Hilton Milwaukee City Center, which is owned and operated by Marcus^® Hotels & Resorts, is partnering with NEWaukee to host a Kentucky Derby Party at the Monarch Lounge inside Hilton Milwaukee on Saturday, May 3, 2014, from 1:00 – 6:00 p.m.

The public is invited to put on their best derby hats and join the party, which will feature two 12-foot projections for screening the race. Guests can grab a table or stand in “The Pit,” which will replicate the high-energy infield of Churchill Downs. Live bluegrass music from Thistledown Thunders, Beef Tea, and DJ Romke will set the stage for an authentic celebration.

“The excitement is already building—Monarch Lounge is going to be the place to watch the derby this weekend,” said Steve Magnuson, Hilton Milwaukee’s vice president and general manager.

In addition to the big race and live music, partygoers will enjoy a derby-themed photo booth, 50/50 raffle, and a hat competition for a free night’s stay at Hilton Milwaukee. The cash bar will serve up traditional Mint Juleps and the hotel will offer complimentary light snacks.

“After a two-year hiatus, we’re excited to bring the derby party back to the public,” said NEWaukee Chief Idea Officer Jeremy Fojut. “This year’s event is going to be bigger and better—we’re even working on getting a live horse there for photo opportunities.”

The Kentucky Derby Party is free and open to the public. For more information on the event and to register, visit newaukee.com/event/newaukees-kentucky-derby-party. Monarch Lounge is located inside Hilton Milwaukee at 509 W. Wisconsin Ave. in downtown Milwaukee.

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

About NEWaukee

NEWaukee is a social architecture firm that specializes in building brand loyalty between customers, employees and the community. Through a unique process that combines the increase of information access and the creation of disruptive collisions, NEWaukee has built a following of more than 166,000 subscribers. This movement inspires and activates Milwaukee’s true potential creating a better city for future generations. For more information about NEWaukee, visit www.newaukee.com.

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 10 states.  A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations.  The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels.  For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter.

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MILWAUKEE – April 4, 2014 – InterContinental^® Milwaukee, which is owned and managed by Marcus^® Hotels & Resorts, has been honored with a national ‘Stars of the Industry’ award from American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) in the category of guest relations for a medium property. The awards program recognizes lodging employees and properties that best symbolize the quality service of the industry.

The award in the guest relations category is given for programs that develop a climate conducive to new or repeat business, create goodwill among guests, or provide special services. InterContinental Milwaukee won for its Pink Room initiative.

“The Pink Room is a project that has united our staff, given back to our community, and brought awareness to a great cause,” said Tim Smith, general manager of InterContinental Milwaukee. “We are honored to have been recognized with this prestigious award, and look forward to continuing the program for years to come.”

When guests stay in one of InterContinental Milwaukee’s two Pink Rooms, a portion of the proceeds from each stay is donated to ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis, a Milwaukee-based organization whose mission is to provide free, personalized information and one-to-one support to people affected by breast cancer—patients, families and friends.

Upon entering the Pink Room, guests are greeted by an abundance of pink—from the comforter to the commissioned artwork. There’s a laptop on the desk that opens up to the Pink Room blog, pinkroomstories.com, where guests can read previous guests’ survival stories, learn about breast cancer events in the area, and more. Since the Pink Room opened in 2009, it has raised more than $40,000 in donations for ABCD.

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About American Hotel & Lodging Association

Serving the hospitality industry for a century, AH&LA is the sole national association representing all sectors and stakeholders in the lodging industry, including individual hotel property members, hotel companies, student and faculty members, and industry suppliers. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., AH&LA provides members with national advocacy on Capitol Hill, public relations and image management, education, research and information, and other value-added services to provide bottom line savings and ensure a positive business climate for the lodging industry. Partner state associations provide local representation and additional cost-saving benefits to members.

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.

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 10 states.  A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations.  The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels.  For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter.

