Friday, October 23rd, 2009

This past week, Lin and I spent some time at Reynolds Plantation in Greensboro, Georgia with some fraternity brothers and their spouses. The golf was fabulous, especially the new Creek course, and it was great to catch up with old buddies. Two of my fraternity brothers reminded me that they had served in the Army National Guard during Vietnam and asked – were they were eligible to join Veterans Advantage? My answer was a resounding “yes!” Veterans Advantage is open to all who serve or have served their country in the military including Active, Veterans, National Guard, Reserve and their families.

Too often National Guard and Reserve forces are not recognized and acknowledged for their service. That is changing. As our friend from VetJobs, Ted Daywalt wrote recently in his publication Early Eagle:

“The total number currently on active duty from the Army National Guard and Army Reserve is 109,188; Navy Reserve, 6,405; Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve, 15,949; Marine Corps Reserve, 8,559; and the Coast Guard Reserve, 656. This brings the total National Guard and Reserve personnel who have been activated to 140,757, including both units and individual augmentees.” A cumulative roster of all National Guard and Reserve personnel who are currently activated may be found by clicking here.

With an eye on your benefits this week, here’s a timely offer – our special Dell discount program now includes some really cool designs. The baseball edition is definitely worth a look. Just pick your favorite team. Of course, I’m going with the Yanks.

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Friday, October 16th, 2009

Here’s one for your “Enhanced Veterans Advantage Benefits” file:

Our discount health club membership provider now includes 24 Hour Fitness gyms, one of the more popular club chains in the industry. Veterans Advantage members who start a new gym membership can now join 24 Hour Fitness with access to more than 380 premier clubs in 16 states, including in-demand “Signature” clubs co-branded with Lance Armstrong, Shaquille O’Neal, Andre Agassi and Magic Johnson.

With this announcement, 24-Hour Fitness is joining our growing list of leading providers available for Veterans Advantage discounts, including New York Sports Clubs, Gold’s and World Gyms, Bally’s, and so many of the smaller chains and clubs all across America. Stay fit and get a fitness discount on your monthly membership dues as a Veterans Advantage member today.

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Friday, October 9th, 2009

Earlier this year, when friend and HBO President Bill Nelson invited us to his private screening of “Taking Chance, “I didn’t know what an extraordinary movie it was. Starring this week’s VetFamily feature story, Kevin Bacon delivers a stunning performance as a Marine Corps colonel in this moving and important story of service and sacrifice. As the accolades on Kevin and the movie continue to roll in, “Chance” has become an instant war classic – Be sure to see it on HBO or buy the DVD.

Kevin’s father served in WWII, and as everyone knows, he has distinguished himself in dozens of movies, especially military dramas.

Our special renewal membership sale expires soon. You can add 36 more months to your membership at half price. If you’re adding family members, we’re including a free DVD of the World War II classic Saving Private Ryan, starring Tom Hanks. Renew today and save!

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Friday, October 2nd, 2009

We are marking the fifth anniversary of our exclusive partnership with Continental Airlines with some terrific news. Continental this week announced to our members a major announcement that combines our ongoing discount on flights with a major upgrade in Continental’s OnePass frequent traveler program.

Effective October 27, 2009, Continental plans to join Star Alliance. If you join Continental’s OnePass program beginning October 27th while redeeming your Veterans Advantage discount, you will also enjoy mileage earning opportunities on 24 major airlines and will be able to connect to over 950 cities all over the world.

There’s also a host of exciting changes to its OnePass frequent traveler program — including even fewer fees for Platinum Elite members, no more Saturday-night stay requirement for reward travel and 100% Elite Qualification Miles and Points earnings on any ticket regardless of where it was bought or issued.

Again, these all come in combination with your Veterans Advantage discount. Learn more aboutContinental Airlines and its online discount only for Veterans Advantage members.

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