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).

Multi-million Dollar Investment in Villas Will Provide New Upscale Lodging Option for Guests

Milwaukee, Wis., August XX, 2016. . . . . . .Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced the addition of spacious, all-season villas to the award-winning Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in Lake Geneva, Wis.  

Twenty-nine villas will be added to the Grand Geneva campus, which currently includes 355 guest rooms at the expansive Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, and 225 suites at Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark.  By June 2017, the Grand Geneva campus will offer more than 600 units combined.

The villas will feature studio, one, two and three bedroom accommodations.  Each unit will include a full kitchen, fireplace, flat screen TVs, washer and dryer and deluxe furnishings.  The interior design of the villas will incorporate visual elements of the beautiful outdoors while providing a comfortable and upscale setting. The villas will be created by renovating several currently unused buildings adjacent to the WELL Spa® + Salon.

“The Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is a very special, all-season destination for leisure and business guests,” said Joseph Khairallah, chief operating officer of Marcus Hotels & Resorts. “The addition of the villas at Grand Geneva is a multi-million dollar investment designed to enhance the resort experience for travellers who want expanded, upscale accommodations,” added Khairallah.

Half of the villas will be available beginning March 1, 2017 and the remaining units will be open by June 2017.  Reservations for the villas will begin this October 1.  

The Grand Geneva villas will provide spacious accommodations for a variety of guests including business and leisure groups, golfers, skiers, snowboarders, girlfriend getaways, couples and families.  Villa guests will be able to enjoy all the amenities of the resort combined with their own outdoor swimming pool during the summer season. Six fire pits will also be added for evening enjoyment and entertainment.  

“Just steps away from the main resort, the villas will provide a unique experience for those who want to get away but with all the conveniences of home,” said Grand Geneva Managing Director Steve Magnuson. “Our ongoing commitment to this exceptional property has allowed us to further the Grand Geneva as a top Midwest destination and one of the best golf resorts in the country.”

The resort originally opened in 1968 as the Lake Geneva Playboy Club Hotel. The Marcus Corporation purchased this Frank Lloyd Wright inspired resort in 1993, and reopened it as the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in 1994.  Over the years, the company enhanced the quality of the property by adding three successful restaurants, renovating the award-winning golf courses, adding Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark, expanding the meeting spaces, and renovating all of the guest rooms and suites.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa features a wide variety of activities for all ages and all seasons including golf, swimming, skiing, horseback riding and relaxing at the luxurious WELL Spa® & Salon.

About Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-wining all-seasons resorts set on 1,300 acres in the legendary southeastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva, conveniently located just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee. The property features 355 guest rooms in the main lodge, plus 29 new Villas currently under construction; the 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 restaurants. For more information, please visit www.grandgeneva.com and follow us on on Facebook and Twitter.

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. 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).

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Lincoln, Neb., September 6, 2016. . . . . The culinary team at The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel, majority owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, showcased its expertise at Savor the City, a culinary exhibit put on by the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce August 18, 2016 at the Nebraska Champions Club. The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel was honored for its catering display, winning “Best Presentation.” This marks the second year the hotel’s culinary team received an award, winning “Best in Show” at the 2015 Savor the City event.

Led by banquet chef Emily Hansen, the culinary team provided Chamber members and event attendees with a taste from the hotel’s brilliant event menus. Servings of braised pork with lobster on masa toast were presented in bite-sized dishes, staged on tiered glass shelving in a market-style presentation.

Culinary team booth at Savor the City. Left to right: Frank Tonini, Paul Brown, Emily Hansen.

Savor the City spotlights Lincoln’s restaurant and catering businesses and allows guests the chance to sample a variety of delicious food from the best in the city. Both Savor the City awards for “Best Presentation” and “Best in Show” are prominently displayed for guests to view at the hotel’s front desk.

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. 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).

