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).

Milwaukee, Wis., July 14, 2016. . . . . The Hilton Milwaukee City Center, owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, is partnering with the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), the national organization that supports families of America’s fallen military, on its Wisconsin Womens Retreat taking place July 19-21, 2016 in Milwaukee.

The Hilton Milwaukee City Center has donated hotel rooms to support TAPS, allowing the women to enjoy the retreat’s activities in a relaxing environment. As part of the healing retreat, women who have faced a military loss will have the opportunity to learn coping skills, make connections with others facing similar losses and find hope for the days ahead. Women participating in the retreat will take part in kayaking, yoga, a cooking class and a food tour.

“TAPS is grateful for the support of Hilton Milwaukee City Center to women who have lost a loved one in service to our nation,” said Bonnie Carroll, TAPS President and Founder and 2015 Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient. “With Hilton Milwaukee’s generous gift contributing to this healing experience, the women will create new memories in honoring their heroes and lifelong bonds with others also traveling the journey of grief.”

“We saw an opportunity for Marcus Hotels & Resorts and the Hilton Milwaukee to support a great organization that gives back to military families. We hope that our gift allows participants to find healing and comfort while here in Milwaukee,” said Mahesh Reddy, general manager of the Hilton Milwaukee City Center.

To learn more about TAPS and its impact on families of America’s fallen military, media is welcome to attend the following events during the TAPS Wisconsin Womens Retreat to get photos and video of surviving military family members participating in event activities:
• Kayaking, Tuesday, July 19, from 1 to 4 p.m., 318 S. Water St.
• Cooking Class, Wednesday, July 20, from 1 to 3 p.m., Boelter Superstore, 4200 N. Port Washington Road
• Food tour, Thursday, July 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., starting at Brown Bottle Pub, 221 West Galena St.

For more information on TAPS and its mission, please visit: www.taps.org

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 or follow it on Twitter (@HiltonMilwaukee).

About TAPS
The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) is the national organization providing compassionate care for the families of America’s fallen military heroes and has offered support to more than 60,000 surviving family members of our fallen military and their caregivers since 1994. TAPS provides peer-based emotional support, grief and trauma resources, healing seminars and retreats for adults, camps for children, casework assistance, connections to community-based care, online and in-person support groups and the 24/7 National Military Survivor Helpline at 800.959.TAPS (8277) available for all who have been affected by a death in the Armed Forces. Services are provided free of charge. For more information go to www.taps.org or call TAPS at 202.588.TAPS (8277).

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).

Chicago, Ill., July 19, 2016…..AC Hotels by Marriott®, the modern, design-driven, lifestyle hotel brand from Marriott International, Inc. launches UNPACKED Events at the stylish AC Hotel Chicago Downtown July 21, 2016. The hotel will host the inaugural UNPACKED Event for business leaders and entrepreneurs from 6-9 p.m., and will feature discussions with local Chicago and international technology leaders. The AC Hotel Chicago Downtown is owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts.

The event is the result of a creative partnership with AC Hotels, their global partner, Startup Grind, the largest independent startup community in the world, and thought leader, Sandy Abrams, who will be moderating the discussions. Abrams is a nationally recognized author, columnist, small business consultant and entrepreneur. The evening will feature a networking reception beginning at 6 p.m. in the AC Lounge, where guests will enjoy tapas-style small bites, specialty wines and local craft beers. The schedule of events includes a fireside chat with Sage executives in town for next week’s Sage Summit, followed by a panel discussion about technology, trends and the state of business in Chicago with founders from 30second Mobile, Brave Initiatives and Living 60010 and insight from Pritzker Group Venture Capital, starting at 7 p.m. The event is free for the first 75 attendees by registering in advance here.

Registered attendees will receive a complimentary three-day admission pass to the upcoming Sage Summit taking place in Chicago July 25-28, where Abrams will conduct a workshop through her partnership with Sage. The Sage Summit is the world’s largest event for small and medium-sized businesses, with A-list speakers, tech innovations, mentor and peer networking, interactive training, and off-the-chart experiences. Speakers include Sir Richard Branson, Gwyneth Paltrow, Ashton Kutcher, Zooey Deschanel and stars of ABC’s Shark Tank.

“We are thrilled to continue our support of local startups and the entrepreneurial traveler by connecting successful local founders, innovators, educators and investors in our inspiring and classically modern spaces here in Chicago,” said Chris Zarek, general manager of the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown. “Our downtown urban hotel is the perfect location for entrepreneurs to meet up, collaborate and network in our beautifully designed spaces.”
AC Hotel Chicago Downtown is located at 630 N Rush Street, on the corner of Rush and Ontario Streets, just one block west from the acclaimed Michigan Avenue in Chicago. Follow the hotel on Facebook and Twitter @ACHotelChicago.

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

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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 13, 2016 –The Pfister® Hotel and InterContinental® Milwaukee, both owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, will host exhibits as part of the Historic Third Ward’s Gallery Night on Friday, July 22 from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. A public reception at The Pfister Hotel will follow in the Rouge Ballroom from 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., featuring music by Nineteen Thirteen, complimentary snacks and a cash bar. At Gallerie M, artist Francis Annan Affotey will be joined by two Latin dance groups, Salsabrositas and Salsabrosa, beginning at 8:00 p.m. with three special performances for Gallery Night guests.

The Pfister Hotel
At The Pfister Hotel, guests will be able to mingle with the hotel’s eighth Artist-in-Residence, Pamela Anderson, and get a glimpse of her work from the first three months of her residency.

“I have been exploring this elegant and historic hotel inside and out for inspiration for my Architecture Series. I am very much looking forward to sharing my interpretation of the spaces and structures in my paintings with guests during Gallery Night,” said Anderson.

Pfister Pop-Up Gallery Exhibits
The Pfister Hotel will host two pop-up gallery exhibits during July Gallery Night:

Show 1 – “Transformation, A Coalition of Photographic Arts (CoPA) Juried Members Exhibition” The Coalition of Photographic Arts will feature 15 pieces from 15 photographers selected by curators from the Haggerty Museum of Art. Transformation is the perfect theme for the times as CoPA strives to fulfill its mission as a leading voice in photographic excellence.
Pieces in the exhibit will reflect the theme of transformation, which will come full circle as digital information is transferred to printable surfaces, selected by the curators to reflect their interpretation of the subject. The chosen method of printing transforms the imagery, completing the circle.

Show 2 – “Yosemite and the Tetons, 1958 and 2012”
In commemoration of the National Park Service Centennial, artist Tom Ferderbar will present photography from Yosemite 1958 and the Tetons 2012 in homage to the natural beauty of the great American West.

InterContinental Milwaukee Hotel
Gallerie M at InterContinental Milwaukee features Francis Annan Affotey’s exhibit, “Accra to Milwaukee: How New Environments Shape Artistry.” Affotey was a public-vote winner for the 2016-2017 Pfister Artist-in-Residence Program. Moving to Milwaukee from Accra, Ghana, Affotey’s exhibition will allow the viewer to travel with Affotey over the past seven years and see how each of his experiences gradually transformed his techniques, colors, subjects and motifs. His paintings allow the viewer to question how art is a tool to describe the world around us and to help us grasp a sense of place.

As a child in Accra, “poses” were part of daily life. Affotey shares how poses and images created a lasting impression on him. “I use poses to expose the paradox of everyday African life. By depicting a pose as semi-abstract, my paintings highlight both the mundane and the joy in everyday African life. Images that seem pitiful or sad to the outside world have much deeper implications. A woman feeding her family suggests pride, not inferiority. A child playing in a slum suggests friendship and imagination, not hopelessness. My artwork is meant to challenge those who only see Africa through the lenses of conflict, poverty and corruption,” said Affotey.

Beginning at 8:00 p.m., Affotey will be joined by two Latin dance groups that will present three performances for Gallery Night guests:
• The Salsabrositas is Wisconsin’s youngest Latin dance team that consists of over 20 ladies between the ages of 4 and 15 years old. They were recently awarded “Best in Show” at the Chicago International Salsa Congress.
• Under the direction of Danny Balderas, Salsabrosa is Milwaukee’s longest running Latin dance company. During their Gallery Night performance, they will be joined by several of the Salsabrositas for a teaser of their newest routine.
• Affotey and his amateur partner, Layanet Quijano, will perform a routine that garnered them “Best in Show” at the Chicago International Salsa Congress this year.

For more information on this exhibit, visit: http://www.intercontinentalmilwaukee.com/gallerie-m/exhibit/francis-affotey-june.asp

Candace Hunter Moves into Gallerie M August 11 – October 3
Another Pfister Artist-in-Residence public-vote winner, collage artist Candace Hunter, moves into Gallerie M on August 11. Upon seeing a post from the Huntington Library of the private journals of renowned fiction writer, Octavia E. Butler and her continued written affirmation, “So be it! See to it!,” Hunter immediately began work on visually translating the works of the foremost speculative fiction writer.

“As I began to think on new work for this show, Octavia consumed me. And then I saw her hand-written notes, her affirmations. These precious hand-written notes appealed to me as much as her finely crafted books – as if they were a personal directive to me. So be it. See to it. And the work began. The work is all collage, for collage is the medium for storytelling. It is my way of honoring this American story-teller,” said Hunter.

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, the 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 InterContinental Milwaukee
Whether you’re looking for vibrant nightlife or a uniquely refined place for meetings, InterContinental® Milwaukee is your downtown destination. Mixing sophisticated elegance with modern luxury, InterContinental Milwaukee offers a chic, upscale atmosphere with a twist of the unexpected. Adjacent to the scenic Milwaukee Riverwalk, InterContinental Milwaukee is centrally located to downtown’s business and theatre districts, parks, restaurants and nightlife. Discover the historic Pabst Theatre, the Milwaukee Public Museum, or one of Milwaukee’s many summer festivals. 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) to learn more about upcoming exhibits, events and specials.

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).

Chicago, Ill., July 8, 2016. . . . .The Marriott AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, today announced that Nicole Casaletto has been appointed director of sales and marketing.

Nicole Casaletto

In her new role, Casaletto will be responsible for leading sales strategies and initiatives for the hotel, managing all group room bookings and business accounts, and maximizing all revenue streams. Prior to joining the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, Casaletto served as group sales manager and business travel sales manager for The Godfrey Hotel Chicago, where she was part of the pre-opening team for the 221-room luxury boutique property. She exceeded all 2014, 2015 and 2016 quarterly group sales goals.

Casaletto previously served as a sales manager for Wyndham Glenview Suites in Glenview, Ill. She also served as a group sales manager for Inn of Chicago, as well as regional sales manager for The North Central Group in Middleton, Wis. Casaletto began her career in hospitality as a sales manager for Marcus Hotels & Resorts in 2008. She received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Missouri-Columbia in Columbia, Mo.

“Nicole’s vast experience in sales along with her knowledge of the Chicago hotel and travel market will be a valuable asset to our lifestyle brand,” said Chris Zarek, general manager. “We are excited to have her on our team.”

Located at the popular corner of Rush and Ontario streets, just one block west of Chicago’s Michigan Avenue, the 226-room AC Hotel Chicago Downtown celebrated its one-year anniversary in June. The hotel is part of a growing portfolio of more than 50 hotels expected to open in the next few years in the U.S. and Latin America and was the fourth AC Hotel by Marriott to debut in the U.S.

The AC Hotel’s progressive style, European aesthetics, modern technologies and communal functional spaces are appealing to guests and locals alike. Inspired by the fashion houses of Milan and blending European style with minimalist design, AC Hotels create a comfortable atmosphere for guests and an unfussy alternative to the one-size-fits-all hotel. Based on a belief that purposeful design improves lives, each guest room carefully curates the items that guests need and edits what they don’t. The result is elegant yet unpretentious style, innovative “Beverage & Food” programming and locally inspired experiences for guests and locals.

To learn more about AC Hotels by Marriott or to book your experience at AC Hotel Chicago, visit: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chiac-ac-hotel-chicago-downtown.mi

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

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, Wis., June 15, 2016. . . . Heralded as the “City of Festivals” Milwaukee showcases its position as a top city to visit with a procession of music, cultural and ethnic celebrations every weekend throughout the summer. With three premier hotels and eight convenient restaurants in the area, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides thousands of travelers with the best in Milwaukee hospitality.

Summerfest, the world’s largest music festival, kicks off the season from June 29 – July 10, 2016. Other popular festivals include Bastille Days, Festa Italiana, German Fest, Irish Fest, and Mexican Fiesta. Bordering the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan, the Milwaukee area hosts millions of people every year to take in the world’s largest summer music festival and experience the city’s culture, breweries, museums and award-winning restaurants. For those looking for the perfect Midwestern getaway this summer, or as a last hurrah before the kids go back to school, Milwaukee offers an easy and affordable vacation option.

Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a leading national hotel management company headquartered in Milwaukee, is a top choice with its premier Milwaukee hotels: The Pfister Hotel, Hilton Milwaukee Hotel, and InterContinental Milwaukee Hotel, offering special rates and great summer hotel packages (www.mkepackages.com/greatsummer).

Summerfest: The World’s Largest Music Festival Package (June 29 – July 10, 2016) – This special offer includes overnight accommodations at all three Milwaukee hotels, and includes two (2) tickets to Summerfest and two (2) complimentary drinks in each hotel’s bar/lounge. Guests can enjoy over 10 stages of music set along the beautiful Lake Michigan backdrop. Starting rates: Hilton
Milwaukee $179/night; InterContinental Milwaukee $154/night; The Pfister Hotel $199/night. Summerfest closed July 4.

Wisconsin State Fair (August 4-14, 2016): – Satisfy your sweet tooth with a storied and iconic Wisconsin State Fair Cream Puff while strolling the midway, viewing prized livestock, and listening to countless local bands and National acts such as Shawn Mendes, Rascal Flatts, Beach Boys, Phillip Phillips, Matt Nathanson and more. And best yet, the overnight Parking for a Penny package at the downtown Hilton Milwaukee City Center includes self-parking in our covered parking lot. Special rates at the Hilton Milwaukee starting at $114/night.

