Madison, Wis., October 24, 2016. . . . .Capitol ChopHouse, adjacent to the Hilton Madison hotel and member of the Marcus® Restaurant Group, announced today that it has appointed Sean Pharr as executive chef. In his new position, Pharr will oversee all culinary operations of the restaurant and ensure that guests receive the highest standards in service and a unique dining experience.

“We are thrilled to have Sean lead the Capitol ChopHouse culinary team as executive chef and are excited he has come back to the city where he started his career,” said Skip Harless, general manager of the Hilton Madison. “His deep knowledge and passion for culinary excellence will be greatly appreciated by our guests as we continue to be recognized as one of the best steakhouses in Madison.”

Pharr brings more than 18 years of culinary experience to the Capitol ChopHouse. He began his culinary career at Harvest, located on Capitol Square in Madison. In 2005, Pharr moved to Chicago, Ill., accepting a position at TRU, before moving to Blue Water Grill as sous chef. In 2009, Pharr was sought out to become sous chef at Osteria Via Stato. Pharr later joined the Park Hyatt in Chicago for the re-launch of NoMI Kitchen as the chef de cuisine. In 2014, he accepted a position with B. Hospitality Co. working at Balena in Chicago and assisted with the opening team at Formento’s. After helping with the launch, Pharr moved to B. Hospitality Co.’s flagship restaurant, The Bristol as the executive chef, where he created a menu focused on classic flavor combinations and reintroduced the nose-to-tail approach to cooking.

“I am excited to be back in Madison, where I started my career,” said Pharr. “I am eager to work with the Capitol ChopHouse, and in a community with such talented chefs.”

Capital ChopHouse is located at 9 East Wilson Street, Madison, Wis. For reservations, please visit opentable.com or call 608-225-0165.

About Capitol ChopHouse
Located adjacent to the Hilton Madison, the award-winning Capitol ChopHouse is Madison’s power lunch spot and features great steaks and seafood. The menu offers organic and natural foods with local ingredients purchased from farmers’ markets throughout the area. For more information, visit www.capitolchophouse.com.

About the Hilton Madison
The Hilton Madison is located on the shimmering shores of Lake Monona, one block from the state capitol building and in the heart of Madison’s dining, shopping, entertainment, art and theatre districts. The property is connected to the Monona Terrace Convention Center, making it the premier location for business meetings and social gatherings. Located adjacent to the Hilton Madison, the award-winning Capitol ChopHouse is Madison’s power lunch spot and features great steaks and seafood. The menu offers organic and natural foods with local ingredients purchased from farmers’ markets throughout the area. The Hilton Madison was named the best hotel by Madison Magazine in 2011 and received the Planners Choice Award from Meeting News, among other recognitions. Reservations can be made by calling 866-403-8838. For more information, visit www.hiltonmadison.com.

About Marcus Restaurant Group
Milwaukee-based Marcus Restaurant Group, an operating unit of Marcus Hotels & Resorts, develops and operates distinctive nation-wide 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., October 25, 2016 – InterContinental® Milwaukee, which is owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, today announced a donation of more than $13,000 to ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis, the country’s leading organization that provides free, personalized information and one-to-one support to people affected by breast cancer—patients, families and friends.

Just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the donation is a result of InterContinental Milwaukee’s two Pink Rooms – two special guest rooms designed to build awareness, raise funds, offer support and foster hope for those fighting breast cancer. Over the past seven years, a portion of the proceeds from each stay in the rooms has been donated to ABCD. Each year the contribution has increased, due to the growing interest in the cause and the program.

“InterContinental Milwaukee’s Pink Rooms have served as powerful symbols of hope and encouragement for both our associates and guests,” said Joseph Khairallah, president and chief operating officer of Marcus Hotels & Resorts. “We are proud to be active in supporting breast cancer survivorship and look forward to continuing our partnership with ABCD.”

“ABCD is grateful to be part of this creative program,” said Ginny Finn, executive director of ABCD. “The Pink Room project serves the dual purpose of raising the profile of ABCD’s services that are available 365 days a year, and raising funds to make sure all those who turn to us are served at no charge.”

The latest donation brings the total contribution to ABCD since the inception of the program to nearly $86,000. Since the Pink Rooms opened, more than 3,440 guests from 42 states and 12 different countries have stayed in the special guest rooms.

