LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (February 21, 2017) – Grand Geneva Resort & Spa and Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark are pleased to announce the appointment of Brad Lyles as director of sales and marketing. In his new role, Lyles is responsible for overseeing all communications, marketing and group sales initiatives to continue to attract leisure, business and group travelers to both properties. The award-winning AAA Four-Diamond resort, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is owned and managed by Marcus^® Hotels & Resorts, which also manages family favorite, Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark.

“We are thrilled to welcome Brad back to the Grand Geneva team and look forward to his leadership and expertise in marketing and sales continuing to elevate both Grand Geneva and Timber Ridge,” said Steven Magnuson, managing director. “Brad’s extensive experience and result-driven goals align perfectly with the objectives of both resorts and we are excited to continue growing both properties with Brad at the helm.”

An established leader in the hospitality industry, Lyles most recently served at Marcus Hotels & Resorts as the corporate director of sales, producing more than $200 million in total revenues for the division and formalizing many processes and systems to streamline collective marketing efforts and maximize effectiveness. He also served as assistant director of sales at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa from 2012 to 2014 where he revitalized the wedding and sales efforts, resulting in the largest amount of weddings in the resort’s history.  Lyles also worked in the sales team with Caesars Entertainment and Starwood Hotels & Resorts, and served as associate director of sales for the Westin Grand Bohemian Resort in Orlando.

In Lyles’ free time, he enjoys basketball, traveling, photography, and spending time with family.

###

About Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-wining all-seasons resorts set on 1,300 acres in the legendary south-eastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva, just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee. The property features 355 guest rooms; WELL Spa + Salon; two championship 18-hole golf courses; The Mountain Top, a three-chair/20-run ski and snowboard facility, 62,000 square feet of meeting and convention space and three restaurants. For more information, please visit www.grandgeneva.com and follow us on on Facebook and Twitter.

About Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark

The family-friendly Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark is located in the legendary southeastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva, just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee. The property offers a collection of 225 expansive one and two-bedroom suites that are equipped with whirlpool baths, private balconies and spacious living rooms. Full kitchens, which boast full-sized refrigerators, stove-top burners, dishwashers and double sinks, provide complete comfort for families. The lodge also offers its signature 50,000-square-foot indoor-outdoor aquatic wonderland, Moose Mountain Falls – the area’s only Waterpark – as well as a 3,600-square-foot arcade, 3,500-square-foot ballroom and a family barbeque restaurant. For more information, please visit www.timberridgelodge.com and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning, including hotel food and beverage concepts developed by its Marcus Restaurant Group, including Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. The company is also growing its experiential restaurant concept, The SafeHouse, with a Chicago location opening in early 2017. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

 

Chicago, Ill., February 14, 2017. . . . Chicago baseball fans can hit it out of the park with a creative offer from the Marriott AC Hotel Chicago Downtown.

To celebrate last year’s historic World Series victory and to kick off the 2017 season, the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, is offering the grand slam of room rates – a night’s stay for only $20.16. This special rate is available only on April 10 and April 11, 2017 when the Chicago Cubs play the Los Angeles Dodgers for the 2017 season home opener.

Reservations can be made on a first come, first serve basis on February 25 and February 26, the first days of spring training. Twenty rooms will be available at this special rate on April 10 and 11. One room reservation per person is allowed and this special promotion does not apply to group bookings.

“Cubs fans and the city are still whirling in excitement over last year’s World Series win and we want to continue that momentum by offering special home-opener rates. We are excited to root for the home team and look forward to another exciting baseball season here in Chicago,” said Chris Zarek, general manager.

Located in the heart of Chicago’s upscale shopping, dining and entertainment district, the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown offers guests European elegance and high-quality services. The stylish hotel located at 630 N. Rush Street, boasts urban, simplistic and clean designs with European aesthetics, the latest technology and communal functional spaces and innovative food and beverage programming it its AC Lounge and AC Kitchen. AC Hotel Chicago Downtown opened in June 2015 and was the fourth AC Hotels by Marriott branded property to open in the U.S.

AC Hotel Chicago Downtown offers nearly 3,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, European style breakfast, delicious small plate dining in the evening, craft cocktails at the hotel’s signature AC Lounge, communal spaces and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.

To book this special promotion February 25 and 26, please call the hotel at (312) 981-6604. Tax and restrictions apply; not available on previously booked rooms.