Milwaukee, Wis., April 10, 2014. . . . . The AAA Four Diamond Hilton Milwaukee City Center, which is owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, today announced it was honored with four awards as part of the Hilton Hotels & Resorts 2013 Brand Awards of Excellence.  The 729-room hotel was the recipient of the Food and Beverage Award of Excellence for the highest guest satisfaction.  The hotel also received the most improved awards in three categories: Make it Right, Food & Beverage, and Housekeeping, building upon its prior success in each of these areas.

Each year, Hilton honors properties for outstanding performance in multiple categories, including marketing, food and beverage, housekeeping and brand culture.  In competition with 81 Hilton hotels with 500+ rooms in the Americas, the Hilton Milwaukee received four out of the fifteen awards for which it was eligible.  Adding to the magnitude of these awards was the fact that the Hilton Milwaukee was the only hotel to win more than one award.

“As the city of Milwaukee’s largest hotel with a tradition of excellence spanning over 85 years, the Hilton Milwaukee City Center is one of an elite group of hotels,” said Steve Magnuson, vice president and general manager.  “Our management team and associates continue to make great strides in providing an excellent guest experience, from the hotel’s food and beverage and ambiance to housekeeping and personalized customer service. I would like to thank all our team members for their diligence and consistency in helping to attain this significant achievement.”

The Hilton Milwaukee City Center was honored with the following four awards:

• Make it Right Award – Most Improved (over 500 rooms): This recognition is awarded to the hotel with year over year highest percentage growth in Satisfaction and Loyalty Tracking (SALT) scores for problem resolution (exceeded + met) and overall service (HHonors Members).
• Food & Beverage – Highest SALT (over 500 rooms): This recognition is awarded to the hotel with the highest SALT scores in all food and beverage related categories including: overall breakfast experience, availability of healthy breakfast menu choices, overall restaurant lunch/dinner experience, healthy lunch/dinner menu choices, overall in-room dining/room service experience, food quality (in-room dining) and quality of event food and beverage.
• Food & Beverage – Most Improved (over 500 rooms): This recognition is awarded to the hotel with year over year highest percentage growth in SALT scores in all food and beverage related categories including: overall breakfast experience, availability of healthy breakfast menu choices, overall restaurant lunch/dinner experience, healthy lunch/dinner menu choices, overall in-room dining/room service experience, food quality (in-room dining) and quality of event food and beverage.
• Housekeeping – Most Improved (over 500 rooms): This recognition is awarded to the hotel with year over year highest percentage growth in SALT scores for the cleanliness of guest rooms or suites, the fresh and clean smell of each room or suite, and the cleanliness of the bathroom.

For more information on the Hilton Hotels & Resorts Brand Awards of Excellence, please visit: http://news.hilton.com/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/26542.

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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 City Center 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 City Center 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 10 states.  A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations.  The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels.  For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

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Digital news network provides guests with access to thousands of local, national and international newspapers and magazines on their tablet or smartphones

Milwaukee, Wis., March 26, 2014. . . . .Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced it is offering PressReader,  a digital newspaper and magazine service, to guests at the The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee, Wis., the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in Lake Geneva, Wis. and The Platinum Hotel & Spa in Las Vegas, Nev.  PressReader, an eco-friendly, fully customizable digital newsstand, offers guests access to more than 2,500 publications from over 100 countries in 60 languages.

Marcus Hotels & Resorts has activated PressReader initially at three properties, with plans to expand the service to other properties in the future.  PressReader offers convenient access to thousands of newspapers and magazines on their personal digital device.  Guests simply connect to the hotel’s Wi-Fi network using their tablet, smartphone or eReader, download the PressReader mobile app and read the title of their choice.

“We are excited to offer this eco-friendly, innovative solution to our hotel guests,” said Joseph Khairallah, chief operating officer, Marcus Hotels & Resorts.  “Access to PressReader will provide our on-the-go business and leisure travelers, as well as international guests, 24/7 accessibility to the newspaper or magazine of their choice.  Guests can keep up-to-date on the latest global, national and local headlines with this unique, personalized service.  With features such as on-demand audio and translation, our guests can enjoy the comfort and convenience of this amenity wherever they are in the hotel – further enhancing their overall guest experience.”

