1.   Almost every airline and hotel chain offers a credit card whose benefits include mileage-earning opportunities.

2.   And other chains are offering low summer rates also to those who call ahead.

3.   Both chains are offering similar deals at their other locations nationwide, and Disney is offering special military rates on its cruise line and at its All-Star resorts.

4.   But in Austin, several large grocery store chains offer services to send money to Mexico through Western Union or MoneyGram.

5.   By buying in volume and by operating large stores, these chains could offer lower prices and more choices than mom-and-pop rivals.

6.   Chains offered some economies of scale that helped the resorts survive.

7.   Even fast-food chains offered regular pay raises and profit-sharing.

8.   For fall, the chain will offer a wider version.

9.   In addition, the chain will offer vests in fleece, quilted nylon and nylon stretch.

10.   Larkin said the chain will offer more products in the growing home decorations market.