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Dealerskins and XIGroup Unite to Provide Comprehensive Website Solutions for Auto Dealers

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Nashville,TN (PRWEB) January 24, 2011

Dealerskins, Inc., the premier provider of websites for automotive dealers nationwide and a division of Dominion Dealer Solutions, today announced its sister company, XIGroup (http://www.xigroup.com), will unite under the Dealerskins (http://www.Dealerskins.com) brand to provide the most comprehensive website solutions for auto dealers.

The merger of the two Dominion website businesses is part of an overall company strategy to provide a complete website, CRM and Inventory solution to reduce the time and frustration often experienced when using multiple technology products. Robert Berndt, president of Dominion Dealer Solutions, stated, “We recognize the need to simplify the technology options available to auto dealers. By integrating two premier website providers and leveraging best in breed products and services, we create a powerful solution for existing and future clients that is difficult to match in the automotive industry.”

Joe High, general manager of Dealerskins and XIGroup, will remain general manager of Dealerskins and will lead the unified team. High explained, “Our organizations have been providing custom website solutions to car dealers for over a decade. Through the joining of these award-winning companies, our clients will benefit from shared technology, in-depth industry knowledge, and increased resources. We emerge with a common vision, strong product strategy, and the ability to deliver optimized web solutions to our clients in 2011 and beyond. It’s a perfect way to begin the New Year.”

The company will continue to maintain existing products and services for both Dealerskins and XIGroup clients with the same level of support and dedication. Additional product and service offerings which result directly from this unification will be announced in early 2011.

Dealerskins will remain headquartered in Nashville, TN, with a regional office in Baltimore, MD.

About Dealerskins

Dealerskins, a division of Dominion Dealer Solutions and leader in automotive dealer web services has been building the most innovative dealer websites in the automotive industry since 2000. The company’s expertise comes from real-world dealership experience and a passion for listening and responding to dealers’ needs. With a staff of industry leaders that stays on top of the trends, Dealerskins is focused on designing beautiful websites and building comprehensive web tools for auto dealerships while optimizing the car shopper’s experience to deliver more quality leads to car dealers. For more information, visit http://www.Dealerskins.com.

About Dominion Dealer Solutions

Dominion Dealer Solutions helps car dealers attract, retain, and service customers for life. Dominion Dealer Solutions products include: lead generation through IFMG; customer relationship management tools through Autobase, AVV, and @utoRevenue; Web sites through Dealerskins and XIGroup; and specialized data aggregation, management, and reporting services through Dealer Specialties, Cross-Sell, The DataCube, and DataOne Software. These businesses serve more than 60 percent of auto dealers nationwide. Learn more at http://www.DominionDealerSolutions.com. Dominion Dealer Solutions is a division of Dominion Enterprises, a leading marketing services company serving the automotive, enthusiast and commercial vehicle, real estate, apartment rental, and employment industries. Please see http://www.DominionEnterprises.com.

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Universal Steel Buildings Supplies Metal Building System to Connecticut Auto Dealership

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Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) July 14, 2011

Universal Steel Buildings recently announced the design, engineering and supply of an Olympia Steel Buildings metal building system complex to Connecticut auto dealership, Lee Partyka Chevrolet Mazda Isuzu of Hamden, CT. The more than six-thousand square foot building complex will comprise four pre-engineered metal buildings. The buildings will connect to make two showrooms, one for the Mazda brand and one for Chevrolet. There will also be a lounge area, an office for the sales people and an additional building in the rear will serve as a vehicle servicing building.

?We believe our growth is due to the continued education of our people and providing excellent service to our customers,? states the motto of the Lee Partyka Chevrolet Mazda Isuzu auto dealership. The company has seen tremendous growth since Leo Partyka Sr. opened a Sunoco service station in 1947 after his release from the navy. From there he acquired his first Chevrolet franchise in East Hampton in 1954. He relocated the present dealership to Hamden in 1964 after Chevrolet realized his growing potential. The Mazda franchise was added in 1974 and the Isuzu Medium Duty franchise was added 10 years later as the dealership continued to grow. Partyka?s son Lee Michael, along with Lee?s wife Robin and daughters Amy, Meg and General Manager Joe Gallagi are dedicated to carrying on the Partyka company legacy, focused on a commitment to serving both community and family.

