"You can always find a home away from home at a Best Western property. Best Western hotels promise travelers a friendly, familiar face in great locations throughout the world. But the distinguishing feature for me is that this is an entire chain of hotels built upon individuality. Each hotel reflects the charm and culture of its locality."

Chris Robinson

Best Western International is the world's largest hotel chain with 4,200 hotels in 80 countries. All the hotels present charm and local appeal, whilst maintaining a brand-wide commitment to quality, service and value. Check out the website at www.bestwestern.com to access the inviting array of hotel accommodations available – it's also very simple and efficient to make your reservations online. Plus, Best Western has a number of innovative programs for travelers.

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Best Western Introduces New 'Knock Knock^SM' Desktop Tool

Receive special offers and book your hotel rooms directly from your personal computer with Best Western's new 'Knock 'Knock^SM' tool. No need to shop around for hotel specials, they will come right to you!

Easily installed on any computer, this innovative desktop application also allows travelers to retrieve information on Best Western's Gold Crown Club^® International loyalty program and even check local weather forecasts – all from one location. The 'Knock Knock' tool, a hotel chain first, is free and available for download at www.bestwestern.com.

Give the Gift of Travel^® with Best Western's Global Hotel Gift Card

The Best Western Travel Card^® is the gift that fits everyone! As a treat for yourself, as a birthday or anniversary present, or to say 'thank you' for a job well done, the Best Western Travel Card is the perfect choice. It works just like cash at Best Western hotels worldwide. Send a personalized message to your loved one with the Travel Card when you select a plastic version. Or, if your gift just has to get there, choose Best Western's 'virtual' gift card option for fast, easy delivery. Purchase it online at www.travelcard.bestwestern.com.

Make Your Stays More Rewarding with Gold Crown Club^® International

Best Western's Gold Crown Club^® International (GCCI) loyalty program is one of the industry's few truly international travel clubs. Members can earn points towards an extensive offering of product and service awards -- including Global Free Room Nights, dining, shopping and entertainment gift certificates, as well as airline miles -- at Best Western hotels throughout North, Central and South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and South Africa.

GCCI is the industry's only frequent guest club to offer customized programs that cater to special interest groups. The CAA Preferred Gold Crown Club program provides richer awards for CAA members, while Speed Rewards^® is designed for NASCAR enthusiasts. The newest program in the GCCI family, Ride Rewards^TM, is tailored for Harley-Davidson owners and enthusiasts. For more information, visit www.goldcrownclub.com.

The Official Hotel of NASCAR^®

Best Western International has served as the Official Hotel of NASCAR^® since 2004. The hotel chain is also an associate sponsor of Michael Waltrip Racing in both Busch Series and NEXTEL Cup action. With Best Western's free NASCAR-themed frequent guest program, Speed Rewards, fans can earn valuable points which are redeemable for NASCAR-licensed merchandise such as jackets, caps -- and race-related items including ProScan headsets and Richard Petty Driving Experience gift certificates. Check out www.bestwesternracing.com for more information.

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