ExpressJet Airlines flies from Southern California to Tahoe slopes for under $150 each way LONG BEACH, Calif., Feb. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- For less than the average cost of a romantic Valentine's Day celebration, ExpressJet Airlines can sweep your sweetheart off his or her feet and fly them non-stop to some of America's favorite ski destinations. Daily non-stop flights to Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RTIA) make reaching Lake Tahoe's seven world-class ski resorts even easier from Long Beach, with ExpressJet Airlines tickets priced under $150 each way*. "ExpressJet Airlines now makes it possible to fly your Valentine to the ski slopes for less than the cost of two dozen fancy long-stemmed red roses, champagne, chocolates, and a romantic dinner for two at a gourmet restaurant," said Trish Winebrenner, Vice President - Marketing. Price comparisons based on: Moet & Chandon White Star Champagne: (retail) $ 79.99 Dinner for two: $ 75.00 Godiva Valentine's Day Fabric Heart Gift Box Large + Shipping & Handling: $ 105.00 ProFlowers Fancy Long-Stemmed Red Roses + Delivery Charge: $ 89.99 $ 324.98 "ExpressJet Airlines would like to help our customers give their true loves a romantic memory to last a lifetime," Trish Winebrenner said. Recently ranked by Orbitz as the number one ski destination in the U.S. for the 2007-08 winter season, Lake Tahoe climbed from the number three spot in 2006, based on gross hotel and vacation package bookings. Additionally, several Ski Lake Tahoe resorts were voted by top winter sports media and the public as some of the best destinations in North America. RTIA is close to the lifts, so travelers can ski or snowboard soon upon arrival. The RTIA provides a wide variety of regular shuttle services and transportation options making it easy to get around the lake. Members of JetSet(SM) **, ExpressJet Airlines' frequent flier program, also earn extra savings and bonus points when they rent vehicles with Avis or Budget. And, for after-ski relaxation, Reno boasts casinos and a variety of other entertainment options. "Every day, we continue to look for new ways to make travel more convenient and give travelers a better experience when they fly," said Trish Winebrenner. "And, we offer exceptional values in travel as standard operating procedure." "Long Beach has responded enthusiastically to the new ExpressJet Airlines service, and we look forward to offering more ways for our customers to save time and enjoy a more comfortable ride in our quiet and fuel-efficient, young fleet of jets." Tickets are available for purchase online at http://www.xjet.com/, by calling 888.958.XJET (9538), and through most travelers' preferred providers, including travel agents and online distributors. ExpressJet Airlines provides non-stop service to markets concentrated in the West, Midwest and Southeast regions of the United States. ExpressJet aircraft are quiet, fuel-efficient, and configured with no middle seat, assigning every passenger a seat on the aisle, window, or both. ExpressJet Airlines delivers an improved customer experience. In addition to the valet carry-on bag service, complimentary name-brand snacks and meals on longer flights, ExpressJet Airlines provides over 100 channels of free XM Satellite(R) Radio coupled with complimentary head sets at each seat, "beer for a buck" and an exclusive wine selection provided by Chameleon Cellars. ExpressJet Airlines offers a simple trip-based frequent flier program, JetSet, which rewards customers for how often they fly, not how far they go. ExpressJet Airlines is proud to serve other major carriers including Continental and Delta, offering approximately 1500 departures a day to 175 destinations in North America and the Caribbean. For more information, visit http://www.expressjet.com/. * Fares based on booking one week in advance, and do not include government fees and taxes. Prices may vary at your time of booking. ** JetSet member may be responsible for applicable taxes and fees. See terms and conditions on http://www.xjet.com/ for complete details. DATASOURCE: ExpressJet Holdings, Inc. CONTACT: Kristy Nicholas of ExpressJet Holdings, Inc., +1-832-353-3333 or 1-877-958-NEWS, Web site: http://www.expressjet.com/

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