For more information, please visit: http://www.intercontinentalmilwaukee.com/pink-room/

About ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Founded in 1999 by Emmy award-winning journalist Melodie Wilson Oldenburg ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis’ signature service is one-to-one peer mentoring – providing free, personalized one-to-one support to breast cancer patients, their families and friends. Mentor matches are personalized based on similar diagnoses, treatment plans and many life circumstances. With over 1,000 professionally trained and supported peer Mentors, ABCD is accessible from anywhere in the world by phone or internet. One-to-one support is available from diagnosis through treatment and anytime throughout the breast cancer journey. For more information, visit www.abcdbreastcancersupport.org, or find us on Facebook at ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis.

About the Pink Room
The initial idea for the Pink Room project came from three InterContinental Milwaukee employees’—who all share a personal connection with the disease—desire to support the fight against breast cancer. When guests of the Pink Room enter their room they’re greeted by an abundance of pink—from the comforter to the commissioned artwork. They’ll notice a laptop on the desk that opens up to the Pink Room blog, where they can read previous guests’ survival stories, learn about breast cancer events in the area and much more.

InterContinental Milwaukee’s guests have been inspired by design concept and stories left on the Pink Room blog since the hotel began taking reservations for the Pink Rooms. More information on the Pink Rooms can be found at pinkroomstories.com. Over the years, InterContinental Milwaukee’s Pink Room concept has won numerous awards, including a national ‘Stars of the Industry’ award from American Hotel & Lodging Association. The InterContinental Milwaukee is located at 139 E. Kilbourn Ave. in downtown Milwaukee. Find the hotel on Facebook (facebook.com/InterContinentalMilwaukee) or follow it on Twitter (@InterConMKE).

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (October 18, 2016) – Condé Nast Traveler today announced the results of its 29th annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Grand Geneva Resort & Spa recognized as the #8 Top Resort in the Midwest, with a score of 91.11.

“It is a privilege to be recognized by the discerning readers of Condé Nast Traveler and we are honored to be ranked among the top 10 resorts in the Midwest on this esteemed list,” said Managing Director Steve Magnuson. “This is a true testament to the skill and dedication of our staff which strives to provide the ultimate guest experience, and we are grateful to our guests who acknowledged our efforts and voted.”

Over 300,000 dedicated readers – nearly twice as many as last year — cast votes for 7,394 hotels, 606 cities, 500 cruise ships, and 236 islands, in an average survey time of 8.4 minutes. The result? The 1,402 best travel experiences in the world.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, an award-winning AAA Four-Diamond resort owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, is an all-seasons resort 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; the award winning WELL Spa + Salon; two championship 18-hole golf courses; The Mountain Top, a three-chair/18-run ski and snowboard facility; 62,000 square feet of meeting and convention space and three distinctive restaurants.

The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards are the longest-running and most prestigious recognition of excellence in the travel industry and are commonly known as “the best of the best of travel.” Under Editor in Chief Pilar Guzmán, the Readers’ Choice Awards have become more selective and specific to the passions that inspire today’s travelers.

The Readers’ Choice Awards are announced in the November issue of Condé Nast Traveler, on newsstands nationwide on October 25, 2016. The full list is published exclusively online, at www.CNTraveler.com/rca.

For more information on Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, 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. 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).

About Condé Nast Traveler
As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel. Condé Nast Traveler is the most trusted and celebrated name in travel with 6 National Magazine Award wins and 26 nominations in its 28-year history. Advertising Age named Pilar Guzmán Editor of the Year in 2014 and CNTraveler.com attained 4 Webby Awards since 2015. www.cntraveler.com

Milwaukee, Wis., October 19, 2016 – Friends and family can once again look forward to experiencing an elegant traditional high tea reminiscent of the 18th century with the return of The Pfister® Hotel’s popular Afternoon Tea. A treasured memory for many, Afternoon Tea takes place Friday, Saturday & Sunday afternoons beginning October 21, 2016 through April 2, 2017.

The Afternoon Tea experience at The Pfster Hotel is unlike that of any other. Located in Blu, on the 23rd floor of the hotel, guests are welcomed by panoramic views of Milwaukee’s skyline and Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending, presented in all-silver service by a Pfister Tea Butler, paired with fresh scones, sandwiches and pastries.