?We take pride in the vehicles we sell and strive to succeed in great customer experience and satisfaction,? affirms Lee Michael. Investment in their new building showroom-office complex testifies to that fact.

?They were wonderful people to work with,? states senior Olympia Steel Buildings building consultant, Erika Stanford. ?It was a very complex project to put together. Without the use of pre-engineered metal building design and construction, it would have been impossible. The cost of doing the same thing with conventional construction practices would have been prohibitive. I?m glad they came to me and came to Olympia. It was a satisfying project for me, and it?s going to be a great looking building, one they can be proud of as their business continues to grow in the years to come.?

The Partyka dealership serves New Haven, Hartford, Waterbury, Bridgeport, Danbury, and New London, CT. They are a no appointment necessary Isuzu, Chevrolet, and Mazda new and used car, truck, SUV dealership and provide body shop, towing, rental cars, glass repair, tires and emissions as well as sales of new and used vehicles.

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CentralDispatch Adds New Vehicle Management Tools to Help Auto Dealers, Car Carriers Automate Vehicle Transportation Online

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San Diego, CA (PRWEB) February 4, 2008

CentralDispatch.com™, the Automobile Industry’s transportation marketplace, today announced a new online vehicle management tool that further automates and simplifies vehicle transportation, both for auto dealers and car carriers. It is built right into the CentralDispatch web-based system and is essentially a CRM system for vehicle transportation. The tool saves auto dealers, transport brokers, manufacturers and other shippers time and money by transforming a paper, fax and phone based procedure into an automated process that connects shippers to car carriers on the Internet.

From the moment an auto dealer wants to move a vehicle, until the moment it is delivered, the tool provides visibility online with email alerts whenever the vehicle status changes. The dealer and the carrier can both track progress and interact in a structured way through the web site. A dealer can log onto the site at any time from any location and have immediate access to the status of his vehicles in transport. The CentralDispatch service is backed by an experienced support staff standing by to help resolve issues that might arise in the transportation process.

Fortune 500 automotive retailer Group 1 Automotive (NYSE: GPI) uses CentralDispatch.com to assist in the transport of hundreds of vehicles each month. “CentralDispatch makes it easy to find the optimal transportation partner online by exposing our loads to a broader variety of transporters. This technology allows us to manage our own transportation, which we anticipate will result in significant savings,” commented Geoff Bedine, Director of Used Vehicle Operations for Group 1 Automotive. “We are constantly looking for ways to leverage our scale and CentralDispatch helps improve performance by providing our dealers with more efficient transportation at significantly reduced costs,” Bedine added.

The new vehicle management tool presents a User Interface that is very intuitive and easy-to-use. The auto dealer simply posts the details on CentralDispatch.com concerning any vehicles he wants to transport, including pickup and delivery locations, and make and model.

Once he has heard back from interested carriers, usually within a day or less, he logs onto CentralDispatch and clicks “assign” to choose his preferred carrier. The carrier then logs on to review the contract details, and, if all looks good clicks “accept” and the contract is executed. Both the carrier and the auto dealer can then track the entire process online, anytime and from any location. Email alerts are also sent throughout the entire process, whenever the vehicle status changes.

“CentralDispatch solves many of the headaches typically associated with vehicle transportation — no more waiting for return calls or the frustration of lost faxes. This new dispatching tool really closes the loop in terms of moving the transportation process online, simplifying and automating vehicle transportation from beginning to end,” commented Joe Steinberger, VP of Product & Business Development for CentralDispatch.

CentralDispatch will be demonstrated at the 2008 NADA Conference and Exposition in San Francisco, CA, February 9-12. Visit booth # 2614W for more information.

About CentralDispatch:

CentralDispatch.com came online in 1999 as a way for vehicle shippers to easily connect with car carriers. It has since transformed the auto transport industry, taking it from relying on paper, faxes and phones to utilizing an efficient central database on the Internet.

