Dec 1, 2009 - Charlestowne Hotels, Inc. has reached an agreement with Sea Trail Corporation to be the managing partner for onsite lodging, rental operations and the Village Activity Center. The Resort encompasses over 2,000 acres in Sunset Beach, which sits conveniently between the history and quaint shops of Wilmington, NC and the numerous entertainment and shopping venues of Myrtle Beach, SC. Sea Trail is the eighth property to be added to the portfolio in 2009 and coincides with Charlestowne Hotels’ quest to expand its presence in the Southeast.

In addition to luxury resort accommodations, the Sea Trail Convention Center, voted 2009 Best of the South by Meetings South, features 58,000 square feet of convention and event space. The Village Activity Center offers additional locations for social events and gatherings around the beautifully landscaped pool or inside in the Sunset Room. Guests may also enjoy the indoor pool, fitness center and spa treatments available there. Sea Trail also boasts three award winning golf courses by renowned designers Rees Jones, Willard Byrd and Dan Maples. The Oasis Pool Bar, Brassie’s Pub and Magnolias Restaurant provide a variety of dining options for guests as well.

"We are excited to partner with the owners of Sea Trail to enhance one of the premier vacation and meeting destinations in the Southeast," said Michael Tall, Senior Vice President. "We will be working not only with all of the onsite amenities, but also with attractions and golf courses in both North and South Carolina in an effort to provide the perfect vacation package or business retreat for our guests."

ABOUT CHARLESTOWNE HOTELS, INC.

Charlestowne Hotels, Inc. (formerly Charlestown Management Hotels) is a full-service hospitality management company offering innovative, yet proven, expertise in hotel development, operational controls, marketing and revenue management, and financial reporting. Founded in 1980 by Everett L. Smith Jr, Charlestowne Hotels has become one of the most successful firms in the hospitality industry, and one of the largest hotel management companies on the Southeast coast.

The company currently works with 24 properties which include the Anchorage Inn, Andrew Pinckney Inn, Best Western King Charles Inn, Best Western Sweetgrass Inn, French Quarter Inn, The Restoration on King, The HarbourView Inn, Holiday Inn Express Charleston, Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mt. Pleasant, North Charleston Inn, Shem Creek Inn, and the Sleep Inn – all of which are located in the Charleston, SC area, The Palms Hotel - Isle of Palms, SC, the Meridian Plaza - Myrtle Beach, SC, the Litchfield Inn – Pawleys Island, SC, The Inn at Claussens – Columbia, SC, Rhett House Inn - Beaufort, SC, the Hillwinds Inn, Ridgeway Inn and Village Inn - Blowing Rock, NC, The Esmeralda - Chimney Rock, NC, Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center – Sunset Beach, NC and Planters Inn and Hamilton-Turner Inn located in Savannah, GA.

Visit www.charlestownehotels.com for more information.

Jan 1, 2009 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center has named Bill White as their November Employee of the Month. The other nominees were: Janice Held, Alice Jones, Donna Rymarzick, Monnie Smith, Dolores Nichta and Anita Langin.

White started his employment at Sea Trail in July of 2006 in the Resort Maintenance Department. He has recently changed positions to the Grounds Maintenance Department. "Bill is reliable and polite to everyone he meets. He goes the extra mile to meet guests' needs and treats everyone with respect. He is a true pleasure to work with," states Norma Peters, administrative assistant at resort maintenance for Sea Trail. "He has a real knack for furniture repair. A rare talent that is difficult to find these days."

Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center recognizes those associates who hold exemplary work ethics and perform duties beyond their day-to-day tasks in its Employee of the Month program.

Dec 1, 2008 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center has named Georgia Bland as their October Employee of the Month. The other nominees were: Luther Lanning, Sue Moss, Marlene Hehnke, Bernarda Garcia and Jeff Gathings.

Bland started her employment at Sea Trail in April of 1991 as a Reservationist. Georgia has worn many hats at Sea Trail including Front Office, Waitress, Receptionist, Administrative Assistant, Assistant to Director of Real Estate Operations and finally to her present position as Assistant to the Property Manager.

