Coldwell Banker introduces International home search for iPhone and Blackberry

COLDWELL BANKER INTRODUCES INTERNATIONAL HOME SEARCH FOR
iPHONE AND BLACKBERRY

Listings in 28 Countries Now Available on Mobile Devices

- Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC announced today that international Coldwell Banker® real estate listings in 28 countries including Canada, Australia, Mexico, Italy, Aruba, and Colombia will now be accessible via a customized platform for iPhoneTM and BlackBerry® users.

When viewed on an iPhone, BlackBerry or other smartphone the Coldwell Banker flagship Web site, coldwellbanker.com has a different look and feel, along with navigation specifically tailored for optimal viewing the mobile device. This includes property listings search and home value estimator functions. When a user accesses the site through his or her handset, the Coldwell Banker Web site automatically recognizes that it is being accessed by a mobile device and will serve up that specialized interface. Users do not need to download any special software to benefit from this enhancement to the Coldwell Banker mobile technology.

"Now consumers in the home buying and selling process can easily search both domestically and internationally using their mobile devices," said Michael Fischer, senior vice president of marketing for Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. "Coldwell Banker will continue to find ways to blaze a trail with technology that provides consumers with listings anytime, anywhere."

Those looking for a home both domestically and internationally will be able to search for homes and utilize the brand's home value estimator. In addition, consumers will be able to enter specific search criteria such as city, state, price as well as optional filters including number of bedrooms and bathrooms. When a property is selected, users can view all of the specifications for that home and contact an agent directly.

WestJet takes a look at Northwest Florida

Here's another possible economic boost for the area.
Northwest Florida Regional Airport is reported to be close to being able to offer international flights early next year.
West Jet is considering adding service to the Northwest Florida area. Airport officials made the announcement during the Okaloosa County Snowbirds Expo, but West Jet wants to hear from the public feedback before agreeing to sing a contract.
The Northwest Florida Regional Airport booth stood out to many Canadians in town for the Snowbirds Expo. Travelers were anxious to find out why one of Canada's largest airline, West Jet, was featured at the booth.
Okaloosa County's airport director said discussions are underway with the air carrier to establish service to Valpariso by next year, but there's still a few loose ends.
Greg Donovan, Airport Director, said, "The logistics are there we just need to sell them on the details of what our market has in terms of customer demand." reported Alex Denis channel 7 from panama city news channel.
The airport has launched a new Web site called wewantwestjet.com. Airport officials hope to generate community support
Donovon says having international flights will tap into a market that will benefit business across the panhandle.
"If we can open that market up that economic impact would be amazing. Not just in terms of visitors and the commerce that they bring but also in the potential of selling real-estate as well."
If the WestJet deal goes through the airport's director, Greg Donovan says he's convinced this terminal will be busy year round with international travelers and some of the Canadians we spoke to said they'd buy a ticket.
Joan Deering, traveling from Canada, said, "I'd like to jump on a plane and come down or my family could come and visit me. It's a lot more convenient."
Jim Galea, also traveling from Canada, added, "It'll be nice to get a direct flight from Toronto, Canada to Ft. Walton Beach instead of making changes in between, because the older you get, the harder it is to make these changes."
Other Canadians say they think this change would bring more visitors year round.
Bernice Galea, traveling from Canada, said, "There's a lot more Canadians than Americans visiting the area I think, almost. They haven't discovered the beautiful things of northwest Florida."
Eglin Air Force Base officials have already confirmed the foreign airline WestJet to operate from Northwest Regional. Airport staff are also working with customs to require screens only take place in Toronto.

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Many visitors from Canada have discovered how wonderful the entire Gulf Coast region is for a vacation, a seasonal reprieve during winter, or even as a location for a second home. Our sugar white beaches, emerald waters, golf courses, resorts and entertainment are world class but traveling to our area has been hindered by the lack of direct air service to our northernmost neighbor. In fact, the entire region is lacking direct international air service - whether it is scheduled public charter or seasonal service - with the closest airports being Orlando (7 hour drive) or Atlanta (5 hour drive).

Management at the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) in conjunction with the Emerald Coast Tourist Development Council and Okaloosa County Economic Development Council are exploring possibilities of introducing direct commercial flights through Canada's leading high-value, low-fare airline - West Jet.

WestJet offers scheduled service to 51 destinations in Canada, the United States, Mexico and the Caribbean, with its fleet of 76 Boeing Next-Generation 737-series aircraft. The airline strives to offer guests a friendly, efficient and relaxing experience from time of booking to final destination and would be a perfect fit for the area. Non-stop air service to WestJet's primary hub in Toronto could be achieved someday if customer demand is strong enough.

To gauge community support and query potential passengers, this website has been established to provide an electronic survey and further details about this intriguing potential.

The economic benefits to our region are enormous as such a pioneering service would expand tourism beyond traditional "drive-in markets" while providing a much needed convenience for Canadian "Snowbirds" who need to check on home, have friends or family visit, handle medical appointments, or travel on short notice without driving.

