DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., November 12, 2008 – The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) today announces a new partnership with The Luggage Club that will offer reliable and secure shipping of luggage and clubs for LPGA members and fans alike. The Luggage Club (TLC) specializes in door-to-door pick-up and delivery service of luggage, golf clubs, skis, mobility-impaired equipment and business goods.
“Since the nature of our business requires LPGA members and their families, as well as staff and fans to log thousands of miles traveling each year, we are happy to offer The Luggage Club’s services and welcome them as a partner of the LPGA,” said LPGA Chief Marketing Officer Bill Susetka. “The Luggage Club’s worldwide service insures that our members and fans will always have an option for affordable and dependable luggage transfer in lieu of simply checking bags week-in and week-out.”
As part of its partnership with the LPGA, TLC will offer LPGA members, staff and fans a 15-percent discounted rate on all services. This will provide for a safe, reliable method of shipping their luggage, golf clubs and other packages around the world. TLChas the capabilities and experience to accommodate door-to-door luggage and goods delivery to more than 220 countries and territories located throughout North and South America, Africa, Asia, Australia and Europe. Given the global nature of the LPGA membership and schedule, this provides a seamless and easy option for transporting luggage and golf clubs for members’ multi-week and sometimes multi-month trips.
“We are extremely excited about our newest partner and proud to be associated with such a fine organization as the LPGA,” said Todd Kempinger, CEO of The Luggage Club. “Our luggage delivery service is a natural fit for the LPGA, and offers today’s travelers the peace-of-mind of knowing their bags and clubs are going to be safe and secure, and waiting for them when they arrive at their final travel destination.”
Members and fans can take advantage of the 15-percent discount by logging on to LPGA.com and clicking on The Luggage Club ad on the homepage.
About The Luggage Club
The Luggage Club (TLC) is the travel industry’s premier door-to-door luggage, golf clubs, skis, surfboard and goods delivery provider. With services available domestically and in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, TLC provides a complete range of specialized delivery services to make any travel process more stress-free in today’s travel environment. By having your luggage, golf clubs and goods shipped in advance, TLC provides an alternative to the hassles of airport transfers and airline fees while eliminating the risk of lost luggage through its arrival guarantee and premium insurance coverage. For additional information on The Luggage Club, please visit www.theluggageclub.com or call toll-free 877-231-5131.
About the Ladies Professional Golf Association
As the longest-running women’s professional sports organization in the world, the LPGA features a membership comprised of world-class LPGA Tour professionals and dedicated Teaching and Club Professionals (T&CP). Today’s LPGA Tour features the most talented global group of professional athletes competing in 37 events in 10 countries with total prize money of more than $64 million. In addition to its dynamic Tour members, nearly 1,200 certified LPGA T&CP members serve the golf industry in teaching, coaching and management positions, and oversee programs aimed at increasing the involvement of women, girls and youth in golf. The LPGA’s Vision is to inspire, empower, educate and entertain by showcasing the best golf professionals in the world. Its Mission is to be a leader in the world of sports, to promote economic empowerment for all members, and to serve as role models on and off the course. The LPGA is headquartered in Daytona Beach, Fla. For more information on the LPGA, log on to www.LPGA.com.
Contact:
Jason Taylor, LPGA; 386.274.6281, jason.taylor@lpga.com