"Georgia Bland is a remarkable employee for Sea Trail," said Chris Robertson, marketing manager for Sea Trail. "To find someone that works just as hard now as they did 17 years ago is exemplary. In an age where employee loyalty is scarce, Georgia is a true jewel. Her ability to shoulder numerous tasks at once is coupled beautifully with her ability to deal very well with the public at large. Her ability to remain calm and positive in any situation is truly an asset, and she unwaveringly accepts the large workloads she is given."

Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center recognizes those associates who hold exemplary work ethics and perform duties beyond their day-to-day tasks in its Employee of the Month program.

November 7, 2008, Sunset Beach, N.C. - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center, located in Sunset Beach, N.C., recently received the rank of a Top 50 Golf Resort from Golf World magazine. The award was announced October 15, 2008 and is based on readers' ballot results from over 21,000 golf course evaluations. Readers rated courses on 13 different performance criteria, according to a Golf World announcement.

"To be ranked so highly by such a large number of readers is an honor and a privilege," said Tom Plankers, president of golf at Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center. "This is the first-ever list of golf courses by Golf World, and it is truly an honor to have Sea Trail viewed as the best by players across the nation. We have great courses and amenities, and I hope readers who haven't played out courses will visit soon and see all we have to offer."

Sept 26, 2008 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center in Sunset Beach, N.C., has been named one of Meetings South magazine's "2008 Best of the South" in the September issue. This is the fourth year that Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center has received this honor.

One of the premier trade magazines for professional meeting planners, Meetings South describes its readers as "groomed in all things hospitality." Each year readers choose 15 meeting sites that consistently exceed their expectations.

Criteria for the awards include: quality of meeting space; guest rooms; guest services and amenities; food and beverage service; hi-tech services and equipment; recreational facilities and activities; the efficiency and helpfulness of staff; and overall value and experience.

"It is an honor to be recognized as one of the region's top facilities and to be listed with such a prestigious group of convention centers and resorts," said Donna Rabon, director of convention sales for Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center. "We have one of the largest convention centers on the North Carolina coast and we work hard to provide a high level of service to every group that visits us. Our 2,000-acre resort offers some of the finest amenities in the area, from three championship golf courses to a deluxe swim and fitness center with indoor and outdoor pools, whirlpools and a licensed massage therapist. We are the perfect resort for meeting and vacation needs."

Sept 3, 2008 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center has named Kevin Nobles as their July Employee of the Month. The other nominees were: Siobhan Webb, Robyne Matthews, Ginger Leggett, Janet Miller and Patti Dugan.

Nobles began work at Sea Trail in 2003. He started his employment with Sea Trail as a mechanic and in 2004 he became the lead mechanic in the Golf Maintenance Department.

"Kevin Nobles is an invaluable part of Sea Trail Corporation and has been an outstanding employee since the day he began working here," said Matt Owens, director of golf maintenance at Sea Trail Golf Resort and Convention Center. "He is involved in most every department in some form or fashion and can be counted on to help anyone at any time. His no-nonsense attitude and unmatched work ethic play a major role in the success of the golf maintenance department and the success of Sea Trail Corporation as well."

Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center recognizes those associates who hold exemplary work ethics and perform duties beyond their day-to-day tasks in its Employee of the Month program.

July 31, 2008 - The Jones course at Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center, located in Sunset Beach, N.C., was named one of the top 100 courses along the North Carolina coast by the North Carolina Golf Panel. The Panels rankings were reported in the April issue of Business North Carolina magazine in a special section spotlighting the states 100 best courses.

Sea Trail's Jones Course is ranked number 64 among the state's Top 100, making it a part of a prestigious list that includes Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club, the site of the 2006 U.S. Women's Open and the renowned Pinehurst No. 2.

"We are very excited to be included in Business North Carolina's Top 100 said Tom Plankers, President of Golf at Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center. Its important to us that our guests and members know Sea Trail is ranked with the best North Carolina has to offer. We make every effort to offer a great golf experience and it is gratifying to see that the panel members appreciate our effort.