Please consider participating in their campaign to show WestJet that possibilities exist in Northwest Florida.

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Hello World! Just wondering if anybody has ever been to my 'neck of the woods'? I am having the hardest time trying to find or organize a german network here, maybe it's the climate! I have high hopes that the New Year will bring about a new wind as far as that goes.

Pier Park Video

Stores at Pier Park currently open

Stores currently open includes the following:

Anchors
Borders
Dillard's
JCPenney
Margaritaville
Old Navy
Ron Jon Surf Shop
Target
The Grand 16 Theatres

Specialty Shops
A.M. Cafe Accessories On The Boardwalk
Aeropostale
Alltel Wireless
American Eagle Outfitters
Ann Taylor Loft
Aqua Gallery
As Seen On TV & More
Ava Blue Boutique
Back Porch Seafood & Oyster House
Baja Grille
Bath & Body Works
Beach Scene
BeBo'z
Bellies & Babies
Blender Clothing, a fusion boutique
Bootleg Barbeque
Buffalo Wild Wings
Caché
Camille's Sidewalk Café
Candy Maker
Carlyle & Co.
Carter's Clothing
Chico's
Claire's
Coldwater Creek
Cost Cutters
Counts Oakes Resort Properties
Déjà vu
Del Sol
Emerald Coast Photography
Fish Tales
Five Guys Famous Hamburgers & Fries
Footprints Coastal Decor
GameStop
GNC
Great American Cookies \ PretzelMaker
Guglielmo's Italian Restaurant
Hana Japan
Hofbrau Beer Garden
Hollister Co.
Jake at the Beach (Life is Good)
Jos. A. Bank
Journeys
Justice
Kay Jewelers
Kilwin's Chocolates & Ice Cream
Lane Bryant/Cacique
Lids
LongHorn Steakhouse
Marble Slab Creamery
Massage Envy
Maurices
Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio
Mermaid Trading Co.
Motherhood Maternity
Nails So Happy
New York & Company
No Regrets Stationery and Gifts
Olive Garden
PacSun
Paint'n Place
Panera Bread
Paradise Found
Payless ShoesSource
Peace Frogs
Perfumania
Popcorn Kingdom
Quizno's Sub
Rack Room Shoes
Red Brick Pizza
Reggae J's Island Grill
Regions Bank
Rocky's South Philly Cheesesteaks
Runway Collection
Shimmering Seas Jewelry and Gifts
Solace Day Spa & Salon
Southern Waters Outfitters
Starbucks
Sunglass World
Sunsights by Solstice
Tatoe Tots
The Eye Gallery
The Walking Company
Tilly's
Tootsies Orchid Lounge
Trader Tom's
Tran Fashion
Ulta Beauty
Unique Boutique by Irene & Co.
Verizon
Victoria's Secret
Yankee Candle
Zales

Pier Park

About Pier Park
Located in the heart of Panama City Beach, Pier Park is destined to become the region's premier shopping address. Developed by Simon Property Group and comprising nearly 900,000 square feet, the open-air regional lifestyle center is anchored by Borders, Dillard's, JCPenney, Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville, Old Navy, Ron Jon Surf Shop, Target and The Grand 16 Theatres. Pier Park is also comprised of fashion and specialty retailers, including exciting new-to-market choices such as Ann Taylor Loft, Caché, Chico's, Coldwater Creek, Hollister Co., Jos. A. Bank, Lane Bryant and Ulta Beauty. In addition, the center embraces many unique dining options such as Hofbrau Beer Garden, Back Porch Seafood & Oyster House, Bootleg Barbeque, Five Guys Burgers and Fries, Longhorn Steakhouse, Panera Bread, Reggae J's Island Grill, Tootsies Orchid Lounge and many more. Shoppers can also enjoy movies at The Grand 16 Theatres, which features stadium seating, digital sound, advance ticketing over the Internet, three concession areas, a specialty café and game room.

Pier Park Welcomes Baja Grille, Carter's Clothing, Déjà-vu, Journeys, Lids and Shimmering Seas Jewelry and Gifts

Opened at Pier Park, the 900,000-square-foot retail and entertainment lifestyle center located on 93 acres that covers land from Front Beach Road (at the City Pier) to the heavily traveled Highway 98 (Back Beach Road).

Pier Park, which boasts eight anchors and nearly 100 retailers currently open, is continuously expanding to offer the Emerald Coast and tourists a more enhanced shopping experience.

Tenants that have debuted in the last two months include the following:

• Baja Grille


• Carter's Clothing


• Déjà-vu


• Journeys


• Lids


• Shimmering Seas Jewelry and Gifts

Baja Grille's concept revolves around fresh, contemporary and consistently outstanding Southwestern, Cajun, Caribbean and American cuisines - a unique combination along with outstanding service, fine wines and tempting desserts all served in a stylish, high-energy Tropical design atmosphere. Baja Grille opens today, October 6.

