LAKE GENEVA, WI (May 27, 2016) – Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, a AAA, Four-Diamond Resort owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence. Now in its sixth year, the achievement celebrates hospitality businesses that have earned great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year. Certificate of Excellence recipients include accommodations, eateries and attractions located all over the world that have continually delivered a quality customer experience.

“We’re honored to be presented with this award, especially as it is a direct reflection of customer satisfaction from our past guests,” said Steven Magnuson, managing director of Grand Geneva Resort & Spa. “Our associates and staff are dedicated to providing the best hospitality possible, and we’re thrilled to see this recognized in guest feedback.”

“With the Certificate of Excellence, TripAdvisor honors hospitality businesses that have consistently received strong praise and ratings from travelers,” said Heather Leisman, Vice President of Industry Marketing, TripAdvisor. “This recognition helps travelers identify and book properties that regularly deliver great service. TripAdvisor is proud to play this integral role in helping travelers feel more confident in their booking decisions.”

The Certificate of Excellence accounts for the quality, quantity and recency of reviews submitted by travelers on TripAdvisor over a 12-month period. To qualify, a business must maintain an overall TripAdvisor bubble rating of at least four out of five, have a minimum number of reviews and must have been listed on TripAdvisor for at least 12 months.

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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 335 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 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 though 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. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

About TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor^® is the world’s largest travel site**, enabling travelers to plan and book the perfect trip. TripAdvisor offers advice from millions of travelers and a wide variety of travel choices and planning features with seamless links to booking tools that check hundreds of websites to find the best hotel prices. TripAdvisor branded sites make up the largest travel community in the world, reaching 340 million unique monthly visitors***, and 350 million reviews and opinions covering 6.5 million accommodations, restaurants and attractions. The sites operate in 48 markets worldwide. For more information, please visit TripAdvisor.com.
TripAdvisor, Inc. (NASDAQ:TRIP), through its subsidiaries, manages and operates websites under 24 other travel media brands:
www.airfarewatchdog.com, www.bookingbuddy.com, www.cruisecritic.com, www.everytrail.com, www.familyvacationcritic.com, www.flipkey.com, www.thefork.com (including www.lafourchette.com, www.eltenedor.com, www.iens.nl, www.besttables.com and www.dimmi.com.au), www.gateguru.com, www.holidaylettings.co.uk, www.holidaywatchdog.com, www.housetrip.com, www.independenttraveler.com, www.jetsetter.com, www.niumba.com, www.onetime.com, www.oyster.com, www.seatguru.com, www.smartertravel.com, www.tingo.com, www.travelpod.com, www.tripbod.com, www.vacationhomerentals.com, www.viator.com, and www.virtualtourist.com.

**Source: comScore Media Metrix for TripAdvisor Sites, worldwide, February 2016
***Source: TripAdvisor log files, Q1 2016

OKLAHOMA CITY (May 12, 2016) — Locals and tourists alike can enjoy three summer afternoons of Skirvin High Tea at the #1 hotel in Oklahoma City. Generations have enjoyed this elegant tradition at the historic Skirvin Hilton Hotel.

Tea and eclectic culinary creations can be relished at the AAA-Four Diamond hotel’s Park Avenue Grill on June 4, July 9 and August 6 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Socialize with friends, colleagues or family members with the elegant sound of classic harp and indulge in the flavors of our featured tea purveyor, Royal Leaf.

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

Today, the tradition continues at the Skirvin Hilton Hotel with an upscale, modern and convenient style. People of all ages interested in experiencing this ornate opportunity are invited and encouraged to reserve early for this popular summer series. Required reservations are $25 for adults and only $19.95 for children. Reservations can be made by calling 405-272-3040.

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 the 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 Red Piano lounge.

The Skirvin was named one of the best hotel meeting destinations in 2013 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).

Lincoln, Neb., May 11, 2016. . . . . To kick off the busy summer travel season, The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel is offering a free night stay and discounted room rates to travelers staying in Lincoln, Neb. this Memorial Day weekend, May 27-30. With temperatures on the rise and school sessions ending, people are exploring vacation options, planning road trips and seeing new sites. For many coming to Lincoln, Neb., that means staying at the city’s historic and largest full-service downtown hotel.