The Jones Course debuted in spring 1990. Its namesake, Rees Jones, has earned the nickname The Open Doctor for his redesign of courses that were preparing to host major championships. He has remodeled seven U.S. Open venues, five PGA courses, three Ryder Cup sites, and one Walker Cup course. Jones, who is the son of the father of modern golf course architecture, Robert Trent Jones, skillfully applied his knowledge and experience in the design of his course at Sea Trail.

The Business North Carolina rankings are based on survey results from the North Carolina Golf Panel. Panel members can only vote on courses they have played.

July 30, 2008 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center has named Ralph Watson as their June Employee of the Month. The other nominees were: Frank Held, Derrick Luddley, Bonnie Cain, Peggy Barnett, Anita Langin, Paul Nacovsky, Jim Giroud, Herman Williams, Kathleen Johnson and Heidi Kohn.

Watson, who is originally from Durham, NC, began work at Sea Trail in 1991, working with heavy equipment in the Grounds Maintenance Department. In April 2000, he transferred to Procurement and Supply and works in the parts department to cut costs by competitive pricing and strict monitoring of parts and tool usage. Watson runs a tight ship, very organized and efficient, stated Billie Stout, human resources generalist at Sea Trail Golf Resort and Convention Center.

Ralph is one of the most diligent, committed people that I have ever worked with in regards to his job description and responsibilities, said Matt Owens, director of golf maintenance at Sea Trail Golf Resort and Convention Center. He comes to work every day with the same straight forward attitude and makes every decision based upon finding a way for our department to function in the most efficient manner possible.

Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center recognizes those associates who hold exemplary work ethics and perform duties beyond their day-to-day tasks in its Employee of the Month program.

July 30, 2008 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center meeting professional B.J. Stephens, was recently honored with two awards from the North Carolina Society of Government Meeting Professionals (NCSGMP). Stephens, convention sales manager at Sea Trail, was named Supplier Of The Year and also took home the Presidents Award during the group's annual board retreat held last month at Sea Trail Golf Resort and Convention Center.

This is a great accomplishment for B.J. especially considering this is her first year being involved within the organization, said Donna Rabon, director of sales at Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center. B.J. has proven to be a valuable asset to our team and we are very proud of her and her accomplishments.

SGMP is a non-profit professional organization involved in planning government meetings. It was established in October 1981 and currently includes 28 chapters and more than 3,500 members.

July 7, 2008 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center recognizes those associates who hold exemplary work ethics and perform duties beyond their day-to-day tasks in its Employee of the Month program. Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center has named Gina Montgomery as their May Employee of the Month at a celebratory function recognizing all nominees. The nominees were: Debi McGrath, Carmela Rosas, Latresa Lance, Gina Montgomery, Donna Rymarzick, Siobhan Webb, Konstantin Kostov, Theodore Johnson, Margaret Hooks, Jim Giroud, Jamie Gore, Petra Orozco and Lorraine Kazan.

Montgomery started working at Sea Trail as a switchboard operator in March 1998. In 2005, she took on the added responsibilities of a Guest Service Agent. In March of this year, she became a Front Desk Shift Leader. Her knowledge of Sea Trail has developed through her many years of service and experience at Sea Trail. She has the knowledge and ability to answer many questions from guests and co-workers. When times at Sea Trail have gotten extremely busy, she has taken on the responsibility of driving the shuttle bus. She has proven herself to be very versatile. And as Ann Williamson, front desk supervisor at Sea Trail notes, A friendly face at the front desk is always a great asset!

June 12, 2008 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center has been awarded the 2008 Pinnacle Award by Successful Meetings magazine. The award recognizes staff members at meeting sites who go above and beyond to impress the demanding clientele of meeting event, convention and incentive planners.

Rated on a ten-point scale in four different areas, Sea Trail and its staff earned this award for the high quality work put into assisting meeting event, convention and incentive planners.

“It's an honor to receive the Pinnacle Award from Successful Meetings magazine,” said Kimberley Johnston, director of resort operations at Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center. “Our staff works tirelessly to meet all the needs of our meeting and convention planners, and to be recognized by such a prestigious magazine really reinforces what meeting professionals across the country can expect when they hold an event here at Sea Trail.”