“Our afternoon tea service is very special as we have our own Tea Butler who educates our guests on each tea offering and blending options as well as distinctive aromas of each variety. The Tea Butler’s personalized attention to making sure each cup of tea is brewed to the correct temperature makes for a cherished experience. As we approach the busy holiday season, we encourage all family members and friends to take a few hours out of their busy day to treat themselves to this beloved tradition,” said Tim Smith, general manager of The Pfister Hotel.

The Pfister Hotel is proud to offer a fine selection of Rishi Teas in 12 varieties, including its signature blend, Pfister 1893, exclusively crafted in 2013 in conjunction with Milwaukee-based Rishi Tea. Pfister 1893 features a blend of jasmine and wild-rose scented white teas infused with rejuvenating peppermint and calming lavender. Menus vary from traditional, sweets, vegetarian and gluten free. The high tea experience is complete with delightful music by a harpist, a cozy fireplace and fine selections of Veuve Cliquot or Veuve Cliquot Rose.

For ladies and gentlemen twelve years and younger, an “All Grown Up” menu is available featuring warm sipping chocolate, lemonade, cider, Vermont ham & cheddar finger sandwiches, herbed chicken salad tartelettes, traditional scones and mini chocolate ganache cupcakes.

Afternoon tea originated in England in the 1800s, and was often served in the drawing room between four and five o’clock. Women would wear long gowns and men their finest suits while they socialized over delicacies and delights.

People of all ages interested in experiencing The Pfister’s Afternoon Tea are invited and encouraged to reserve early for this popular series. Seatings are available at 12:30 p.m., 1:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 414-935-5950 or emailing CustomerCare@marcushotels.com. Private bookings for groups between 12-30 people are also available by contacting Kerry Doyne at 414-298-3147.

More information on The Pfister Hotel high tea experience, menu selections and pricing, please visit: http://www.thepfisterhotel.com/milwaukee-restaurants/tea-service-milwaukee.

For more information on the latest news and updates from Marcus Hotels & Resorts, please visit: http://Media.MarcusHotels.com.

About The Pfister Hotel
The Pfister Hotel has been the premier hotel in downtown Milwaukee for over 120 years. Originally built in 1893 by businessman Guido Pfister, it was the most lavish hotel of its time. The hotel’s storied elegance had faded following World War II, until 1962, when Ben Marcus, founder of The Marcus Corporation, purchased this grand hotel out of bankruptcy. The Marcus family renovated and restored the hotel to its original glory, adding convention facilities, a parking garage and 23-story guest tower. The Pfister Hotel remains home to the largest collection of Victorian art of any hotel in the world, and recently unveiled an interactive augmented reality tour of pieces in this impressive collection. Today the Pfister Hotel continues its tradition of gracious service and impeccable style, and has been recognized for 39 consecutive years by AAA as a Four-Diamond property. The hotel is also an ongoing member of two prestigious organizations, Historic Hotels of America and Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide. The Pfister Hotel is located at 424 E. Wisconsin Ave. in downtown Milwaukee. More information and updates on the hotel can be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thePfisterHotel and on Twitter (@PfisterHotel).

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).

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (October 18, 2016) – Condé Nast Traveler today announced the results of its 29^th annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Grand Geneva Resort & Spa recognized as the #8 Top Resort in the Midwest, with a score of 91.11.

“It is a privilege to be recognized by the discerning readers of Condé Nast Traveler and we are honored to be ranked among the top 10 resorts in the Midwest on this esteemed list,” said Managing Director Steve Magnuson. “This is a true testament to the skill and dedication of our staff which strives to provide the ultimate guest experience, and we are grateful to our guests who acknowledged our efforts and voted.”

Over 300,000 dedicated readers – nearly twice as many as last year — cast votes for 7,394 hotels, 606 cities, 500 cruise ships, and 236 islands, in an average survey time of 8.4 minutes. The result? The 1,402 best travel experiences in the world.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, an award-winning AAA Four-Diamond resort owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, is an all-seasons resort 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; the award winning WELL Spa + Salon; two championship 18-hole golf courses; The Mountain Top, a three-chair/18-run ski and snowboard facility; 62,000 square feet of meeting and convention space and three distinctive restaurants.