To accommodate travelers in Lincoln over the Memorial Day holiday, The Cornhusker is offering a free night, with the purchase of two. To make this offer even more appealing, the hotel has a special discounted rate of $90 when booking a two -night or more stay in a standard room from May 27-30.

This deal offers a perfect weekend getaway from everyday life over the holiday, and an excellent way to lead into the rest of the summer travel season, without breaking the bank.

The special $90 rate celebrates the tradition of The Cornhusker name in the Lincoln community since 1926. Throughout the remainder of the year, The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel will offer special travel deals to patrons who have supported its growth and development over the years.

Travelers can book the special Memorial Day weekend rate online at the Long Memorial Day Weekend Promo page, or by visiting www.marriott.com/lnkfs, using special promo code “WYN” or by calling Marriott Reservations at 1-866-706-7706.

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).

Milwaukee, Wis. – April 25, 2016 – To celebrate historic Derby Day, the Monarch Lounge, located in downtown’s Hilton Milwaukee Hotel, will be hosting a Kentucky Derby party from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Saturday, May 7, 2016. During the event, guests will be able to partake in a bourbon tasting, buffet provided by Miller Time Pub & Grill, mint juleps, a best hat and best dressed contest, raffle and more while capturing the races!

“Whether decked out in a fancy hat or sipping Mint Juleps and bourbon at the bar, guests will find that the Monarch Lounge is the perfect space to relax and relish these celebrated festivities,” said Cristina Gliatis, general manager of Monarch Lounge.

During the Derby Day party, the Monarch Lounge will offer a number of activities for guests, including:
• A bourbon tasting, along with special Bulleit Bourbon promotions and appearance by the Bulleit Bourbon girls at 4:00 p.m.
• A specialty cocktail menu with selected Derby inspired beverages including mint juleps
• A buffet provided by Miller Time Pub & Grill featuring deviled eggs, crab cakes, fried chicken biscuit sliders, and more.
• A hat contest and best dressed contest. The winner of the best dressed contest will receive a one night stay at the Hilton Milwaukee and the winner of the hat contest will receive a $100 gift card to the WELL Spa & Salon.
• A raffle with prizes including a dinner for two at a Marcus Restaurant in Milwaukee, a Chef’s dinner for up to four people at the Milwaukee ChopHouse, a food and wine tasting for up to four people at the Milwaukee ChopHouse, a $50 bar tab at the Miller Time Pub & Grill and other Bulleit Bourbon prizes. Prices for raffle tickets are 1 for $3, 5 for $10 and 15 for $25. Contestants must be present to win. The raffle will be announced after the conclusion of the race.
• A photographer will be on-site to capture guests’ Derby Day wear and take a group photo after the races are over.
• Winners of the hat and best dressed contest, and raffle, will be named at the end of the race and guests must be present to win.

The cost to attend is $45 per person and includes the food buffet, three mint juleps and Bulleit Bourbon tasting. If interested, guests may also reserve either a table or couch area during the party. Reserved areas will be $80 plus tax and gratuity, and will include three raffle tickets, complimentary snacks and bottle service. Bottle service will include the choice of one of the following selections, along with three mixers of choice:
• Vodka: Rehorst Vodka or Rehorst Citrus & Honey Vodka
• Bourbon: Bulleit Bourbon
• Whiskey: Bulleit Rye
• Champagne: Vueve Clicquot

To reserve a private area, please contact Cristina Gliatis at CristinaGliatis@milwaukeechophouse.com or at (414) 390-4569.

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

Dominic Inouye

Milwaukee, Wis., April 22, 2016 – The historic Pfister® Hotel in downtown Milwaukee, which is owned and operated by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, has named Dominic Inouye its next “Pfister Narrator.” In this role, he will spend time in the hotel’s lobby and public spaces interacting with visitors and guests and sharing their stories on The Pfister’s award-winning blog (blog.thepfisterhotel.com). As narrator, Inouye will be posting blog entries at least twice each week over the course of a year and has plans to create monologues from guest conversations, monthly Pfister flipbooks as well as to hold writing workshops for guests and the public.