June 3, 2008 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center recognizes those associates who hold exemplary work ethics and perform duties beyond their day-to-day tasks in its Employee of the Month program. Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center has named Charles Ripple as their April Employee of the Month at a celebratory function recognizing all nominees. The nominees were: Charles Ripple, Latricia Campbell, Melody Melanson, Sue Moss, Shayne Nott, Susie Jolly, Michele Kelly, Marlene Hehnke, Georgia Bland, Janice Held, George Mann, Fermin Dominguez and Frank Held.

Ripple started at Sea Trail in 2001 in the Landscaping Department. He moved into the Grounds Maintenance Department in 2004. Although Ripple's job may be considered behind-the-scenes, it's hard not to overlook the beautiful results of all his hard work in the various annuals, perennials and azaleas around property.

“Charlie is an asset to Sea Trail, showing up to work each day with a smile on his face, ready to work,” said Mark Benton, assistant director of golf maintenance at Sea Trail. “Take a ride around the golf courses and you'll see what kind of an impact Charlie has made here with all the landscape plantings he manages. Without his hard work and dedication, it would be a challenge to keep these plantings in such great shape all the time.”

May 19, 2008 - Norma Peters is the Administrative Assistant for the Resort Maintenance and IT Departments at Sea Trail. Norma was selected from twelve Employees of the Month for 2007. The 2007 Employees of the Month were: January - Gerald "Smokey" Craver (Golf), February - Sameerah Thomas (Food & Beverage), March - Rosa Hill (Real Estate), April - Ignacia Hernandez (Housekeeping), May - Ray Purgason (Accounting), June - Latresa Lance (Long Term Reservations), July - Anne Jarvis (Convention Sales), August - Nicole Reid (Food & Beverage), September - Sue Kronberg (Golf), October - Ann Williamson (Front Desk), November - Norma Peters (Facilities Maintenance) and December - Mauricio Ferrer (Golf Maintenance).

Sea Trail is proud to have Norma Peters as our Employee of the Year,” said Bob Lank, director of facilities at Sea Trail. “Norma goes above and beyond expectations to get the job done. Her organizational skills have greatly helped our departments to streamline our work flow. Norma's willingness to always help out makes it a real pleasure to work with her. We are so glad she is a part of the Sea Trail Team."

Ravina Roberts, director of housekeeping/property manager at Sea Trail is the first recipient of the Manager of the Year Award from Sea Trail. “Ravina Roberts is the type of manager that comes to work every day to make a difference and she does,” said Kimberley Johnston, director of resort operations at Sea Trail. “The passion she shows towards Sea Trail and its success while balancing the very stressful day-to-day issues in her divisions is very admirable. Her consistent, professional and positive attitude and strong work ethic is one of the best I have ever seen. Ravina is a true asset to Sea Trail.”

May 2, 2008 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center recognizes those associates who hold exemplary work ethics and perform duties beyond their day-to-day tasks in its Employee of the Month program. Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center has named Tiffany Frink as their March Employee of the Month at a celebratory function recognizing all nominees. The nominees were: Tiffany Frink, Anita Langin, Lourdes Hernandez, Ginger Leggett, Pam Lysak, Latresa Lance, Alice Jones, Katlyne Thompson, Lisa Harris, Paul St. Pierre, Shayne Nott, Karen Peters, Marlene Hehnke, Eric Dominguez, Bill White, Kathy Nobles, Ray Gillis and Al Lodovichetti.

Tiffany Frink came to work for Sea Trail in April, 2004 as a Guest Service Agent at the Front Desk. Her excellent service skills and ability to accommodate the needs of guests results in frequent accolades from visitors.

“Congratulations to Tiffany Frink for a job well done,” said Ann Williamson, front office supervisor at Sea Trail, who appreciates Tiffany's enthusiasm and efforts towards keeping the Front Desk running smoothly. “She is very dependable and willing to help out when things are busy. She is very detail-oriented leaving notes as backup information telling when and why she has made changes. Tiffany is wonderful with new agents understanding that it takes time to get comfortable with their new position. The Front Desk is very happy to have her as a part of our team. Way to go Tiffany!”

