Daily Service From Columbus, OH with 10 seats at $10* on every flight
Gulfport-Biloxi, MS January 10th – Skybus Airlines announced last month it will offer daily nonstop service between Columbus, Ohio and Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport (GPT). Flights began December 5, 2007 with Daily Non-Stop Service.
"Skybus’ decision to service the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport with these nonstop flights is a testament to the growing golf tourism industry along Mississippi’s booming ‘Golf Coast,'” says Kevin Drum, Executive Director of the Gulf Coast Golf Association. “There is no golf destination in the country that offers such value and the best golf course architects in the world combined with 30 miles of Gulf of Mexico coastline, 11 Casino Resorts, unprecedented Southern Hospitality and great seafood and cuisine.”
At least 10 seats will be available at $10* on every flight, every day. Tickets are on sale at www.skybus.com.
“Gulfport-Biloxi is a great destination for nonstop flights and full-size jets and our outrageously low fares,” said Josh Flyr, Skybus director of scheduling, at a news conference at Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport. “We think this will offer an attractive alternative to people traveling to and from the Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama Gulf Coast.”
“As a result of overwhelming community support, Skybus joins us in an exciting time on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The benefits to our region’s tourism and business will be tremendous,” said Frank Genzer, Chairman of the Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport Authority. “We sincerely thank Skybus for announcing service to our community and we look forward to a prosperous partnership.”
About Skybus:
Skybus, the next generation of low-fare airlines, provides nonstop service on full-size jets from its base in Columbus, Ohio, to cities throughout the United States. Skybus offers outrageously low fares – starting with at least 10 seats at $10* on every flight. www.skybus.com
About Mississippi’s “Golf Coast”:
Located on the Gulf of Mexico – the Biloxi, Gulfport, Bay St. Louis and Ocean Springs area is the ONLY destination that can offer golf from Nicklaus, Palmer, Love, Ross, McCumber, Pate, Fazio and many more along with a variety of experiences from Deep Sea Fishing. Seafood/Cuisine, Casino Gaming, Southern Hospitality and Coastal Charm to deliver “More Than A Golf Vacation.” In 2008 we will celebrate 100 years of golf tourism. www.GolfCoast.com.
About Gulfport Biloxi International Airport: 11 Non-Stop Flights – for more info go to www.FlyGPT.com
Contact:
Kevin Drum, Gulf Coast Golf Association, 228-374-GOLF ext 5, Kevin@GolfCoast.com
