Tourism

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

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

SOURCE: Enterprise Rent-A-Car Nissan LEAFs Will Be Available in Select Markets Next Year — Extending Enterprise’s Commitment to Support Clean, New Technologies ST.

SOURCE: Festival of Arts 2nd Annual Festival Runway Fashion, July 31st from 1-4pm LAGUNA BEACH, CA–(Marketwire – July 26, 2010) – RSVP: If you are interested in covering this event please contact Sharbie Higuchi or Gioia Hagopian at 949-464-4282 or email [email protected] for press credentials by Friday, July 30 th at 5pm. One of the hottest events last summer was the Festival Runway Fashion Show (sponsored in part by Arbonne) and it’s back this summer by popular demand on Saturday, July 31 st from 1 – 4pm.

SOURCE: Planet Antares Scam Solutions LOS ANGELES, CA–(Marketwire – July 26, 2010) –  Typically, it’s not too difficult to find a good deal on airline tickets and hotels as travel companies are competing against each other to offer travelers the lowest prices possible. While this might entice travelers to pack their bags for a vacation, they should be aware of several travel scam complaints before leaving for that much needed vacation. To protect travelers from possible scams, Planet Antares Scam Solutions offers tips to avoid travel scams.

TORONTO, ONTARIO– (Marketwire – July 25, 2010) – N5R, an award winning marketing and advertising consulting firm is very eager to announce a new client Tahéima Wellness Resort and Spa. Tahéima is nestled on the Mexican Riviera Nayarit just north of Puerto Vallarta and a 10-minute drive from the airport. The hotel offers luxury accommodations set in a tropical lagoon, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an array of spa treatment options, and over 25 different daily classes for body and mind stimulation

TORONTO, ONTARIO– (Marketwire – July 23, 2010) – N5R, an award winning marketing and advertising consulting firm is very eager to announce a new client, The Muskokan. The Muskokan, a five-star luxury resort in the heart of Muskoka, is the perfect escape from the city.

SOURCE: Amdur Productions New August Date, New Location, Same World-Class Art Fair CHICAGO, IL–(Marketwire – July 22, 2010) –  The Gold Coast Art Fair , the third oldest and one of the most well attended art festivals in Chicago, will take place this year on a new date at Grant Park’s Butler Field , at the corner of Monroe and Lake Shore Drive. Nationally revered as the “Granddaddy of American Art Festivals,” the Gold Coast Art Fair is rated as one of the top twenty festivals in the country.  The Fair will take place at Grant Park on Friday, August 20 from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Saturday, August 21 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm and Sunday, August 22 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.

SOURCE: Cassa Hotel and Residences Residences Offer Luxury Hotel Services and Amenities NEW YORK, NY–(Marketwire – July 22, 2010) –  Set to open on August 1, Cassa Hotel and Residences is the newest iconic building in the heart of midtown Manhattan created by world renowned architect — Enrique Norten of TEN Arquitectos in collaboration with the prestigious architecture and interior design firm of CetraRuddy . Closings of the 57 luxurious residences, located on the 28 th to 47 th floors atop the hotel, with spectacular views of New York City skyline and landmarks, will commence in the coming weeks. Situated on 45 th  Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, you are at the pulse of a world class shopping experience, the bright lights of the theatre district, and in close proximity to the finest galleries and museums in the world.  The residences comprise 20 studios, 20 one-bedroom and 14 two-bedroom suites and luxurious penthouse apartments on floors 47-48. Floor plans range from studios that start at 584 square feet to the penthouse level suites with up to 3,145 feet of living space

SOURCE: Heineken USA Featured Artists Include Fischerspooner, The Rapture, Gigamesh, Hey Champ, Shiny Toy Guns HybriDigital and The Scumfrog WHITE PLAINS, NY–(Marketwire – July 22, 2010) –  Amstel Light, a leading imported light beer from Amsterdam, announced today the enhanced format and schedule for Amsterdam Live — one of the summer’s hottest music and entertainment concepts.  Amsterdam Live will feature high-energy DJs and unique light shows as well as performances from some of today’s hottest bands. The lineup includes Fischerspooner, The Rapture, Shiny Toy Guns HybriDigital and many more. Inspired by Melkweg, a renowned nightclub in Amsterdam, each Amsterdam Live event will immerse fans (21 years old and over) into Amstel’s Amsterdam through an eclectic mix of live musical performances, art and dance.  “Amsterdam Live will give adult consumers a taste of the spirit and energy of Amsterdam through the lens of Amstel Light,” said Amanda Hawk, Brand Director, Amstel Light. “We’re excited to host this unique mix of music, dance and high energy immersion into the culture of Amsterdam .” Amsterdam Live kicks off in Minneapolis and will roll into Chicago, Boston and then New York for a final tour showcase. The Amstel Light “Beer Bike” will continue to make stops at each city on the tour to provide adult consumers with a taste of Amsterdam’s unique street performance culture prior to each Amsterdam Live event. The complete tour schedule and artist lineup is as follows: July 23: Minneapolis, MN — Cabooze — Shiny Toy Guns HybriDigital, Hey Champ, The Scumfrog, Gigamesh July 30: Chicago, IL — Metro — Shiny Toy Guns HybriDigital, The Scumfrog Aug 4: Boston, MA — Royale — The Rapture, The Scumfrog Aug 12: NYC — Highline Ballroom — Fischerspooner To showcase each ” Dam Good” moment along the way, adult consumers attending the events may load their photographs from the event to the Amstel Light Facebook fan page. For more details about Amsterdam Live, including updated tour lineups and venue information, visit www.amstellight.com