April 28, 2008 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center recently received the “Best Of Brunswick County” Award from The Brunswick Beacon. The award was announced April 24, 2008 and is based on ballot results from readers of the weekly newspaper.

“It is very gratifying to be recognized as the county’s top golf facility by the readers of The Brunswick Beacon,” said Tom Plankers, president of golf at Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center. “This poll represents the opinions of those who know Brunswick County best and are most familiar with all of the great golf courses available here to play, so it is particularly gratifying to learn that they view Sea Trail as the best. We have great courses and accommodations and I hope those who haven’t experienced Sea Trail yet will visit soon.”

April 23, 2008 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center, located in Sunset Beach, N.C. hosted their inaugural Sea Trail Golf Writers Invitational Tournament April 4-6 at the resort’s Jones and Maples courses. Participants included 12 golf writers from across the United States and Canada.

Grant Hall of The Morning News Of Northwest Arkansas won the event, and Denis Messier, of La Tribune in Quebec, Canada was the tournament’s runner-up.

“We at Sea Trail were honored to host this invitational tournament and the great group of guys who participated in it,” said Tom Plankers president of golf at Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center. “We developed this event as a prelude to Augusta, a stop along the way for writers heading there for The Masters. It was an opportunity for them to enjoy the camaraderie of their fellow writers, as well as some friendly competition. They told us they had a lot of fun and they gathered a lot of information for a travel feature. It was a win-win for them and for Sea Trail, so we plan to build on its success next year and invite even more writers to participate.”

April 8, 2008 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center recognizes those associates who hold exemplary work ethics and perform duties beyond their day-to-day tasks in its Employee of the Month program. Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center has named Lisa Harris as their February Employee of the Month at a celebratory function recognizing all nominees. The nominees were: Lisa Harris, Debi McGrath, Bonnie Cain, Tammy Munoz, Tiffany Frink, Ann Williamson, Latresa Lance, Pam Lysak, Lou Whitener, Katlyne Thompson, Ernie Kitzman and Donna Piatek

Lisa joined Sea Trail in April of 2003 in the Food and Beverage department. She has been a server and is now a shift leader with Magnolias Fine Food & Spirits. James Zang, outlets manager at Sea Trail acknowledges the important role Lisa plays in the success of the restaurant, “What can I say about Mrs. Lisa Harris that hasn't been said already, but we here in the food and beverage department know how much she means to us and our customers. She is a key asset to our success. Thank you and congrats once again to Lisa Lacreasha Harris.”

March 14, 2008 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center in Sunset Beach, N.C. has announced Chef Robbie Nicolaisen as their new executive chef.

Nicolaisen won the 2007 National Recipe Award from starchefs.com, which is an award-winning online magazine for celebrity chefs. His career encompasses positions as executive chef for resorts such as Baywatch Resort and Conference Center in N. Myrtle Beach, S.C.; Charleston on the Beach – Holiday Inn in Folly Beach, S.C.; and Hilton Charleston Harbor Resort in Mt. Pleasant, S.C.

“We are excited to add Chef Nicolaisen to our resort as our executive chef,” said Nigel Cossey, director of food and beverage at Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center. “His ability to prepare exceptional dishes for large special events, as well as his array of experience will enhance the resort’s featured restaurant, Magnolias Fine Food and Spirits.”

Nicolaisen is a graduate of Johnson & Wales University in Charleston, S.C. where he received an AAS in Culinary Arts-Magna Cum Laude. He is a member of Chaine des Rotisseurs, a society that promotes culinary and hospitality arts through example, philanthropy and camaraderie.

January 18, 2008 - Sea Trail is offering two special packages in celebration of Valentine’s Day. Couples looking to enjoy the “Romantic Getaway” three night weekend package will begin their stay on Thursday (Valentine’s Day) with a special in-room gift and then enjoy a spectacular four-course meal with champagne at Magnolia’s Fine Food and Spirits, Sea Trail’s on-site gourmet restaurant. Accommodations will be in a one-bedroom villa and on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, guests will also enjoy a complimentary breakfast at Magnolias.