About AC Hotels by Marriott
AC Hotels by Marriott®, a lifestyle brand that celebrates a new modern aesthetic complemented by a European soul and Spanish roots boasts more than 90 design-led hotels in Spain, Italy, Portugal, Denmark, Turkey, France and the United States. Design-driven AC Hotels edit away the unnecessary to remove friction, providing thoughtfully designed moments of beauty, allowing guests to focus on what’s important to them. Property highlights include design-savvy guest rooms with sleek furnishings and intuitive technology features. See achotels.marriott.com for more information.

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning, including hotel food and beverage concepts developed by its Marcus Restaurant Group, including Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. The company is also growing its experiential restaurant concept, The SafeHouse, with a Chicago location opening in early 2017. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

Lincoln, Neb., February 2, 2017. . . . . The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel, majority owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, today announced Nicole Battelle Van Hook as its second Artist in Residence. Battelle Van Hook will move into the studio and gallery space on the main level of the hotel on April 1st.

Battelle Van Hook was one of five finalists for the program. A lifelong Nebraskan, she is a full-scale paper scultpture artist, ultizing specialty papers and Swarovski crystals. Actively involved in the Lincoln community, she has created costumes for Lincoln Pinewood Bowl, previously managed Paper Panache and fashioned tablescapes for Table Inspirations at the Lied Center for Performing Arts.

Paper Artist Nicole Battelle Van Hook creates full scale paper sculptures and wearable paper couture. She is inspired by the ballet and her imagination. Battelle, states “Paper dances for me, I have to see it come to life.”

Her passion for paper sculpture and wearable paper couture has led to a permanent piece at National Museum of Dance in New York and intensive collaborations with California-based Ballet Zaida.

The hotel will host Battelle Van Hook on the property in a gallery space open to the public for the Cornhusker Artist-in-Residence program. During her year of residency, Battelle Van Hook will spend 30 hours weekly in an on-site studio, creating pieces, organzing weekly gallery classes, hosting First Friday Artwalks and networking with guests to create a truly enriching experience for all.

A legacy piece will be created during her year of residency to permanently be on display within the hotel. Her piece will be displayed next to the piece created by the first Artist In Residence, Margaret Berry.

The Artist-in-Residence program was created by Marcus Hotels & Resorts in 2009 at The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee, Wis. The program encourages the public and guests to interact with a local artist, enriching the overall guest experience during their visit as they are able to connect with the artist and see the evolution of the pieces created. The excellent guest response to the program at The Pfister led to expanding the program to other company-owned properties, including the Skirvin Hilton Hotel in Oklahoma City, Okla.

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel is located at 333 South 13th Street in Lincoln, Neb. and is majority owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts. For more information or to reserve accommodations, please call 1-800-228-9290 or visit www.marriott.com/lnkfs.

About The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
Located in the heart of downtown Lincoln just minutes from the historic Haymarket District, The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel has proudly served Nebraska’s capital city for nearly 90 years. Known as the premier downtown destination for business and leisure travelers, the 300-room property is within easy walking distance of the University of Nebraska campus, Memorial Stadium, the State Capitol, Haymarket district, Railyard and Pinnacle Bank Arena. Take advantage of the hotel’s newly renovated amenities, including 46,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and complimentary Wi-Fi in all public spaces– or grab a perfectly paired bite and brew at The Miller Time Pub & Grill, take a dip in the heated indoor pool, hit the gym and more. To keep up with the latest Cornhusker happenings, find the hotel on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/thecornhuskermarriott) or follow it on Twitter and Instagram (@thecornhuskerh).

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning, including hotel food and beverage concepts developed by its Marcus Restaurant Group, including Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. The company is also growing its experiential restaurant concept, The SafeHouse, with a Chicago location opening in early 2017. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

From Valentine’s Day offerings to Winter Carnival festivities, couples and families can celebrate winter with an array of activities

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (January 30, 2017) – February is a flurry of fun at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa! From special Valentine’s Day packages available all month long to Military Appreciation Day offerings and snow festivities at the annual Winter Carnival at The Mountain Top, the all-seasons resort is offering a variety of activities for all types of travelers. Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is a AAA Four-Diamond Resort, owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts.