Green Lake, Wis. – Aug. 29, 2016 – Heidel House Resort & Spa’s award-winning Evensong Spa is offering a variety of specials throughout the month of September in celebration of its 10-year anniversary. Evensong Spa broke ground in 2006, and since then, has become known as a top destination spa in the United States as it continues to promote tranquility and overall wellbeing for guests’ mind, body and spirit. To honor this milestone, Evensong Spa welcomes guests and area residents to join staff at a celebration meet-and-greet event Thursday, September 8 at 5:30 p.m.

Held in conjunction with the Green Lake Area Chamber of Commerce’s After 5 networking, attendees will have the opportunity to tour the spa, walk the indoor 11-Circuit Labyrinth, meet spa associates and enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cake and a champagne toast to mark the momentous occasion.

“We are thrilled to be celebrating ten years,” said Druellen Kosti, Evensong Spa director. “We want to celebrate this amazing milestone with our community and our associates, some of whom have been here from the beginning. Our meet-and-greet event is not only a celebration, but also a way of saying thank you to our loyal guests and the Green Lake community.”

Evensong Spa is celebrating this significant milestone throughout September with a variety of spa specials. Guests can receive 10% off of any regularly priced 50-minute service, no spa access fee with the purchase of any service and specials on a selection of high-quality spa products. A weekly drawing for complimentary spa services will also be available for all guests who stop in Evensong Spa or the Heidel House gift shop. One entry per day, per person.

The final component of Evensong’s 10 years of wellness celebration is a head-to-toe makeover for one deserving individual as part of a special anniversary makeover contest. The makeover includes a complimentary haircut, hair color, hairstyle, eyebrow wax, makeup application, manicure, pedicure and spa products gift bag. Beginning September 1, nominations can be made online by messaging Evensong’s Facebook page or by emailing hhnews@heidelhouse.com. Voting will occur on Evensong Spa’s Facebook page September 20. Contest details and official rules can be found on the Heidel House Resort & Spa blog.

Reservations are required for Evensong Spa services. Other restrictions may apply. For more information, or to book an appointment, call 920.294.3347 or visit www.evensongspa.com.

Heidel House Resort & Spa is managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts. For the latest news and updates from Marcus Hotels & Resorts, please visit https://media.marcushotels.com.

About Heidel House Resort & Spa
Since welcoming its first guests on a snowy New Year’s Eve in 1945, Heidel House Resort & Spa has become a year-round Midwestern destination offering both summer and winter activities. Nestled on 20 wooded acres along the shores of Wisconsin’s deepest inland lake, this full-service resort offers numerous amenities including 177 guest rooms, 18,000 square feet of meeting space, lakeside dining at Grey Rock restaurant and luxurious spa services at the award-winning Evensong Spa. Selected as the 2014 Best Honeymoon Location in Wisconsin by Wisconsin Bride magazine, Heidel House is a favorite destination for weddings and social gatherings, in addition to offering a scenic setting for business and leisure travelers alike. For more information, please visit www.heidelhouse.com and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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. 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., August 16, 2016…..Lake Geneva’s AAA, Four-Diamond Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, owned and operated by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, is proud to be a recipient of the Meetings & Conventions (M&C) 2016 Gold Key Award in the Best Hotel/Resort category in the Midwestern region. This accolade recognizes the property as one of the country’s top resorts for meetings and events for the fourth time in five years.

Located in Lake Geneva, Wis., Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is the area’s only AAA Four-Diamond property, and features more than 62,000 square feet of devoted meeting space. On site event planners and visitors will find a variety of amenities and unique seasonal activities, including two championship golf courses – The Brute and The Highlands, award-winning restaurants, an 18-run ski hill, a full-service spa, equestrian trails, and hiking, biking and more at the new Adventure Center.

“We are delighted and proud to receive such an esteemed accolade,” said David DiSalvo, director of sales and marketing, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa. “Our associates work hard to provide guests and meeting planners with an exceptional experience during their visit and it’s great to see their efforts recognized. We are sincerely grateful to the readers for selecting Grand Geneva as one of the best resorts in the Midwest and look forward to continuing to provide the highest level of service.”