The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards are the longest-running and most prestigious recognition of excellence in the travel industry and are commonly known as “the best of the best of travel.” Under Editor in Chief Pilar Guzmán, the Readers’ Choice Awards have become more selective and specific to the passions that inspire today’s travelers.

The Readers’ Choice Awards are announced in the November issue of Condé Nast Traveler, on newsstands nationwide on October 25, 2016. The full list is published exclusively online, at www.CNTraveler.com/rca.

For more information on Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, visit www.grandgeneva.com.

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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. 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).

About Condé Nast Traveler
As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel. Condé Nast Traveler is the most trusted and celebrated name in travel with 6 National Magazine Award wins and 26 nominations in its 28-year history. Advertising Age named Pilar Guzmán Editor of the Year in 2014 and CNTraveler.com attained 4 Webby Awards since 2015. www.cntraveler.com

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (October 6, 2016)— The Skirvin Hilton Hotel is pleased to announce Mike Wimmer as its fifth artist-in-residence. Wimmer, an accomplished illustrator and painter from Oklahoma, will work from the historic hotel’s studio space for one year to showcase his artistic talents.

Born and raised in Muskogee, Okla., Wimmer earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Oklahoma in 1983 and a Master of Fine Arts degree from the Hartford University in Hartford, Conn. in 2009, where his emphasis was illustration.

Wimmer’s artistic work has its own acclaim. From the cover art for Disney’s Lion King Soundtrack and telephone book covers, to full-color, full-page advertisements for some of America’s largest corporations including RJR Nabisco, Procter and Gamble’s Mr. Clean, Huggies Diapers and packaging for Celestial Seasons tea box covers, his work can be seen everywhere. He is best known for his children’s illustrations, which grace the covers of more than 200 books and fill the pages of almost a dozen more. Wimmer has over 40 paintings depicting historic subjects in the Oklahoma State Capitol.

Wimmer currently serves as the Distinguished Visiting Artist and Gallery Director for the Oklahoma City University School of Visual Arts, where he develops young minds using his life goal and personal motto – “Learn it, live it, teach it.” He serves on the board of the Oklahoma Art in Public Spaces Oversight Committee and the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature Museum in Abilene, Texas among others.

The Skirvin’s selection committee, consisting of leaders in the local art community, the Paseo Art Association and The Skirvin Hilton Hotel, selected Wimmer from a distinguished pool of artists.

“We are thrilled to welcome Mike as our new artist-in-residence,” said Gerald Rappaport, general manager of The Skirvin Hilton Hotel. “From abstract mosaics, violin making, poetry and encaustics to paintings and illustrations, it’s exciting to see our program continue to bring such creative and ambitious talent to the Skirvin and downtown Oklahoma City. I am confident our hotel guests will enjoy this unique and personal artist-in-residence experience.”

The Skirvin Hilton Hotel is majority-owned and operated by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with Skirvin Partners in Development.

For more information about The Skirvin Hilton Hotel, call +1 405 272 3040 or visit www.skirvinhilton.com.

About The Skirvin Hilton Hotel
The Skirvin Hilton Hotel originally opened in 1911 and has been synonymous with elegance and innovation for the past five generations, hosting oil barons, dignitaries, movie stars, political leaders and presidents ever since. Guests from around the globe have traveled through the downtown Skirvin Hilton to experience its unique sophistication and timelessness. In 2007, Skirvin Partners in Development, Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Hilton partnered on renovating the hotel to its original glory. The reopening event was designated as an official Oklahoma Centennial event and since the renovation, the hotel has earned AAA Four Diamond rating every year and received the Mayor’s Development Award for best downtown development. The Skirvin Hilton Hotel is owned and operated by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with Skirvin Partners in Development.
The hotel features 225 luxuriously appointed guest rooms, including 20 one-bedroom suites, one presidential suite and 18,500 square feet of premiere meeting and pre-function space. It is home to the upscale Park Avenue Grill restaurant and Red Piano lounge.

The Skirvin was recognized as one of the Best Hotels in the USA by U.S. News & World Report, finishing as the #1 Hotel in Oklahoma City and the State of Oklahoma. The hotel remains on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Skirvin Hilton Hotel is located at One Park Avenue in Oklahoma City. For more information, please visit www.skirvinhilton.com and follow the company on Facebook (www.facebook.com/TheSkirvinHilton ) and Twitter (@SkirvinHiltonOK).