PressReader was voted the Best Newspaper App ever for iPad and iPhone for two consecutive years.  Currently, PressReader is in more than 15,000 libraries, hotels, cruise ships, businesses, restaurants and airline lounges around the world.

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About PressReader

PressReader is an all-you-can-read digital newsstand that connects people through news. More than 30 million people use PressReader to read, share and talk about news. Full issues of 2,500+ global newspapers and magazines can be read online, in print or downloaded via the app. Complimentary access is offered at many libraries, hotels, corporate offices, airport lounges and other businesses, as well as on airlines and cruise lines worldwide. PressReader partners with more than 3,500 publishers in over 100 countries, helping them monetize their content and grow their global reach and readership across multiple channels and platforms.

For more information visit pressreader.com or about.pressreader.com, and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Google+ and Pinterest.

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 10 states.  A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations.  The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels.  For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

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Madison, Wis., February 5, 2014. . . . .The Hilton Madison Monona Terrace hotel, owned and managed by Milwaukee-based Marcus Hotels & Resorts, today announced its Carbone Ribbon Room, to support the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC).  Each night the room is reserved, the Hilton Madison will donate $25 to UWCCC.  Patients being treated at UWCCC will also have the opportunity to stay in the Carbone Ribbon Room, as an effort to provide additional relaxation and support during their road to recovery.  The Carbone Ribbon Room will be unveiled to the media and the public on Thursday, February 27, 2014 at a special ribbon cutting ceremony and reception. 

As a result of the 1971 National Cancer Act, the Carbone Cancer Center was established at UW-Madison as one of the first six university-based comprehensive cancer centers of excellence. The UWCCC is involved in groundbreaking clinical trials and research studies to find new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer.

The Hilton Madison has reconfigured and redesigned one of the hotel’s premium lakeview rooms to offer a bright and inspirational environment. The Carbone Ribbon Room will feature a journal to share personal stories, a compilation of sentimental narratives, and many more local, unique elements.  The artwork in the room is commissioned by local Madison artist and resident, Angelina Paoli.  Paoli is a cancer survivor herself.  The Carbone Ribbon Room logo represents multiple cancer awareness ribbons, and the bow shape represents the gift committed towards funding cancer research through the Carbone Ribbon Room project.

To learn more about the story behind the creation of the room, please watch this inspiring video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fidQZJAEPrs.

The Hilton Madison will share stories and images from the Carbone Ribbon Room project on Pinterest and Facebook, in addition to its website: www.hiltonmadison.com/ribbonroom.

“We are excited about the Hilton Madison’s new initiative to raise awareness for the UW Carbone Cancer Center, while also supporting our patients,” said Janie Winston, UW Carbone Cancer Center outreach specialist.  “This is another excellent example of a local business making a difference in the future of cancer research on a local, regional, and national level, and we are most appreciative.”

The Carbone Ribbon Room originated from the initiative of a team of Hilton Madison associates.  Andrea Mace, regional sales manager for Marcus Hotels & Resorts, is an active member of the UWCCC Emerging Leaders Board (ELB), and the Carbone Ribbon Room concept was conceived through Andrea’s devoted involvement with the UWCCC.  Andrea has been the driving force behind the project from the beginning and has been involved in every detail.  The impact of cancer on Andrea’s family, like so many others, brings a level of honor and dedication to this important project.

“Cancer touches many, and we all have a story to tell.  By partnering with UWCCC on the Carbone Ribbon Room, we hope to generate awareness and inspire others to take a creative approach to community involvement,” said Mace.  “The UW Carbone Cancer Center is recognized as one of the nation’s leading innovators in cancer research, and we’re fortunate that it’s right here in Madison.  This room enables the Hilton Madison to connect with the local community, encourage survivors and family members affected by cancer to share their stories, and to help fund essential research.”

