YTB International, Inc, (OTCBB: YTBL), a leading provider of travel-related services, announced that for the second consecutive year, Entrepreneur Magazine, 26^th Annual Franchise 500 Edition has recognized RezCity.com as one of the top 500 franchises in the United States.  RezCity, which was ranked 269^th on the list, has sold the franchise rights to over 200 U.S. cities, creating the world’s largest community Internet portal, REZcity.com. 

Local REZcity.com franchise owners are positioned for multiple revenue streams, including local and national advertising, development and hosting of local web sites and locally generated e-commerce offering REZconnect, the patent-pending real time reservation, confirmation and appointment scheduling technology for businesses, and the franchise online Travel Store.

Franchise rights fees range from $1,500 through $20,000 depending on the size and desirability of the territory. 

“We are honored to be recognized by such a widely-read and respected publication,” commented Michael Brent, President and CEO of REZcity.com.  “REZcity.com  represents a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to carve out an exclusive online business that combines two of the most popular trends today – the Internet and travel. Our powerful referral marketing program provides the support that has made our franchisees so successful. We look forward to continuing to rapidly grow through supporting and working closely with our franchises.”

Under the Company’s Internet Franchise Program, local franchisees manage local market affiliates, develop regional content and media partners, sell local advertising and banner ads, and travel from their online travel store. Master Franchisees are responsible for selling territories within their market to bring on more local franchisees.

The Program provides franchisees with training seminars, marketing materials and support services to allow franchisees to quickly move into the Internet business.

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