The “Romantic Getaway” weekend package is $595.00 based on double occupancy. Taxes and gratuities are included.

A “One-Night Romantic Getaway” package is also available. This package includes one-night accommodations in a one-bedroom villa on Valentine’s Day as well as a special four-course dinner for two with champagne at Magnolias. This package is $225.00 based on double occupancy. Taxes and gratuities are included.

“We’re providing a couple of different options to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year,” said Kimberley Johnston, director of resort operations for Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center. “With these options, our guests will have the flexibility to celebrate Valentine’s Day at whatever time best fits their schedule.”

December 12, 2007 - Sea Trail is hosting a masquerade ball December 31, 2007 beginning at 7:00 p.m. and ending at 1:00 a.m. Entertainment will be provided by popular area DJ, The Fireman.

Guests taking advantage of Sea Trail’s “Away From Home” Holiday Package can attend the masquerade ball, which includes a champagne reception and dinner buffet, for $75 per couple plus tax and gratuity. Those not staying at Sea Trail can also attend the ball for $100 per couple plus tax and gratuity.

“The masquerade ball is a fun and exciting way to ring in the New Year,” said, Kimberley Johnston, director of resort operations, at Sea Trail Resort & Convention Center. “We wanted to create something special for our guests who are away from home enjoying our Holiday Package, as well as others in the area looking for a creative way to celebrate the New Year. We think the masquerade ball is the perfect fit.”

To make reservations call 1-888-321-9061 ext 1186. More information is also available at www.seatrail.com.

December 10, 2007 - Guests at Sea Trail can enjoy one night in a mini-suite starting at $75 or one night in a one-bedroom villa starting at $100. Both packages are plus tax and based on double occupancy.

“The Holiday Package was created to give visitors a night off,” said Kimberley Johnston, director of resort operations at Sea Trail Resort & Convention Center. “With the hustle and bustle that surrounds the holiday season, we’re offering a chance to get away from the chaos and kick back in some beautiful surroundings.”

Participants who take advantage of Sea Trail’s Holiday Package can also attend a New Year’s masquerade ball for just $75 per couple. Those who are not staying at Sea Trail can attend the ball for $100 per couple. Both prices are plus tax and gratuity.

To make reservations call 1-888-321-9061. More information is also available at www.seatrail.com.

October 24, 2007 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center is offering two special Thanksgiving packages and a Thanksgiving brunch this holiday.

The Thanksgiving Day Brunch will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. and will include everything from Belgian Waffles and chef-created omelettes to traditional dishes, like carved turkey breast with cranberry relish and Chef Ron’s homemade meat lasagna. Assorted desserts will also be offered. Reservations are required. Cost is $24.95 plus tax and gratuity.

“Our brunch is perfect for people who want to enjoy a Thanksgiving with all the fixings but would like to avoid the stress that often comes with preparing the Thanksgiving meal,” said Nigel Cossey, director of food & beverage at Sea Trail. “We hope our relaxing and inviting atmosphere will make spending Thanksgiving at Sea Trail Resort & Convention Center a family tradition.”

Sea Trail is also offering two packages for the Thanksgiving holiday. The “ Thanks for Two” package is $240 and includes a two-night stay for two adults, discounted accommodations in a mini-suite and Thanksgiving brunch on Thanksgiving Day. The “Full of Thanks” package starts at $250 and includes reservations for two adults at the Thanksgiving Day brunch and discounted accommodations in a two-bedroom villa for one night. Additional nights can be added at discounted rates. Additional Thanksgiving brunch reservations for family and friends can also be added for $24.95 plus tax and gratuity.

Prices are good November 20-26. For more information or to make reservations call 1-866-410-5828.

Sea Trail Resort & Convention Center offers guests first-class service, and three courses of distinction. Golf rounds are not included in the packages, but can be arranged.

September 5, 2007Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center will host the 2007 Collegiate Golf Tournament on September 21^st through September 23^rd, 2007. This is the seventh year that Sea Trail is hosting the event.

Teams will participate in the three-day, 54-hole event, which will be played on The Jones Course and The Byrd Course. The field for the Collegiate Tournament is comprised of 22 men’s teams and 16 women’s teams from 23 colleges.

