WCD Expo attendees will each receive a copy of the survey in their show bag. Anyone who fills out a survey will be entered in a drawing to win a weekend at any Microtel within the continental U.S., with a different winner to be drawn daily. Respondents should drop off completed surveys at Microtel Inns & Suites Booth #201 or WCD Expo Registration. Survey results will be compiled and announced in a press release at the conclusion of WCD Expo.

Microtel Inns & Suites is committed to addressing the needs of all its guests, and has made great strides in accommodating travelers with disabilities. The brand offers three ADA-room designs (single queen, double queen, and suite) throughout the chain, and a consistency of services that fit guests' needs whether a Microtel hotel is located in New York or North Carolina. In addition, Microtel is a sponsor of The Society for Accessible Travel & Hospitality (SATH).

"We believe that Microtel is uniquely positioned to be the preferred hotel chain for travelers with disabilities, and are excited to be participating in this year's WCD Expo as we recognize the growing importance of this market," said Roy E. Flora, senior vice president, franchise operations of U.S. Franchise Systems, Inc. (USFS), parent company of the franchisor of the Microtel Inns & Suites brand.

Microtel Inns & Suites is the only budget hotel chain to implement the training program known as Opening Doors® systemwide. Opening Doors®, developed by W.C. Duke Associates of Woodford, Va., is a value-added training tool used to enhance the chain's customer service initiatives, so that staff is better able to respond to the needs of travelers with disabilities by practicing "attitude accessibility." Opening Doors® emphasizes disability etiquette skills training that included interactive activities and role playing using wheelchairs, blindfolds, earplugs and taped hands so employees can practice how to service customers with disabilities. For more information, visit www.wcduke.com.

Microtel's web site at www.microtelinn.com features a special section dedicated to travelers with disabilities. There is a direct link to Opening Doors® and other sites; frequently asked questions and travel tips, and a virtual tour where visitors can actually view a 360-degree view of typical Microtel ADA guest rooms and a lobby.

For the third consecutive year, Microtel Inns & Suites has been ranked highest in guest satisfaction among economy/budget hotel chains by J.D. Power and Associates. All hotels offer complimentary continental breakfast, and members of the free MicroPass™ frequent guest program earn a free night's stay after just nine night stays at any location. Microtel will soon raise the bar on the scope of value and amenities that hotels offer guests as all its properties provide free local and free long distance phone calls, and free wireless high speed Internet access in every guestroom by the end of this year.

There are currently 269 Microtel hotels open or under construction worldwide. Source:usfsi.com