WHO: Best Western Aku Tiki Inn, a newly renovated 132-room oceanfront hotel in Daytona Beach Shores, FL. Owned and operated by Staed Family Associates, longtime area hoteliers, the oceanfront property presents a distinct tropical style with just the right touch of �tiki� making it a pure Polynesian pleasure.

WHAT: Best Western Aku Tiki Inn has created three new vacation packages*, making it easier to enjoy a relaxing stay along Daytona�s quieter stretch of shoreline with plenty of recreational activities for the entire family.

Golfers Stay Two Play Two Guests can relax and enjoy two nights in an ocean view room, two rounds of golf with cart at LPGA International, and a golfer�s gift � all for just $234 per person.

Sunday through Thursday only. Golf confirmed at time of reservation. If LPGA is unavailable, other courses will be offered. Based on double occupancy. $206/person, April 17-30, 2005; $144/person Mary 1-26, 2005.

Beach Bunny Bonanza Families traveling over the Easter holiday will enjoy nightly rates from $119 for an ocean view room; $129 for ocean view efficiency or pool view and oceanfront room; and $139 for pool and ocean view efficiency. Weekend events include games, arts and crafts and a jellybean contest with the winner awarded a FREE two-night vacation stay.

Family Aquatic Adventure Guests can enjoy a three-night stay and admission to the Marine Science Center. Families can experience the Center�s 5,000-gallon artificial reef aquarium, sea turtle rehabilitation facility, and whale, mangrove and sea turtle exhibits. Nightly rates begin at $89 for an ocean view room; $99 for an ocean view efficiency or pool and ocean view room; and $109 for a pool and ocean view efficiency. Package includes admission to Marine Science Center for up to two adults and two children, based on room occupancy.

All guests can enjoy the renovated guest rooms featuring a refreshing island-style d�cor, added living space, new furniture and fine linens. The long list of amenities includes daily cocktail reception, fresh-baked cookies, morning newspaper and parking, and high-speed Internet access in every room. Guests also enjoy stunning ocean views, adorning tikis throughout and the indoor/ outdoor koi pond. Other features include the Trader�s Restaurant and Lounge, Daytona Beach�s largest all-tile heated pool, kiddie pool, table tennis and a large, grassy, oceanfront picnic area.

WHEN: Golf packages valid March 13-April 2, 2005; Easter holiday rates valid March 19-April 2, 2005; Family package valid April 18-May 26, 2005

WHY: Spring packages and rates make it easier for visitors to enjoy the best of the beach and more at the Best Western Aku Tiki Inn. Maintaining a two-star MOBILE and three-diamond AAA rating, Best Western Aku Tiki staff have won a well-deserved reputation for exceptional service and meticulously maintained accommodations.

Best Western AKu Tiki Inn is owned and operated by Staed Family Associates. Daytona Beach residents since 1960, members of the Staed family have been active in the hotel industry for nearly 60 years and are known for their boutique hotels that cater to families, golfers, corporate travel executives and seniors desiring the best of Daytona�s beach experience. At the peak of their ventures, they operated 11 hotels, making up 1,500 rooms in the Daytona Beach area. In addition to the Best Western Aku Tiki Inn, Staed Family Associates operates the Bahama House, also in Daytona Beach Shores.

RESERVATIONS: Best Western Aku Tiki Inn Toll free 800-258-8454 Direct 386-252-9631 www.bwakutiki.com

Media Contact: Gentry Baumline, Hayworth Creative Public Relations (386) 677-7000 or gentry@hayworthcreative.com

-Staed Hotels- *All packages and rates are subject to availability. Certain restrictions and blackout dates may apply.