Romance is in the Air all February Long

Celebrate romance with a selection of Valentine’s Day offerings fit for every couple. Whether you’re celebrating a first Valentine’s Day getaway or a lifetime of love, experience a romantic escape that allows couples to reconnect with special indulgences and quality time together. Packages include:

Luxe & Love, an Over-the-Top Valentine’s Day

Take your Valentine’s Day game to the next level. Offered Feb. 17 – Feb. 19, guests will receive the following:

• Two-night stay in a premier suite
• Couples massage and individual pampering at WELL Spa + Salon, including a facial and blowout for the ladies and a gentleman’s facial for men
• Custom necklace made by China West Jewelers featuring a solid gold heart-shaped Lake Geneva charm necklace
• Private menu selection with Grand Geneva Chef and personalized menu delivered for a private meal in your suite
• Champagne with dinner for an extra special toast

The Snuggle is Real
First comes love. Then comes marriage. And somewhere in between there’s a cozy ride on a horse-drawn carriage. Snuggle up with your special someone for a sleigh or carriage ride and a romantic dinner for two all February long with the following:

• Two-night stay in a deluxe guestroom
• Horse-drawn carriage or sleigh ride through Lake Geneva’s gorgeous trails
• Grand Geneva blanket to keep cozy with your loved one
• 15% discount for the WELL Spa + Salon
• Romantic dinner for two at Geneva ChopHouse or Ristorante Brissago

Snowbody I’d Rather Love

Shout from The Mountain Top if you’re in love! Adventurous couples can spend a day on the slopes enjoying scenic views from The Mountain Top with this heartwarming package. Offered Feb. 1 though Feb. 28 on Sundays through Thursdays, this romantic package includes:

• One-night stay in a deluxe guest room
• Two lift tickets for one day of skiing or snowboarding at The Mountain Top
• Ski or snowboard rentals for two
• Two refreshing Après Ski cocktails
• Anderson Candies welcoming gift

Cure Cabin Fever at The Mountain Top

The Mountain Top, Grand Geneva’s 20-run ski hill, is busy with activity this February. With the latest snowmaking technology, Grand Geneva offers incredible skiing in the Midwest all winter long. Cure cabin fever with these events and specials happening in February:

• 2017 Annual Winter Carnival, Feb. 4 – Embrace the wonderment of the winter season at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa’s annual Winter Carnival. On Saturday, Feb. 4 from 9 a.m. – 8 p.m., celebrate the season with an array of exciting snow festivities all day at the resort’s Mountain Top ski hill. From complimentary snow games and Grand Geneva’s famous torch light parade, to boarder cross and rail jam competitions at the new terrain park on the ski hill, families will be busy playing in the snow all day long. A grand finale fireworks display will finish off the celebration.

• Military Appreciation Day at The Mountain Top, Feb. 24 – To all the brave men and women that serve our country – Grand Geneva salutes you. In honor of Military Appreciation Day, Grand Geneva will extend ski and snowboard offerings to military and their families. On Friday, Feb. 24, from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m., all active military will receive a complimentary lift ticket and rentals at The Mountain Top. The resort will also extend a 50 percent discount on lift tickets and rentals to all military families for a day of winter fun on the slopes, as well as $10 lift tickets and rentals for veterans. Valid military ID required at check-in.

For more information on Grand Geneva Resort & Spa and February happenings, please visit www.grandgeneva.com.

 

###

 

About Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-wining all-seasons resorts set on 1,300 acres in the legendary south-eastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva, just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee. The property features 355 guest rooms; WELL Spa + Salon; two championship 18-hole golf courses; The Mountain Top, a three-chair/20-run ski and snowboard facility, 62,000 square feet of meeting and convention space and three restaurants. For more information, please visit www.grandgeneva.com and follow us on on Facebook and Twitter.

 

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning, including hotel food and beverage concepts developed by its Marcus Restaurant Group, including Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. The company is also growing its experiential restaurant concept, The SafeHouse, with a Chicago location opening in early 2017. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

Chicago, Ill., January 23, 2017. . . .The Marriott AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, is thanking meeting planners and event organizers all year long with a new series of offers, #ACYearOfThanks.

Every month, a different promotion will be available at the new, 226-room lifestyle hotel just steps away from the Magnificent Mile. This month’s offer includes a complimentary coffee break for up to 20 people for meetings booked in January.

Located in the heart of Chicago’s upscale shopping, dining and entertainment district, the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown offers guests European elegance and high-quality services. The stylish hotel located at 630 N. Rush Street boasts urban, simplistic and clean designs with European aesthetics, the latest technology and communal functional spaces and innovative food and beverage programming it its AC Lounge and AC Kitchen. AC Hotel Chicago Downtown opened in June 2015 and was the fourth AC Hotels by Marriott branded property to open in the U.S.

“The AC Hotel Chicago Downtown offers an intimate event and meeting venue in the heart of bustling downtown Chicago. Our prime location and connected parking structure offer both convenience and proximity to everything Chicago has to offer. Guests will enjoy our knowledgeable staff, up-to-date technologies and creative spaces for every type of event or small group meeting,” said Chris Zarek, general manager.