“We are delighted to be hosting the collegiate tournament again,” said Tom Plankers, President of Sea Trail Golf. “Our courses are in great condition for the competition.”

The 23 colleges include six from North Carolina, five from Virginia, two from South Carolina, two from Maryland, two from Florida and one team each from Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Delaware, Pennsylvania and Ohio. This year’s host college is Elon University in Elon, N.C. Other participating colleges include High Point University in High Point, N.C.; Gardener-Webb University in Boiling Springs, N.C.; University of South Carolina Upstate in Spartanburg, S.C.; James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Va.; Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio; and Stetson University in DeLand, Fla.

August 9, 2007 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center has promoted Chef Robert DeRosa from Chef de Cuisine to Executive Chef.

DeRosa is a graduate of The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, one of the most prestigious, intense and well recognized culinary schools in the world. He has served as an apprentice in the well-known French Equinox hotel in Manchester, Vt., Cobbs Mill Inn in Weston. Conn. and the Red Barn in Westport, Conn.

“We are pleased to name Chef DeRosa as our Executive Chef,” said Nigel Cossey, director of food and beverage at Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center. “His extreme passion and love for fine food, haute cuisine and fresh seafood coupled with fifteen years of experience in the industry has lead to his promotion within the ranks at Sea Trail.”

Chef DeRosa showcases his exclusive creations during specialty dinners and “Wines Of The World” wine dinners that are held at Sea Trail’s Magnolias Fine Food & Spirits. The newly renovated Magnolias is open to the public from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m. daily.

Before joining the Sea Trail staff, Chef DeRosa spent four years as Chef de Cuisine at the luxurious Sanderling Resort on the Outer Banks of North Carolina.

August 7, 2007 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center is offering a special “Labor Day Celebration Package” for August 31 through September 2, 2007. The resort’s close proximity to the attractions of Myrtle Beach, S.C. and the pristine beaches of Sunset Beach, as well as the abundant on-site amenities at Sea Trail, make it the perfect place to celebrate the official end of summer.

The package includes three nights accommodations in a spacious one-bedroom villa, unlimited free shuttle rides from Sea Trail to the beach, and a Sunday poolside party that includes two tickets for free drinks. Featuring live music, the poolside party will be held from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. During that time, an assortment of traditional picnic foods will be served, including barbequed chicken, grilled hamburgers and hot dogs, baked beans, corn on the cob, cole slaw, potato salad, pasta salad and watermelon.

The Labor Day Celebration Package is $69 per person per night, based on double occupancy and a minimum three-night stay. Space is limited and reservations will be accepted on a first-come first-serve basis.

June 12, 2007 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center is offering a “Celebration Package” July 2- July 6, 2007.

The “Celebration Package” includes three nights of accommodations, a poolside celebration on Wednesday, July 4th with live music and a cook out plus two drink tickets. Price is $625 for two people in a one-bedroom villa or $950 for four people in a two-bedroom villa. Tax is included.

Sea Trail also offers 54 holes of golf on three championship golf courses that were designed by some of the best-known names in golf — Dan Maples, Rees Jones and Willard Byrd. Tee times are available by calling (888) 229-5747.

In addition, Sea Trail offers a spa, exercise facility, fitness classes, group activities and swimming, as well as other on property activities. Also, guests may enjoy a hot stone massage from one of Sea Trail’s certified massage therapists.

“Celebrating the Fourth of July at Sea Trail has become a tradition for some of our guests, so we put together a package that makes it easy and affordable to celebrate Independence Day with family and friends at the beach,” said Dana Connelly, president of Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center. “This offers an opportunity to enjoy all the great amenities of Sea Trail, and our guests are just a few miles from spectacular fireworks displays at the Cherry Grove Pier in North Myrtle Beach or the nearby historic village of Southport.”

More information is available by calling (800) 624-6601.

June 1, 2007 - Sea Trail, located in Sunset Beach, N.C. is celebrating the grand opening of its newest community, The Townhomes on Eastwood Bluff. There will be a furnished model available for the exclusive tours, as well as special incentives to buyers. Space is limited so interested homebuyers need to RSVP by June 19, 2007 by calling 456-1339 or emailing realestate@seatrail.com.