Today, thousands of dealers, transport brokers, auctions, manufacturers, rental car companies, salvage yards and others access CentralDispatch on a daily basis to move vehicles of all types. CentralDispatch has grown into the world’s largest real-time auto transport marketplace. It enables shippers across North America to save time and money when transporting vehicles by providing access to virtually every licensed interstate car carrier in the United States, more than 5,000 carriers. For more information call Joe Steinberger at 858-259-6084 x86, email joe@centraldispatch.com or visit http://www.centraldispatch.com

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The English Have Landed in Odenton — English AUTO Has Arrived

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Odenton, MD (PRWEB) July 30, 2006 -–

Remember when you fell in love and purchased your new Jaguar. Not only did the sales person tell you about every feature in your car, they also walked you through their clean, crisp state of the art service facility. They probably introduced you to the service manager and your personal service advisor.

Now that you have taken your car in for service, did you receive what you were sold? Most likely the whole service experience fell short of your expectations. Does your service advisor remember your name or are you identified by the service number attached to your rearview mirror? Is your car serviced to your satisfaction and is it completed for you at the promised time? Do you have to return for service again and again because the work was not completed properly?

Well, those days are now over. English AUTO is open for business in Odenton and is waiting to provide you with a service experience to remember.

Travellers Auto Barn: “The Ultimate Car Get Away”

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Sydney, NSW, Australia (PRWEB) August 21, 2009

Travellers Auto Barn, two time winner and current holder of the Golden Backpacks “Best National Transport Company” have teamed up with two of the countries hottest backpacker venues and are putting up a “GET AWAY CAR” to be won by lucky travellers.

From August 2009 Travellers Auto Barn, The GAFF (Sydney) and Rhino Bar (Cairns) will be providing the perfect escape vehicle for backpackers – a classic Aussie station wagon.

Every two months a winner will be chosen and given 6 weeks to travel along the East Coast. Winners will have 6 weeks to drive from Sydney to Cairns or Cairns to Sydney. The Sydney give-away will be presented by THE GAFF, which was voted being the best backpacker bar in NSW in 2008. The Rhino Bar, well known for its outrageous themed nights, will choose the winner in Cairns.

Travellers Auto Barn the campervan rental & campervan sales specialist, are providing the classic stationwagon for 12 months. Winners will be picking up & returning their vehicles at the Sydney & Cairns branches of Travellers Auto Barn.

Travellers Autobarn Managing Director, Peter Burke says: “This is a fantastic experience for any backpacker – to travel along the East Coast in the classic Australian station wagon, FOR FREE! What a way to travel. The South East Coast offers great destinations; classics like Byron Bay and Brisbane or chilling in Noosa & Frasier Island. There are also the undiscovered gems like Yamba, Woolgoolga and a few others I’m keeping just for myself! Heading north you’ve got well know party spots like Airlie beach & the awesome Whitsundays Islands – who wouldn’t want to be part of this great adventure. And of course on each end you have Sydney and Cairns – what more can I say?!!

Both backpacker bars will come up with different ideas every two month on how to give the car away – so if you are in the area pop-in and ask how you can get your hands on this cracking prize.

Travellers Auto Barn marketing adds the following:” This is also a great way to show people what they can experience in their own campervan or station wagon. We will use this opportunity and promote this amazing trip with pictures of the winners during their trip and engage them by writing about their adventures on our blog & facebook page. Everyone wins!!!”.

To find out more visit our campervan hire website or contact us directly on 1800 674 374 or +61 2 8323 1505.

Travellers Auto Barn is a ‘one stop shop’ for backpacker and budget traveller planning their own trip around Australia. Travellers Auto Barn offers a range of campervans, cars & stationwagons for hire as well as sales (including 4WDs) from 6 Australian wide locations: Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin, Perth & Melbourne.