AC Hotel Chicago Downtown offers nearly 3,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, European style breakfast, delicious small plate dining in the evening, craft cocktails at the hotel’s signature AC Lounge, communal spaces and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.

To learn more about #ACYearOfThanks, please visit: AC Hotel Chicago Downtown or contact Kathrynmalis@achotelchicago.com or call 312-981-6615 to book your meeting.

About AC Hotels by Marriott
AC Hotels by Marriott®, a lifestyle brand that celebrates a new modern aesthetic complemented by a European soul and Spanish roots boasts more than 90 design-led hotels in Spain, Italy, Portugal, Denmark, Turkey, France and the United States. Design-driven AC Hotels edit away the unnecessary to remove friction, providing thoughtfully designed moments of beauty, allowing guests to focus on what’s important to them. Property highlights include design-savvy guest rooms with sleek furnishings and intuitive technology features. See achotels.marriott.com for more information.

LAKE GENEVA, WI – January 20, 2017 – Lake Geneva’s WELL Spa + Salon, located at the AAA Four-Diamond Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, was named the No. 16 Spa in North America, the No. 2 Spa in Wisconsin and No. 2 Lake Spa Experience by Spas of America in the Top 100 Spas of 2016 awards. This award recognizes the commitment to customer service and attention to detail that WELL Spa + Salon is known for. The resort is owned and operated by Marcus Hotels & Resorts.

“It’s fantastic to be listed amongst the leading spas throughout the U.S., Mexico and Canada,” said Spa Director Gordon Tareta. “At WELL Spa + Salon, our staff and therapists take pride in excellent quality and outstanding customer satisfaction, and we’re proud to be a recipient of such a premier accolade in the industry. Not only do we boast one of the leading spas in the Midwest, but Grand Geneva is a true resort destination for wellness offerings such as golf, hiking, skiing, spa and more.”

With treatments ranging from soothing massages and stimulating body treatments, to advanced aesthetics, a new Blow Dry bar, and makeup consultations using a range of organic products and fragrant aromatherapy oils, WELL Spa + Salon offers more than 65 spa and salon services. Incorporating a tranquility room, steam room and sauna, WELL Spa + Salon at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is devoted to syncing mind and body while renewing senses in an environment of relaxation.

WELL Spa + Salon curates a selection of the finest organic products to deliver a personalized spa service for every guest, as well as seasonal offerings that showcase the iconic scents and energies of each season. Guests of the spa also receive access to the Fitness Center, which offers an array of classes such as cycling or yoga, as well as a 35-foot-tall climbing wall, a basketball court, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, and an indoor lap pool.

To reach WELL Spa + Salon, please call (800) 558-3417 or visit www.GrandGenevaWellSpa.com.

About Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-wining all-seasons resorts set on 1,300 acres in the legendary south-eastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva, just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee. The property features 355 guest rooms; WELL Spa + Salon; two championship 18-hole golf courses; The Mountain Top, a three-chair/20-run ski and snowboard facility, 62,000 square feet of meeting and convention space and three restaurants. For more information, please visit www.grandgeneva.com and follow us on on Facebook and Twitter.

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning, including hotel food and beverage concepts developed by its Marcus Restaurant Group, including Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. The company is also growing its experiential restaurant concept, The SafeHouse, with a Chicago location opening in early 2017. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

About Spas of America
Spas of America is the world’s largest spa travel website, showcasing 500 of the best resort, hotel and health spas to consumers around the world. We inspire healthy living and travel by providing consumers with a beautiful, clean, easy-to-use online experience in HD quality. The website allows consumers to search for spas by name, keyword, location or experience, and to browse spas on an interactive map. Launched in 2005, Spas of America has received over 1 million page views. The site’s traffic is very targeted: 90% US and Canada; 70% female; 25-65 years of age (39 median); college educated; high household income; and health, wellness and travel oriented.

Follow Spas of America on Facebook at www.facebook.com/spasofamerica and join us on Twitter at twitter.com/spasofamerica

MILWAUKEE – January 17, 2017 – Mason Street Grill, Milwaukee’s top restaurant for power lunches, wood-fired steaks, fresh seafood, private dining, after-work cocktails and live entertainment, is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2017. As part of its celebration activities, the restaurant will undergo exciting enhancements and renovations to be unveiled to the public in early February.

