At Avenida Suites we consistently work to find better ways to serve and connect with our corporate housing guests. One of our number one goals is open communication with you. A step we have taken towards connecting with you further is joining many social media networks. We strive to provide relevant information to traveling professionals as well as open communication with our guests about how we can better serve you.

Join in the conversation with us on  Facebook and we will consistently bring you up-to-date, interesting information on traveling, the Tampa Bay and Orlando areas, and how we are working to make your stay the best possible. Come chat with us! Let us know what you like and what you would like to see improved. We value your opinion and patronage. www.Facebook.com/AvenidaSuites

Tweet with us on Twitter at @AvenidaSuitesFL and find interesting relevant information for the traveling professionals. Share with us your favorite part of your suite, a fun experience you had while staying with us, or a great traveling tip you have! www.Twitter.com/AvenidaSuitesFL

Wondering what a typical furnished apartment with us looks like? Head on over to Flickr and experience the images of our communities, suites, and the surrounding areas. http://www.flickr.com/photos/avenidasuites/

Maybe you want more of a 360 degree view of our company and our suites?  Check out our Youtube channel. You can see images of the suites; hear from the president of Avenida Suites, and guests who use our services. http://www.youtube.com/user/avenidasuites

No matter where you are, or where you go, we look forward to connecting with you!

It seems lately that the travel industry has evolved into an added fees trap. While, customer service has gone out the window, companies continue to look for places where they can charge extra for their services. When you are a business traveler those fees can really make the expense of your trip sky rocket. At a time when things have been rough there is no sign of letting up either. In 2009 baggage fees alone brought in $2.7 billion in “ancillary” revenue for the airline industry.

Not only are the airlines continuing on this trend rental car companies have jumped in too. Certain providers charge additional drivers fees and special equipment charges. Even the days of unlimited mileage may be behind us some day soon in the car rental industry.

The last thing a business traveler needs is extra fees tacked on to their furnished apartment. Yet many extended stay hotels have parking fees, internet fees, and many other things that seem like they should be part of the deal.

In the traveling world where fees and surcharges have become a normal occurrence there is an option for business travelers where extra fees are nowhere to be found. Corporate furnished apartments with Avenida Suites are a package deal. What you see is what you get. Just because you are traveling does not mean you have to deal with fees at every turn of the corner.

While these ancillary fees seem to be here to stay, there are some parts of your traveling experience where they can be avoided. When you select a corporate furnished apartment through a credible firm they will provide you with the comfort of home and a peace of mind that the accommodations you choose come with no fees, surcharges, or strings attached.

Working in a new city can be a huge stress in a person’s life. Whether you are traveling alone or with a whole team of employees, it can be hectic without the right short-term housing team by your side!

Short-term housing is available for weekly and monthly stays. Even the smallest details can make a huge difference when you are in your “home away from home.” When choosing your corporate housing provider make sure they have the quality you deserve in furniture, housewares, and most importantly service.

Meeting your specific needs is of the utmost importance. Ask if you can customize your suite, maybe an office would be of more value to you than a second bedroom. It is your temporary housing; make sure it fits your needs. Choosing a company with flexibility is the key to a great corporate housing experience.

Different amenities are important to different people. Look for accommodations that offer residents a variety of pleasures such as pools, fitness centers and business centers.

In the end just make sure you work with a company that can accommodate you. Whether it be the furniture inside or the amenities outside, your temporary home should be customized to fit your needs and lifestyle.

Avenida Suites was featured in the Tampa Bay Business Journal last Friday!

Avenida Suites follows paths to growth

Story from the St. Pete Times on us from July of 2009:

Across the Tampa Bay area, thousands of vacant condos and apartments languish in the lonely hearts club.

For the past two years, it has been Dan and Claudia Gorman’s job to dress them up, roll them out and hook them up with out-of-towners.

The Gormans — he’s a deactivated Marine Corps captain, and she’s a native of Brazil he met while guarding the American embassy in Rio de Janeiro — operate Avenida Suites. The company matches dozens of Tampa condos and apartments with corporate visitors and military officers on temporary stints at MacDill Air Force Base.

Read the rest of the story here!

Corporate Housing Expert Patrick Collins joins Avenida Suites

Tampa Corporate Housing Provider adds top industry talent to its booming business

Tampa, FL (PRWEB) March 11, 2010 – Patrick Collins or “PT”, as he is known in the temporary furnished housing business knows the corporate housing industry well.  Previously working in the Seattle, Washington area, Patrick brings a high energy level and a fresh perspective on the temporary housing industry here in Tampa Bay and across the State of Florida.  Collins recently joined Avenida Suites as the Vice President of Business Development.  His passion for exceptional customer service is aligned with the way business is done at Avenida Suites, where customer service is the highest priority.

“We are extremely excited to have Patrick Collins as a key member of our team. His talent and expertise will greatly assist Avenida to remain competitive in this growing industry,” said Dan Gorman, President and CEO of Avenida Suites.  “As Avenida Suites grows, bringing on top industry talent like Patrick will be one of the keys to our success. Since his arrival, Patrick has helped us streamline processes, launch a new division, and increase sales.”

Dan Gorman and his wife Claudia are hands on owners and operators of their thriving temporary furnished housing small business.  While remaining focused on providing quality service with a personal touch, the Gorman’s are bringing on the best talent in the industry to expand their team.