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: http://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

Lake Geneva, WI (October 3, 2016) Halloween is hauntingly near but no worries, Lake Geneva is ready to give you a bewitchingly good time. Will it be Death & Mourning in the Victorian Era, haunted hayrides and houses, Legends & Lore, a Dracula dinner, a Pumpkin Drop, or all of the above?

When Angels Carried them Away: Death & Mourning in the Victorian Era
October 8^th & 15^th, 4:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
This unique boat and house tour experience features a presentation on Victorian funeral and mourning customs, a first floor house tour of Black Point Estate, and narrated lake boat tour of maritime mishaps on the Lake Geneva Cruise Line. Tickets are $40 per person and include the cruise. Purchase tickets at www.cruiselakegeneva.com or call (262) 248-6206.

Haunted Hayrides
Friday and Saturday nights thru October 29^th, 6:00 p.m. – midnight
Ghosts and ghouls will be invading the Dan Patch Stables and woods located at the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa property for spooktacular fun. Tickets are $15 for adults and $6 for kids (6 and under).

Twisted Realms Haunted House
Friday and Saturday nights thru October 29^h, 7:30 p.m. – midnight
Sundays thru October 30^th, 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Returning to the Walworth County Fairgrounds for a bigger, better, and scarier season, this interactive haunted house features more than 20 points of interaction including finding hidden exits, pushing levers, and solving puzzles. On average, it takes about 30 minutes to get through the experience. General admission is $16.

Halloween Legends & Lore
October 21^st, 22^nd, 28^th and 29^th, 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Held at Old World Wisconsin, Halloween Legends and Lore features the folk and fairytales of the Old World as well as Wisconsin ghost stories from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Explore mazes, flee ghosts, dance in the enchanted fairy circle, solve strange riddles and puzzles, create and take home macabre artifacts, and encounter cackling witches, gloomy grave diggers, strange beasts, freaky fortune tellers and bizarre entities. The evening culminates with a wild bonfire finale. Adults $10, children (5-17) $7, children 4 and under are free (best enjoyed by children 8 and older). Admission Special: Visit any WaterStone Bank branch to get a $2 coupon for up to four admissions.
 
Halloween Dinner Theater: Dracula
October 21 – 23, Friday 7 p.m.; Saturday 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sunday 6 p.m.
Enjoy a Dracula themed dinner at Old World Wisconsin’s 1890s Clausing Barn and then travel by lamplight across the grounds to the intimate 19^th century theater where the legend of the Count will come to life. Dinner and drama are approximately 2½ hours long. Adults $65, children (13 -17) $50. Reservations are required. Call (262) 594-6301.
 
Lake Geneva Canopy Tour’s 6^th Annual Pumpkin Drop & Fall Festival
October 22^nd and 23^rd, All Day
This fall festival features free Arbor trail access, food, live music, pumpkin painting, a scavenger hunt and the 6^th Annual Pumpkin Drop. Soar through the air down the dual racing zip line and aim with a pumpkin to try to hit the center of a bull’s eye painted on the ground. Victors will win a prize. Pumpkin Drop participation is $25 per person or included with paid participation of a Canopy Tour. The fall festival is free for all spectators. Book your reservation at www.lakegenevacanopytours.com or by calling (262) 248-9271.

Halloween at the Museum
October 30, 12 noon – 1 p.m.
Children 11 years and under kick off trick or treating at the Geneva Lake Museum as they participate in a parade down the museum’s Main Street gallery. Parade begins at 12:30 p.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free admission from 12 noon – 1 p.m.

Trick or Treat Lake Geneva
October 21, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Trick or Treat the streets of Lake Geneva on Halloween from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

 

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About Lake Geneva
Situated on the shores of Geneva Lake in southeast Wisconsin, the Lake Geneva area is a four-season recreation, resort and meeting destination easily accessed from Chicago and Milwaukee. Steeped in rich history, the area is known for its beautiful estates built by Chicago notables after the Great Chicago Fire. Many of these early mansions, and newer modern homes, can be viewed by walking along the areas one-of-a-kind, 21-mile Geneva Lake Shore Path.

Those who escape to the Lake Geneva area find pristine surroundings in every season and a wealth of leisure activities including three season golfing, on the water options, spas, boutique shopping, events and entertainment. From luxury resorts to quaint bed and breakfasts and plenty of dining choices, there are options to fit the needs of every type of visitor. Plan your visit by calling (800) 345-1020 or go to www.visitlakegeneva.com.