“As a hotel, our job is to provide excellent hospitality and to make guests feel welcome and relaxed during their stay with us.  Our associates banded together to take our mission one step further by generating awareness and support of this important cause.  I am very proud of our entire staff here at the hotel,” said Ranette Maurer, director of sales and marketing for the Hilton Madison.

Kyra Popp, sales manager at the Hilton Madison added: “The Carbone Ribbon Room is an ideal way to leverage the resources we have at the Hilton Madison to make a difference and be a part of something bigger than yourself.  I have personally been touched by many people that have had cancer, and fortunately with the medical advances made in detection and treatment, many have overcome their battle.  With funds going directly towards UWCCC, the creation of the Carbone Ribbon Room will aid in further advancement towards curing and preventing all types of cancer.”

Chris Kessler, controller for the Hilton Madison, recently lost his sister, Kellie to cancer, and shares his thoughts about why the Carbone Ribbon Room is so important.  “Kellie always reminded me how important it is to have a positive attitude when fighting this battle and the Carbone Ribbon Room is an excellent way to show that to the community.  Kellie was involved with the Hilton Madison for over 10 years and the Hilton Madison has become a second family to both of us.  The creation of this room will not only bring attention to this horrible disease that affects families everywhere, but, in a small way, also help to keep Kellie’s spirit alive.”

Giving back to the community is not something new to Marcus Hotels & Resorts.  In 2010 the Pink Room launched at its InterContinental Milwaukee property to benefit Milwaukee’s After Breast Cancer Diagnosis (ABCD) foundation.  As of December 2013, $30,650 has been donated to ABCD as a result of the Pink Room Project.

Media interested in attending the Ribbon Cutting ceremony on February 27, 2014 at 4:00 p.m., should contact Ranette Maurer at rmaurer@hiltonmadison.com or 608-260-2363.

For more information on the Carbone Ribbon Room and reservations, please visit: http://www.hiltonmadison.com/ribbonroom.

For more information on the UW Carbone Cancer Center, visit: http://www.uwhealth.org/uw-carbone-cancer-center/cancer/10252.

For Carbone Ribbon Room pictures, video, interviews and tours, please contact Ranette Maurer at rmaurer@hiltonmadison.com or 608-260-2363.

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About the Hilton Madison

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

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 10 states.  A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations.  The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels.  For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

Timber Ridge Debuts Among Top Family-Friendly Hotels in the United States

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (February 2014) –Marcus Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark has been named among the Top 25 Family Hotels in the United States by TripAdvisor’s 2014 Travelers’ Choice Awards. Located in Lake Geneva, Wis., the adventurous, all-season destination is ranked No. 14 on the list of best family hotels in the United States, all determined from the ratings and reviews of millions of TripAdvisor travelers.

“It’s a privilege to be recognized by TripAdvisor as one of the top family hotels in the nation,” said Tom Mason, general manager of Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark. “We do our best to anticipate and satisfy the needs and wants of each family, and we’re thrilled that has been reflected in our user reviews. It’s a true testament to our staff’s diligence in creating the ultimate family-fun experience.”

From family dining to kids activities, Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark is the only all-suite destination of its kind in the Midwest to feature year-round fun for kids and parents. Timber Ridge offers a collection of 225 expansive guest suites that are equipped with whirlpool baths, private balconies and spacious living rooms and kitchens, all of which make Timber Ridge ideal for traveling families. Most impressive is the property’s 50,000-square-foot indoor / outdoor waterpark, Moose Mountain Falls, with pools, slides, a “lazy river” and several hot tubs. Guests can also enjoy the golf courses, ski hill and spa facilities at Timber Ridge’s sister property, AAA Four-Diamond resort, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa.