The company started in 2007 as TDY Corporate Housing and primarily focused on military clients with temporary furnished housing needs in the Tampa Bay market. “In 2009 we changed our name to Avenida Suites, refined our brand and decided to expand into other markets,” said Gorman.  “We realized with the expansion, we needed to search for the right talent to be on our team.”  Avenida Suites expanded their services into the Orlando furnished apartment market at the beginning of the year. They also established a partnership which enables them to provide temporary corporate housing throughout Florida.

About Avenida. Avenida Suites provides comfortable, long-term accommodations for guests requiring a temporary housing solution. Whether on an extended business trip, between homes or military orders, Avenida is prepared to meet the temporary housing need.

Business travelers and executives in Tampa Bay or Orlando for an extended stay will find Avenida Suites more comfortable than a hotel, and those relocating will find that Avenida Suites feels like home. Our guests typically enjoy twice the space compared to an extended stay hotel room or extended stay suite and typically save 30-50% of the price of those same accommodations.

Avenida Suites provides furnished apartments for military members on temporary duty (TDY or TAD) to the United States Central Command (CENTCOM), Marine Corps Central Command (MARCENT) and International Officers on temporary travel orders to MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, FL. Avenida Suites is an excellent living alternative to typical military lodging and billeting.

Avenida Suites homes are currently located in Brandon, Tampa, South Tampa, Harbour Island, Clearwater and the Greater Orlando area.

Avenida Suites is a service disabled veteran owned small business.  Founded in 2007, the company is located in Tampa, Florida.   Dan is a Certified Corporate Housing Professional member.

Read about Dan and Claudia’s story.   To learn more about Avenida Suites visit http://www.AvenidaSuites.com or contact Vistra Communications.

About Vistra. Vistra Communications is a full spectrum Strategic Public Relations and Management Consulting Firm providing communications counsel and services to public, private, government and non-profit organizations.  Please visit us on the web at www.ConsultVistra.com

Contact Info: Brian Butler at Vistra Communications 813.961-4700 or Brian@ConsultVistra.com .

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Local Tampa Temporary Housing Provider expands to Orlando market

Tampa, FL (PRWEB) March 5, 2010 – A Tampa Bay area temporary corporate housing provider, Avenida Suites, revealed their expansion into Orlando, FL. Previously focused on Tampa Bay, Avenida Suites’ client base has grown and as a result has started operations in the Orlando market. The company known for exceptional customer service plans to operate their new addition with the same principles as their current market, with a friendly smile and handshake when you arrive.

“As the demand for hotel alternatives increase as shown with new interest in companies such as HomeAway, we want to continue to grow and provide the same service we have been giving since our very first guest,” said Dan Gorman, President and CEO of Avenida Suites. “We realize that our potential client base is expanding and so are we. Growing our operation into the Orlando market is all about making Avenida Suites convenient for our guests.”

Even as public debate continues regarding whether or not federal stimulus dollars are helping small businesses, Avenida Suites has experienced increases in gross revenue of over 50% and its profits have more than doubled over the past couple years. “We attribute our continued success to providing great customer service and building a great team to provide that service and exceed the needs of our guests,” said Gorman. “Along with this expansion will come additional new jobs as well.”

A Marine Reserve Officer, Gorman understands the value of continuing to provide quality service, especially as Avenida expands into the Orlando market. “We now have access to 15,000 units across the state of Florida and over 5000 units are in the Orlando area alone.”

About Avenida. Avenida Suites provides comfortable, long-term accommodations for guests requiring a temporary housing solution. Whether on military orders, an extended business trip, or between homes, Avenida is prepared to meet the temporary housing need. Avenida Suites specializes in corporate housing for military members on temporary duty (TDY or TAD) to the United States Central Command (CENTCOM), Marine Corps Central Command (MARCENT) and International Officers on temporary travel orders to MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, FL. Avenida Suites is an excellent living alternative to typical military lodging and billeting.

Business travelers and executives in Tampa Bay or Orlando for an extended stay will also find Avenida Suites more comfortable than a hotel, and those relocating will find that Avenida Suites feels like home. Our guests typically enjoy twice the space compared to an extended stay hotel room or extended stay suite and typically save 30-50% of the price of those same accommodations.

Avenida Suites homes are currently located in Brandon, Tampa, South Tampa, Harbour Island, Clearwater, and the Greater Orlando area. Avenida Suites offers Furnished Apartments Orlando, Corporate Housing Orlando, Short Term Housing Orlando, Short Term Rental Orlando, Furnished Apartments In Orlando, Temporary Housing Orlando, Furnished Rentals Orlando, Military Lodging Orlando, Corporate Apartments Orlando and Corporate Housing In Orlando.

Avenida Suites is a service disabled veteran owned small business. Founded in 2007, the company is located in Tampa, Florida. Dan is a Certified Corporate Housing Professional member.

Read about Dan and Claudia’s story.

To learn more about Avenida Suites visit http://www.AvenidaSuites.com

1.) Is this a local company that I can get an immediate response from if I have a problem?

2.) Do I know that my employees are going to walk into a perfectly furnished suite?  Ask your corporate housing company for a checklist of what they do to ensure a perfect move-in.

3.) Am I getting the best rates for my company? – Do they offer a “preferred employer” program?

4.) Are they CHPA (Corporate Housing Providers Association) certified? This can assure you of their commitment to quality.

5.) What is offered in the basic services of this company? Do they offer HD TV service, high speed internet, MAID service, large flat screen TV’s?