Best Western Will Feature No. 99 NASCAR Busch Series Street Car in Rotary Valentines Day Parade

nascar pic 225.gif The Best Western Wakulla Inn & Suites brings the excitement of NASCAR home with a special showing of the Best Western No. 99 Busch Series Street Car on Saturday, February 9, 2008. The car will be featured in the Rotary Valentines Celebration Sweetheart Parade and will be at the celebration in Hudson Park until 3:00 p.m. for photo opportunities. NASCAR fans will have the chance to get up-close to a replica of the car to be driven by newcomer David Reutimann of Michael Waltrip Racing this season. The Best Western #99 Street Car is a Street-legal 2007 Toyota Camry. It is decaled just like the Best Western Car that was driven by David Reutimann of Michael Waltrip Racing in the Bashas' Supermarkets 200 at Phoenix International Raceway on April 20, 2007.

“As a member of the Best Western worldwide family, we are proud to serve as an Official Hotel of NASCAR,” said Best Western Wakulla Inn & Suites owners Anil & Mira Patel / Niraj & Bhaveshri Patel. “We encourage everyone to stop by and check out our No. 99 Street Car – and learn about the special offers and programs Best Western has for fans of one of North America’s fastest growing sports.”

Located at 3292 Coastal Highway, the Best Western Wakulla Inn & Suites features 57rooms, each with its own micro fridge, coffee maker, and iron/ironing board. The hotel also features a complimentary hot breakfast, outdoor pool, fitness room, high speed internet access, business center and conference room, and an outdoor gazebo. Guests can choose from either two queen beds or one king bed; some rooms even have whirlpools!

For reservations, contact the Best Western Wakulla Inn & Suites directly at (850)926-3737; call Best Western’s 24-hour, toll-free reservations number at 1-800-WESTERN; or visit www.bestwestern.com .

Best Western International was named the first-ever Official Hotel of NASCAR in 2004. This year, the company will also serve as an associate sponsor of the No. 55 NEXTEL Cup Car driven by Michael Waltrip. In addition, the hotel chain will be the primary sponsor of the No. 99 Busch Series Camry, featuring Reutimann behind the wheel, at Phoenix International Raceway on April 20. For all other Busch Series races in 2007, Best Western will serve as an associate sponsor of Reutimann and the No. 99 Car.

For customers, an exclusive benefit resulting from the NASCAR partnership is Speed Rewards -- a free, frequent guest program designed specifically for race enthusiasts. As members, individuals can earn valuable points which are redeemable for NASCAR-licensed merchandise including jackets, caps -- and race-related items such as Pro Scan headsets and gift certificates to the Richard Petty Driving Experience. Members can also earn free room nights anywhere in the world, as well as dining and shopping certificates.

More information on Best Western/NASCAR activities is available at www.bestwesternracing.com .

ABOUT BEST WESTERN INTERNATIONAL

Best Western International is THE WORLD'S LARGEST HOTEL CHAIN®, providing marketing, reservations and operational support to 4,200* independently owned and operated member hotels in 80* countries and territories worldwide. Founded in 1946, this iconic brand is host to approximately 400,000 worldwide guests each night. A pioneer within the industry, Best Western is recognized for its distinctive member-owned business model and diverse hotel portfolio. The company continues to innovate and enhance both the business and leisure travel experience. Since 2004, Best Western has served as the Official Hotel of NASCAR®. For more information or to make a reservation, please visit www.bestwestern.com.

*Numbers are approximate and can fluctuate.

This article originally published on February 2, 2008.