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United Vacations Introduces Mystery Deals

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMT

New program designed to pass along great hotel rates to customers that have flexibility with the hotel or room type

(Edina, Minn. Dec. 21, 2011) – United Vacations has introduced a new Mystery Deals program designed to pass along great hotel rates to customers that have flexibility with the hotel or room type for their vacation.

United Vacations has negotiated exclusive, unpublished hotel rates with hotel partners, which can be combined with the lowest airfares on United Airlines for unbeatable deals. Travelers can select from some of the best-selling hotels in the most-popular destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean, without knowing exactly which hotel they are choosing, giving them more access to great vacation value.

There are two types of Mystery Deals, offering incredible savings:

The first option provides customers with the brand name of the hotel in their select destination, but not the exact hotel in which the clients will be staying.
The second option provides customers with the rating of the hotel in their select destination, but not the hotel name, or the specific location in the destination.

For more information on the new Mystery Deals program, or to book a vacation through United Vacations, contact a travel agent, visit their website at www.unitedvacations.com, or call 1-888-854-3899.

About United Vacations
United Vacations is the official vacation brand of United Airlines and Continental Airlines, and offers customizable vacations via United, Continental and their worldwide partners. United Vacations provides the convenience of booking flight and hotel together with the lowest available airfares, and offers a best price guarantee, discounted hotel rates, bonus miles for travelers through the United Airlines MileagePlus frequent flyer program and special offers to over 250 of the world’s most appealing leisure destinations. Travelers can choose from a variety of add-ons such as car rentals, sightseeing excursions and other activities, in addition to creating specialty vacations such as luxury vacations, destination weddings and honeymoons, ski and dive vacations, and group travel programs. United Vacations is managed, operated and marketed by MLT Vacations, one of the largest providers of vacations in the United States. Travelers will find more information by consulting a travel agent or visiting www.unitedvacations.com.

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United Vacations Launches No Surprise Pricing

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT

New pricing program where vacation prices will include all hotel and flight taxes and fees

(EDINA, Minn., Nov 29, 2011) —In response to travel agent and consumer feedback, United Vacations has implemented "No-Surprise Pricing" with advertised prices representing the complete price, including all hotel and flight taxes and fees required by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

As a convenience to customers, United Vacations has implemented this new pricing structure well before the new disclosure policy is required by the U.S. Department of Transportation, which has set a deadline of January 24, 2012.

The new "No-surprise Pricing" will be displayed throughout all advertising, as well as deals pages on the United Vacations website, and ensures that customers will not be 'surprised' by hundreds of dollars in added government taxes and fees.

Travel shoppers may notice an increase in the advertised prices of offers and promotions from United Vacations, however because all of the fees are now included, they will see that United Vacations prices are comparable to their competitors, once their taxes and fees are added later in the booking process. Until others adapt to this pricing format, United Vacations brands offer the benefit of viewing the total package price on vacations up front, from the very beginning of the booking process.

For more information on United Vacations or their travel insurance products, please visit their website at www.unitedvacations.com, or call 1-888-854-3899.

About United Vacations

United Vacations is the official vacation brand of United Airlines and Continental Airlines, and offers customizable vacations via United, Continental and their worldwide partners. United Vacations provides the convenience of booking flight and hotel together with the lowest available airfares, and offers a best price guarantee, discounted hotel rates, bonus miles for travelers through the United Airlines MileagePlus frequent flyer program and special offers to over 250 of the world’s most appealing leisure destinations. Travelers can choose from a variety of add-ons such as car rentals, sightseeing excursions and other activities, in addition to creating specialty vacations such as luxury vacations, destination weddings and honeymoons, ski and dive vacations, and group travel programs. United Vacations is managed, operated and marketed by MLT Vacations, one of the largest providers of vacations in the United States. Travelers will find more information by consulting a travel agent or visiting www.unitedvacations.com.

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United Vacations Enhances Travel Insurance Offerings

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 06:01:00 GMT

Travelers will find additional peace of mind when purchasing a vacation using the new travel insurance refund enhancement

(EDINA, Minn., Nov 15, 2011) —Based on recent travel agent and consumer feedback, United Vacations has enhanced the Travel Protection Plan PLUS insurance product so that refunds will now be issued in the original form of payment, should travelers need to cancel their vacation.