About VISIT Lake Geneva

The official Chamber of Commerce and destination marketing organization for the Lake Geneva area, VISIT Lake Geneva promotes the economic development of the area by increasing visits from tourists and business travelers, which generates overnight lodging and increases customer traffic for restaurants, retail, attractions and events. VISIT Lake Geneva provides meeting and event support and increases the visibility of the area via VISITLakeGeneva.com and the Official Lake Geneva Visitors Magazine. A non-profit, VISIT Lake Geneva is funded through a combination of room tax, partnership dues, grants and advertising co-ops.

Lake Geneva, WI (September 27, 2016) The state of Wisconsin Fall Color Report estimates the third week of October will be peak time for finding your favorite color in Lake Geneva. Whether you choose to time your fall getaway for peak time or anytime now through November, the Lake Geneva area is bursting with seasonal events and activities for all ages and interests. Here are some tips to get the most out of your fall getaway to Lake Geneva.

Hit the Road

Find your favorite fall colors by taking a ride on the three Wisconsin Rustic Roads (R-11, R-12 and R-36 totaling nearly 20 miles of scenic fall driving) that access the Lyons State Wildlife Area just northeast of Lake Geneva. These quiet country roads traverse glacial Kettle Moraine topography passing through large wooded areas of oak, maple and hickory, as well as old cranberry bogs and the tiny community of Lyons with its several quaint churches. The Rustic Roads, easily accessed via Sheridan Springs Road and Spring Valley Road, are perfect for scooter rentals and tours offered by Scoot Jockeys.

Get on the Water

Enjoy the beauty of the fall colors aboard one of the Lake Geneva Cruise Line boats. The Cruise Line offers a variety of bay and lake cruises with views of the magnificent estates that ring the lake and the season’s backdrop of vibrant colors. Or paddle while you take in the fall colors with a canoe or kayak rental offered by Clearwater Outdoor and Fontana Paddle Company.

Hike or Bike

Take in the colors by hiking a piece of the 21-mile Geneva Lake Shore Path for close up views of the multi-million dollar estates with beautiful landscaping built by wealthy Chicagoans after the Great Chicago Fire. For a more rustic hike, head to the Duck Lake Nature Area trail that follows the southern side of Lake Como between Lake Geneva and Como, Wisconsin. Scenery abounds along the former rail bed restricted to hikers only.

Mountain bikers head to the Adventure Center at The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa or Lake Geneva Canopy Tours. Both locations offer about 9 miles of trails ranging from beginner to expert.

Zipline or Golf

Get adventurous and see the colors as you soar through the trees with Lake Geneva Canopy Tours ziplining. Canopy Tours offers eight different ziplines, five sky bridges, three spiral stairways and a one-of-a-kind “floating” double helix stairway which wraps around a breathtaking ash tree. The 1,200-foot dual racing zipline is the grand finale.

With 11 courses ranging from championship to par-3 level experiences, golf is another option for seeing the fall colors in Lake Geneva. Geneva National Resort offers three courses, each designed by masters Arnold Palmer, Gary Player and Lee Trevino. Carved out of the rolling countryside, Geneva National’s golf courses take full advantage of the natural surroundings. Majestic Oaks at Lake Lawn Resort is a championship golf course among 275 tree-lined acres and the 27-hole course at Evergreen Country Club is recognized as an outstanding value.

Go to a Fall Festival

Lake Geneva’s Oktoberfest (October 8 and 9) invites the entire family to Downtown Lake Geneva and features pony rides, bouncy houses, children’s performances, German music and food as well as Scootoberfest games, the Giant Pumpkin Weigh-in, and the neighboring Sprechtoberfest’s beer tent.

Lake Lawn Resort’s annual Fall Family Festival (October 7 – 9) is packed with fall themed events including scarecrow building, pumpkin decorating, hayrides, a Fall Harvest buffet, and more. Also popular is the Elegant Farmer in Mukwonago, WI. Their Harvest Fest is going on now through October 23, and features pick-your-own pumpkins and apples, as well as train rides, pony rides and hayrides. Don’t forget to try their world-famous Apple Pie Baked in a Paper Bag!

