Follow ResortQuest Steamboat Vacation Rentals on Twitter

The world is all a flutter with Tweets! Twitter.com is the fastest growing social networking site in the world. And ResortQuest Steamboat - SteamboatCondos - is right there in the thick of the twittersphere.

If you’re not already on twitter, let me explain. Twitter is a free social networking and micro-blogging service that allows its users to send and read other users’ updates (otherwise known as tweets), which are text-based posts of up to 140 characters in length. If you are familiar with Facebook, tweeting t is a little like updating your status.

Each twitter user has a specific screen name (like SteamboatCondos). Each twitter user can choose to follow other users that interest them. For example, I love the Old Town Pub in steamboat, so I'm following OldTownPub. Others who are interested in us can choose to follow our tweets.

So, you 'follow' people, and you are 'followed' by others. You do not have to follow someone that follows you. Follow me yet?

We are always looking for ways to better connect with our guests and potential customers and so we recently took the leap onto twitter. If you’re already on twitter, we can be found @steamboatcondos

So what do we do and share on twitter? We talk about things going on at ResortQuest Steamboat's lodging properties, as well as things going on in the Steamboat Springs area and at the Steamboat Ski Resort - anything from event announcements, to snow and weather reports, new photos of recently renovated condos and, of course, deals! We even answer questions from our followers, such as 'Which hot springs in Steamboat do you recommend visiting," or "Which is the best ski-in/ski-out property in Steamboat?"

I love this quote from the Sydney Morning Herald in Australia: "Twitter, as its name suggests, is like a large aviary of birds - with all the birds bursting into song at the same time. While the bare-bones nature of the site's interface encourages new users, making sense of all the dialogue taking place on it is harder."

So, to help you get sort through the tweets, here are a few Twitter Tools:

• TwitterLocal: It's an app you can download to filter tweets by location
• TweetDeck: Is an ap that allows you to group people you follow into groups and favorites, or monitor tweeted terms, like 'Steamboat Springs'
• Twhirl: An ap that is active on your desk-top and sends pop-up messages whenever the people you follow post a tweet
• WhoShouldIfollow.com: enter your Twitter username and get suggestions about who you should follow
• TwitterGrader by HubSpot: See how you rank in the twittersphere, but identify top tweeters in your region

We hope to see you on Twitter soon!

Examiner.com/denver features article about ResortQuest Steamboat's Green Initiatives

The team at ResortQuest Steamboat was recently honored to host Susanna Speier of the Examiner.com/Denver online newspaper. Susanna Speier writes the 'Sustainable City' column to "innovate realistic and environmentally sustainable lifestyle adjustments." Her most recent column features ResortQuest's Trappeur's Crossing Resort, along with other Steamboat businesses striving to be green.

The article, "The sustainable steamboat: the green is in the details at Trappeur’s Crossing Resort" discusses ResortQuest's recycling program, Yepello chocolates, Thymes bath amenities, and Cascades Recycled tissue products. She also gives a delightful description of her Steamboat lodging:

"The suite was deliciously earthy. It was luxurious but not ostentatiously so. Sustainability was clearly the Gold Level boasting point. A Gold Level boasting point that was actively nourished and justified. Locally manufactured Yepello chocolates had been placed beside a decorative pine cone bowl. Each of the room's lamp supply was bountiful; as were the windows and balconies with views of snow-covered pinetree and mountains beyond. Technology was amped, where appropriate. LCD television screens and sound system and laser projected atomic clock was, thankfully, state of the art. The blizzard had made the drive there an exceptionally long one. I slept soundly and splendidly" ...Read complete article.

You can visit her website at susannaspeier.com and email ideas and suggestions at susanna@susannaspeier.com.

About the Examiner.com: Examiner.com serves 60 major markets across the country and is quickly becoming the premier online brand for local information and events. Their content is contributed by passionate, informed people known as Examiners. Examiners are people in your community with a common desire to share their knowledge and expertise with others. Examiners are college students, civil servants, retirees, doctors, musicians, magazine editors and stay-at-home parents.

ResortQuest Steamboat FREE lodging upgrade!

At ResortQuest Steamboat, we think you should get more out of a vacation. Like more space, more privacy, more amenities and more value for your vacation dollar. In short, more vacation in your vacation.

That’s why we’re offering Every 3rd Night Free. That means you get one FREE night for every two paid nights; two free nights for every paid four nights

PLUS! Not only will you get every 3rd night FREE, ResortQuest Steamboat is also offering a FREE lodging upgrade when you book a 4 night stay or longer this March in a select few remaining condos! That's right:

• Torian Plum Condos: Book a 3 Bedroom at the 2 Bedroom rate
• Bronze Tree Condos: Book a 3 Bedroom at the 2 Bedroom rate
• Snow Flower Condos: Book a 4 Bedroom Snow Flower at the 2 Bedroom Rate
• Trappeur’s Crossing Resort: Book a 4 Bedroom Gold Condo at the 3 Bedroom rate; or a 3 Bedroom+Den Platinum Condo at the 3 Bedroom Platinum rate
• Cascades Townhomes: Book a 4 Bedroom the Meadows 4 Bedroom Rate!