This means that travelers who purchase Travel Protection Plan PLUS from United Vacations, are now eligible to get their refund, including cancel fees, in their original form of payment and no documentation is needed if they have to cancel their trip prior to departure.

The new refund enhancement is only available through the Travel Protection Plan PLUS, which also includes a lowest price guarantee that promises if they find a lower price on the same vacation package, United Vacations will give them a refund of the difference.

United Vacations currently offers two travel insurance plans: Travel Protection Plan and Travel Protection Plan PLUS, which are designed to assure travelers that their investment, and their family are protected when they purchase a vacation package.

For more information on United Vacations or their travel insurance products, please visit their website at www.unitedvacations.com, or call 1-888-854-3899.

About United Vacations

United Vacations is the official vacation brand of United Airlines and Continental Airlines, and offers customizable vacations via United, Continental and their worldwide partners. United Vacations provides the convenience of booking flight and hotel together with the lowest available airfares, and offers a best price guarantee, discounted hotel rates, bonus miles for travelers through the United Airlines MileagePlus frequent flyer program and special offers to over 250 of the world's most appealing leisure destinations. Travelers can choose from a variety of add-ons such as car rentals, sightseeing excursions and other activities, in addition to creating specialty vacations such as luxury vacations, destination weddings and honeymoons, ski and dive vacations, and group travel programs. United Vacations is managed, operated and marketed by MLT Vacations, one of the largest providers of vacations in the United States. Travelers will find more information by consulting a travel agent or visiting www.unitedvacations.com.

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United Vacations Announces Integration of Continental Airlines Vacations and United Vacations brands

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Two of the largest airline vacation brands in the United States will merge into one

(Edina, Minn. Sept. 19, 2011) – As Continental Airlines and United Airlines continue their integration efforts, Continental Airlines Vacations and United Vacations merged into a single brand on September 17, 2011. United Vacations is now the single package vacation brand of Continental Airlines and United Airlines.

With United Vacations, customers will experience the same easy booking process, wide variety of products, and high service levels previously enjoyed through Continental Airlines Vacations, with the same exciting additions including Walt Disney World Resorts, escorted tours, a dive program, and more. Plus, they have access to more destinations and additional flights to choose from, including reciprocal benefits with the MileagePlus Program.

Customers can rely on United Vacations to be their one-stop shop for packages that include the lowest available airfares on United Airlines or Continental Airlines flights as part of a vacation package.
In addition, United Vacations will continue to work closely with United and Continental as they continue their integration to ensure that all package vacation customers receive uninterrupted service and high-quality vacation experiences.

For more information on United Vacations, please visit their website at www.unitedvacations.com or call 1-888-854-3899.

About United Vacations
United Vacations is the official vacation brand of United Airlines and Continental Airlines and offers customizable vacations via United, Continental and their worldwide partners. United Vacations provides the convenience of booking flight and hotel together with the lowest available airfares, and offers a best price guarantee, discounted hotel rates, bonus miles for travelers through the United Airlines MileagePlus frequent flyer program and special offers to over 250 of the world’s most appealing leisure destinations. Travelers can choose from a variety of add-ons such as car rentals, sightseeing excursions and other activities, in addition to creating specialty vacations such as luxury vacations, destination weddings and honeymoons, ski and dive vacations, and group travel programs. United Vacations is managed, operated and marketed by MLT Vacations, one of the largest providers of vacations in the United States. Travelers will find more information by consulting a travel agent or visiting www.unitedvacations.com.

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United Vacations Offers Fall Flight Sale

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Customers get exclusive airfares on vacations to Mexico and the Caribbean

(Edina, Minn. Sept. 22, 2011) – United Vacations is now offering an exclusive fare sale on United Airlines and Continental Airlines flights to customers who purchase their flight and hotel vacations from, or through, the cities of Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark, San Francisco and Washington D.C to specific destinations.

Travelers can find great fall travel deals for winter 2011 travel to Acapulco, Bermuda, Bonaire, Cancun, Cozumel, Curaçao, Huatulco, Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Los Cabos, Manzanillo, Mazatlán, Mérida, Nassau, Puerto Vallarta, St. Maarten, and the Turks & Caicos.