You don’t have to travel far to find your favorite color this fall. With luxury resorts, historic hotels, and quaint bed and breakfasts, Lake Geneva also offers boutique shopping and plenty of dining choices to help you take a break from your leaf peeping activities. For help planning your fall getaway, call (800) 345-1020 or go to www.visitlakegeneva.com.

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About Lake Geneva

Situated on the shores of Geneva Lake in southeast Wisconsin, the Lake Geneva area is a four-season recreation, resort and meeting destination easily accessed from Chicago and Milwaukee. Steeped in rich history, the area is known for its beautiful estates built by Chicago notables after the Great Chicago Fire. Many of these early mansions, and newer modern homes, can be viewed by walking along the areas one-of-a-kind, 21-mile Geneva Lake Shore Path.

Those who escape to the Lake Geneva area find pristine surroundings in every season and a wealth of leisure activities including three season golfing, on the water options, spas, boutique shopping, events and entertainment. From luxury resorts to quaint bed and breakfasts and plenty of dining choices, there are options to fit the needs of every type of visitor. Plan your visit by calling (800) 345-1020 or go to www.visitlakegeneva.com.

About VISIT Lake Geneva

The official Chamber of Commerce and destination marketing organization for the Lake Geneva area, VISIT Lake Geneva promotes the economic development of the area by increasing visits from tourists and business travelers, which generates overnight lodging and increases customer traffic for restaurants, retail, attractions and events. VISIT Lake Geneva provides meeting and event support and increases the visibility of the area via VISITLakeGeneva.com and the Official Lake Geneva Visitors Magazine. A non-profit, VISIT Lake Geneva is funded through a combination of room tax, partnership dues, grants and advertising co-ops.

Apple excursions, haunted hayrides, culinary experiences, stunning fall color, and more invite families and couples to visit Lake Geneva this time of year

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (September XX, 2016) – Brisk air and changing leaves bring a whole new season of activities and reasons to get away to Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts. The 1,300-acre, AAA Four-Diamond property has a frenzy of fall fun planned for families and couples, from apple picking, haunted hayrides and a scotch dinner, to special waterpark packages Breast Cancer Awareness Month specials, fall-themed spa treatments, and more.

 

Fall-Themed Packages at Grand Geneva

Fall Frolic – Cruise through the scenic 1,300-acre property snuggled close to someone special and take in the beautiful fall colors via horse-drawn carriage. The romance continues with a one-night stay in a deluxe guest room and a bottle of wine to share over dinner.

Leaf Peeper Paradise – Calling all leaf peepers! Lace your tennis shoes and head out to explore Grand Geneva this fall with the specially-created Fall Scavenger Hunt. Following scenic trails and changing trees, guests will hunt for different types of trees, leaves, animals and more that frequent the resort. The package also includes access to the hiking trails at The Adventure Center for a walk to the top of the ski hill – with beautiful views of Southeastern Wisconsin as the reward. Guests will also enjoy a $50 dining credit and one-night stay in a deluxe room. 

Haunted Hayride – Fall also brings Halloween fun! Dare to be scared aboard the Annual Sleepy Hollow Haunted Hayride. Ghosts and ghouls will be invading the Dan Patch Stables and woods to bring you an evening of “spook”tacular fun every Friday and Saturday evening in October. Stay the night in a deluxe room with this package and receive two admission tickets to the Haunted Hayride – boo!

 

Fall Special Events

Final Night on the Vine of the Season, Sept. 23

Cheers to fall! Celebrate the season with the final Night on the Vine event of the year, showcasing an exclusive tasting of nine wines from different regions around the world. Perfect for date night or girl’s night out to sip and swirl, enjoy cheese and crudités along with live music. Tickets are $40 per person.

Back to School Spa Special – Now that the kids are back to school, relax at WELL Spa + Salon and receive 40% off all spa services from Sept. 19-21 and Sept. 26-28.

Ahhh-mazing.

Balvenie Scotch Dinner at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Join Grand Geneva Resort & Spa on Tuesday, October 25 for a special Scotch Dinner featuring the infamous single malt scotch, Balvenie. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails followed by a delicious four-course dinner paired with four distinctive scotches at Geneva ChopHouse. Menu highlights include pickled beet and goat cheese crema, warm bloomsdale spinach salad, maple smoked Coho salmon, wood oven roasted prime strip loin, and baked apple crumble for dessert. Reservations are required, please call (262) 249-4788 to RSVP for this distinctive and delicious special event!