“It has been an honor to serve our many notable, loyal guests and city visitors since opening 10 years ago and we thank everyone in the community who has supported Mason Street Grill. As we celebrate our anniversary next month, we are excited to unveil a refreshed look for the restaurant, as well as an updated menu developed by Executive Chef Ramses Alvarez. Our Mason Street Grill family is truly grateful for the past 10 years and we look forward to continuing to serve and be part of the fabric of the downtown neighborhood in the years to come,” said General Manager Serkan Yorulmaz.

One of the most prominent changes guests will notice is at the kitchen counter. The current space will be divided in half to create two separate chef’s counters, both offering a special menu exclusively for those seated in this area. The special menu will feature seasonal ingredients and provide a unique interactive dining experience as guests are able to observe and interact with the staff in the lively kitchen.
With this renovation, an increased emphasis has been placed on the artwork. Linda Marcus, local designer and artist, will curate a collection of local and international art to be displayed throughout the restaurant.

The restaurant will refresh its traditional look with new wood floors, updated seating restored with a dark brown leather, and an upgraded wine room display, that has a new design and look.

In addition to refreshing the overall décor, guests can look forward to expanded beverage offerings including new wine selections showcasing regional wine varieties and selective whiskey and bourbon options.

Mason Street Grill will be temporarily closed beginning Sunday, January 22 and will re-open on Thursday, February 9. For ongoing renovation updates and a sneak peek into hidden secrets and interesting facts about Mason Street Grill and its staff, please visit the restaurant’s Facebook page.

Additional information and updates will be announced in the coming weeks.

For more information on the latest news and updates from Marcus Hotels & Resorts, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com.

About Mason Street Grill
Located in downtown Milwaukee adjacent to The Pfister Hotel, the award-winning Mason Street Grill is the place where Milwaukee works and plays. Serving lunch, dinner, after work cocktails, appetizers and more, Mason Street Grill is the quintessential neighborhood restaurant for Milwaukee residents and visitors alike. Mason Street Grill’s open kitchen serves creative, regional American cooking that reflects the bounty and vitality of Wisconsin. The wood-fired oven and grill supply the best Midwestern steaks, chops, seafood and hearth baked breads and flatbreads, which create the centerpieces of the menu. Wisconsin’s rich farmlands help produce a menu steeped in tradition and splashed with the flair and creativity reflective of urban Milwaukee. For the fifth year in a row, Mason Street Grill has achieved Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence, for its offering of more than 90 diverse and quality wine selections and wine pairings. With a vibrant bar scene, bustling dining room, lounge, elegant private dining and exciting menu, Mason Street Grill is the place to experience the best elements of the region: wonderfully fresh cuisine, expert service and an unmatched atmosphere.

About Marcus Restaurant Group
Milwaukee-based Marcus Restaurant Group, an operating unit of Marcus Hotels & Resorts, develops and operates distinctive nationwide establishments ranging from casual and fine dining to trendy lounges and creative concepts. From cuisine and cocktails to ambiance and vibe, each Marcus Restaurant Group experience is carefully designed to fuse with the local scene offering the finest quality farm to table products, wine and craft beverages and inspired dishes that cater to every taste. Award-winning concepts include Miller Time Pub & Grill, ChopHouse, Mason Street Grill and The SafeHouse. Frequent diners are encouraged to partake in the Marcus Rewards loyalty program at participating restaurants, bars and lounges at: http://www.marcusrewards.com. For more information on Marcus Restaurant Group please visit www.marcusrestaurants.com or visit Facebook and twitter for the latest news and updates.

Milwaukee, Wis., January 11, 2017….Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a nationally recognized hotel owner and management company, offers memorable venue spaces, delectable catering menus and luxurious accommodations to make your wedding day unforgettable. Marcus Hotels & Resorts’ properties throughout the U.S. offer a variety of wedding packages to ensure a seamless event from start to finish. From a trendy boutique-style wedding in the heart of downtown Chicago to picturesque outdoor rooftop ceremonies and a dream destination wedding in Las Vegas overlooking the Vegas Strip, Marcus Hotels’ properties provide a truly exceptional experience to meet every couple’s wedding day needs.

Bet on Forever at The Platinum Hotel & Spa
For the couple looking for an unforgettable destination wedding, The Platinum Hotel & Spa in Las Vegas, Nevada offers all that and more! Marked by its stunning off-strip location, the hotel’s wedding space in Las Vegas is poised as a perfect backdrop for the special day every couple has dreamed of. From sunset poolside receptions to a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Las Vegas Strip, the Platinum Hotel & Spa provides an elegant and sophisticated setting for every wedding. Wedding packages offer unique, custom-designed ceremonies and receptions including video services, a sparkling champagne toast, music and DJ packages, complimentary valet parking, floral centerpieces and many other accommodations. For more information, and to view current wedding packages available, please visit: http://weddings.theplatinumhotel.com.

