Interactive Reservations Inc. Launches GolfNow.com

Posted on January 31, 2000

Interactive Reservations Inc. has announced the launch of GolfNow.com, an online golf resource available on the Web. The website will tee off on Jan. 31, 2000.

GolfNow.com features a golf course database with over 17,000 courses including overviews, scorecards and amenities; golf news; golf stats; online golf lessons, instructional video and tips; a golf shop; and golf health and fitness. GolfNow.com also offers online handicap tracking and buddy tournaments, golf discussion rooms and message boards. Site visitors can also find mapping and driving instructions, weather forecasts, games and entertainment.

``By partnering with some of the most established companies in the industry, including Golf Magazine, I-Travel, GetThere.com, IGOgolf.com, MapQuest and AccuWeather, GolfNow.com helps golf enthusiast get everything they need quickly, easily and reliably,'' said Chris Ryan, CEO of GolfNow.com.

To round out its portfolio, GolfNow.com helps companies organize and manage golf outings, including charity events and tournaments. Users of the turnkey service have access to options such as online registration, corporate advertising and event management.

``Golf has exploded as one of the most popular sports with more than 26 million players in the U.S. alone, and golfers crave information about the sport they love. Now there's one site that helps players and companies alike get the information or service they need,'' said David Nini, vice president of GolfNow.com. ``From making travel plans, to reserving tee times or managing a charity tournament, GolfNow.com is the ultimate site for golf.''