We are focusing on one place in particular this positing that was found up in Seattle, WA. This would be a great stop for your and your loved on this Valentine’s Day…get out, explore and enjoy!

Pike Place Market in Seattle is a operating farmer’s market that has been around for more than a 100 years. Founded in 1907 on August 17^th, this has been a place for farmers, craftsmen and merchants to share their wares with willing customers who swarm over the fresh produce. There are also handmade crafts and other interesting artifacts that one gets to see as one walks along this market that overlooks the Elliott Bay waterfront. The location and the variety that the marketplace presents, makes it a unique shopping, dining and entertainment experience.

Main Attractions in Pike Place Market, Seattle

One of the most popular attractions of the Pike Place Market is the Pike Place Fish Market where you can literally see flying fish as the employees toss large salmons and other fish to each other for preparation as the order is placed.

You might also want to check out the first Starbucks Coffee Store that was founded in 1971. While it was located at 2000 Western Avenue initially, it was moved to 1912 Pike Place in 1977. But it has been operational in this location ever since.

While you are in the Pike Place market, make sure that you check out the unofficial mascot of the place – a 550 pound bronze piggy bank. The mascot is called Rachael and was designed by local artist Georgia Gerber. The mascot is also used for the theme for the Pigs on Parade that was first held in 2001.

As you take a closer look at the wares and the crafts, do not miss out on the street entertainers. Pike place Market is known for its buskers. Some of the performers here have even received acknowledgement and fame.

Do not forget to pick some delectable handmade cheese from the Beecher’s Handmade Cheese shop or take back some Balsamic Vinegar from the DeLaurenti Specialty Food & Wine place. The flower market and the fruits place provide a range that you would never have seen before in one place. Dilettante Chocolates in First Avenue is also a must visit for some awesome truffles and chocolate sauces.

Pike Place Market, Seattle: When to Go

The Pike Place Market is open every day of the week. It operates between 10am and 6pm from Monday to Saturday and between 11am to 5pm on Sundays. On some summer days when the farming season is in full swing, the markets open early at around 8am. How about this Valentine’s Day to take your sweetie! And don’t forget Fox – Seattle is the perfect place to pick up your ride to get there!

Fox Marketing Department and IT department has big news!  We are happy to share the launch of the FOX Mobile Website.  The mobile website will be available to the public and travelers everywhere. Here are a few things customers can now look forward to…

• Expedited and instant access to their Reservations, Rewards and Deals with their smart phones and devices
• Simpler reservation process via the Mobile Website
• A user friendly process for convenient bookings
• View and edit reservations in location
• A built in connection to the GPS maps function on your mobile devices
• Keeping the car longer? No problem, just extend the rental over the Mobile Website.

A large portion of www.foxrentacar.com website  visitors are coming from mobile and tablet devices; such as iPhones, iPads, tablets, androids, BlackBerrys, etc. Within expansion and growth our primary goals are to remain true to what FOX stands for. The new Mobile Website does just that. Supporting and advancing Fast, Outstanding and Xcellent service from Fox. If you would like to check out the new mobile website please visit www.foxrentacar.com from your mobile device and you will be automatically redirected to the new streamlined mobile interface.

As the holiday season fast approaches holiday travel is drawing ever closer. Over the next few weeks look for things to keep you and your family occupied whether it be in a road trip…flight…or what ever other means of travel we may come across! If you have suggestions please send them in! Customer feed back and stories are something we value and love to share. When December kicks off Fox will play host to a photo and holiday photo contest! Details to come soon…keep in mind…activities, decorations, family and travel are the themes. Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving and are ready to start the count down to 2013…a new year full of new possibility, travel and exciting news from Fox.

Brooke and her husband Sonny Jensen were the winner of our 4th of July Giveaway weekend with a free rental from Fox and a weekend stay at Strawberry Creek Inn B&B. Check out our Facebook page for the great photos she sent in to Fox! Yesterday Brooke sent in this letter to Fox about her trip…Thank you for sharing Brooke and it looks like Fox and Strawberry Creek B&B are the way to vacation! Check out both websites when looking to plan your next get away…Fox Rent A Car and Strawberry Creek Inn B&B.

Dear Fox and Strawberry Creek Inn,

Thanks to Fox Rent A Car and Strawberry Creek Inn for an amazing weekend getaway! My surprise quickly turned into delight as we began our trip at Fox Rent A Car. Not only was the staff friendly and attentive, but I was amazed at how quick the rental process was. To make sure our weekend stared off right, we were given a 2012 Ford Mustang Convertible. The car was the perfect fit for the warm summer drive through the mountains!