Have a Fairy Tale Wedding at The Skirvin Hilton
From the magnificence of the Grand Ballroom to the quaintness of the Continental Room, The Skirvin Hilton hotel in Oklahoma City offers every bride her fairy tale wedding. The experienced staff and catering experts ensure the night is more than you could ever imagine as you make memories that will last a lifetime. For couples who book their wedding before February 28, 2017, choose one of the following perks for your special day:

• Upgrade a three-course dinner to a five course (includes menu card at each place setting)
• Three complimentary passed hors d’oeuvres for the cocktail hour with the reception package (includes complimentary signage with menu)
• Complimentary late night station
• Complimentary horse drawn carriage
• 20 percent off reception food

This reward package is available for all weddings celebrated by December 31, 2017. For more information, please visit: http://www.skirvinhilton.com/weddings-oklahoma-city/.

Say “I Do” Under the Stars at the Crowne Plaza Minneapolis Northstar
The Crowne Plaza Northstar hotel in downtown Minneapolis features an iconic outdoor SkyGarden event space for ceremonies and receptions. The beautiful rooftop space offers great city views looking out to the Foshay Tower.

This classic venue also includes an elegant ballroom that seats 250 and has customized packages that include fresh floral centerpieces, cake cutting, linens, chair covers and a wedding event manager. The hotel features 222 guest rooms, discounted guestroom rates for friends and family, and a complimentary suite for the couple to complete a fantastic day. Brides will also enjoy complimentary ballroom draping and discounted rental fees for booking their 2017 wedding. To start planning today, call 612-436-9351 or email Weddings@CPminneapolis.com.

Tie the Knot in Style at the Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington
Couples can take in all the benefits of the lovely renovated Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington hotel featuring a 5,040 square-foot ballroom that can seat up to 300 guests. The new spacious event space and upscale décor exude elegance.

This 256-room hotel offers outdoor space for ceremonies and cocktail receptions and also gifts every bride and groom with a complimentary guestroom on their wedding night. Other complimentary services include gift opening or rehearsal dinner space and discounted rates for friends and family. As an added bonus for couples, guests can take advantage of the complimentary shuttle service to and from Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport as well as utilize a wedding specialist on staff that can customize wedding packages to make each couple’s day unique and unforgettable. Book a wedding in 2017 for 2018 and pick your perk at the Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington. Select from one of these bonuses: complimentary wine pour with dinner, uplighting, or suite the night before the wedding. View this exclusive offer here: http://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/minnesota/hilton-minneapolis-bloomington-MSPBWHF/event/weddings.html.

Celebrate Your Love in the Windy City at the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown
Located just steps away from the excitement of Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown offers couples and their guests a breathtaking city venue with stellar amenities for small group events. Group room blocks are available at the AC, and couples can enjoy a complimentary upgrade to a Superior room the night before and the night of the wedding, and toast with champagne after saying “I do.” Guests will also enjoy 50 percent off parking in an indoor covered parking structure connected to the hotel for ease and convenience. Small banquet space is also available for brunches, rehearsal dinners, gift openings and more. For more information or to book your wedding block, contact Kathryn Malis at KathrynMalis@achotelchicago.com or call at 312-981-6615.

“On Wisconsin” at the Hilton Madison Monona Terrace
Madison, Wisconsin is known for Badger football and basketball, so make your wedding day truly something to remember with a special appearance by mascot “Bucky” Badger and the horns section from the UW – Madison Marching Band. To make this a true Wisconsin event, the Hilton Madison Monona Terrace also offers a classic custom Wisconsin tailgate buffet dinner and local wine and craft beer hour. The special couple will be gifted with custom Mr. and Mrs. matching Under Armor polo shirts and a complimentary wedding suite or certificate for a one year anniversary stay. Guests will receive a custom Wisconsin Badger keepsake and complimentary valet parking. For more information, please visit http://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/wisconsin/hilton-madison-monona-terrace-MSNMHHF/event/index.html.

