Ramada Plaza and Conference Centre: Lower Mainland Expected to Host Most Staycations

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ABBOTSFORD, BRITISH COLUMBIA–(Marketwire – July 27, 2010) – With BC Day around the corner, scores of travelers are about to plan their long weekend getaway, and Lower Mainland attractions are expected to be at the top of the wish list. Travel experts are predicting travelers will opt for the trending ” staycations ” this year, as most people are expected to cut back spending with the recent introduction of the HST tax. In fact, according to a recent Ipsos Reid Survey, 70 per cent of British Columbians polled said they will spend less on restaurant meals after July 1 and 61 per cent said they will cut spending on professional sporting events, live theatre and music concerts. It’s expected that ” staycations ” will be the summer vacation choice this year as many locals will choose to stay around town and take advantage of local deals and incentives. “With the introduction of the HST , many travelers are being smart about how they spend their summer vacation,” says Christine Lane, Director of Sales for the Ramada Plaza and Conference Centre in Abbotsford

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Panera Bread Reports Q2 2010 Diluted EPS of $0.85, Up 31% Over Q2 2009, on 9.9% Growth in System-Wide Comparable Bakery-Cafe Sales

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SOURCE: Panera Bread Company ST. LOUIS, MO–(Marketwire – July 27, 2010) – Panera Bread Company ( NASDAQ : PNRA ) HIGHLIGHTS — Q2 2010 net income increased 33% versus Q2 2009 to $27 million — Operating margin increased 230 bps in Q2 2010 over Q2 2009 — Repurchased $71 million of shares in Q2 2010 — Full Year 2010 EPS target increased to $3.50 to $3.52 (up 26% to 27% versus FY 2009) Panera Bread Company ( NASDAQ : PNRA ) today reported net income of $27 million, or $0.85 per diluted share, for the second quarter ended June 29, 2010. These results include the favorable impact of $0.01 per diluted share from the Company’s repurchase of 897,556 shares under its $600 million share repurchase authorization

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Dinerware Certifies SpeedMenu

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SOURCE: Dinerware Guests Add Orders to Their Tabs via Internet-Enabled Phones; Dinerware Restaurateurs Gain Revenues SEATTLE, WA–(Marketwire – July 27, 2010) – Dinerware, Inc., a leading developer of restaurant POS (point of sale) software, today announced its certification of SpeedMenu, a mobile menuing, ordering and payment service that enables guests to add, close and pay out their tabs via their Internet-enabled mobile devices.

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System Pavers(R) Launches SP African Experience

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SOURCE: System Pavers A 10-Day, 9-Night One-of-a-Kind South African Adventure, Hosted by System Pavers Co-Founder Larry Green NEWPORT BEACH, CA–(Marketwire – July 27, 2010) –  Inspired by friends and clients’ genuine interest and enthusiasm for their homeland, System Pavers Co-founder Larry Green and his wife Debbie have extended a personal invitation to System Pavers customers for an exclusive, South African adventure . After continued inquiries, the “Friends of System Pavers South African Experience” was launched early this month

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Bespoke Antarctica: Kensington Tours Launches Exclusive Adventures

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SOURCE: Kensington Tours – Antarctica Luxury Tented Adventures to Interior of Antarctica — New Must-Visit Destination for Thrill-Seekers & Jet-Setters: One- to Eleven-Day Excursions Including Rarely Seen 12,000 Strong Colony of Fearless Emperor Penguins; Now Is the Time to Book Antarctica Safari With Renowned Polar Explorers NEW YORK, NY–(Marketwire – July 27, 2010) –  Kensington Tours has launched Kensington Antarctica, an exclusive luxury eco-camp offering once-in-a-lifetime forays into the untouched heart of Antarctica’s interior. The only camp of its kind, guests at Kensington Antarctica are given the rare opportunity to experience the beauty of this awe-inspiring landscape, while being guided by world-renowned polar explorers and enjoying the amenities of this refined camp. “When it comes to once-in-a-lifetime travel,” says Jeff Willner, founder of Kensington Tours, “this is the real McCoy.” Accessible only by private jet from Cape Town, South Africa, the camp, perched on top of a 200 foot icefall, is the first of its kind. Furnished in the old world opulence of African safaris, the tents are heated and spacious and include all modern conveniences. The main living area is comprised of two large, dome tents (fusing traditional materials with cutting-edge technology) which house a dining room, library, kitchen and communications area.

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Barona Resort & Casino to Dish Out Half-Off Dining Discounts During Barona Restaurant Month

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SOURCE: Barona Resort & Casino Club Barona Members Can Save 50 Percent on Entrees at Casino Restaurants Throughout September SAN DIEGO, CA–(Marketwire – July 27, 2010) –   Barona Resort & Casino won’t leave its guests hungry for sweet specials this September. Throughout the month, Barona is offering its Club Barona members the opportunity to receive 50 percent off any entrée at six of its signature restaurants. The discounted dining deal is good for up to two guests after earning 500 Club Barona myPOINTS at Barona’s 2,000 slots and more than 80 table games .

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Burlington, VT, Hotel Offers Nickelodeon Getaway for Children of All Ages

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SOURCE: Marriott Courtyard Burlington Taft Corners Welcomes Children With Nickelodeon Package WILLISTON, VT–(Marketwire – July 27, 2010) – A family vacation or weekend getaway can be fun for everyone in the family with  Burlington, VT hotel deals that offer affordable rates and special fun with Nickelodeon characters for the kids. Children who are guests at the Courtyard Burlington Taft Corners hotel can join with some of their favorite cartoon characters during a weekend stay with the “Nickelodeon Your Stay” hotel deal aimed at keeping young children entertained with an out-of-this-world family event. Family travelers can take advantage of this Burlington, VT hotel package and easily keep kids entertained with a free Nickelodeon activity book, silicone bracelet with access to a secret game website, a Nickelodeon activity bag with sunglasses, a ‘Build Your Own SpongeBob’ and a splash ball

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San Jose Hotel Now Offers Eco-Focused Business "Green Meetings"

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SOURCE: Marriott Green Initiatives Help Reduce Environmental Impact CAMPBELL, CA–(Marketwire – July 27, 2010) – Green is a favored color among successful businesspersons and now with the help of forward-thinking San Jose, CA hotels , businesses can take advantage of the eco-focused “Green Meetings” offered by the Courtyard San Jose-Campbell and share in creating an environmentally friendly work atmosphere. Joining the focus and aspirations of Marriott International to create “Green Meetings” and help guests and meeting planners reduce their environmental impact, the Courtyard San Jose-Campbell embraced a “Go Green” mentality even before the hotel opened. “We tried to incorporate as many effective green initiatives during the building process so that when the Courtyard Campbell opened, we would be the leader in our area as a ‘Green’ hotel,” said Toby Cheng, Director of Sales of this Silicon Valley hotel in Campbell .

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