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The Advantages of Online Auto Warranty Shopping

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Woodbury, NJ (PRWEB) May 31, 2008

As worries about the economy grow, people’s desire to spend big bucks for a new car shrinks. So many are exploring the option of an extended warranty to protect their current vehicle. And, more important, to protect themselves from unexpected, and high, repair bills. We are pleased to introduce Auto Warranty Research.com as user-friendly, informative guide for consumers seeking objective warranty information.

Auto Warranty offers a complete glossary, a frequently-asked questions section, and a comprehensive summary of warranty fundamentals. Additionally, links that can help consumers research other aspects of their automotive needs are also provided. Our goal is to provide unbiased, verifiable, quality information for consumers investigating auto warranties.

The Auto Warranty Research.com staff has decades of experience in the automotive, warranty, and insurance industries. Auto Warranty pooled their resources and combed their contacts to produce the most authoritative and comprehensive online resource for consumers.

The demand for quality auto warranties has lead to an expansion of the industry. With more options, better quality companies, and prices much less than the average new car down payment, now is a great time to buy an extended warranty.

Not long ago, consumers were captive to the high prices and limited selection of dealership warranties. Now, just as the internet has revolutionized shopping for books, music, and so many other things, finding an auto warranty that is perfect for a consumer’s needs and budget takes only a few keystrokes and mouse clicks. Yet, not only is buying a warranty online simply another option, it’s an altogether better option than going with the car dealer.

Here are some of the major advantages for consumers who take their warranty search online:

More Choices

While a dealership can offer only a handful of plans, warranty companies online – especially brokers – have hundreds of warranty plans available. The large selection means that consumers can choose a service program that suits exactly their needs, both for coverage and for price.

Cheaper Prices

Car dealerships take advantage of the “contrast effect” when selling a warranty after the customer says “yes” to their new car: What’s another $ 2500 after just agreeing to spend $ 35,000? Dealers can charge whatever they want for car warranties – and they do. For warranty companies online, the competition for customers among them for customers keeps prices way below those of dealers. A warranty that would cost a consumer $ 2500 is sometimes $ 1000 less using an online company.

Better Coverage

Auto warranties that include wear-and-tear coverage, rental car and roadside assistance benefits, with terms up to seven years and an additional 150,000 miles are available – but consumers will never know it if they rely on their car dealer. Manufacturer’s extended warranties include the same terms and features that have been around for 25 years. Warranty companies online have the industry’s newest innovative plans, offering coverage and terms that are even better than the vehicle’s original warranty.

More Customer-Friendly

Companies with an online presence that intend to remain in business understand the importance of keeping their customers happy. The best warranty companies online have customer service departments, well-trained and knowledgeable consultants, and are open at least 12 hours a day, and 6 days per week. Anyone who has ever tried to get in touch with the dealership’s Business Manager to try to ask a question about a warranty will appreciate the good customer service the majority of warranty companies online provide.

We encourage consumers interested in learning about extended auto warranties to break free of the dealer’s grasp, and to investigate the many online warranty options. Consumers can save themselves time and money. A good place to start their search is Auto Warranty Research.com.

Marc Karman

Editor

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Travellers Auto Barn – Golden Backpack Finalists 2009

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(PRWEB) November 7, 2009

Travellers Auto Barn, Australia’s number one budget camper and car rental company, came away from the TNT Golden Backpacks awards last night an honourable runner up to this year’s winner Greyhound coaches who took home the gong for “Best National Transport Company” for 2009.

Already having won in 2007 and 2008 Travellers Auto Barn have this year been pipped at the post for the award of “Best National Transport Company” and been narrowly denied the award for the third consecutive year. The prestigious awards held in Sydney every year are to recognise excellence in Australia and New Zealand’s backpacker and independent traveller market and are voted on by the travellers themselves.

2009 saw a huge increase in the number of votes cast and having shared the category with names such as Virgin Blue, Tiger Airways and Greyhound, Travellers Auto Barn managing director Peter Burke has described the result as “outstanding” for his campervan hire business.

“After what had been an interesting year in the travel industry it is outstanding to be once again recognised for what we do. While large parts of the travel industry have undergone radical change to try to capture their share of a difficult tourist market, we at Travellers Auto Barn have stuck to our guns and concentrated on providing a quality product for independent and adventure travellers to experience the best Australia has to offer. Having found ourselves finalists for the third year running and this year against some substantially larger companies it is reassuring to know our efforts are appreciated by the travelling community”.