Let Love Blossom at the Beautiful Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
Take your wedding from good to grand at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Breathtaking surroundings, elegant reception space and outstanding cuisine will turn your wedding into the picture-perfect day. Couples who book by January 31, 2017 and with a minimum purchase of $10,000 on food and beverage can also benefit from cost savings by picking two of four perks:

• Complimentary upgrade to a premium open bar with an open bar package
• Complimentary one-night anniversary stay to celebrate the first year
• Complimentary upgrade to a Premier Suite for the couple on the wedding night
• 20 percent discount on WELL Spa service for the bride or groom

Couples with a minimum purchase of $20,000 on food and beverage will also receive a $500 gift card to use at the resort during the wedding weekend. Offer valid for 2017 weddings booked by January 31, 2017. Valid on new bookings only. For more information, please call the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa wedding team at 800-558-3417 or email at Weddings@GrandGeneva.com.

Happily Ever After at The Hilton Milwaukee City Center
At the AAA-Four Diamond Hilton Milwaukee City Center, the pre-eminent downtown location allows bridal parties to stay for free during January, February or March weddings in 2017 or 2018. The couple will receive up to 10 room nights for those who are taking part in their special day. The hotel also offers specials for weddings booked on a Friday or Sunday. Couples can receive 15 percent off hosted food and beverage to keep a budget-friendly wedding. The newlyweds will also be gifted with a complimentary room night valid during the first year of marriage. For those serving in our military, the Hilton Milwaukee City Center offers 25 percent off hosted food and beverage. With all of this, plus Hilton HHonors points, couples will begin their happily ever after at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center. For information, please visit: http://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/wisconsin/hilton-milwaukee-city-center-MKEMHHF/event/weddings.html.

Get Married in Style at the InterContinental Milwaukee
The InterContinental Milwaukee’s downtown location in Milwaukee’s theatre district brings contemporary style to the couple’s special day. Downtown views and a luxurious atmosphere offer couples and their guests a unique experience. From special rates on food and beverage for Friday or Sunday weddings to 10 complimentary room nights for the bridal party, the InterContinental Milwaukee presents wedding specials to make every bride feel like a princess.

To help celebrate the special day, the hotel also provides a gift to the couple for a complimentary room night valid during the first year of marriage. For those serving in our military, the InterContinental Milwaukee also offers 25 percent off hosted food and beverage. To learn more, please visit: http://www.marcusweddings.com/intercontinental-milwaukee-weddings/index.asp.

A Wedding to Stand the Tests of Time at The Pfister Hotel
The timeless and elegant AAA-Four Diamond Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin offers couples breathtaking backdrops and is home to some of the most beautiful ballroom space in the state of Wisconsin. For more than 120 years and over 6,500 weddings, The Pfister Hotel has developed and maintained a tradition of elegance and personal service for Milwaukee’s most discerning brides and grooms. The Pfister Hotel offers a variety of wedding packages to make dreams come true. Spectacular architecture, luxurious accommodations, unrivaled venues and a sense of history distinguish The Pfister Hotel as the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable event. Book your wedding during January, February or March in 2017 or 2018 and receive up to 10 room nights for your wedding party. The newlyweds also receive one complimentary room night, valid during the couple’s first year of marriage. The Pfister Hotel also offers 10 percent off food and beverage for Friday and Sunday weddings and 25 percent off hosted food and beverage for those serving in our military. For more information, visit: http://www.thepfisterhotel.com/milwaukee-weddings.

All You Need is Love at The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North
Atlanta’s premiere wedding destination, the Westin Atlanta Perimeter North offers couples romantic scenery with a private lake and awe-inspiring décor. The hotel’s special rewards and bonus Starpoints®, which can be used immediately towards honeymoon nights, give the bride and groom an amazing experience to add to their special day. The wedding package also includes a complimentary overnight guest room for the bridal couple and a sparkling toast at the reception. This reward package is available for all weddings reserved by December 31, 2017. For more information, please visit: http://www.westinatlantanorth.com/atlanta-wedding.

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning, including hotel food and beverage concepts developed by its Marcus Restaurant Group, including Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. The company is also growing its experiential restaurant concept, The SafeHouse, with a Chicago location opening in early 2017. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (January 5, 2017) – Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is setting the stage for a Wedding Showcase on Jan. 14, presenting brides and grooms with the buzziest 2017 trends featuring a top-tier coterie of the region’s premier vendors with complimentary canapes and champagne. Getting “aisle style” at the bucolic resort has never been so elegant, or so easy.

“Showcasing our top-tier local vendors and providing soon-to-be newlyweds with all the latest wedding trends is an extension of Grand Geneva’s commitment to elevating guest services,” said Catering Sales Manager Heather Dahlman. “We are truly a destination for creating unforgettable occasions, and aim to customize every event with unique flair.”