For over 35 years, M&C’s Gold Key Awards have recognized leading hotels that have excelled in servicing meeting and event professionals, as voted on by the readers of M&C. This year, hotel chains were recognized nationally, while leading hotel properties were recognized in several categories regionally in the U.S. and worldwide.

“Our readers tell us that what sets these Gold Key Award-winning hotels apart is their commitment to ensuring not only the highest degree of support in planning events, but also a commitment to executing them,” said David Blansfield, executive vice president and group publisher, Northstar Meetings Group, which publishes M&C. “Our entire team joins M&C’s readers in honoring these outstanding hotels and their staffs who make it their mission to facilitate memorable event experiences, for planners and attendees alike. Their superior levels of excellence elevate our entire industry.”

Readers of M&C voted for the winners of the Gold Key Awards via online ballots and provided feedback based on their professional experiences worldwide for their top hotels, conference centers and CVBs. All winners will be listed in M&C’s annual Gold Awards special issue, in print and online, distributed to 50,000 readers in November 2016. The online version will be posted simultaneously and available for viewing for a full-year online.

For more information on Grand Geneva, please call 800.558.3417 or visit www.grandgeneva.com.

For more information on the latest news and updates from Marcus Hotels & Resorts, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.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/18-run ski and snowboard facility, 62,000 square feet of meeting and convention space and three restaurants. For more information, please visit http://www.grandgeneva.com/and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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. 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 Northstar Meeting Group
The Northstar Meetings Group is the leading B-to-B information and marketing solutions company serving all segments of the business events market, including full-time meeting planners, as well as senior corporate, association and not-for-profit decision-makers and incentive professionals who plan nearly 2 million meetings annually. Through its leading brands – Meetings & Conventions, Successful Meetings, Incentive and Meetings News – the Northstar Meetings Group is committed to identifying and informing meeting and event professionals, facilitating not only their continuing professional development but also providing data, digital, events and print services in support of their planning and investment decisions. For more information, please visit www.northstarmeetingsgroup.com.

Meetings & Conventions magazine recognizes Grand Geneva Resort & Spa for demonstrating excellence in meetings and events

Oklahoma City, Okla. (August 2, 2016) – The Skirvin Hilton Hotel, the #1 hotel in Oklahoma City, Okla., today announced a special offer available for travelers now through September 8, 2016.

This historic AAA Four-Diamond luxury property is offering 25 percent off regular room rates with free valet parking. This special end-of-summer deal allows travelers to take advantage of special rates starting at only $129 per night.

According to Gerald Rappaport, general manager of the Skirvin Hilton Hotel, “Late summer and the Labor Day holiday are perfect opportunities to enjoy the fine service, amenities and surroundings of this historic, landmark hotel and experience all Oklahoma City has to offer.”

Oklahoma City is an excellent destination for people exploring vacation options, planning road trips and seeing new sites. Travelers can enjoy the Oklahoma Boathouse District, which includes RIVERSPORT Adventure Park, where guests and residents can raft, kayak and tube on the RIVERSPORT Rapids located in the heart of the city. Guests can also enjoy zip lines, climbing walls, pump tracks, extreme jumping, flatwater kayaking, stand up paddleboarding and more. Paired with exciting new developments in the Bricktown Entertainment district, Film Row, the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum and Automobile Alley, there is no wonder why Oklahoma City was named a “must visit” destination for all ages in 2016.

This announcement follows the Skirvin Hilton’s recent news that it received TripAdvisor’s® Certificate of Excellence for the sixth consecutive year.

For more information or to reserve accommodations, please call 1-405-272-3040, visit www.SkirvinHilton.com or book direct here.

About The Skirvin Hilton Hotel
The Skirvin Hilton 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 a 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 Hilton 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, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), 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).

MILWAUKEE – July 28, 2016 – Mason Street Grill, part of the Marcus® Restaurants Group, has unveiled its summer menu focusing on simple, seasonal and light dishes and gluten-free options. The restaurant also introduced a new and fresh handcrafted cocktail menu featuring both “mocktails” and the “Pickleback.”

