Tuesday, October 18, 2005

The World's First Coupon for Private Space Travel to Celebrate Name Change

10% Off Galactic Travel @ http://www.BradsDeals.com

CHICAGO, Oct. 13, 2005 -- First there was fire, and then the wheel, and now the next giant leap in human evolution - discount space travel.

To celebrate the renaming of DealsDuJour.com to BradsDeals.com, Brad Wilson, Founder of BradsDeals.com (http://www.bradsdeals.com), has secured for his website the world's first coupon to blast off into the final frontier.

Any qualified, non-professional space traveler can receive up to $10,000 or 10% (which ever is less) off any space flight offered by a private company, including http://www.spaceadventures.com/company/programs,
http://www.virgingalactic.com/en/default.asp, and others.

"I have always been fascinated by space travel, but until now, it was a little expensive," chuckled Wilson. "We are offering this out of this world deal, not only to generate further excitement for space tourism, but also to help our loyal customers - who make no small plans - voyage into space."

Since 2001, BradsDeals.com has saved consumers millions by securing great deals on quality products. As featured in the Wall Street Journal and other major media outlets, and with over 600 of the world's best-known retailers offering fabulous deals on his site, Wilson has emerged as a leading consumer advocate and authority on Internet spending trends.

So why the name change?

"With over one million shoppers visiting the site each month, and projected sales of fifty million this year, changing our name reflects how real human beings meticulously inspect and select each deal based upon its value to the consumer," commented Anton Diego, Vice President of Online Retailing. "Brad really likes to save people money - and he inspires us all to do the same everyday - we think the new company name reflects that philosophy."

Through partnerships with over 600 top online retailers, BradsDeals.com secures both savings for its clients and new customers for its business partners, including Apple, Dell, Sharper Image, Office Depot, Petco, Target, Amazon.com, Buy.com, HP.com, Overstock.com and many, many others.

BradsDeals.com (formerly know as DealsDuJour.com) was founded by brothers Bradley P. Wilson and Campbell M. Wilson. They developed the idea for the website while students at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and started the company in 2001 at the ages of 20 and 19, respectively. The company is located at the Northwestern University Technology Innovation Center in Evanston, Illinois.

This press release may contain forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties including but not limited to risks associated with the uncertainty of BradsDeals.com future performance, additional financing requirements, and the effect of economic conditions in the B2C and B2B e-commerce market.

For info., interviews, contact:
Charlie Stone, Stone Road Productions Worldwide
312-399-4555 (cell)
312-399-0258 (cell 2)
charlie@thestoneroad.com

Thursday, October 06, 2005

Gift of Sail or Power Training Keeps on Giving

FT. MYERS, Fla., Sept. 26, 2005 -- Few experiences in life are more rewarding than sailing or power boating with friends and family. Doing it well is a combination of learning a new skill and feeling safe and confident at all times. A gift of sail or power training is a perfect choice for the adventurer or dreamer on one's holiday gift list this year. Gift certificates in $100 increments can be purchased as a deposit for any course or clinic offered by Offshore Sailing School and its Power Cruise School.

Two-hour clinics start at $125 per person and two- to five-day courses start at $795 per person. Those purchasing a minimum gift amount of $200 will receive an autographed book of their choice by Steve or Doris Colgate (to keep or give); gifts of $300 or more also include a pair of sailing gloves.

Even seasoned sailors value a Gift of Sailing. Offshore Sailing School offers a diverse range of courses from beginner through advanced cruising and racing. Designed to work together as a series, each new course builds on prior lessons or equivalent experience. Power Cruise School provides the training to safely handle a 30-foot powerboat with skill and confidence.

"For most boaters I've met, the journey is as magical as their destination," said Doris Colgate, CEO of both the Sail and Power Cruise School. "The rewards are exciting and fun for the workaholics you know who love new challenges and learning something useful. It bonds family relationships and gives friends an opportunity to get away together. In less than three days a non-sailor or boater can be qualified to handle and navigate boats up to 30 feet with confidence, and if cruising is their dream, the next step on 36-49 foot yachts can be accomplished in less than a week," said Colgate.

The gift recipient may choose dates, location and the course level later. A minimum deposit of $200 is required to activate the gift. Deliveries for Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa holidays must be received at least ten business days before the holiday. For all other occasions, order ten business days before desired date of receipt.

More than 100,000 men and women have graduated from Offshore Sailing School and have gone on to enjoy a lifetime of sailing. Ranked #1 by Practical Sailor in both instructors and curriculum and the only sailing school recognized by the American Council on Education for credit at the college level, Offshore provides training at all levels of sailing instruction and a comprehensive course for those interested just in power boating. Locations include: Fort Myers Beach, Captiva Island, Florida Keys and St. Petersburg, FL; Jersey City, NJ; New York, NY; Lake George, NY; Newport, RI; Abaco, Bahamas; and Tortola, British Virgin Islands.

Information on courses, locations and gift-giving can be found at http://www.offshore-sailing.com or by calling 800-221-4326.

(Editor's Note: For a high-resolution image to accompany this release, please contact Mary Orme at 727-733-9332 or mary@affinitydesign1.com.)

Media Information:

Diana Smith
239-985-7506
Diana@offshore-sailing.com