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Want to feel like you are more at home while traveling
on
business? Tired of staying in sterile rooms in a
large hotel chain? You might not think of a B&B as an
option for your business travel - but think again! Many
CABBI inns are set up specifically with the business
traveler in mind.
CABBI has a number of inns that offer wireless
Internet access, fax machines, voicemail and
conference facilities. You can search the CABBI
website for specific amenities by using the
Advanced Search function and clicking on
Business Services.
When traveling to Sacramento for business, be sure
to
book your stay at the
Villas at Arden Hills Resort and Spa. Located just
15 minutes from the State Capitol,
the Villas offers a multitude of amenities for
the business and pleasure traveler alike, including
wireless Internet throughout the building, fax
machine/printer, voicemail and conference facilities.
The resort also offers specials
to make your stay even more wallet friendly.
The Vizcaya Pavilion &
Mansion located in Mid-town Sacramento offers
accommodations for all business travelers, including
unlimited local phone use,
voicemail, complimentary Wi-Fi, work desk, morning
newspaper, coffee maker, hair dryer, radio/alarm
clock, iron/ironing board, bathrobes, cable TV, and
complimentary full-service breakfast. Come and stay
in one of the mansion's elegant sleeping rooms
where a friendly atmosphere and a hospitable staff
will make you feel right at home.
Plan your next Corporate Retreat with
Dockside Boat & Bed, the ultimate in unique
lodging, just steps away from the Long Beach
Convention Center and downtown. Guests enjoy all
the perks of a hotel room and free Wi-Fi Internet with a
much appreciated departure from the standard hotel
room. After the conference, entertain your clients on
the back deck of a boat to help seal the deal. Book
any of Dockside's five yachts for a business trip and
save 15% on your stay (minimum stay of two nights).
Featuring wireless Internet access, conference
facilities and a terrific location in the heart of San
Francisco, The Inn at Union
Square is a perfect option for your
next Northern California business trip. Best of all, two
specials are now available to allow you to mix a little
bit of pleasure with your business.
Let CABBI help you get out of your business travel
rut and find some accommodations that truly help you
feel closer to home.
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| Order Your 2009 Travel Guide |
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When you want to plan head or take a spontaneous
trip,
the must-have book to own is the new 2009 California
Bed and
Breakfast Inns Travel Guidebook. The 180-page,
full-color guidebook is perfect for those seeking
unique, quality inns throughout the state.
Best of all, as a CABBI InnCrowd subscriber, you can
order a copy of the travel guidebook for only $5 -- a
50% savings off the retail price.
To order your travel
guidebook and receive your discount, fill out the
online form. Be sure to include INNCROWD50 in
the "Coupon Code" field (all caps, no spaces) to
receive your subscriber discount.
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| Stuffed Croissant French Toast |
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Amorosa Inn & Gardens, located in
Lodi, began life as
a 25-acre vineyard and winery. Soon owners added a
four bedroom B&B that is a welcome addition to the
lush winery. Innkeeper Renae Matson says this
recipe is one of their guests' all-time favorites.
Ingredients:
- 8 croissants, preferably 1 day old, halved
lengthwise
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 bananas, thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 8 tablespoons cream cheese
For stuffing: Put cream cheese into a microwave safe
bowl and heat 20 seconds, or until softened. In a
medium bowl, toss banana slices with cinnamon and
sugar; set aside.
For French Toast: In a large bowl, whisk together
eggs
and milk until blended. In a large skillet or griddle over
medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of butter until foam
subsides. Quickly dip each croissant half into the egg
batter then transfer to a hot skillet with a slotted
spatula; cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes on
each side. Cook remaining croissants, adding butter
as needed. Transfer cooked croissants to a large
dish. Cover bottom slice of each croissant with 1
tablespoon of cream cheese, then a large spoonful of
the cinnamon sugar bananas and cover with the top
of
the croissant. Serve immediately.
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SPOTLIGHT: Family Friendly Getaways |
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B&B's are not just for the mature traveler. Many of
CABBI's
properties are located in perfect family destinations
and welcome adults traveling with little ones. So don't
worry about finding a sitter - take the whole family
along on your next B&B adventure.
Just minutes away from Pacific Grove, in the
village of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the Dolphin
Inn (above) is the perfect getaway for both
parents
and children. Book the inn's Family Unit and have
plenty of space with two bedrooms and two
bathrooms. The kids can swim right outside in the
large heated swimming pool and the family can enjoy
a hassle-free breakfast that is delivered in a picnic
basket to your door.
The Bear Valley Inn in Olema has the perfect
accomodations for a family stay, including bunk beds
for the kids. Step outside and you'll find that Olema is
in walking distance to the visitor center at Point Reyes
National Seashore.
The more nights you stay, the less you pay at the Inn
at Playa Del Rey. Grab your family and take
advantage of a great special where two or three
consecutive nights will earn you great discounts.
Meanwhile, enjoy all the family activities in Los
Angeles such as a museum trip or day at the beach.
Stay three nights for the price of two at South Tahoe's
Sorenson Resort -- a tree-filled, heavenly
getaway
for
adults and kids (and dogs) alike! Private
and charming cabins have room for the whole family
and are close to skiing, mineral hot springs,
horseback riding, river rafting and the delights of Lake
Tahoe.
You can bring your kids -- and pets, too -- when
visiting the
Old Crocker Inn located just north of Healdsburg
in
Sonoma County. Situated on a 5-acre ranch, this
property was once a hunting retreat owned by railroad
magnate Charles Crocker. The whole family will enjoy
a dip in the inn's pool and relaxing on the deck while
catching a glimpse of the area wildlife. The inn
is offering a March special - book two nights during
the month and the third night is free.
So be sure to "keep it in the
family" for your next vacation and stay at one of
CABBI's
great family-friendly B&B's!
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