“Guests are already enjoying our summer menu selections featuring many fresh seafood appetizers, entrees and sandwiches, as well as salads using garden-fresh vegetables, cheeses and meats to make for a light and simple dish. Many of our popular classics, including wood-grilled burgers and steaks, clam strips, our signature chopped salad and seared ahi tuna, remain on the menu,” said Steve Mackey, assistant general manager at Mason Street Grill.

“A few of our dishes are prepared with Lakefront Brewery’s Mason Street Grill lager, also featured on tap at the restaurant. Cooking with beer can transform the character of the dish by adding complexity and depth to the flavor. Light and dark beers have distinct flavors and aromas that pair perfectly with the right dish,” added Mackey.

Other summer creations include a house-made bacon pepper jam paired with the scallop entrée and grilled salmon salad, as well as Kimchi, a fermented Korean cabbage used in the vinaigrette on the teriyaki glazed salmon. Mason Street Grill’s wood-fired oven is integral to imparting flavor in steaks, flatbreads and seasonal fruits. “Our wood-fired oven is stoked with oak and fruit woods, which have a less pungent flavor. The fruit in many of our seasonal dishes is also roasted in the oven to expose the aroma of the ingredients and instill flavor in every bite,” added Mackey.

Almost any dish on the summer menu can be prepared gluten free.

Featured Summer Menu Highlights
Guests can enjoy a variety of new summer menu additions, infusing clean and simple flavors perfect for a hot summer day or evening. Highlights include:

• Lobster Cocktail – This popular favorite has returned for the summer months, featuring fresh Maine lobster, jalapeno, lime, pink peppercorns and avocado.
• Lobster Roll – This delicious, fresh sandwich is a featured lunch menu item pairing Maine lobster and tarragon on a toasted bun “New England Style.”
• Mini Lobster Rolls – For those interested in just a bite, mini lobster rolls are available as an appetizer, including all the same flavors as the Lobster Roll.
• Mason Street Lager Teriyaki Glazed Salmon – Prepared with beer from Lakefront Brewery, this seasonal dish encompasses many summer flavors including roasted cauliflower, carrots, radish, fresh herbs and Kimchi vinaigrette topped with a teriyaki glaze.
• Pan Seared Sea Scallops – Scallops are prepared with pea tendrils, roasted mushrooms and a bacon-cider jam, served over creamy polenta.
• Grilled Salmon Salad – Tastes like a BLT combining watercress, radicchio, arugula, heirloom tomatoes and bacon pepper jam tossed with the Mason Street Grill house dressing.
• Sautéed Rainbow Trout – Fish is pan-seared, butterflied and served over sautéed spinach with preserved lemon, capers and a brown butter sauce.
• Fruit and Spinach Salad – A popular summer dish featuring fresh seasonal fruit, toasted almonds, goat cheese and prosciutto served with a poppy-seed vinaigrette.
• Steaks & Chops – Guests can enjoy a variety of steaks on the summer menu, including a new 12-ounce filet. Provided by Meats by Linz, all meat is 100% black angus beef grain or grass fed, prepared in olive oil and finished with a brown butter. All steaks can be prepared gluten free.

Mason Street Grill, known for its happy hour, is keeping many of its popular classics on the menu while adding new items such as the Banh Minis, adapting to Midwest tastes by using a beef brisket in a beer barbecue sauce complemented by pickled cucumber, Daikon radish, carrot, sriracha mayo and cilantro. Happy hour offerings include the pub burger, lobster deviled eggs, wood-fired margherita flatbreads, steak forks, lobster roll minis, fried surf clams and the popular Mason Street Grill signature chopped salad.

“And we can’t forget about dessert. One of my favorite new desserts on the summer menu is the olive oil cake paired with seasonal fresh fruit that is roasted in our wood-fired oven, topped with honey thyme and whipped cream. The olive oil cake is a healthier food option that gives the guest something seasonal and fun. Traditional favorites such as the carrot cake and flourless chocolate cake remain on the menu. Perfect for July and August, we have prepared house-made ice cream and fresh fruit sorbet in a variety of flavors,” added Mackey.