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About Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark

The family-friendly Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark is located in the legendary southeastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva, just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee. The property offers a collection of 225 expansive one and two-bedroom suites that are equipped with whirlpool baths, private balconies and spacious living rooms. Full kitchens, which boast full-sized refrigerators, stove-top burners, dishwashers and double sinks, provide complete comfort for families. The lodge also offers its signature 50,000-square-foot indoor-outdoor aquatic wonderland, Moose Mountain Falls – the area’s only Waterpark – as well as a 3,600-square-foot arcade, 3,500-square-foot ballroom and a family barbeque restaurant. For more information, please visit www.timberridgeresort.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 19 hotels, resorts and other properties in 10 states.  A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historical renovations.  The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels.  For more information, please visit www.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

 

Timber Ridge Debuts Among Top Family-Friendly Hotels in the United States

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (February 2014) –Marcus Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark has been named among the Top 25 Family Hotels in the United States by TripAdvisor’s 2014 Travelers’ Choice Awards. Located in Lake Geneva, Wis., the adventurous, all-season destination is ranked No. 14 on the list of best family hotels in the United States, all determined from the ratings and reviews of millions of TripAdvisor travelers.

“It’s a privilege to be recognized by TripAdvisor as one of the top family hotels in the nation,” said Tom Mason, general manager of Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark. “We do our best to anticipate and satisfy the needs and wants of each family, and we’re thrilled that has been reflected in our user reviews. It’s a true testament to our staff’s diligence in creating the ultimate family-fun experience.”

From family dining to kids activities, Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark is the only all-suite destination of its kind in the Midwest to feature year-round fun for kids and parents. Timber Ridge offers a collection of 225 expansive guest suites that are equipped with whirlpool baths, private balconies and spacious living rooms and kitchens, all of which make Timber Ridge ideal for traveling families. Most impressive is the property’s 50,000-square-foot indoor / outdoor waterpark, Moose Mountain Falls, with pools, slides, a “lazy river” and several hot tubs. Guests can also enjoy the golf courses, ski hill and spa facilities at Timber Ridge’s sister property, AAA Four-Diamond resort, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa.

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About Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark

The family-friendly Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark is located in the legendary southeastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva, just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee. The property offers a collection of 225 expansive one and two-bedroom suites that are equipped with whirlpool baths, private balconies and spacious living rooms. Full kitchens, which boast full-sized refrigerators, stove-top burners, dishwashers and double sinks, provide complete comfort for families. The lodge also offers its signature 50,000-square-foot indoor-outdoor aquatic wonderland, Moose Mountain Falls – the area’s only Waterpark – as well as a 3,600-square-foot arcade, 3,500-square-foot ballroom and a family barbeque restaurant. For more information, please visit www.timberridgeresort.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 19 hotels, resorts and other properties in 10 states.  A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historical renovations.  The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels.  For more information, please visit www.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

 

Marcus Restaurants is excited to announce programming for its Winter Chef Series scheduled to begin Saturday, Jan. 18, 2014. The winter program will run every Saturday through Feb. 8, 2014, from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. at the Mason Street Grill Chef’s Counter, located adjacent to The Pfister^® Hotel.

The Winter Chef Series will feature chefs from Hilton Milwaukee City Center, Milwaukee ChopHouse, and Miller Time Pub & Grill. Each 90 minute session will include a tasting and interactive dialogue with the chef.

“All of the classes in the winter session will focus on helping to educate our guests on ingredients and techniques, ” said Bill Doyle, Executive Chef at Hilton Milwaukee. “We want to give people tools they can utilize at home on an everyday basis.”

Guests will get to know some of the city’s culinary leaders, enjoy perfectly paired beverages and sample each chef’s preparations, while learning great tips. The atmosphere is light, friendly, and fun, with an emphasis on learning. With classes limited to 20 guests, attendees will enjoy a close-up look at cooking techniques in an intimate setting.

Following is a listing of each specific class in the Winter 2014 series:

January 18: One Pot Wonders

Bill Doyle, Executive Chef, Hilton Milwaukee City Center

Chef Doyle will demonstrate the incredible versatility of dishes that can be prepared in a single pot, with an emphasis on braised beef shoulder. Guests will also get a tutorial on the preparation of tomato marmalade, pumpkin bisque with candied bacon, and winter vegetable tian.