Each maintenance-free three-level townhome will be at least 2,300 heated square feet and have a private elevator per home. Available views include fairways, ponds/lakes or pool/recreational areas. Each of the two available floor plans has three bedroom suites, a powder room (1/2 bath), fireplace, and granite countertops in the kitchen, crown moldings and hardwood floors. Every building will have four townhomes, each with a screened rear porch and an oversized single-car garage. Sea Trail will also waive the initiation fee for a golf membership at its three championship courses to buyers of The Townhomes on Eastwood Bluff.

“During this grand opening weekend only, buyers will have the opportunity to become one of the first homeowners in this distinctive community and also save thousands of dollars with developer’s incentives,” said Brian Griffin, director of real estate operations at Sea Trail. “These one-of-a-kind homes offer owners the finest in townhome living with excellent amenities in a safe, gated environment. ”

Homeowners at The Townhomes on Eastwood Bluff will have access to all of Sea Trail’s amenities including their own clubhouse, pool and playground.

Sea Trail also offers single-family homes, residential golf villas and resort villas on their 2,000-acre property.

May 30, 2007 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center is offering a vacation package for Father’s Day that will be available June 14 to June 19, 2007, starting at $540 including taxes and gratuities.

The “Father’s Day” package includes two nights accommodations for two people in a one-bedroom villa for $540 or a two-bedroom villa for four people for $875 and a four-course dinner on Father’s Day, June 16, 2007. Each course is paired with a carefully selected wine and includes a first course of roasted sweet shallot and walnut soup followed by courses of seared medallions of black grouper and stuffed pork loin chops. The final course for the meal will be white chocolate raspberry crème brulee.

Guests will also have access to golf on any of the resort’s three championship courses by Dan Maples, Rees Jones, and Willard Byrd; two upscale clubhouses; and Sea Trail’s newly - renovated on-site restaurant, Magnolia’s Fine Food & Spirits.

More information is available by calling (800) 624-6601

May 11, 2007 - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center is offering a “Celebration Package” May 25 – 28, 2007 for a Memorial Day weekend vacation.

The “Celebration Package” includes three nights of accommodations, a poolside celebration on Saturday, May 26 with live music and a cook out and two drink tickets. Price is $625 for two people in a one-bedroom villa or $950 for four people in a two-bedroom villa. Tax is included.

The 2000-acre property is just a short drive from the pristine beaches of Sunset Beach, N.C., and can be accessed by the complimentary shuttle Sea Trail offers to transport guests through the Sea Trail gates and across one of the last swing bridges on the east coast to the south-facing beach, Sunset Beach, N.C.

Sea Trail also offers 54 holes of golf on three championship golf courses that were designed by some of the best-known names in golf — Dan Maples, Rees Jones and Willard Byrd. Tee times are available by calling (888) 229-5747.

Additional nights can be added to this package.

More information is available by calling (800) 624-6601.

May 3, 2007 - The Mother’s Day Package includes two nights accommodations in a one or two bedroom villa based on double or quad occupancy and buffet breakfast each morning.

Those staying on the Mother’s Day package can also enjoy a complimentary brunch on Sunday, May 13. The public is also invited to the Mother’s Day brunch; the cost is $24.95 for adults and $12.50 for children ages six to 12. Children five and under are free. The special Mother’s Day brunch will be offered from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and the brunch will include a salad bar, carving station with London broil and roasted pork and entrees including chicken, flounder with lobster sauce, beef tenderloin or penne pasta with Tasso ham, Andouille sausage, corn, black beans and chipotle cream sauce and a dessert choice of strawberry shortcake, peach cobbler or assorted cakes and pies.

“May is the perfect time for mothers and their families to enjoy Sea Trail because there’s so much to do,” said Dana Connelly, president of Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center. “We have put together a package that is perfect for families looking to spend some quality time together. They can enjoy all the amenities Sea Trail has to offer including outdoor and indoor swimming pools, a beautiful Atlantic Ocean beach and three great golf courses.”