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QUAIL PARK LODGE EARNS 2012 TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE

Honored as a Highly Rated Hotel as Reviewed by Travelers on the World’s Largest Travel Site

Kanab, UT – June 14th, 2012 – QUAIL PARK LODGE today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award and is rated as one of the Top 5 rated properties in the state of Utah. The accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Approximately 10 percent of accommodations listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.

To qualify for the Certificate of Excellence, businesses must maintain an overall rating of four or higher, out of a possible five, as reviewed by travelers on TripAdvisor. Additional criteria include the volume of reviews received within the last 12 months.

“The Quail Park Lodge is pleased to receive a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence,” said Matt Walters, owner of Quail Park Lodge and principal of Grape Leaf Hospitality. “We strive to offer our customers a memorable experience and this accolade is evidence that our hard work is translating into positive traveler experiences in Kanab.”

“TripAdvisor is pleased to honor exceptional businesses for consistent excellence, as reviewed by travelers on the site,” said Christine Petersen, president of TripAdvisor for Business. “The Certificate of Excellence award gives highly rated establishments around the world the recognition they deserve. From exceptional accommodations in Beijing to remarkable restaurants in Boston, we want to applaud these businesses for offering TripAdvisor travelers a great customer experience.”

About Quail Park Lodge

The 13-room, boutique-style Quail Park Lodge offers guests and their four-pawed pals a complete vacation experience with:

A perfect, central location between the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks
Classic cruiser bicycles for touring downtown Kanab
An outdoor swimming pool and outdoor sunset deck for lounging and gathering with other guests
Fresh fruit, pastries and coffee each morning in the lobby
Complimentary computer, printer and internet access
Plush beds, hypoallergenic comforters, 300-thread count, triple-sheeted linens, and four pillows
In-room IPod/MP3 player docking stations, DVD/CD players, wireless internet connection, a refrigerator and a microwave
Spa-quality personal-care amenities and bathrobes
A dog-friendly policy

Quail Park Lodge, a member of Grape Leaf Hospitality, originally opened in 1963. Owner Matt Walters purchased this charming, roadside property in 2008 and oversaw a full remodel, which was completed in April of 2012. The remodel embraces Quail Park Lodge’s retro Americana, roadside-Lodge aesthetic while adding a full range of modern amenities.

Centrally located between the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park, Quail Park Lodge is the ideal getaway in picturesque southern Utah.

The Lodge is located at 125 North 300 West in Kanab, Utah.

For more information on Quail Park Lodge, visit quailparklodge.com or call (435) 215-1447.

About TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor® is the world's largest travel site, enabling travelers to plan and have the perfect trip. TripAdvisor offers trusted advice from real travelers and a wide variety of travel choices and planning features with seamless links to booking tools. TripAdvisor-branded sites make up the largest travel community in the world, with more than 50 million unique monthly visitors*, and over 60 million reviews and opinions. The sites operate in 30 countries worldwide, including China under daodao.com. TripAdvisor also includes TripAdvisor for Business, a dedicated division that provides the tourism industry access to TripAdvisor's millions of monthly visitors.

*Source: comScore Media Metrix for TripAdvisor Sites, Worldwide, January 2012

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