“I am thrilled to start my journey as the next Pfister Narrator. I want the Narrator to be more than a blog writer, but a creative celebrator voice of the people of Milwaukee, whether residents or visitors,” said Inouye. “My vision is for Pfister guests to become writers and the blog to become a conversation.”
A writer, speaker and teacher, Inouye has written for various websites, blogs and publications, founded academic programs, shared his experiences at academic conferences and taught students how to read and tell stories through history, art, spoken-word and film. He cofounded the Milwaukee Spotlight Student Film Festival and has over twenty years of experience as a teacher. He has taught at Marquette University, Pius XI High School and currently teaches English at The Prairie School in Windpoint, Wis.

Inouye was chosen to serve as the hotel’s ninth Pfister Narrator based on his writing style, his vision for the role and personality. He was selected from a large pool of applicants by a review panel consisting of local writers, editors and representatives from the hotel. He will be replacing Jonathan West, who has been writing for the hotel since May 2015. Inouye will begin his residency as narrator on April 22, 2016.

“We are eager for Dominic to join us at the Pfister,” said Tim Smith, general manager of The Pfister. “His friendly demeanor and creativity will be enjoyed by guests, the staff and the public.”

More information about The Pfister Narrator program can be found at www.ThePfisterHotel.com/Pfister-Narrator. For more information on the latest news and updates from Marcus Hotels & Resorts, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com.

About The Pfister Hotel
The Pfister Hotel has been the premier hotel in downtown Milwaukee for over 120 years. Originally built in 1893 by businessman Guido Pfister, it was the most lavish hotel of its time. The hotel’s storied elegance had faded following World War II, until 1962, when Ben Marcus, founder of The Marcus Corporation, purchased this grand hotel out of bankruptcy. The Marcus family renovated and restored the hotel to its original glory, adding convention facilities, a parking garage and 23-story guest tower. The Pfister Hotel remains home to the largest collection of Victorian art of any hotel in the world, and recently unveiled an interactive augmented reality tour of pieces in this impressive collection.

Today the Pfister Hotel continues its tradition of gracious service and impeccable style, and has been recognized for 39 consecutive years by AAA as a Four-Diamond property. The hotel is also an ongoing member of two prestigious organizations, Historic Hotels of America and Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide. The Pfister Hotel is located at 424 E. Wisconsin Ave. in downtown Milwaukee. More information and updates on the hotel can be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thePfisterHotel and on Twitter (@PfisterHotel).

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts, 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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MILWAUKEE – APR. 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, April 15 from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. A reception at The Pfister Hotel will follow in the Rouge Ballroom from 9:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. to welcome new Artist-in-Residence, Pamela Anderson, and will include special guests from The Florentine Opera.

The Pfister Hotel
At The Pfister Hotel guests will be able to meet the hotel’s 8th Artist-in-Residence, Pamela Anderson, and get a first peak at her new work inside the studio gallery. Anderson, an abstract expressionist painter, will talk about the two series she will be producing this coming year: “Gilded,” 8-10 pieces based on the gilded structures, furniture and Victorian pieces located in The Pfister Hotel, and “Architecture,” 8-10 pieces based on the hotel’s architecture.

During a post-Gallery Night reception from 9:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m., The Florentine Opera Studio Artists will perform a medley of songs at Anderson’s debut celebration while she paints live, interacting with their music in the Rouge Ballroom. Music by DJ Solo will follow the Florentine Opera performance with a dance party and celebration of Pamela from 10:00 – 11:30 p.m. Complementary snacks and a cash bar will be available for guests partaking in the celebration.

The Florentine Opera will perform the following selections:
• Wochenend und Sonneschein (Happy Days Are Here Again), Dt. text: Charles Amberg,
music: Milton Ager – the Ensemble
• The Merry Widow Waltz, The Merry Widow (Die lustige Witwe) (1905), Franz Lehár
– Ariana & Tom
• Au fond du temple saint, Les pêcheurs de perles, Bizet – men
• But Not For Me (Girl Crazy – 1930)/If Love Were All (Bitter Sweet – 1929), Ira & George Gershwin; Noël Coward, adapted: Stewart – Ariana & Katherine
• Brussels (Bruxelles) (1962), Jacques Brel & Gerard Jouannes, arranged: Stewart
– The Ensemble
• (The Flower Duet) Sous le dôme épais, Lakme, Delibes – women
• Budapest (2013), words & music by George Barnett & Joel Pott, arranged by Mac Huff
– The Ensemble
• Edelweiss, The Sound of Music (1959), Rodgers & Hammerstein – The Ensemble

Anderson finds abstract qualities of aerial views inspirational and finds this subject matter meditative and calming. She works to paint a “familiar” landscape but so abstract that it becomes nonobjective. Her process utilizes large mops, tools and huge brushes to puddle, drip and scrape the surfaces of her work. Influenced by works by Viera de Silva and Richard Diebenkorn, she works in layers, underpainting with dark saturated paint and then adding and subtracting areas with opaque or semi-opaque colors to give her works depth and perspective. Her bold use of color and shapes are dramatic yet playful.

InterContinental Milwaukee Hotel
Gallerie M at InterContinental Milwaukee will be featuring The Zodiac series by local mixed media artist Renée Luna Bebeau. The series focuses on the human form in silhouette and was inspired by a childhood memory of having her silhouette traced. Every model who posed for the series is the actual zodiac sign that they portray in the finished piece. Bebeau chose specific postures for each to demonstrate a part of his or her personality, while leaving it open to the viewer for their own interpretation. Each piece will also feature an accompanying text collage by writer Valerie Valentine. Zodiac will be on display at Gallerie M from April 2 – May 1, 2016.

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).

Starting this week, CLEAR in the InterContinental Milwaukee hotel, is starting a Ramen revolution and will be serving Ramen as a regular offering in addition to its current menu Monday – Friday from 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Currently, diners can enjoy:

STEAMED DUMPLING OF THE DAY – $5
Served with Black Garlic Ponzu,
Scallion and Toasted Sesame

TONKOTSU RAMEN – $9
Traditional Tonkotsu Broth, Noodle,
Bamboo Shoot, Garlic Flake, Naruotomaki,
Chashu Pork, Scallions, Slow Egg, Nori

KAIJU RAMEN – $9
Traditional Tonkotsu Broth, Noodle, Slow Egg,
Mustard Green Kimchi, Nueske’s Slab Bacon,
Scallion, Togarashi, Bamboo Shoot

For more information, visit: http://www.intercontinentalmilwaukee.com/hotel-events-promotions/promotion-details.asp?id=B6199F2F-18D8-43A3-8046-A5E000E7CC2B

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Minneapolis, Minn., April 11, 2016. . . . .Crowne Plaza Minneapolis Northstar Downtown, managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, is celebrating amazing moms this Mother’s Day May 8, 2016 with a special brunch in its beautiful and relaxing outdoor Skygarden. The lovely Skygarden space is the only outdoor rooftop hotel event space in downtown Minneapolis – the perfect venue to celebrate moms and welcome spring! The Mother’s Day brunch will be the kick off to a regular Skygarden Sunday brunch in preparation for the busy summer travel season.

Upon arrival, moms and future moms will receive a complimentary flower. Mother’s Day brunch will feature breakfast favorites and specialties such as frittata, French toast, succulent honey-glazed ham, delicious fillet of tilapia for seafood lovers, a build-your-own pasta station and $10 limitless mimosa bar! And that doesn’t begin to cover the salad and dessert. Guests will also enjoy live music from well-known pianist and songwriter, Daina DePrez.

The property is offering a special Mother’s Day brunch promotion: $24.99 per person; $14.99 for children 4-12 years of age; children three and under are free. Reservations can be made by calling 612-436-9322 or emailing Aleksjakovljevic@cpminneapolis.com.

To learn more about Crowne Plaza Minneapolis Northstar Downtown or to book your experience, visit: http://www.cpminneapolis.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).

Transformation includes lobby, Olive Bar & Lounge, Bloomington ChopHouse, meeting spaces and Executive Lounge

Minneapolis, Minn., April 5, 2016. . . . . The Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington hotel, a leading hotel near the Mall of America managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, today announced the completion of a $2 million renovation of the property. The remodeling introduces a fresh, sleek and contemporary design throughout the hotel and includes renovations of the lobby area and entrance, food and beverage outlets, meeting space and HHonors Executive Lounge.

“Guests will enjoy a complete transformation of the public areas, featuring new design elements and décor emphasizing contemporary silvers, grays and pearls as well as modern aesthetics. We believe this renovation will make the Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington hotel one of the city’s most popular destinations for leisure and business travelers alike,” said Jim Waldvogel, general manager.

Guests will be welcomed by new décor and design elements as they first enter the lobby. A Starbucks Grab & Go was added so guests can enjoy traditional and seasonal Starbucks beverages daily, as well as fresh baked pastries, fresh fruit, granola parfaits and other refreshments.

Olive Bar & Lounge, featuring breakfast, small plates, classic entrees, salads and happy hour specials, was transformed into a contemporary space to work and play, featuring clean lines with modern sophistication. A 750-square foot bar serves as the focal point of the lounge, surrounded by booth and table seating. Three 60” flat screen TVs line the wall, perfect for enjoying sporting events or the latest happenings. A window divides the lounge from the lobby area, making it the ideal place to relax with friends, enjoy happy hour specials with a coworker or have a casual business meeting.

Voted Best Steakhouse by the Bloomington Sun Current five consecutive years, the award-winning Bloomington ChopHouse unveiled a new look to complement the restaurant’s reputation as one of Minneapolis’ premier steakhouse restaurants. Known as a traditional steakhouse featuring tender steaks, fresh seafood and attentive service, guests can still expect the same high-quality menu they are accustomed to, in a fresh, relaxing and enjoyable environment.

The hotel’s 5,040 square-foot American Ballroom was completely renovated with new carpeting, decor and contemporary chandeliers. Dramatic silver and bronze chandeliers accentuate the revitalized space, with a grey and natural palette that provides a more modern look to the meeting space. Foyer space includes new furniture with enhanced technology, including work desks with power and USB outlets.

HHonors and VIP travelers will be welcomed by a completely renovated Executive Lounge. Still serving a full American breakfast in the morning and an assortment of appetizers, small plates and premium beverages and cocktails in the evening, the remodeled lounge also includes new furnishings including a mix of relaxing lounge and task-oriented, communal seating. Added power and USB outlets were also added to provide guests with a relaxing, convenient VIP guest experience.

“We are excited to unveil the new renovations to our guests and the community as we maintain our position as one of Minneapolis’ premier hotels,” added Waldvogel.

To learn more about Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington or to view images of the renovations, visit: http://www.bloomingtonhilton.com

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

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From a brand new wine event to FarmHouse Fresh spa specials, there’s plenty to buzz about

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (March 31, 2016) – As the weather warms up and the days get longer, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is rolling out a fresh spring lineup of events and activities to celebrate the start of the season. Dust off your clubs for a round of golf, rejuvenate with seasonal, natural spa treatments, sip and swirl at the brand new Lake Geneva Festival of Wine, enjoy the fresh spring air with outdoor activities and more at the AAA, Four-Diamond Resort, owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts.

Lake Geneva Festival of Wine, April 8-10
Calling all wine lovers! A brand new event, the Lake Geneva Festival of Wine, is coming to Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, April 8-10, 2016. Take part in tastings, entertainment, education and wellness activities for a weekend packed with vino fun. The marquee event of the weekend is the Grand Tasting on Saturday afternoon, which features a variety of wineries including Frank Family Vineyards, Grgich Hills Estate, Duckhorn Vineyards, The Hess Collection, Mondavi Wines, Jackson Family Wines and more will be on hand, enriching guests’ palates with wisdom and wine. Guest can also partake in paint and sip classes, yoga and mimosas, wine dinners, seminars, nature walks and wrap up the weekend with an unforgettable Sunday brunch. Find all of the details, the full schedule, and packages to book your weekend here.