"We are pleased to be part of Simon's Pier Park," said K. Soliman, a senior executive and founder of Baja Grille. "The welcoming neighbors and friendly customers always make us feel right at home; everyday welcomes a new face and brings back a familiar one."

Carter's Clothing opened its doors on August 27, 2008. Carter's Clothing offers clothing for children from newborn through size seven including baby sleepwear, play-clothes and accessories. Carter's offers trusted products that are super comfy, easy care, adorable and don't break the bank. Carter's has around 200 stores in the United States.

Déjà-vu offers the trendiest, quality merchandise with affordable specialty store prices, combined with one-of-a-kind customer service. Déjà-vu opened for shoppers at Pier Park on August 22, 2008.

Stephanie Nichols, owner of Deja-vu, said, "Pier Park has been Fabulous! It has gone above and beyond my expectations."

Journeys is a destination retailer for footwear and accessories for the teen market. Journeys caters to a diverse, young, hip market in search of footwear that expresses its attitudes and lifestyles. Brands sold at Journeys include: Dr. Martens, Converse, Lugs, Steve Madden, Timberland, Vans, Diesel, Adidas, Candie's, GBX and more. Journey's opened at Pier Park on September 22, 2008.

Lids, which opened at Pier Park on September 19, 2008, is the world's largest retailer specializing in the sale of officially licensed and branded headwear. Every store offers a vast assortment of college, MLB, NBA, NFL and NHL teams, as well as other specialty fashion categories all in the latest styles and colors.

Shimmering Seas Jewelry and Gifts offers jewelry and gifts, specializing in exotic jewelry creations. Shoppers can find a variety of elegant sterling, gold, pearls, diamonds and much more. Shimmering Seas Jewelry and Gifts opened on August 25, 2008.

"We opened our store in late August during tropical storm Fay, and despite the many hurricane scares that week, we still had many excited customers in and out of the store," said Laurie Olshefski, owner of Shimmering Seas Jewelry and Gifts and Jake At The Beach (Life is Good Shoppe). "We anticipate great things for the holidays in Pier Park. We have been busy ordering and stocking our stores with wonderful gift items."

iPhone video

Blackberry video

Coldwell Banker now on your blackberry

Coldwellbanker.com on Blackberry devices - Sales Associate BenefitsGives consumers access to listings anytime and anywhere through their BlackberryMobile version of the site provides an unique browsing experience that no other national real estate brand hasAnother way to position yourself as being part of a cutting edge real estate brandEnhances the distributed listings strategyOffers not just the ability to search for listings, but our very popular home value estimator toolNothing to install, consumers can just open their Blackberry browser to coldwellbanker.com and immediately start searching the site Quick access to contact you, as consumers can click to call or email you directly from your listings' detail page

Coldwell Banker and IDX

IDX - Giving You a Competitive EdgeThe Coldwell Banker® brand continues to score better than any other real estate brand in the Nielsen Net Ratings report. Enhancements to coldwellbanker.com, which includes industry-first iPhone and Blackberry interfaces and IDX, are propelling the brand's flagship site to new heights. Michael Fischer, senior vice president, marketing for Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC,

Coldwell banker on the smartphones

Coldwell Banker International Business Conference in Orlando, Florida. Real estate agents armed with Sprint Palm® CentroTM smartphones learned how to stay connected to the resources, information, and people they need at every stage of the deal, thanks to Palm, Inc.According to Palm's Craig Tellalian, strategic account manager at Palm, is demonstrating how real estate professionals can:Use the Palm Centro to gain a competitive edge, attract clients, gain listings and speed valuable closings;Stay mobile with wireless access to email (corporate and personal), the Web, contacts, calendar and phone functionality;Utilize Centro's latest productivity enhancing real estate applications like GE Supra eKey, which allows agents to open and program their own iBoxesTM and Mortgage Calc, which allows agents to calculate complex mortgage payments, including mortgage insurance, estimated property tax and home insurance.Tellalian is speaking on two sessions at the conference:Palm® CentroTM Smartphone 101 Hands-on training (Basic)Discover how this all-in-one phone, camera, email, text-messaging and Web device saves you money, enhances your safety and most of all helps you have more fun. We'll show you how your Centro can:Connect to your laptop for accessing the Internet from the road at broadband-like speeds.Get driving directions using GoogleTM MapsView and edit MS Word documents and Excel spreadsheetsImprove safety on the road by using your voice to create and sendemails or text messagesIncludes Google Maps for Mobile application - for turn by turn directions and location searches.Capture pictures or live video and send them to your broker or clients over the air.Play music or podcasts.Close More deals With Palm® CentroTM as your Partner (Advanced)In the Advanced Session, agents will learn how to stay connected to the resources, information and people they need at every stage of the deal with the Sprint Palm Centro smartphone. They will be shown how to enhance the Centro to gain a competitive edge, attract clients, gain listings, and speed valuable closings.I think it's pretty cool that the Centro can be used as such an important tool by real estate agents. If I was a real estate agent, I'd be happy to use my Palm smartphone as a helpful tool.