Released on: May 1, 2008, 8:48 am

Press Release Author: Amanda Patrick/Ypartnership

Industry: Human Resources

Press Release Summary: More space, more interaction, more private outdoor recreation
space.

Press Release Body: ORLANDO, Fla. (May 1, 2008) Team building activities are
designed to develop effective communication and problem-solving skills. The
exercises can be adapted for groups large and small, and in virtually any setting;
however, the setting can play an even greater role in the effectiveness of the
team-building outcome, if selected to meet specific needs.

One venue that has been largely untapped for smaller executive team building
programs is the vacation home rental, where participants eat, sleep, prepare meals
and conduct a variety of activities under one spacious and well-appointed roof.
Reservations can be had for as few as three nights, home sizes can range from two to
seven bedrooms, and multiple abodes in a desirable vacation home community such as
Orlando can be reserved, simultaneously creating "house teams."

Vacation rental homes are a great way to stretch the lodging budget, often costing
less than a single hotel room. Planners can preview photos and amenities of
individual homes prior to booking, making it easier to find a home or homes to fit
their specific team building needs. Rental guests experience the benefits of a
traditional hotel stay with additional amenities and an inherent value that can't be
matched by even the highest quality resort, including:

- From 1,050 to 4,000 sq. ft. of vacation space
- Two to seven bedrooms and up to six bathrooms under one roof
- Private pool, spa, and screened-in patio in vacation homes
- Full kitchen complete with range, oven, refrigerator, and all utensils
- 24-hour guest services
- Multiple televisions
- Spacious living area and furnished dining room
- Washer and dryer in-home

Many vacation rentals also come equipped with extra amenities for private recreation
or skill building, including:

- Game rooms featuring popular arcade games, billiard and/or air hockey tables
- Home movie theatres with cinema-style seating
- Plasma or flat-screen televisions
- Free wireless Internet access
- Multiple DVD players
- Video game systems, including PlayStation and Xbox

Planners will be pleased to know they may opt for a variety of additional services
for attendees to enjoy during their stay through partnerships made by association
members, such as:

- Special rates on tickets to Orlando attractions
- Professional massages in-home
- Personal chef to prepare meals
- Pre-arrival grocery delivery service
- Special needs equipment rental
- Discounted car rentals, and more

Discover Vacation Homes, a Central Florida-based association that works to raise
awareness of vacation rentals as one of Central Florida's fastest-growing lodging
categories, is comprised of the most well-established vacation rental management
companies in the industry. Association membership is based on a commitment to uphold
Discover Vacation Homes' code of ethical and business practices that ensure guests
are provided a quality lodging experience. The association's founding members
include:

ALL STAR Vacation Homes
Florida Spirit Vacation Homes
Global Resort Homes
Imagine Vacation Homes
IPG Florida Vacation Homes
Magical Memories Villas
Premier Vacation Homes
VillaDirect Vacation Homes

Before planning your next Team Building or Executive Retreat program, visit Discover
Vacation Homes (www.DiscoverVacationHomes.com). It opens up a whole new lodging
world to planners and attendees.

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Web Site: http://DiscoverVacationHomes.com

Contact Details: Amanda Patrick
Ypartnership Public Relations
423 S. Keller Rd., Suite 100
Orlando, FL 32810
Phone: (800) 308 - 8145 or (407) 838-1829
Amanda.Patrick@Ypartnership.com