After our beautiful drive up the mountainside we arrived at Strawberry Creek Inn. This Bed and Breakfast made for the perfect combination of relaxation, gorgeous scenery, and delicious food! We were greeted by Rodney, the chef and part owner of the Inn. The main room at the Inn could not have been more welcoming. There was fresh coffee and tea, and plenty of places to sit and relax or enjoy a good book. There was also plenty of information on several activities, festivals, and hikes. We grabbed a map of the town and headed to our room to plan our adventures for the stay.

We got the pleasure of staying in the Ponderosa Room, otherwise known as The Cottage. What a treat! This is a two story cottage that sleeps up to four. Downstairs boasts a full kitchen complete with all you would need to prepare a home cooked meal. Off the kitchen sits a beautiful dining room enclosed with windows so as not to deter from the trees and the creek. Off to the side of the dining room was a covered patio with a stunning view of the woods. (This ended up being our favorite place to have coffee in the morning.) There was also a large deck, complete with a table that would be perfect for outdoor dining or playing games. The living room was cozy and spacious with a fireplace and a Queen sized Murphy bed and bathroom. Upstairs felt like its own little retreat with a King sized bed and a Jacuzzi tub! The Cottage was the perfect place for a couple, but it definitely felt like the fabulous place to bring our children for a great family weekend.

Rodney and Ian were the perfect hosts! Coffee, tea, and breakfast were served each morning and appetizers were served each evening. The breakfast was absolutely delicious! Rodney prepares fresh, organic meals that cater to guests dietary needs. The evening appetizers were so satisfying that they could easily turn into dinner if you are not careful. To top it off, or Sunday breakfast was prepared by none other than Season 3 Next Food Network Star winner Amy Finley, who was staying at Strawberry Creek Inn!!

Perhaps one of the neatest parts about staying at the Inn was its great location. A short walk along Strawberry Creek drops you into the quaint, artsy town of Idyllwild. We did some shopping and ate at some amazing restaurants. Ian graciously made us reservations for the acclaimed Café Aroma where we enjoyed delicious food, great art, and live music.
Needless to say, we did not want to leave. Strawberry Creek Inn Bed and Breakfast will now be a new family staple!
Even though we did not want to return our beautiful convertible, Fox Rent A Car made the experience extra special for us!
We could not be more grateful to both Fox Rent A Car and Strawberry Creek Inn for such a wonderful weekend!

Sincerely,
Brooke and Sonny Jensen

Fox Rent A Car has one of the most rewarding programs in the car rental Industry! But don’t forget to check out the fine print for all the specifics of the program. Check out this step by step process on how to earn points on your next rental!

1. Sign Up!
• You can find the link on foxrentacar.com in the upper right hand corner…it will say “Member Login”. From this page you can find the New to Fox rewards – Learn More Button.

2. This page outlines the Rewards program in’s and out’s

• Only rentals from Corporate locations earn points…these corporate locations are marked and can be found at…Fox Rewards Page
• When a reservation is booked through Fox’s directly – meaning through the website foxrentacar.com or over phone points are earned
• 4 points are earned for every dollar (Before taxes, insurance and other extras)
• Once you have begun to earn your points you can redeem them in two different ways!

3. Option Number 1 – FoxBucks!

• Redeem your points for FoxBucks to pay for your car rental with Fox Rent A Car. You can redeem your FoxBucks through the Fox web site.
• Whenever a Fox Rewards Member makes a reservation, they are shown the total points they have earned so far, and how much these points are worth in FoxBucks. They can redeem their FoxBucks for their rental and get immediate savings.
• Remember you can earn unlimited points! And as a point of reference check out the Fox website Rewards Page to see how many points earn you dollars off your rental.

4. Option Number 2 –

• Fox selected GiftCertificates.com™ for its rewards program to bring you valuable SuperCertificates. A SuperCertificate from GiftCertificates.com lets you choose original gift certificates from hundreds of your favorite stores, restaurants, airlines, hotels, spas, and theaters including Bath & Body Works, Macy’s, Hollywood Video® and many others.
• Log into your Fox Rewards account and check your total points. You will be given the option to exchange these points for a SuperCertificate. You will receive a SuperCertificate from GiftCertificates.com within 48 hours by email. (Please allow 2 additonal days to any car rental returned on a weekend.) Your SuperCertificate is easy to exchange for a merchant gift certificate.
• The easy steps and what point amounts mean in terms of dollar values can be found at the same link to Fox Rewards Page

Questions with the rewards program and points can be emailed to rewards@foxrentacar.com and someone will be in touch with you shortly. Points are unlimited! Make sure and sign up to begin earning today!

