Restaurants

SOURCE: DineEquity, Inc. GLENDALE, CA–(Marketwire – October 18, 2010) – DineEquity, Inc.

SOURCE: Y Bar 7 Years 7 Deadly Sins, Cirque De Y, Fetish, Halloween 2010 CHICAGO, IL–(Marketwire – October 18, 2010) –  As most Industry people know, the popularity and lifespan of a nightclub now a days is short lived with the influx of venues opening in the generally small geographic area of downtown Chicago, IL. Due to this fact, the Y Bar family is extremely excited and proud to celebrate its seven year anniversary party late October 2010.

SOURCE: Prospectiv Consumers Earn $5 Reward Towards Their 1st Purchase When They Sign Up for Eversave’s Daily Deals From Local Restaurants, Spas, Sporting Events, Outdoor Activities and More WAKEFIELD, MA–(Marketwire – October 18, 2010) –  Prospectiv, owner of the second-biggest couponing website in America, Eversave.com , today announced the expansion of its online daily deal offerings to five new markets across the U.S. By the end of October, Eversave will offer local daily deals called “Saves” to residents in Indianapolis, IN; Orlando, FL; Washington, D.C.; Providence, RI; and San Antonio, TX.

MONTREAL, QUEBEC–(Marketwire – 18 oct. 2010) – Aujourd’hui, les jeunes cinéastes autochtones du Wapikoni mobile vous invitent à un voyage cinématographique, où chaque court-métrage percutant constitue une escale dans leur vie, leur culture et leur imaginaire.  Fiers de leurs dernières créations, c’est dans le cadre du Festival du Nouveau cinéma (FNC) que ces jeunes réalisateurs et réalisatrices des Premières Nations lanceront la programmation 2010 du Wapikoni mobile et présenteront sur la scène montréalaise leurs plus récents films qui poursuivront par la suite leur périple vers de nouveaux auditoires à travers le monde

SOURCE: In-Stat No Free Wi-Fi Hotspot? Find Me Another Place SCOTTSDALE, AZ–(Marketwire – October 18, 2010) –  Availability of free Wi-Fi does influence venue choice. According to In-Stat’s ( www.in-stat.com ) new Wi-Fi Hotspot research, nearly two-thirds of respondents indicated that free Wi-Fi influences their choice of venue. An additional 31% indicated that free access may influence their choice, and just 5% said that it would have no influence over venue choice.  CLICK HERE FOR RELATED GRAPHIC “Our research shows that while revenue may not always be directly gleaned from the hotspot offering, free Wi-Fi has a significant value in bringing customers to a venue,” says Amy Cravens, Market Analyst. “It’s no wonder then that over 150 thousand café/retail venues have now deployed Wi-Fi hotspots, although not all of these are free. That’s in addition to the tens of thousands of travel-related installations (hotels, airports, in-flight) worldwide.”  Some of the research findings include: Worldwide annual hotspot connects, or sessions, will reach over 2 billion by the end of 2010 with annual hotspot connects anticipated to grow to over 11 billion by 2014.

SOURCE: Marriott Boulder Spa Package Is Full of Relaxing Treats for Travelers BROOMFIELD, CO–(Marketwire – October 15, 2010) –  Many people dream of taking a spa getaway, but they aren’t able to because they just don’t have enough money. For a limited time, the Residence Inn Boulder Flatiron Hotel is offering an affordable spa getaway in Boulder . People can book the Relax, Refresh and Revive for Two package and get everything they need for a relaxing spa vacation, without emptying their bank accounts.  The Relax, Refresh and Revive for Two package is ideal for the busy couple that can’t afford to take a weeklong vacation. Whether its work or family obligations, this Broomfield, CO hotel has the answer!  The package includes two 45-minute massages from the Spa at Lakeshore Athletic Club, where spa guests are greeted with soothing music and a comforting waterfall. The full service spa has a variety of beauty and relaxation treatments, so those who want to have a complete day at the spa will not have any trouble finding additional treatments to enjoy. The spa treatments are not the only perk included in the package. Travelers will receive breakfast in bed for two, courtesy of Flatz Grille and Lounge, which is the hotel’s own Broomfield, Colorado restaurant . This four star restaurant serves regional food with a seafood emphasis, and is one of the most popular restaurants in Broomfield

