IRVING, Texas (June 20, 2002)—Omni Hotels` “Ideal Escape” has rescued guests from the one-size-fits-all hotel packages by allowing them to create their own personalized mini-vacation packages with help from the concierge at any of Omni Hotels 40 destinations. Omni Hotels` new package gives guests a hassle free way to get what they want out of their vacation.

As part of the “Ideal Escape” 2-night package, guests also receive fifty percent off their second night and breakfast for two each morning when they book seven days in advance. Once the package is booked, guests will receive a call from the hotel`s concierge to discuss the customization of their “Ideal Escape” package. They can request transportation, children`s activities, tickets to a Broadway show or local jazz concert, spa treatments or dinner for two, just about whatever makes their escape ideal to them.

“An ideal escape is different for every one of our guests,” said Tom Chevins, senior vice president of sales and marketing for Omni Hotels. “Omni Hotels ‘Ideal Escape` provides guests with the value and service they need to tailor their own packages based on what they want in a travel experience.”

In today`s society, consumers have become accustom to getting things made-to-order. This trend, known as “mass customization,” has culminated in specialty coffee houses where everyone can have their cappuccino non-fat, decaf, regular or with a double shot all while ordering a custom-built PC online. A vacation package should be nothing less. With Omni Hotels strong service culture and ownership model, the company is able to provide this type of high-service package that requires one-on-one interaction with every guest.

The Ideal Escape promotion is available from June 21 to Sept. 2, 2002.

Sample rates for a 2-night package include: $156 for 2 nights at the Omni Austin Hotel at Southpark // $180 for 2 nights at the Omni Mandalay Hotel at Las Colinas // $298 for 2 nights at the Omni San Francisco Hotel // $328 for 2 nights at the Omni Parker House in Boston // $418 for 2 nights at the Omni Berkshire Place in New York

Families staying at Omni Hotels properties can also take advantage of the “Omni Kids” program, which provides children with an oversized goodie bag upon check-in and age appropriate rolling suitcases of toys, books and games they can checkout during their stay, as well as kid-friendly menus. Information on the program is available online at the company`s kids only Web site, www.OmniKidsRule.com.

Omni Hotels, based near Dallas in Irving, Texas, offers luxury accommodations at more than 40 hotels and resorts located throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico. Each property in the Omni Hotels portfolio provides guests with exceptional personalized service and exquisite décor, creating a distinctive experience at each location. Omni Hotels offers unsurpassed meeting facilities with a wide range of guest services and amenities including high speed Internet connectivity, wine tastings, gourmet dining, state-of-the-art fitness facilities and tours of local attractions. Through an aggressive expansion strategy, Omni Hotels is steadily entering new markets across North America. Guests can locate hotels, book accommodations or find out more about Omni Hotels by calling 1-800-THE-OMNI or accessing the company`s Web site at www.omnihotels.com.

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