Support a Survivor – October Breast Cancer Awareness Month Activities

Throughout October, Grand Geneva is partnering with the Milwaukee-based organization, After Breast Cancer Diagnosis (ABCD) and Rally for a Cure®, a Susan G. Komen Foundation, to raise funds to help breast cancer survivors. Both organizations are dedicated to breast cancer support and information. Grand Geneva is offering a few ways to have fun while helping out, including:

• A Reason to Relax – Visit the WELL Spa + Salon any Monday in October for a manicure or pedicure and 10 percent of the price of the service will benefit ABCD.
• Grab Your Driver. Help a Survivor. – Sign up for the Grand Geneva Golf Classic and Rally for a Cure®, a Susan G. Komen Foundation. Register your foursome for this Oct. 2 scramble and $20 of the registration fee will benefit Rally. Participants finish the day with a “19^th Hole” reception with cocktails and bites and receive a certificate for a complimentary round of golf for future use.
• Support a Survivor with a Sweet Treat – Dine in Geneva ChopHouse and ask for the Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt Soufflé with a Grapefruit and Prosecco Sorbet for $10. $5 of your purchase benefits ABCD.
• Show Your Support throughout the Resort – Stop by Ristorantè Brissago and ask for the Pink Grapefruit Sgroppino Martini for $10. $5 of your purchase benefits ABCD.

 

Family Fall Fun at Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark

Friday Night Frights – Every Friday in October, bring the family to Timber Ridge to enjoy fall-themed activities all night long! Start the night off with a welcome treat upon check-in and enjoy apple cider tastings. And don’t forget your costume; contests will be taking place every Friday. Families will love the additional fall activities to keep kids busy all weekend long:

• Pumpkin painting every Saturday in October
• Pony rides at Dan Patch Stables
• Haunted Hayride at Dan Patch Stables

An Apple a Day – It is apple orchard season! This fall, you can splash part of the day away in the waterpark and then venture to Royal Oak Farm Orchard to enjoy an orchard tour. During the tour you will enjoy a 30-minute wagon ride through the farm and learn all about apples!

Just 20 minutes from the resort, Royal Oak Farm Orchard is the only orchard in the country with an apple tree maze where you can explore 1.5 miles of trails with nine varieties of apples. They also feature U-pick apples, pumpkins, fresh apple cider donuts, as well as an entertainment area for the whole family with train rides, carousel rides and hay rides.

Back to School Half Day Package – Only have a day to get away? Splash and play at Timber Ridge with access to a one-bedroom suite from 3-11 p.m. Perfect for families, use the suite for all of your needs – break time, naps, changing, eating – you name it. Rates starting at $89 for five waterpark passes, Sunday through Thursday.

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

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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. 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).

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (September 19, 2016) – Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, an award-winning AAA Four-Diamond resort owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Poole as executive chef. In his new role, Poole will oversee all culinary operations at the resort to continue to provide fresh, authentic dining experiences for guests.

“We are excited to welcome Jason to the Grand Geneva and look forward to his expertise and leadership with our culinary team,” said Steven Magnuson, managing director. “Jason’s extensive experience and innovative creations will continue to position the resort as a top dining destination in Southeastern Wisconsin.”

With a culinary background spanning more than 15 years, Poole brings tremendous experience and fresh perspective to the resort. Prior to joining the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, Poole recently served as executive chef at the Hyatt Regency Sacramento, overseeing the entire culinary operation.  He has also held various chef positions at Hyatt Hotel properties across the country, from California to South Carolina. Poole has demonstrated great success opening multiple restaurants and winning awards within Hyatt Hotels.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa boasts three premier restaurants including Geneva ChopHouse, offering guests the very finest steak and seafood; Ristoranté Brissago, featuring fresh, authentic Italian fare; and Grand Café, serving seasonal, contemporary American favorites in a more casual atmosphere. Poole is looking forward to using simple and classic cooking techniques that highlight the fresh and flavorful ingredients in each dish, focusing on preserving the integrity of the fresh ingredients each season has to offer.

Poole received his formal culinary training from Johnson and Wales University in Charleston, SC. In his free time, he enjoys camping, hiking, baseball and watching Sunday football.

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

 

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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. 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).