January 25: Fabulous Fennel

Bill Doyle, Executive Chef, Hilton Milwaukee City Center

Chef Doyle will demonstrate the preparation of classic winter foods with fennel as a key ingredient. Crunchy, with a slightly sweet flavor of anise, fennel adds a unique dimension to many dishes. Besides showing you his secrets to cooking with fennel, Chef Doyle will discuss multiple course menu design and combinations of flavors and portioning.

February 1: Pairing with Spirits

Aaron Miles, Executive Sous-Chef, Milwaukee ChopHouse

All too often, the home chef is understandably befuddled by what drinks to serve with dinner. Join Chef Miles and learn how to balance the unique flavor profiles of specialty cocktails and liqueurs with foods of all type.

February 8: Smokin’ Good

Anthony Lemens, Executive Sous-Chef, Miller Time Pub & Grill

Chef Lemens will reveal the secrets to preparing a delicious smoked pork tenderloin. To accompany this, he will be demonstrating the preparation of sautéed brussels leaves, squash puree, and Calvados demi-glace.

Tickets are $29/person or $49/couple, per weekly session. Guests can choose to stay the night Friday or Saturday evening with accommodations in a deluxe king or deluxe double guest room at The Pfister, starting at $129. Chef series tickets are sold separately.

For reservations, call (414) 935-5950. More details on each session can be found at www.MarcusChefs.com.

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

About Marcus Restaurants

From classic steakhouses to contemporary American cuisine, Milwaukee’s Marcus Restaurants feature inspired dishes that cater to every taste. Mason Street Grill, 425 E. Mason St., serves high-quality wood-grilled steaks, traditional sandwiches and house made desserts. Milwaukee ChopHouse, 633 N. 5^th St., offers guests the latest in steak, seafood and style. Kil@wat, 139 E. Kilbourn Ave., features classic dishes, with an inventive, modern twist. Miller Time Pub & Grill, 509 W. Wisconsin Ave., expertly pairs food and beer to create one-of-a-kind dining experience. For more information on any of the restaurants, visit www.marcusrestaurants.com.

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Grand Geneva Resort & Spa honored by Smart Meetings magazine as a top meetings and event destination

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (November 15, 2013) — The AAA Four-Diamond Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, is proud to be a recipient of the 2013 Smart Meetings Platinum Choice Award. This prestigious award recognizes Grand Geneva Resort & Spa as one of North America’s top resorts for meetings and events.

“We are honored to have been recognized among some of the top hotels, resorts and destinations in the country,” said Leslie Johnson, director of sales and marketing. “We value our business guests and strive to provide thoughtful and successful meetings and events. We are so grateful for awards like these, which recognize our efforts.”

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is the largest convention resort in Wisconsin, featuring more than 62,000 square feet dedicated to meetings and conventions. The resort spans 1,300 acres in Lake Geneva and offers professional amenities, newly renovated guest rooms, a variety of dining options and expansive indoor and outdoor meeting facilities. The resort also has an array of wellness offerings, outdoor activities and two championship golf courses.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa and the other recipients of the Platinum Choice Award were nominated and selected by meetings professionals, Smart Meetings editorial team, and the readers. Winners earn this recognition by setting exemplary standards in a range of categories including: ambience, facility quality, amenities, breadth of resources, meeting space, meeting packages, recreational activities, restaurant and dining facilities, marketing support, staff attitude and technical support. Winning hotels and resorts will also be featured in the December issue of Smart Meetings.

 

For more information or to reserve accommodations at Grand Geneva, please call 800.558.3417 or visit www.grandgeneva.com.

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

About Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-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 (@Grand_Geneva).

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 19 hotels, resorts and other properties in 10 states.  A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historical renovations.  The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels.  For more information, please visit www.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (November 19, 2013) – Next summer, a long-standing and beloved icon of the valley, The Beverly Garland, will make its debut as North Hollywood’s newest boutique hotel, The Garland. This will take place after the completion of a $20 million dollar, multi-phase redesign and renovation that began this month. In addition, the property will shed the Holiday Inn flag November 30, 2013. Marcus Hotels & Resorts will continue to manage the property.