In addition to low airfares, travelers will also earn up to 2,000 MileagePlus or OnePass bonus miles, as well as credited flight miles. Plus, they can save even more when you pair these airfare deals with one of United Vacations deals and money-saving offers.

For more information on United Vacations or their fall flight sale, please visit their website at www.unitedvacations.com, or call 1-888-854-3899.

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United Vacations Enhances Offerings to Walt Disney World Resort

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMT

United Vacations introduces new one-stop-shopping and limited-time discounts on Walt Disney World Resort vacations

(Edina, Minn. June 22, 2011) — Travelers looking for one-stop shopping, flexibility and bonus values to Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando now have expanded offerings and wider varieties of hotels than ever before with United Vacations.

To help celebrate the new and enhanced offerings, United Vacations is offering up to 30% off a stay at select Disney Resort hotels or free dining with the purchase of a package including Disney's PhotoPass Photo Book.

The new and enhanced Walt Disney World Resort vacation packages through United Vacations now include:

The lowest available airfare on United Airlines
Accommodations at an onsite Disney Resort hotel
Disney's Magical Express Complimentary Transportation Service between the Orlando airport and a Disney Resort hotel
Magic Your Way Tickets—choose a Base Ticket or add on a Park Hopper or Park Hopper and Water Park Fun & More Option
1,000 bonus miles, in addition to credited flight miles, through the MileagePlus program
A price guarantee – United Vacations will match a lower price plus give the traveler $50
Options to add on one of three Disney Dining Plans

United Vacations offers Walt Disney World Resort vacations for every budget, and can help travelers plan a magical experience from start to finish. For more information or to book a Walt Disney World Resort vacation through United Vacations, contact a travel agent, visit www.unitedvacations.com or call 888-854-3899.

About United Vacations
United Vacations is the official vacation brand of United Airlines and offers customizable vacations via United and its worldwide partners. United Vacations provides the convenience of booking flight and hotel together with the lowest available airfares, and offers a best price guarantee, discounted hotel rates, bonus miles for travelers through the United Airlines MileagePlus frequent flyer program and special offers to over 250 of the world's most appealing leisure destinations. Travelers can choose from a variety of add-ons such as car rentals, sightseeing excursions and other activities, in addition to creating specialty vacations such as luxury vacations, destination weddings and honeymoons, ski vacations, and group travel programs. United Vacations is managed, operated and marketed by MLT Vacations, one of the largest providers of vacations in the United States. Travelers will find more information by consulting a travel agent or visiting www.unitedvacations.com.

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Changes to the United Vacations Logo

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 06:00:00 GMT

(Edina, Minn. Mar 1, 2011) —Changes to the United Vacations Logo

Effective March 1, United Vacations has added a new logo to their website and collateral materials which blends the United name with the well-known globe image that has been representing Continental’s brand.

This new “globe” logo replaces the former “tulip” logo as United Airlines begins changing the branding on their website and collateral to reflect another step toward the integration between United Airlines and Continental Airlines.

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United Vacations Celebrates the New Year with New Look, New Offerings and More Savings

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 06:00:00 GMT

(Edina, Minn. Jan 1, 2011) — United Vacations is ringing in the New Year by designing a new website to ease the vacation planning and purchasing experience and by adding new products, services and savings to their vacation products.

Some of the new enhancements include:

More ways to earn MileagePlus® miles — earn up to 7,500 bonus miles with the purchase of a flight and hotel, in addition to credited flight miles
Specialized vacations including luxury vacations, destination weddings, honeymoons, and more
Lowest airfares on United Airlines®, including United First® and United Business® with the purchase of a flight and hotel vacation
A guaranteed best price — if you find a better price, we will match it and give you $50 toward a future trip
Flexible payment options and 24-hour courtesy holds for bookings

In addition, travelers can explore the world and save on flight and hotel vacations to more than 250 destinations worldwide. Plus, for a limited time, they will save up to $175 to Hawaii or up to $150 to all other destinations offered through United Vacations.

It's the New Year; make it a resolution to bask on the beaches in Hawaii, Mexico, or the Caribbean. Discover the rich cultures of South America, Europe, and the Middle East. Or stay within North America, and just go someplace new.

For more information on United Vacations and their new offers and travel deals, contact a travel agent, go to www.unitedvacations.com or call 1-888-854-3899.

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