WELL Spa + Salon Spring FarmHouse Fresh Specials
Both a favorite of Hollywood celebrities and Oprah-endorsed, these Farmhouse Fresh specials use 99.6% natural and naturally-derived products to deliver nourishment and relaxation to tired bodies. Seasonally-inspired treatments at Grand Geneva include:

• Ultimate Avocado Fresher Body Treatment:  This crisp and mind-awakening treatment brings a renewed energy to your mood. We begin with a creamy nectar whole milk bath soak that softens skin as you relax. Next, grapefruit extracts envelop the air around you as a rice bran oil, sea salt, and ruby red grapefruit exfoliation begins to remove all your dull and tired skin. A cool, refreshing Guac Star mask is then applied. This rich avocado butter mask infuses skin with fatty acids, moisture-locking ingredients and skin feeding super antioxidants – green tea, goji fruit and pomegranate. Finally, an uplifting citrus-Shea butter leaves notes of sunshine to carry through your day. 80 minutes, $195 Monday – Friday, with a $10 increase on weekends 
• Strawberry Avocado Citrine – Vine to Divine Freshening Facial: This zippy fruit-filled facial will kick-start your complexion. It begins with a hydrating Green Tea Milk Wash cleanser and whipped shea-sugar exfoliation to remove dead skin cells. Next, a wholesome natural exfoliant smooths and refines skin. It is made with skin-clearing strawberry fruit extract, organic lavender buds, softening rice powder, and clarifying white mud. Then, a rich, cooling avocado mask calms and infuses skin with moisture and essential fatty acids. Prepare for a smorgasbord of nutrients, as Wine Down Serum brings antioxidant bliss to skin — hydrating, plumping and helping defend against free radical damage, followed by our peptide packed moisturizers. 50 minutes, $120 Monday – Friday, with a $10 increase on weekends
• Darling Clementine Massage: Slip away and forget the day as you begin your massage with a calming scalp massage. Next, a devilishly infused antioxidant clementine and quinsyberry oil will intoxicate your muscles. While your muscles relish in the rich hydration of these two oils, your hands and feet will be replenished with a decadent delight of citrine shea butter lotion to finish your massage. 50 minutes, $135 Monday – Friday with a $10 increase on weekends. 80 minutes, $205 Monday – Friday, with a $10 increase on weekends
• Orange Custard Garden Manicure and Pedicure: As a perky pick-me-up for the spring, feet or hands are enveloped in a warm Nectar milk soak before they are buffed with a refreshing citrus-grass salt scrub. Followed by a silky massage with a floral custard infusion containing blood orange oil and whipped shea butter. Live fruit cells leave your skin feeling dewy and looking radiant! 50 minutes, $70 Manicures, $80 Pedicures Monday – Friday, with a $10 increase on weekends.
• Mother’s Day Gift Card Promo – When you purchase $100 in gift cards from Easter to

Mother’s Day, receive a free $25 bonus card to use at WELL Spa + Salon, which can be used Monday – Thursday, May 9 – August 25.

Mother’s Day Brunch, May 8, 2016
Join Grand Geneva this Mother’s Day to celebrate amazing moms with bubbly champagne and a gourmet brunch at Geneva ChopHouse and the Maple Lawn Ballroom. Enjoy breakfast favorites and specialties such as cinnamon roll French toast with dark chocolate glaze, blackberry pancakes, and more. There will also be a mouthwatering carving station serving raspberry and mint glazed black oak ham and salt-crusted prime rib of beef. Enjoy fresh seafood favorites including snow crab legs, salmon, and shrimp. And that doesn’t even begin to cover the salad, entrée, and special buffet for kids with four cheese Wisconsin mac ‘n cheese and mini hot dogs. Don’t forget to save room for dessert – strawberry lemonade cheesecake, mini berry tartlets, and a s’mores station are just a few of the options! Reservations can be made by calling (262) 249-4788.