The original design of The Beverly Garland was heavily influenced by and named for actress Beverly Garland by her husband, Fillmore Crank. The real estate developer and contractor by trade partnered with the founder of the famed Tropicana Hotel in Las Vegas, John Kell Houssels, Jr., to build the hotel in 1970.  Second generation James Crank took over the helm in 1999. This winter, Mr. Crank is investing in the hotel with a complete redesign, taking all that is relaxing and fun about the Southern California experience and merging it with newly re-imagined style and comfort befitting today’s discerning traveler.

“It’s been a dream of mine to turn this beautiful property into a unique boutique hotel,” said Owner James Crank. “Our focus on service and the guest experience coupled with our determination to create an alternative hotel offering in Los Angeles will surely surpass expectations.”

Spearheading the renovation is General Manager Scott A. Mills who holds more than 20 years’ experience in the hospitality industry. From directing food and beverage concepts to managing operations and guest experiences, Mills has successfully taken ownership of all business components of the hospitality industry. His background with luxury properties, including multiple Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and the Viceroy Hotel Group, is a welcomed addition to the hotel, transforming one of Hollywood’s favorite properties to a unique, one-of-a-kind urban retreat.

“We are beyond thrilled for the next chapter of this revered Los Angeles hotel,” said General Manager Scott Mills. “The history of the property, combined with the plans we have in store, will bring the hotel to the next level. We’re excited to debut The Garland next summer.”

The renovation plans will incorporate bold, vibrant colors against rich textures and eclectic accent pieces. The re-designed property will mirror a sophisticated, retro-cool California style and experience. Designed by Forchielli Glynn, known for their work with hotel properties such as Miraval Resort and the Peninsula Beverly Hills, and Rossi Architecture, who designed the remodel of the Riviera Palm Springs. The hotel’s renovation will include transformation of all 242 guest rooms and 14 suites and public spaces, including the addition of a new, luscious outdoor garden space, unique to the area and perfect for weddings, social events.

In addition, the hotel’s signature restaurant, currently named “Tula’s Café” after Beverly Garland’s granddaughter, will be redesigned to unveil a brand new concept and welcoming outdoor patio. Executive Chef Warren Schwartz will be opening his new restaurant in the space, bringing with him an impressive resume and recent success of a Los Angeles favorite – Westside Tavern. During the renovation, Chef Schwartz will head “Warren’s Blackboard,” an interim restaurant serving as his “blackboard” to concept the property’s new dining venue. The experimental setting will feature a daily menu reflective of the culturally diverse Los Angeles food culture. Warren’s Blackboard will be an opportunity for both Chef Schwartz and diners to sculpt the experience guests will have at the property’s signature restaurant next year.

The Beverly Garland is just minutes away from many of Hollywood’s most popular destinations, including Universal Studios, Universal CityWalk, Hollywood and the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Warner Bros Studios.

 

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About The Beverly Garland

Built in 1972 by Fillmore Crank for his wife, well-known Hollywood actress, Beverly Garland, The Beverly Garland has a colorful history and strong presence in the North Hollywood community. Second generation James Crank took over the helm in 1999. Today, Mr. Crank has brought together top talent in the hospitality industry to continue the success of the revered hotel. Debuting summer 2014, The Beverly Garland will boast 242 renovated guest rooms and 14 suites, updated public spaces, the addition of a brand new outdoor garden/wedding venue and a completely redesigned signature restaurant helmed by Executive Chef Warren Schwartz. Located just minutes from many of Hollywood’s most popular destinations, including Universal Studios, Universal CityWalk, Hollywood, The Hollywood Walk of Fame and Warner Bros Studios, the hotel is ideal for families, couples and business travelers alike. For more information, please visit www.beverlygarland.com.

 

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 20 hotels, resorts and other properties in 11 states.  A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations.  The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels.  For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter.