels Embassy Suites Hotels is a chain of hotels, which specializes in suite-style rooms that is owned by Hilton Hotels Corporation. Embassy Suites is an upscale chain of all-suite hotels. All guest rooms of this chain feature a separate living area as well as a sleeping area. (R), Hampton Inn(R), Hampton Inn & Suites(R), Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Garden Inn is the name of a chain of hotels operated by Hilton Hotels Corporation. Hilton Garden Inns are considered to be upscale, mid-priced hotels that are designed for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel brand is similar to that of the Courtyard by Marriott brand. (R), Hilton Grand Vacations Club Hilton Grand Vacations Hilton Grand Vacations Company is wholly owned by Hilton Hotels Corporation. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hilton Grand Vacations Company develops, markets and operates a system of brand-name, vacation ownership resorts. (R) and Homewood Suites by Hilton(R). (a) Rate does not include tax, gratuities or other charges and applies to one-bedroom suites. Some hotels may offer studio suites at this rate. Rates higher for two-bedroom suites. Rate based on single occupancy and available at participating locations Thursday-Sunday nights between June 3, 2004 and August 29, 2004. Suites are limited and subject to availability. Some restrictions apply, including blackout days. Advance reservations required. (b) Available at check-in for children between the ages of 4 and 18, while supplies last. One Survival Pack per family, per visit. (c) Available at check-in for guests with a valid AAA membership ID while supplies last. One Thunderbirds movie poster per family, per visit. (d) E-coupon is provided for each Suite Homewood Summer reservation made online at homewoodsuites.com. Only one E-coupon per household, per confirmed reservation will be issued. Redeemable for savings at EB Games/Electronics Boutique. Program may be terminated without notice. Visit homewoodsuites.com for complete E-coupon terms and conditions. Thunderbirds (C)WT Venture LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control . Thunderbirds is a trademark of ITC Entertainment Group, Ltd. Licensed by Universal Studios Licensing LLLP LLLP Limited Liability Limited Partnership . All Rights Reserved. (e) Guest pays for groceries. Other restrictions apply. (f) Subject to state and local laws. Must be of legal drinking age The legal drinking age is a limit assigned by governments to restrict the access of children and youth to alcoholic beverages. In most countries the legal age to purchase alcohol is at least 18, but there are notable exceptions. . HHonors(R), Double Dip(R) and Double Dipping Double Dipping For brokerage firms, when a broker puts commissioned products into a fee-based account. The broker makes money from both the client and the commission. Notes: There is more than one meaning for the term depending on the context. (R) are trademarks owned by Hilton HHonors Worldwide, L.L.C. Hilton HHonors membership, earning of Points & Miles(R), and redemption of points are subject to HHonors Terms and Conditions. The following service marks are owned by Hilton Hospitality, Inc.: Hilton(R), Doubletree(R), Embassy Suites Hotels(R), Hampton Inn(R), Hampton Inn & Suites(R), Hilton Garden Inn(R), Hilton Grand Vacations Club(R), Homewood Suites by Hilton(R) and Suite Shop(R). Conrad(R) is owned by Conrad Hospitality, LLC. (C)2004 Hilton Hospitality, Inc. |
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