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Travelers Rest, SC – Let Cherokee Valley play host to you and your family for a weekend or for a lifetime. Live an active lifestyle, complete with panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views, lush, green scenery, and upscale amenities. The community features lighted streets, paved county roads, public water and sewer, cable and electric service at-the-ready to offer modern living in a peaceful and bucolic setting. Enjoy the variety of activities available including golfing, swimming, biking, and hiking. Spend leisure time at the brand new Wellness Center, reinforcing the healthy, outdoor lifestyle offered at Cherokee Valley. Arouse each day to a spectacular setting in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains with resort-style living in a great four season tempered climate that offers 300 days of sunshine and average temperatures of 60-degrees. Cherokee Valley is an ideal retreat with plenty of options that encourage an active or laid-back lifestyle.

The long-range mountain views and golf-front (http://www.cherokeevalleysc.com/golf.html) real estate make Cherokee Valley the one-stop destination for exceptional outdoor living. This property’s vivid mountain backdrop complements its expertly designed championship golf course. The 18-hole championship golf course is a masterpiece to play with dramatic elevation changes, poising the Cherokee Valley golf course as a must play destination for any golf enthusiast! The dedicated staff and seasoned golf professionals at Cherokee Valley provide golfers with the opportunity to achieve their best golf game by utilizing advanced video swing analysis equipment, a driving range for demonstration and repetitious practice and nearby John Jacobs Golf Academy. The elegant clubhouse features an onsite restaurant for dining after a challenging round of golf or for a special evening with family. The pro-shop is sure to have the perfect sporting equipment to help improve a golfer’s game and a variety of stylish outfits to support recreational activities.

Low membership association dues allow indulgence in the latest exercise equipment and technology at the brand new, 4,000 square foot Wellness Center. The facility features state-of-the-art automated exercise equipment, a yoga and Pilate’s area and free weights, flat screen televisions that will add entertainment to a workout routine, and a lounge area for relaxation. After an invigorating workout relax in the men’s and women’s saunas or take in the tranquil surroundings from the front porch of your luxury home. The community fire pit will be the perfect evening gathering place to recount adventures of the day and enjoy the outdoor beauty of Cherokee Valley. Cherokee Valley is nestled in the foothills of the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, providing the perfect setting for relaxing by the resort-style swimming pool or participating in an invigorating match on one of the two lighted, competition clay tennis courts. Enjoy the picturesque landscape and pleasant weather conditions with a family picnic or fishing in the shimmering pond.

The nearby cities of Greenville (http://www.cherokeevalleysc.com/location.html), South Carolina and Asheville (http://www.cherokeevalleysc.com/location.html), North Carolina are just a short distance from the luxurious community of Cherokee Valley. Rated by Fortune Magazine as one of the Top 5 Great Places to Retire, Greenville, South Carolina is only a 25 minute drive from Cherokee Valley and offers culture, a local arts scene, plenty of shopping and sightseeing opportunities, along with over 600 restaurants. Explore nearby Asheville, North Carolina, where there are a number of live music venues including “Downtown After 5,” a monthly concert series that hosts both local and popular musical acts, featuring bluegrass bands and dance teams, as well as, informal jam sessions under the trees surrounding the County Courthouse. Asheville is also home to a large street performer community, which makes even the most leisurely of strolls through town a family adventure.

Guests can enjoy the ultimate in luxury by renting one of Cherokee Valley’s Southern-style cottages (http://www.cherokeevalleysc.com/rentals.html). Each cottage is equipped with four separate bed-and-bath suites, so there will be plenty of privacy and ample room for everyone. Spacious living areas provide the ideal backdrop for relaxing and entertaining, while classic southern porches offer panoramic views of the golf course and the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. These gorgeous cottage homes for rent are sure to make the time spent at Cherokee Valley memorable.

Waldorf Astoria® Golf Club will host the official East Coast qualifying event for the prestigious American Express Celebrity Golf Invitational, on Sept. 25, 2010.

This new event, held at the Rees Jones-designed Waldorf Astoria Golf Club in Orlando, will give participants an opportunity to compete for a chance to play in the popular California celebrity invitational, presented by Hilton Worldwide.

“We’re pleased to bring a qualifier for such an esteemed event to Orlando,” said Peter Kacheris, managing director of Waldorf Astoria Orlando. “In Los Angeles, the City of Hope event has become one of the hottest tickets in town for golfers and celebrities. We expect this new tournament to attract a similar following.”

