GROSS VERSUS NET REVENUE RECOGNITION (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014
Revenue Recognition [Abstract]
Franchise fees and certain other taxes and fees included as component of net revenue	$ 49,910	$ 45,841	$ 150,596	$ 133,096

The amount collected by an entity from its customers for taxes assessed by governmental authorities, including franchising authorities, and certain other taxes and fees.

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