SOURCE: Marriott Special Deal Makes Traveling More Affordable and Fun BROOMFIELD, CO–(Marketwire – October 15, 2010) – The Renaissance Boulder Flatiron Hotel, a Broomfield, CO hotel , is featuring a package that includes all sorts of extras that will guarantee a successful family getaway. Not only will you receive special amenities to make for an enjoyable room experience, but also tickets for local attractions, so you can have a blast exploring the city.  The Escape! Family Package includes a suite at the Renaissance Boulder Flatiron Hotel, which is one of the premier luxury hotels near Boulder . Hotel suites feature a living/sitting area, cable TV, premium movie channels, and pay per view movies. The indoor swimming pool and whirlpool are sure to catch your child’s eyes!  You won’t need room service on the first night of their stay, though, because the package also comes with milk and cookies at turndown on the night of arrival. This treat is sure to satisfy your whole family’s sweet tooth! The milk and cookies are delivered right to the guestroom, so you can get into your pajamas and wait for the treats to arrive. The package also features four passes to Lakeshore’s Aquatic Island. Your entire family can go out and explore the aquatic island without spending any of your hard-earned cash. You don’t have to cut into your travel budget in order to spend quality time with your children! There are also incentives for families to stay inside of the hotel with free meals for kids at the Flatz Grille and Lounge. The four-star restaurant in Broomfield, CO serves regional food with a seafood emphasis and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list, so you can unwind with a glass of wine while the kids enjoy their free meals

SOURCE: Marriott Free Two-Night Stay and Guest Discounts Offered as Part of Collection Process TURLOCK, CA–(Marketwire – October 15, 2010) – Sharing the joy of the holiday season is the goal of the staff and management of the Fairfield Inn & Suites Hotel in Turlock, CA as they announce two projects for the upcoming holiday season and ask hotel guests and area residents to help them in meeting the needs of those less fortunate. For help in meeting its holiday goals, this distinctive hotel near Yosemite Park, CA will be giving away a complimentary two-night stay in one of its spacious hotel suites and a 15% discount on a one-night hotel visit

SOURCE: Marriott Sonoma Resort’s Ingredient-Driven Programs and Promotions Highlight Grapes, Olives, and More SONOMA, CA–(Marketwire – October 15, 2010) –  The Lodge at Sonoma Renaissance Resort & Spa is launching a new sustainable program whereby resort guests have a chance to experience the Sonoma Valley’s regional bounty throughout their stay. Known as one of the premier food and wine country destinations in the United States, Sonoma is also home to a multitude of farms that produces unique ingredients such as olive, lavender and lemon verbena. As part of the Sonoma resort’s resort-wide program, Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar, the on-property restaurant featuring Chef Janine Falvo’s seasonal menu, and Raindance Spa, the award-winning Napa spa resort with its lush outdoor spa garden, will be promoting seasonal ingredient-driven promotions and specials.

SOURCE: Marriott Green Hotel in Baltimore Asks General Public to Follow Its LEED by Making Environment Friendly Changes at Home LINTHICUM, MD–(Marketwire – October 15, 2010) – Baltimore’s TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hotel at BWI Airport is the first LEED for Existing Buildings Gold certified green hotel in the state of Maryland. Significantly, it is also the first existing hotel in Marriott’s 3,400-hotel portfolio worldwide to be so recognized. To celebrate this milestone, the BWI extended-stay hotel put on the green with a showcase designed to help the public understand how easy it is to be green in their own homes.  On Thursday, September 30, TownePlace Suites eco friendly hotel in Baltimore offered an exclusive preview of its innovative environmental practices. From green cleaning in guest rooms to composting all of its waste to low-flow plumbing devices to its use of low mercury and compact fluorescent lighting, the hotel’s comprehensive environmental and energy efficiency program was on display.  TownePlace Suites at BWI offers a free, waste-neutral breakfast that includes compostable serve-ware, bulk items and local, sustainable products whenever possible. A thorough and simple recycling program is carried throughout the entire property — from guestrooms to public spaces. The business hotel uses gauges to sense rainfall so landscaping is watered only when necessary. Front desk customer service agents wear uniforms made from recycled plastic, two-liter bottles. Throughout the green hotel, educational information and kiosks encourage guests to take part in the hotel’s efforts to protect and preserve natural resources. “We’re thrilled to be named the first LEED Gold certified existing hotel in the state of Maryland,” said Michelle Emley, General Manager of the BWI airport suite hotel . “The vast majority of our nation’s housing stock is older or historic. We know that most homeowners are not in the position to design and build a new green home, but they can incorporate simple, sustainable practices in their existing homes.” “A central belief of green building is that our economic, environmental and personal health is dramatically impacted by the places where we live, work, learn, shop, eat and play,” said Chris Smith, Chief Operating Officer of the U.S. Green Building Council. “The owners of the TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hotel at BWI Airport recognized this early on, and their foresight has resulted in Maryland’s first existing hotel to be certified LEED Gold.” Arne Sorenson, president and Chief Operating Officer of Marriott International, noted that the building is not only the first LEED EB hotel in Maryland but the first LEED EB hotel in the Marriott portfolio of 3,400 hotels worldwide and the first LEED hotel at BWI Airport.  LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is an internationally recognized green building certification system administered by the U.S