As the USA gets ready to dawn its Red, White and Blue for Independence Day, the history and story behind such an important day in American culture always outshines the little details. Test yourself and see if you know these facts about America’s Birthday…

• May 1776
Delegates were sent to the second continental congress. Finally after it was realized England would not change in June 1776 the plans for a Declaration of Independence began to take shape.

• June 28, 1776
Thomas Jefferson presents the 1st draft of the Declaration to congress. Fun Fact  The committee that wrote the Declaration included… John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Philip Livingston and Roger Sherman

• May/June 1776
During these months Betsy Ross sewed the 1st American Flag for the Congressional Congress.

• July 8, 1776
The first day Independence Day was actually celebrated in Philadelphia. Also the day the liberty bell rang from Independence Hall.

• July 14, 1776
The National Flag was adopted and defined to signify the original 13 colonies.

These were but a few of the monumental events that shaped America into the country it is today. Tomorrow millions of Americans will celebrate Independence day across the country. Tradition has become a major part of American life…what are your 4th of July traditions? Share with us below…

Gas prices are like those pesky beach balls you see all at all the California Beach’s…bouncing higher and lower on a daily basis. How do we get the most out of each tank? What are tips to keep fuel effiency up and my wallet a bit fuller as well? Follow these 10 tips to safe gas will help you get a better gas mileage while saving money in the process…

Maintenance is key…
A car just like every well-oiled machine needs a tune up every now and then. In other words it needs to be taken care of. Simple things like an oil change are quick and easy. Try and remember every 3,000 miles change the oil…this helps not only keep the engine at top efficiency but you from having to worry down the road. Just like in a house, the air filter of a car is important! The more grime and build up the harder the car has to work to push the air through the filter…meaning more gas! The filter can be cheap and easy to change. These and numerous other quick maintenance tips can keep you at peak performance.

It’s summer sunny and time to roll down those windows!
Roll down your windows when the heat is bearable. Rely on A/C only on those extremely hot days. But be aware, AC will actually be more fuel efficient while driving over 55pmh. This can be due to air drag when windows are rolled down and the car is traveling at higher speeds…working against you. In the city, near the beach or cruising to the store keep your windows down and the strain on your engine to a minimum. Better gas mileage and more money to spend on your vacation.

Think Green…both for your health and the environment:
Driving to things with in walking, biking or running distance can be one of the easiest ways to waste gas. While you not use gas to get there then you have to look for parking. Even if you must drive don’t circle the parking lot looking for the closest parking…park a little ways away and walk!

The Vortex we call a trunk…
More weight equal more of a strain…keep this in mind when you are putting things in your trunk. An easy way to keep those extra’s out of the trunk is to remind yourself transportation…not storage. A trick of mine is carrying everything in my trunk into my house and back…if it’s too heavy or to much work…think about what your car is having to do with you as additional cargo. Keep those dollars from floating away and lighten your load.

Sun…friend? More like foe!
The sun heats up your car and causes the evaporation of  liquids – and what is gas? A liquid! Find a spot in the shade, walking that little extra distance will keep your car cool and gas in the tank. Not to mention this will keep your car cooler…no one enjoys that burn of the seats after getting in a hot car.  And remember back to the earlier point about A/C…maybe it won’t be needed after a long park in the shade.

Saving gas is impacted by every decision we make while driving; being aware of these choices mean savings for you. Fox Rent A Car supports Green Driving and savings. If you have more advice on how to save gas, let us know and we will add it to our list!

Tell us about your 4th of July past adventures and get a chance to win a free car rental from Fox and a weekend stay at Strawberry Creek Inn Bed and Breakfast in Idyllwild, CA. Post your stories in the comment box below! Here are the rules and outlines of the contest…

1. Stories must be about 4th of July…tell us about funny, outrageous and unique 4th of July events you have taken part in in the past.

2. Once the contest is closed, a winner will be picked. The dates of the promotion are June 12, 2012 until June 29, 2012.

3. Fox provides a rental car free of charge from one of our Southern California locations, (Including – LAX, BUR, ONT, SNA and SAN). The car choice will be intermediate to full size cars or a intermediate size SUV. Fox Rent A Car = F-friendly, O-outstanding and X-ecellent value for our customers.
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4. You get a two night stay in Strawberry Creek Inn’s Cottage. This cottage sleeps and includes breakfast for up to 4 people. The Strawberry Creek Inn is a quaint eco-conscious B&B in the heart of the rustic mountain town of Idyllwild, California, known for its charming themed rooms and organic gourmet breakfasts. The winner of this promotion will have the pleasure of staying in The Cottage at Strawberry Creek, a 2-story free-standing cabin featuring a full kitchen, 2-person whirlpool tub, 2 fireplaces, 2 bathrooms, creek views, and room to comfortably sleep four. Surrounded by the San Bernardino National Forest, yet filled with quaint shops, galleries, and restaurants, the artist colony known as Idyllwild provides the perfect combination of nature and convenience.
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The dates of the stay will be the weekend following July 4, 2012, the weekend of July 6, 2012 through July 8, 2012. During the course of your stay we request 5 photos of the Inn and Fox’s car along the trip to your weekend get away and a short summary of how your time was with the Inn and Fox.