The showcase is a festive opportunity to tap Wisconsin-based vendors including photographer Matt Mason, Ideal Impressions Photography, Gia Bella Flowers & Gifts, Lilypots florals, Flowers by Joseph and Frontier Flowers of Fontana. The haute 2017 trend forecast includes color palettes of dusty blue, red combined with dark grey, and mauve mixed with navy blue. On the themed decoration front, it’s all about boho chic, magical forest greenery and the new neutral, where ivory and white provide a dreamy backdrop.

“Grand Geneva is a magical setting for weddings, and this showcase delivers what’s new, now and next for custom-tailored ceremonies and receptions that will create memories as cherished as our newlyweds’ vows,” said Dahlman. “Every detail matters.”

The New Year wedding special is Pick 2 Perks, where two extra perks are provided to newlyweds who spend a $10,000 minimum on food and beverage. Valid through January 31, the couple can choose two complimentary enhancements including:

• Complimentary upgrade to a premium open bar with an open bar package
• Complimentary 1-night anniversary stay to celebrate the first year
• Complimentary upgrade to a Premier Suite for the couple on their wedding night
• 20% discount on a WELL Spa service for the bride or groom

Couples who purchase $20,000 on food and beverage will receive a $500 gift card to use anywhere at the resort during their wedding weekend in addition to the pick two option above.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-winning AAA Four-Diamond resort owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts. As an all-seasons resort set on 1,300 acres in the legendary southeastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva, it’s the ultimate destination for brides to plan the wedding of their dreams. It’s also ideally located just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee. There are various nuptial locations at the picturesque property, from lavish ballrooms to al fresco settings, which offer breathtaking, va-va-voom vistas for the most photogenic of weddings. Additionally, Ristorante Brissago and Geneva ChopHouse offer intimate spaces for rehearsal dinners and small wedding receptions.

For more information on Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, wedding offerings and the Wedding Showcase, visit www.grandgeneva.com.

###

About Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-wining all-seasons resorts set on 1,300 acres in the legendary south-eastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva, just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee. The property features 355 guest rooms; WELL Spa + Salon; two championship 18-hole golf courses; The Mountain Top, a three-chair/20-run ski and snowboard facility, 62,000 square feet of meeting and convention space and three restaurants. For more information, please visit www.grandgeneva.com and follow us on on Facebook and Twitter.

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning, including hotel food and beverage concepts developed by its Marcus Restaurant Group, including Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. The company is also growing its experiential restaurant concept, The SafeHouse, with a Chicago location opening in early 2017. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

 

 

Chicago, Ill., January 5, 2017. . . .The Marriott AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, is thanking everyday heroes with special discounted rates.

The AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, one of Chicago’s newest lifestyle hotels located steps away from the Magnificent Mile, is offering police, firefighters, paramedics and active and retired military 30 percent off the best available rates, beginning at only $89, to thank them for their invaluable service to the community.

“First responders and members of the military put their needs and lives ahead of our own every day, and we want to thank them for their continued service to our community with a 30% rate discount. The AC Hotel Chicago Downtown is situated perfectly for first responders and military members looking to experience everything the city has to offer, and we welcome them to our property,” said Chris Zarek, general manager.

Located in Chicago’s popular River North area, the heart of the city’s shopping, dining and entertainment district, the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown offers travelers European elegance and high-quality services. The 226-room hotel located at 630 N. Rush Street boasts urban, simplistic and clean designs with European aesthetics, the latest technology and communal functional spaces and innovative food and beverage programming it its AC Lounge and AC Kitchen. AC Hotel Chicago Downtown opened in June 2015 and was the fourth AC Hotels by Marriott branded property to open in the U.S.

Police, firefighters, paramedics and active and retired military can book the discount rate online using promo code “C28,” or by calling 844.672.9070, and reserving a stay under the “First Responders Rate.” When checking in, guests booking under the “First Responders Rate” will provide their badges or IDs to the front desk and enjoy a relaxing stay at Chicago’s premier hotel. Restrictions apply and rate is subject to availability and is valid through 2017.

About AC Hotels by Marriott
AC Hotels by Marriott®, a lifestyle brand that celebrates a new modern aesthetic complemented by a European soul and Spanish roots boasts more than 90 design-led hotels in Spain, Italy, Portugal, Denmark, Turkey, France and the United States. Design-driven AC Hotels edit away the unnecessary to remove friction, providing thoughtfully designed moments of beauty, allowing guests to focus on what’s important to them. Property highlights include design-savvy guest rooms with sleek furnishings and intuitive technology features. See achotels.marriott.com for more information.

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning, including hotel food and beverage concepts developed by its Marcus Restaurant Group. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).