Check-out some of the great condos available for Spring Break, starting March 14 (4+ nights):

Torian Plum 701 - 3 Bedroom/2 Bathroom (at 2 bedroom rate!)

Torian Plum 612 - 2/bedroom/den (at 2 bedroom rate!)

Torian Plum 311 - 2/bedroom/den (at 2 bedroom rate!)

Torian Plum 412 - 2/bedroom/den (at 2 bedroom rate!)
Call ResortQuest Steamboat or book online. Simply "Check Availability" for the best available Steamboat lodging rates. The FREE NIGHTS will be automatically applied! Please note: to book your 'Free Upgrade' you will need to call and mention INTUPG. Upgrades cannot be guaranteed. Must book by 3/13/09. Terms and conditions apply.

There's a lot to Love in Steamboat Springs!

Love to ski or ride! Love your man or woman! Love saving money! You can have it all this year.
From world class skiing to the variety of love inspiring activities, Steamboat Springs is the place to celebrate Valentine's day, and now when you purchase two nights of lodging through ResortQuest you get one night FREE. Call (800) 795-8606 or visit http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/ to take advantage of this amazing offer.
Pull your loved ones heart strings this year by giving them this view on Valentine's Day!

Here's our top 10 ways to indulge in a romantic Valentine's weekend in Steamboat:
1.Indulge in candlelit finger food and fine wines at the Steamboat Orchestra’s Valentines Soiree
2.Soak your cares away at the Strawberry Park Natural Hot Springs
3.Ooh and Aah at the heart-shaped fireworks at the Steamboat Valentines torchlight parade
4.Take a romantic sleigh ride under the stars
5.Savor the tastes of Steamboat at one of our finest restaurants, such as Café Diva
6.Surprise your valentine with flowers in your condo, then snuggle-up fireside
7.Get a couples massage
8.Snowshoe to breathtaking Steamboat vistas
9.Try something new! Take an exhilarating dog sled tour
10.And don’t forget about indulging in luxurious Steamboat lodging!

Private outdoor Fireplace and hot tub at the Trappeur's Crossing Bear Lodge.

At ResortQuest Steamboat, we delight in making your vacation a memorable one. Come make this Valentine's day an unforgettable one!

ResortQuest Steamboat's "More For You Money" Ski Season Package

If you are a serious skier or rider, then you are serious about your snow. Therefore, you should know that the Steamboat Ski Resort is serving up some seriously epic snow conditions. On Monday January 26, the ski area reported over 3 feet of snow in 3 days - and it has been dumping ever since! In the past 24 hours we have received another 15 inches of snow. In total we have had over 20 feet of snow.

Today, not only will you get MORE SNOW for your money, but you will get more vacation for your vacation. What do we mean?

At ResortQuest Steamboat, we think you should get more out of a vacation. Our vacation rentals offer more space, more privacy, more amenities and more value for your vacation dollar. In short, more vacation in your vacation.

Futhermore, we are rolling out an epic deal: EVERY 3RD NIGHT FREE! That means you get one FREE night for every two paid nights. That’s right:

• Pay for two nights and receive one additional night free! (3 night stay)
• Pay for four nights and receive two additional nights free! (6 night stay)
• Pay for six nights and receive three additional nights free! (9 night stay)

It's time to taste Steamboat's famous Champagne Powder® Snow (there's plenty to go around!), and take advantage of a few more days on the slopes. Check-out our Steamboat Lodging Deals...

Steamboat Springs Orchestra presents Music of the Beatles

Steamboat Springs is certainly renowned for their Champagne Powder® snow, Winter Olympians and western heritage. Our town is lesser knowd for our exceptional cultural, musical and arts organizations. Of particular note is the Steamboat Springs Orchestra.

This January the Orchestra once again presenting their renowned concert, the Music of the Beatles with Jeans n' Classics.

• Sunday, Jan. 18, 4:00 PM - Steamboat High School
• Sunday, Jan. 18, 8:00 PM - Steamboat High School
• $35-$75 adults, $15 students 21 and under

This pops concert features the Toronto-based cover band Jeans n' Classics, which sells out across North America. This time they're backed by Steamboat Springs Orchestra in some amazing arrangements of all your favorite Beatles tunes. A great multi-generational concert for the whole family!

Steamboat Springs Orchestra is the only resident symphony in any major resort town in America. SSO's regular concert season runs early Fall through early Spring. Most concerts are held at the Steamboat Christian Center, which has outstanding acoustics and in which the orchestra is dramatically framed by picture window views of Mt. Werner.