Handcrafted Cocktails
Nothing says summer like a Pimm’s & fruit, blackberry mojito, cucumber cocktail or key lime pie martini. Mason Street Grill, Milwaukee’s #1 happy hour spot, is offering refreshing handcrafted cocktails and martinis incorporating fresh fruits, soothing juices and herbs for the perfect drink on a summer day.

“Our summer cocktail menu offers a little something for everyone, from zesty martinis and muddled fresh fruit cocktails to an extensive red and white wine list and draft and bottled beer selections. We are also offering three non-alcoholic ‘mocktails’ this summer that are sure to delight guests. These include the Lemon Thyme Squeeze, Strawberry Mint Splash and Cucumber Ginger Crush – perfect to enjoy any time of the day,” said Mackey.

Featured summer handcrafted cocktails include:

• Pimm’s & Fruit: Pimm’s Liqueur, lemon, cucumber, orange, strawberry, mint, lemonade
• Lemon Lillet: Lillet Blanc, fresh lemon juice, Brut champagne
• Blueberry Rum Cooler: White rum, blueberries, fresh lemon juice, ginger ale
• Blackberry Mojito: Bacardi Rum, fresh mint, blackberries, lime
• Dublin Mule: Jameson Whiskey, ginger beer, fresh lime juice, bitters
• La Diabla: Don Julio Tequila, Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur, fresh lime juice, ginger beer
• Cucumber Cocktail: Hendrick’s Gin, St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, fresh lime juice, mint, cucumber
• Strawberry Basil Margarita: Suarez Tequila, strawberries, basil, lime

Take the #PicklebackChallenge
The term “Pickleback” was coined in 2006 by a Brooklyn bartender after a woman guest asked the barman to do a whiskey shot followed by pickle brine. The bartender fell in love with the shot and dubbed it the pickleback.

Guests can experience the Pickleback craze now at Mason Street Grill. The east coast tradition features a shot of Jameson Whiskey with a chaser of Mason Street Grill’s house-made pickle brine. The brine works to neutralize both the taste of the whiskey and the burn of the alcohol. Mason Street Grill encourages visitors to do the #PicklebackChallenge by filming and sharing their friends (or themselves!) trying a Pickleback for the first time!

Mason Street Grill Promotions
Other summer specials include:

• Rosé by the Hour: Weekdays, starting at 2 p.m. a glass of Rosé will sell for the price of the hour. During the 2:00 p.m. hour, the glass will be $2, during 3:00 p.m. hour it will be $3, etc. through 7 p.m.
• Jazz After Hours: Happy Hour will be extended on Thursday nights from 7 p.m. – Close. Includes select wines by the glass and well drinks for $5 and $3 draft beer. Live music by Mark Theirfelder Jazz Trio.
• Wine Draw Wednesdays: Purchase a bottle of wine and then draw for a discount, ranging from 10% off to 75% off. One bottle will also be given away every night!
• Markdown Mondays: ½ price bottle of wine, with purchase of an entrée.

To view Mason Street Grill’s summer menus, please visit: http://www.masonstreetgrill.com/

About Mason Street Grill
Located in downtown Milwaukee on the corner of Mason and Jefferson Streets, adjacent to The Pfister Hotel, 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 steadiness of Wisconsin roots. The wood-fired oven and grill are the centerpieces of the menu in preparing the best Midwestern steaks, chops, seafood and hearth baked breads and flatbreads. Wisconsin’s rich farmlands create a menu that is steeped in traditional elements, yet done with a flair and creativity reflective of Milwaukee’s new urban sensibilities. With a great bar scene, bustling dining room, lounge, elegant private dining and exciting menu, Mason Street Grill is the place to experience wonderful food, service and 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 http://www.marcusrestaurants.com or visit Facebook and twitter for the latest news and updates.

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Milwaukee, Wis., July 27, 2016. . . . .The AAA Four Diamond Hilton Milwaukee City Center, owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a nationally recognized hotel management company and division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), announced today that it will offer meeting planners two ways to earn Hilton HHonors Points when booking future events at the downtown Milwaukee hotel now through July 31, 2017.