The East Coast qualifier event will also benefit the Florida Hospital Cancer Institute in Orlando.

The one-day Orlando event will feature up to 100 golfers hosted by 25 celebrities in a shamble format. The experience includes overnight accommodations at the luxurious new Waldorf Astoria Orlando, in addition to the following special activities:

* A private golf clinic
* On-course prizes
* A Pro-Am gift bag
* An evening gala, with dinner and live entertainment
* A silent auction
* A live charity auction

Celebrity participants will be announced in September.

Proceeds for the Orlando qualifier and the California invitational benefit City of Hope, a research and treatment center dedicated to the prevention, treatment and cure of cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

The California event, now in its fifth year, is played at the famed Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California. A highlight of the tournament is the celebrity involvement and live concert. In 2009, Sugar Ray performed live.

Pricing for the Orlando qualifier event is $3,500 for a twosome and $6,000 for a foursome. To reserve a spot, golfers can call 310-612-6333.

About City of Hope

City of Hope is a leading research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. Designated as a Comprehensive Cancer Center, the highest honor bestowed by the National Cancer Institute, and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope’s research and treatment protocols advance care throughout the nation. City of Hope is located in Duarte, Calif., just northeast of Los Angeles, and is ranked as one of “America’s Best Hospitals” in cancer and urology by U.S.News & World Report. Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a pioneer in the fields of bone marrow transplantation and genetics.

About Waldorf Astoria Golf Club

The 7,108-yard Rees Jones designed championship golf course is the first and only Waldorf Astoria Golf Club, and was named Golf Digest’s 2009 best new public golf course. The course winds through a large wetland preserve and measures 7,108 yards with a Par 72, Slope 139, and 74.6 rating from its Professional Tees. Holes are visually arresting from tee to green and require intelligent management of the game. Bunkers are carved to be reminiscent of the hazards designed on courses a century ago. Majestic stands of pine and cypress trees line the fairways.

About Waldorf Astoria Orlando

An artful blend of comfort and modern elegance, Waldorf Astoria has redefined the Orlando vacation experience. The closest luxury resort to the gates of Disney® theme parks, Waldorf Astoria Orlando is nestled in a peaceful 482-acre nature preserve and conveniently accessed from inside Walt Disney World property. The hotel’s elegant setting includes fine resort amenities like the award-winning Waldorf Astoria Golf Club, the luxe Waldorf Astoria Spa by Guerlain®, and more than a dozen dining and lounge experiences, including an outpost of New York City’s famed Bull & Bear Steakhouse®. The hotel features 498 deluxe rooms and suites, and 28,000 square feet of exclusive flexible meeting space. An impeccable level of guest service is a nod to The Waldorf=Astoria in New York City, the hotel that set the standard for urbane sophistication. Deluxe guest rooms and suites feature sweeping vistas of Disney’s vacation kingdom and the Bonnet Creek nature preserve. For more information on the Waldorf Astoria Orlando, please call (407) 597-5500 or visit www.WaldorfAstoriaOrlando.com. For reservations, please call a travel professional, 1-800-HILTONS (455-8667) or book online at www.Hilton.com

Myrtle Beach, SC – As part of its 10-year anniversary, World Tour Golf Links announces a last minute special that can save golfers up to $76. Golfers who book tee times within 48 hours of playing can get an exceptional value this summer at World Tour Golf Links, an award-winning, public, 27-hole course in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

Green fees when booked through this last-minute special are only $69 per person, per day and include 27 holes of championship golf, use of a Club Car® golf cart equipped with Uplink GPS system, and a stunning 24″x36″ poster print featuring the famous holes at World Tour Golf.

To take advantage of this special, golfers must contact World Tour Golf at 877-377-7773 (toll free) or 843-236-2000 (local) and secure a tee time reservation starting within 48 hours. This special will be offered based on availability through September 29, 2010.

The 10-year-old World Tour Golf Links recreates 27 of the world’s most renowned and challenging golf layouts from 23 courses in six countries and 10 states. Its inspiration parallels the world’s most elite courses, such as Augusta National, the Seminole Club, Winged Foot, Oakmont, Pine Valley, St. Andrews, and Royal Melbourne. At World Tour Golf, players have a passport to some of the most famous golf holes in the world, all in a single day or weekend.

It is located near Highway 501 off of River Oaks Drive in Myrtle Beach, one of America’s favorite golf destinations. It is regarded for offering a private-club experience on a public golf course, most notably by its Ambassadors Program which offers golfers exceptional customer service.