Mr. Burke went on to congratulate Greyhound on their win saying that “They (Greyhound) have obviously gone to a great lengths to ensure they deliver a high quality service to their customers and it’s awards like this that will ensure the industry strives to better itself and the continue to deliver what travellers want. You just need to look at this years finalists and the few notable exclusions to see that travellers are demanding a high quality and it’s those who strive to provide this who are rewarded by travelling public”.

The awards were this year hosted by AFL Legend Sam Kekovich and were well attended by industry insiders with around 450 guests there to witness the awards. 36 awards in all were presented across a wide range of areas including Best Hostel, Experience, Backpacker Night and Tour operator.

To find out more visit our campervan rental website or contact T.A.B directly on 1800 674 374 or +61 2 8323 1505.

Travellers Auto Barn is a ‘one stop shop’ for backpacker and budget traveller planning their own trip around Australia. Travellers Auto Barn offers a range of campervans, cars & stationwagons for hire as well as for sale (including 4WDs).

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Auto by Rent Franchising, LLC, a Subsidiary of Auto by Rent, Inc., Introduces Rent to Own Auto Franchise Concept

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Springfield, MO (PRWEB) February 21, 2008

Auto by Rent, Inc. is pleased to announce a unique, low-cost, profitable franchise opportunity to 36 states throughout the U.S. with plans of expanding this market throughout 2008. The franchise options offered by Auto by Rent Franchising, LLC are tremendous. This franchise business is expanding rapidly as it is projected that the sub-prime rent to own auto industry is in its infancy and will grow dramatically in the next few years.

Auto by Rent, Inc. has four well established locations in the Springfield, Missouri area that have been operating successfully with the first location now 5 years matured. The Auto by Rent process has been proven effective to both the buyer of rent to own vehicles as well as offering a highly profitable business to the qualified franchisee.

“We are excited about beginning our work with our first franchisees and presenting this occasion to prospective franchise owners. Our rent to own auto dealerships have allowed us to developed strong customer accountability while maintaining a distinct competitive advantage as one of the most profitable and affordable franchises available today,” states William Roberts, Franchise Sales Representative, of Auto by Rent Franchising, LLC.

This franchise opportunity presents a unique and profitable business opportunity for the franchisee as well as introducing a superior car buying experience for the locations that the franchise is operating within. Rent to own car dealerships like Auto by Rent make vehicle ownership possible with 0% financing, no up front sales tax, and no license fees because the customer is renting the vehicle. The Auto by Rent business is far superior to the more traditional buy-here, pay-here programs because it allows the franchisee to retain the title to the vehicle with better control of collections. Upon approval, the customer pays an origination fee of $ 199 and up, depending on the vehicle selected and customer profile. The customer then makes affordable and convenient weekly payments for an 18-30 month period. At the conclusion of the rental contract, the customer receives the title for the vehicle.

In addition, the rent to own auto franchise assures that all vehicles are thoroughly inspected to ensure quality and various warranty packages are available to give consumers peace of mind with owning a used car. Auto by Rent continues to be Missouri’s number one rent to own car dealership as they have consistently provided consumers with more options and fewer hassles throughout the car buying process, and Auto by Rent Franchising, LLC offers a unique rent to own car program that is not based on current or prior credit.

Auto by Rent Franchising, LLC is excited to be able to offer prospective franchisees with an affordable way to be one of the first to enter into this new and exciting market. While Auto by Rent Franchising, LLC is currently offering franchise opportunities in 36 states, it has plans of adding additional states within the next year.

The Auto by Rent franchise has been available since mid 2007 and the word is out about this fantastic opportunity. To obtain additional information about starting an Auto by Rent franchise, or to request additional information, please visit http://www.autobyrentfranchise.com or contact William Roberts at 417-849-1935.