Join the Steamboat Springs Orchestra, Jeans 'n Classics and ResortQuest Vacation Rentals for the Beatles concerts save of up to 40% off Steamboat lodging!

It's powder season in Steamboat! Save up to 40% of lodging!

The Steamboat Ski Area has incredible skiing across over the entire resort. We've already had several epic powder days, and there are many more on the way! Plus, the weeks ahead a packed with renowned events including the Steamboat Family Snow Festival, the hilarious Cowboy Downhill and the Winter Carnival. To top it off, you can save up to 40% off lodging when you stay with ResortQuest Steamboat.

Isn't it time you tasted Steamboat's famous Champagne Powder® snow!

Up to 40% Off Value Season Vacations!!

• Save 30% off Steamboat lodging for 3 or 4 night stays, 1/5/09 - 2/12/09
• Save 40% off Steamboat lodging for 5 night (or more!) stays, 1/5/09 - 2/12/09

Powder Season Sale:

• Save 25% off Steamboat lodging for 3 or 4 night stays, 2/13/09 - 3/29/09
• Save 30% off Steamboat lodging for 5 night (or more!) stays, 2/13/09 - 3/29/09

Spring Skiing Sale

• Save 20% off 2 nights or 30% off 3 night (or more!) stays 3/30 - 04/13/09.

ResortQuest's reservationists in Steamboat Springs can also book your entire ski vacation, including Steamboat flights, shuttle transfers, ski rentals and all of your Steamboat Springs activities.

Call ResortQuest Steamboat Vacation Rentals at (866) 634-9616, or book online. Simply "Check Availability" for the best available Steamboat lodging rates. The discounted rates will be automatically applied!

* TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Valid for new reservations only and cannot be combined with any other offers. Valid at select properties. Other restrictions may apply- call for details. Applicable fees and taxes apply.

Last Minute Sale! Save 50% off remaining Steamboat condos 12/12-01/04/09

The Steamboat Ski Resort is open, top-to-bottom; the snowflakes are blanketing Steamboat Springs; and ResortQuest has announced 50% off our remaining Steamboat condos for 3 or more night stays, 12/12-01/04/2009! There has NEVER been a better time to take a ski vacation. It's time to spoil your family with a white Christmas!

Check-out some of ResortQuest's featured vacation rentals that are available over the Christmas/New Year's holiday season: Featured Vacation Rentals...


Don't look past Trappeur's Crossing Resort's BRAND NEW Bear Lodge! These condos have just been completed and are available to vacationers for the first time this December. Some of these condos even feature PRIVATE HOT TUBS!

Bear Lodge condominiums are the ultimate in luxury accommodation. They are decorated in an elegant mountain style with fine furnishings from around the world. The grand living-rooms feature dining tables large enough for the entire family and a beautiful stone fireplace. The kitchens are outfitted with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances and kitchenware to make any gourmet feel at home. Fully integrated sound systems and flat screen TV/DVDs are standard throughout each room. All bathrooms have oiled rubbed-bronze fixtures and frameless glass shower doors, while the master bathrooms are appointed with double vanities and jetted bathtubs. Several condos additionally offer a spacious private patio with outdoor stone fireplace and your very own hot-tub. When the weather is warm, you can dine outside. Other amenities include complimentary in-room high-speed wireless Internet, jetted tubs baths, an in-room washer and dryer, private ski-lockers, central air conditioning and private heated underground parking.

Can't come this December? Check-out the other ResortQuest Steamboat vacation deals...

Budget Travel Magazine Names ResortQuest.com one of the best travel websites

The November 2008 issue of "Budget Travel Magazine" names http://www.resortquest.com/ a top Web site for Vacation Rentals.

Introduction to best sites article from Budget Travel Magazine:

The Best Sites to Search: Websites often feature owner-posted rentals alongside lodgings listed by management companies, hotels, and B&Bs. The sheer number of properties can be daunting. While the industry has little regulation—and fraud, though extremely rare, can occur—here are six trustworthy sites for listings from serious owners.

...and the reference to http://www.resortquest.com/

ResortQuest.com This is technically an international management company with exclusive access to 20,000 individually owned properties. The majority of listings are in 55 major resort areas in North America, which means the site is heavy on ski and beach vacation spots. For 30,000 more rentals throughout Europe, click over to ResortQuest's partner site interhomeusa.com.

Take ResortQuest Steamboat's 5 Second Website Test!

At ResortQuest Steamboat, we are constantly trying to improve our website. I stumbled across this fun tool tonight that asks people to complete a Five Second Test on our website. Help us out, and take the test - it will literally only take 5 seconds!

• Take the ResortQuest Steamboat 5 Second Test

The five second test is a simple usability test that helps you measure the effectiveness of your user interfaces.