Released on: August 4, 2008, 5:58 am

Press Release Author: Kathryn Carver

Industry: Entertainment

Press Release Summary: Northumberland Ferries Limited has launched online
partnerships with Golf PEI, and Rodd Hotels & Resorts. "Northumberland Ferries is
very excited to be working with tourism partners. We hope that together we will be
able to work towards a common goal, bringing visitors to Prince Edward Island."
states Don Cormier, Vice President of Operations & Safety Management at
Northumberland Ferries Limited.

Press Release Body: August 4th, 2008 - Charlottetown, PEI - Northumberland Ferries
Limited has launched online partnerships with Golf PEI, and Rodd Hotels & Resorts.
"Northumberland Ferries is very excited to be working with tourism partners. We
hope that together we will be able to work towards a common goal, bringing visitors
to Prince Edward Island." states Don Cormier, Vice President of Operations & Safety
Management at Northumberland Ferries Limited.

Barry MacLeod, COO of Golf PEI believes this is the way to promote Island golf
saying, "Travel packages are not new but the unique combination of transportation
via the Northumberland Ferries, hotel accommodations at one of Rodd Hotel's &
Resorts, and golf, creates an experience package. The tourist will experience the
beauty of the Island on the ferry crossing, stay in top class accommodations, and
then play on world class golf courses. It gives a great first impression of the
Island." For the golfer, Prince Edward Island presents great variety, challenge and
beauty in its golf courses.

Various packages were developed with Rodd Hotels & Resorts, from lazy beach days to
action-packed adventures, bundled to give an Island experience. Activities being
promoted include; golf, picnics, spa treatments, water parks and beaches. "Working
with Northumberland Ferries Limited has been an exciting experience for both of us,
states Mike Robertson, Marketing Manager, Rodd Hotels & Resorts, "we are excited to
be offering a range of packages suited for any visitor\'s interests."

Northumberland Ferries Limited is also offering a chance for people to win one of
the great packages with Rodd Hotels & Resorts, as well as Golf PEI. A series of
contest throughout the summer will be held for chances to win a prize consisting of
the travel packages launched this summer. For more information on the new packages
visit http://www.peiferry.com/travel-packages/.

Northumberland Ferries Limited has been providing memorable experiences since 1941.
With up to 9 crossings a day, and the new convenient NOWPass Reservations, traveling
with the ferry has never been easier. There are three ways to secure a ferry pass;
book online for a NOWPass Reservation, purchase an Assured Loading Pass from one of
our retailers, or just show up at the terminal. Call Northumberland Ferries at
1-877-635-SAIL or visit www.peiferry.com to learn more.

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For more information contact:

Don Cormier - Vice-President - Operations & Safety Management
Bay Ferries Limited
Tel: (902) 626-2543 Email: dcormier@nfl-bay.com
Website: www.peiferry.com

Barry Macleod, Chief Operating Officer
Golf PEI
Tel: (902)-628-9634 Email: barry.macleod@gmail.com
Website: www.golfpei.com

Mike Robertson, Marketing Manager
Rodd Hotels & Resorts
Tel: 902)629.6752) mrobertson@roddhotelsandresorts.com
Website: www.roddvacations.com/


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