William Roberts is currently representing Auto by Rent Franchising, LLC for all franchise sales. Mr. Roberts has a strong background in the automotive industry including six years as Vice President and General Manager of a local automotive manufacturing company, followed by his three year role as Vice President of Business Development for a major publicly traded automotive corporation.

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The Gateway Canyons Classic Auto Fest on May 8th Unites Great American Cars in the Great American West

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Gateway, CO (Vocus) April 16, 2010

Driving along Colorado Scenic and Historic Byway 141 to Gateway Canyons in Gateway, Colorado is a fitting route to a festival that celebrates the joy of motorized travel. Over 250 classic and antique automobiles will be on exhibit for car aficionados and the general public to savor at the fifth annual Gateway Canyons Classic Auto Fest, on May 8.

The show will feature 23 Best of Class categories with awards in each category. Classic and antique cars from the early 1900s through the 1970s will be on display as will American classics that include Camaros, Corvettes and Mustangs. Not to be missed are the hot rods, muscle cars and pick-up trucks that round out the exhibition. Awards will also be given for Best of Show, Best of Marque, Gateway Auto Museum Choice, Partner’s Choice and People’s Choice.

“Seeing these classic cars in a landscape that epitomizes the American west resonates with people – they both represent freedom. The Gateway Canyons Classic Auto Fest is the vehicle that brings it all together,” said Tammy Anderson, Director of Lodging and Guest Experience.

The Gateway Classic Auto Fest coincides with the anniversary of the Gateway Colorado Auto Museum, a premier repository for some of the nation’s most celebrated vehicles. It is the personal collection of John Hendricks, founder of the Discovery Channel. The museum houses 45 of the most prized cars in the country including the 1954 Oldsmobile F-88 concept car. The collection is arranged in a timeline that captures 100 years of automotive history beginning with the 1906 Cadillac Model H Coupe and ends with the 2008 Tesla Roadster.

The Gateway Canyons Auto Fest is a benefit for the Partners Program. A portion of the proceeds will stay in Western Colorado to provide services to youth who face challenges in their lives. The Partners Program is devoted to helping young people overcome issues such as criminal behavior, substance abuse, and unemployment. The goal is to provide opportunities for youth to have positive role models in their lives and to learn from their mistakes. For more about the Partner’s Program, visit http://www.mesapartners.org.

Tickets to Gateway Canyons Classic Auto Fest include entry to the festival grounds, admission to the Gateway Colorado Auto Museum, and a charitable donation to the Partner’s Program. Visitors have the chance to win a lottery, drawings and door prizes as well as enjoy the opening ceremony. Food and craft vendors, auto services and music will add to the festive atmosphere. For more information about the Gateway Canyon Classic Auto Fest on May 8, please visit http://www.gatewayautomuseum.com or contact Denise Wall at 970.931.2655.

Visitors to the Gateway Canyons Classic Auto Fest can stay on site at Gateway Canyons. The Dolores River Inn and the Kiva Lodge offer accommodations that range from standard rooms to premium suites. There is a large outdoor pool and clubhouse courtyard, wireless internet access and several on-site dining choices. For lodging information, please visit http://www.gatewaycanyons.com or telephone 866-671-4733 or 970-931-2458.

About Gateway Canyons

Gateway Canyons is a premier resort destination with 54 rooms, state-of-the-art meeting facilities, full amenities, breathtaking scenery, a range of outdoor activities, and the Gateway Colorado Auto Museum. It is the home of Curiosity Retreats, a place where high quality learning opportunities and the surrounding natural beauty combine to create a one-of-a-kind destination experience.

Located one hour southwest of Grand Junction on Colorado Scenic and Historic Byway 141, this destination is easily accessible. Frequent flights are available from Denver, Dallas, Phoenix and Salt Lake City at the full service Grand Junction Regional Airport. Private planes may arrive in Grand Junction or Montrose. Rental cars and shuttles are available. For more information, call 866.671.4733 or visit http://www.gatewaycanyons.com/press-room for an online press kit, press releases, and downloadable photographs.

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Tammy Anderson, Director of Lodging and Guest Experience

Gateway Canyons

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