Meeting planners looking to secure their meetings and events in Milwaukee can earn HHonors Points the following two ways:
• One Million HHonors Points awarded when you book a new meeting with a minimum of 500 or more contracted room nights that actualizes in August 2017
• 500,000 HHonors Points awarded when you book a new meeting with a minimum of 250 or more contracted room nights that actualizes in August 2016 or October 2016 through March 2017, and May 2017

HHonors Points can be redeemed for future room nights at any Hilton branded hotel in the world, including within the Marcus Hotels & Resorts portfolio. Additionally, points can be redeemed for experiences such as concerts and travel excursions, on-property vacation packages, all-inclusive resorts and golf rewards, online shopping rewards or for airline, rail miles and car rentals.

“The Hilton Milwaukee City Center is downtown Milwaukee’s largest premier convention hotel and the most distinctive location for meetings and events,” said Linda Price Topp, area director of sales and marketing for Marcus Hotels & Resorts. “Through the One Million Hilton HHonors Points promotion, we want to thank customers for trusting us with their important meetings and ensure that planners know the value of selecting the city of Milwaukee.”

Built in 1927, the Hilton Milwaukee City Center is recognized as the city’s largest hotel and is connected via skywalk to the Wisconsin Center, Milwaukee’s downtown Convention Center, which features over 280,000 square feet of meeting and exhibit space, making the hotel the ideal headquarters for many organizations and associations. With 1920’s grandeur and elegance, as well as the luxuries and conveniences of today, Hilton Milwaukee is the premier choice for conventions, business travelers, families, corporate events, galas and/or weddings. The hotel boasts 729 guest rooms, more than 34,000 square feet of meeting and event space, and convenient breakout rooms in varying sizes. Associations and groups may choose to utilize any combination of convention center space and meeting space at the hotel.

The Hilton Milwaukee’s outdoor space, called 6th and Green, is perfect for summer cocktails and happy hour events, as well as an outdoor beer garden or themed event. The Hilton Milwaukee also features several award-winning restaurants and lounges including the Milwaukee ChopHouse, Miller Time Pub & Grill and Monarch Lounge. The culinary team, led by Executive Chef Bill Doyle, uses fresh ingredients, many of which come from an on-site vegetable and herb garden, and is able to customize menus to fit the specific needs of meeting planners.

The Hilton Milwaukee City Center received TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence in 2015 and has received the AAA Four Diamond rating for five consecutive years.

For more information on One Million Hilton HHonors Points promotion at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center, please visit: http://www.hiltonmilwaukee.com/downtown-milwaukee-events/promotion-details.asp?id=C6156855-D97E-4480-A781-A63200D78805#

Not a HHonors member yet? Visit https://secure3.hilton.com/en/hh/customer/join/joinHHonors.htm?WT.srch=1 to learn more and join.

About Hilton Milwaukee City Center
Located in the heart of downtown, the AAA Four Diamond Hilton Milwaukee City Center is a true Milwaukee landmark. In 2011, it became a member of Historic Hotels of America. As Milwaukee’s convention headquarters hotel of choice, Hilton Milwaukee offers the most meeting and event space of any hotel in the city—more than 34,000 square feet—including three ballrooms and 18 well-appointed meeting rooms of various sizes. The hotel’s ballrooms, with their vaulted ceilings and period fabrics, echo the magnificence evident throughout this showpiece.

With 729 renovated guest rooms, Hilton Milwaukee can accommodate nearly any group. Its central location means guests are just moments away from the city’s theater district, the lakefront and Summerfest grounds, Bradley Center sports complex and Historic Third Ward. Hilton Milwaukee is located at 509 W. Wisconsin Ave. in downtown Milwaukee. For more information on the hotel, visit www.HiltonMilwaukee.com, find the hotel on Facebook (Facebook.com/hiltonmilwaukee), or follow it on Twitter (@HiltonMilwaukee).

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. 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).