Other Milwaukee summer packages offered by Marcus Hotels & Resorts include:

AAA-Four Diamond The Pfister Hotel:
Starting summer rates: June $189/night; July $189/night; August $169/night
• Spa-Ahhhmazing Package includes overnight accommodations, a 60 minute couples relax me massage in a private suite, Hammam shower experience for two and spa amenity. Must book spa services directly through WELL Spa + Salon. Starting rate $375/night.
• Rise and Shine! A surefire way to get your day off to a wonderful start with these great Bed and Breakfast offerings including overnight accommodations, breakfast for two in the Café at the Pfister and late check out. Starting rate $179/night.
• Club Package includes access to The Pfister’s exclusive Club Lounge offering complimentary Wi-Fi, a full, hot breakfast, evening appetizers and an honor bar. The Club Lounge, located on the 23rd floor, offers breathtaking views of Milwaukee and Lake Michigan! Starting rate $169/night.

AAA-Four Diamond Hilton Milwaukee City Center:
Starting summer rates: June $169/night; July $134/night; August $114/night
• Parking for a Penny. Want to avoid the hassle of parking when visiting downtown? Enjoy an overnight stay at The Hilton Milwaukee and park in the hotel’s covered lot for only one penny!
• Discovery World Package includes access to Milwaukee’s science and technology center that is fun for the whole family! The 120,000-square foot facility includes interactive exhibits, the Reiman Aquarium, movies, learning labs and theater shows. Starting rate $202/night.
• Rise and Shine! A surefire way to get your day off to a wonderful start with these great Bed and Breakfast offerings including overnight accommodations, breakfast for two and late check out. Starting rate $179/night.

InterContinental Milwaukee Hotel
Starting summer rates: June $159/night; July $139/night; August $169/night
• Harley-Davidson Museum Package. Roar into one of Milwaukee’s most popular museums where you will find motorcycles and artifacts that tell the story of the company’s rich history, in addition to vintage photos, videos and apparel. Package includes overnight accommodations and two (2) tickets to the Harley Museum, parking, and Harley-Davidson amenity.
• Best Flex with Breakfast. Includes breakfast for up to 2 adults in award-winning Kil@wat restaurant!
• Self-Parking Package. Package includes parking for one (1) evening and overnight accommodations. Guests can enjoy in and out privileges in an underground and secure parking lot connected to the hotel. Please bring parking ticket to hotel front desk.

Enjoy Milwaukee’s July 3rd Fireworks in Blu, The Best Seat in the City Overlooking the Milwaukee Skyline
Watch the skies light over the lakefront in Milwaukee for 60 minutes of ‘oohs and aahs’. Guests who want the best view of Milwaukee’s July 3rd fireworks can get a front row seat to all the sparklers and beauty in Blu at The Pfister Hotel. Known as The Pfister’s 23rd-floor gem in the sky, Blu is one of the most popular martini bars in the city of Milwaukee. Table packages starting at $200 including a bottle of sparkling wine and a dessert and charcuterie display. View details here: http://www.blumilwaukee.com/Events/Details/4b5c8a61-3532-46b5-b084-a61a00fd901a

Marcus Hotels & Resorts executives can assist you with your summer travel related stories and serve as a resource on the excitement of visiting Milwaukee this summer.

For more information on Milwaukee hotel packages, please visit: mkepackages.com/greatsummer.

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).

OKLAHOMA CITY (June 16, 2016) — The Skirvin Hilton Hotel, the #1 hotel in Oklahoma City, celebrates the 2016 wedding season with the debut of a special offer for couples.

The historic Skirvin Hilton Hotel features two spacious ballrooms, a legendary marble staircase and four beautiful event spaces combined with 225 updated guest rooms. The timeless sophistication of the Skirvin, coupled with the skilled and experienced event staff, has made the Skirvin Hilton Hotel the top spot for weddings in Oklahoma City for generations.

The Skirvin Hilton Hotel’s new “Beautiful Beginnings Offer” is designed to provide couples with an extra special gift to make their wedding a memorable one.

With this extraordinary Skirvin promotion, couples may choose one of the following options for their celebration:

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

The Beautiful Beginnings Offer is valid for new wedding receptions booked and held now through February 28, 2017. Select dates for 2016 and 2017 are still available. For information about Skirvin Weddings, contact Jenny Statler at 405.702.8508. Some restrictions apply.

This news follows the Skirvin’s recent announcement that it received TripAdvisor’s® Certificate of Excellence award for the sixth consecutive year. This recognition is given to hotels that consistently receive strong praise and ratings from guests.

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

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 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 acclaimed Red Piano lounge.

The Skirvin was named one of the best hotel meeting destinations and received a prestigious Pinnacle Award from Successful Meetings. The hotel was also once again recognized as one of the 2014 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).