Please see the terms and conditions below.

Don’t forget to post your stories in the comment box below!

Terms and Conditions:
Terms & Conditions:
1. Participants cannot be employed by Fox Rent A Car.
2. Winner will be notified by email and have to respond within 48 hours with the
complete contact information. If we do not receive a response within this given
period, we will select another winner.
3. Winner will be selected for originality and
creativity by the Fox Rent A Car Marketing Department and therefore may be subjective.
4. Available Cars: Economy through Full-size
cars and intermediate SUV.
5. Fox Rent A Car will give out 1 (one) rental car to the selected winner for a rental period of 3 days.
(Fees, taxes, and optional insurance are not covered by the promotion and have to be paid by winner)
6. Pick up date must be at any of our Fox Rent A Car corporate locations.
7. Fox Rent A Car Standard Policies apply.
8. All normal restrictions for the stay at Strawberry Creek Inn must be adhered to and can be found on their website at
9. The stay at Strawberry Creek Inn is for the dates of 7.6.12 to 7.7.12 and is only eligible for up to 4 people to stay.

Florida is new territory for Fox Rent a Car. A total of four new locations will officially have opened by tomorrow June 7, 2012. Fox began squeezing into the Orange state January of 2012. Over the short course of 6 months, Orlando, Tampa, Miami and finally Fort Lauderdale play host to Fox. Florida is known for a wide variety of vacation activities. In case you didn’t know…each of these four cities offer something specific and exciting for your next vacation…

1. Orlando, FL. Most known for its outrageous and extensive theme park attractions, Orlando is the perfect getaway for the family vacation. Orlando also offers a wide range of events throughout the year. All of these events and more can be found at the City of Orlando’s website.

2. Tampa, FL. The second city Fox sprouted up in…this city is geared more toward that adult vacation getaway. Southwest of Orlando, Tampa is ranked about the 50th largest city in the nation. Busy with night life, Florida’s NFL team and Animal attractions (Lowry Zoo and Busch Gardens).

3. Miami, FL. Our most southern location in Florida, Miami is known for its beaches and nightlife. Labeled the “Magic City”, for its food, clubs and exotics atmosphere. A secret hint …check out hidden gems that the locals know about by checking out the city website! Fun fact about this city… Rollerbladers rolling along the beach in Miami were the inspiration for the very first ATM machine!

4. Fort Lauderdale, FL. The last installment of the Florida expansion through Fox. With 185 miles of local waterways, Fort Lauderdale is nicknamed the “Venice of America”. Holding that city charm and relaxing air between Miami’s roaring night life and Palm Beach’s radiating beaches, this is the place to slip of for a hidden escape.

The fun never ends in Florida…here are some funny state laws that are still on the books…something to laugh about while you make your travel plans….it is illegal for an unmarried woman to parachute on Sundays, you cannot skateboard in the state of Florida without a license, can you believe it is illegal for anyone in a swimsuit to sing in public (really, really!!!), you can actually get a burning fine for falling asleep under a salon hair dryer, and if you decide to ride an elephant instead of renting a Fox car, you are subject to the same parking fines as a vehicle (we really did not make this up- check the internet!!)

Each of the four cities Fox has taken root in hold special pieces of Florida life. Fox’s entrance into the Florida travel industry benefits both business and vacation travelers. With low rates, new cars and friendly service Fox hopes to make Florida just another member of the Fox family.

Fox is taking part in the Long Beach Aids walk this Saturday June 2, 2012. All the details for the event can be found here… http://aidswalklb.org/

This is how Fox is getting involved…

1. A donation is being made from Fox towards the Aids walk.
2. In addition we will match 50% of the donations gathered by family and friends of the Fox team taking place in the walk.
3. Currently we have 8 to 10 employees and family of employees taking part in the walk.
4. Come out and show support for Fox and the AIDS walk this Saturday.

Community and charity events such as this define Fox as a family based company. We look for ways to immerse our company and its employees in giving back to you our customers through the local community. If you happen to see an event in any one of our city locations email in to Fox at marketing@foxrentacar.com. Your input into how we impact the community makes a difference. Thank you for your support and we look forward to the walk!