SANDESTIN GOLF AND BEACH RESORT AND PARENT COMPANY, SDI, PREDICTS SIGNIFICANT ECONOMIC IMPACT ON NORTHWEST FLORIDA GULF COAST FROM NEW VISION AIRLINES EXPANSION

DESTIN, FL, Jan. 19 /PRNewswire/ - SDI Investments (SDI), parent company of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, the Palms of Destin Resort & Conference Center, Silver Shells Resort and Spa and Cottage Rental Agency at Seaside and other properties on the Florida Coast, today predicted a significant and positive economic impact from the new service of Vision Airlines to and from Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS).

According to SDI President John Russell, Vision Airlines' new service to/from Northwest Florida Regional Airport will change the tourism and hospitality industry on Florida's Emerald Coast and benefit the thousands of guests who visit.  "Vision Airlines announcement to expand direct service in 20 cities will be a significant economic stimulus.  The new air service will result in greater access, more visitors and an increase in visitor frequency," said Russell.

"The timing is perfect while many families, couples and businesses are evaluating where to go for their vacations or meetings this Spring and Summer," added Russell. 

For example, Vision Airlines announced a special $49 fare sale through January 23 that will enable travelers to take advantage of the glorious Spring Break season and even the Sandestin Wine Festival on April 29-May 1, the oldest, most established wine festival in Florida, which attracts thousands of attendees each year.

Sandestin, the Destin area and the Beaches of South Walton were adversely impacted by Deepwater Horizon accident last year.

"Vision Airlines' expansive new air service provides travelers and groups an opportunity to see and enjoy the beautiful Emerald Coast for themselves.   It allows us an added way to welcome back thousands of travelers and groups, while introducing new guests to our beautiful region, sugar white sand beaches and variety of activities including golf, tennis, watersports, dining and more for all ages," said Russell.

As a result, SDI and Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort have already unveiled discounted package travel deals with Vision Airlines.  For information, visit www.visionairlines.com or call 877.359.2538.

SDI is the largest tourism employer on the Emerald Coast.SDI's flagship property, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, was voted the #1 resort by the readers of Emerald Coast Magazine.  The resort offers guests a 2,400 acre resort with nearly 1,400 accommodations, four championship golf courses, 15 world class tennis courts, 19 pools, 65,000 square feet of meeting space and even it's own Village, the Village of Baytowne Wharf featuring shops, dining, events and entertainment.For information, call 1-866-91-BEACH or visit www.sandestin.com.

SOURCE Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

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