Adventure Center – Get Outside this Spring and Summer
With the official opening last year, the Grand Geneva Adventure Center is helping guests put some spring in their step, whether that’s running, hiking, throwing, playing – you name it. Whatever it may be, The Adventure Center is the go-to place to start your outdoor adventure. Rent mountain bikes and take on the single tracks, get your steps in with a hike, drive and putt with a Frisbee on the disc golf course, learn to slackline, get a volleyball game going, and more. The Adventure Center makes it easy to get moving and enjoy the outdoors for fun vacation memories.

*NEW* Golf Packages
This spring, Grand Geneva is excited to introduce a new package for the golf-fanatic, a challenge for guests and groups alike, golf packages, and the Spring Golf Classic.

• NEW! Golf Addict package includes:
  • Overnight Accommodations for 2 nights includes:
    • Four rounds of golf during stay (non-restricted golf tee times)
    • One 30-minute short game lesson
    • One 30-minute range lesson
    • Nine holes of on-course instruction
    • Lunch at Links Bar with Golf Professional
    • Personalized Bag Tag
    • Grand Geneva logoed hat, shirt and sleeve of golf balls
• NEW! Hole-in-One Challenge: Enter to win up to $10,000 with the Hole in One Challenge. Guests can sign up by upgrading their round on The Brute or The Highlands for just $5. Then, select holes will be offered for the challenge and if a guest sinks an ace, they will win big!
• Grand Geneva Spring Golf Classic Scramble, Sunday, May 29, 2016: Compete in the 18-hole Grand Geneva Golf Classic on The Brute golf course. Who will be the king of the course? Gather your foursome for a great day of golf and a chance to win one of many coveted prizes. A reception follows the competition with a cocktail hour and bites. All participants receive a complimentary round of golf for future use. Register here.
• Grand Golf: A one-night stay in a deluxe guest room also includes two rounds of golf on either The Brute or The Highlands courses per room, cart fee, complete use of the practice facility with range balls, club storage, GPS yardage system, locker room facilities and ball markers

Spring Activities + Wellness

• Junior Tennis Program offers everything from Pee Wee class for 4 to 6-year-olds to High School and Tournament Training groups. Classes run 10 weeks.
• Frisbee Golf: Enjoy playing frisbee golf with friends and guests on property at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa.
• Bike Rentals: Tour the property and downtown Lake Geneva on two wheels with bike rentals this spring. Discover all that the area has to offer while navigating beautiful bike trails.
• Fitness classes:Get moving and feeling your best with fitness classes this spring. Kick things into high gear with Zumba, Cross Training or carried-drumming class POUND, or relax and unwind with yoga. There are also a variety of new classes including Tread & Shred, Get Fit Boot Camp, Pilates Mat/Barre, Tai Chi, Meditation, and Restorative Yoga. Times and schedules vary, please see the schedule for more details.
• Spring fitness membership special – Now through the end of April, sign up for a six month or one year Spa/Fitness membership and you will receive a one month gift membership for a friend. If your friend takes out a six month or one year membership during their 30 day trial period, then you will receive an additional one month membership as a reward. All memberships include:
  • All group exercise classes including Zumba and Body Pump
  • A fitness assessment and equipment orientation
  • Locker room access featuring Swedish showers, whirlpool and eucalyptus steam
  • Discounts on childcare
  • 20% discount on restaurants and recreation at the resort

Lake Geneva Restaurant Week, June 3-12
It’s 10 days of delicious dining for Lake Geneva Restaurant Week and after a successful inaugural year in 2015, Grand Geneva is once again plating up signature dishes for a pre-fixe price. Make your dinner reservation for $35 / person and have your choice of appetizer, entrée, and dessert for a memorable meal at Ristorantè Brissago. Menu options include brick oven flatbread, pettini, or casalinga alla brissago to start; beef tenderloin tips with morel mushroom risotto, penne “garganelli” alla amatriciana, or salmone con polenta for your main course; and classic tiramisu, crème brulee, or cherry stracciatella gelato for dessert. No matter what you choose, it will be “Fantastico!” as they say in Italy! View the full menu here.

For more information on the overall resort and upcoming spring activities, please visit www.grandgeneva.com.

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About Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-winning all-seasons resort set on 1,300 acres in the legendary southeastern 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 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).