Gourmet meals, sparkling treasures and spontaneous getaways help couples celebrate the most romantic holiday of the year

MILWAUKEE, February 1, 2018 – Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a nationally recognized hotel management company, is adding sparkle and delight to Valentine’s Day with one-of-a-kind packages at properties across the nation. These exceptional packages include adventurous proposal accommodations, lavish spa treatments and delectable culinary dishes that are perfect to celebrate the most romantic day of the year with a loved one. Guests can create memorable Valentine’s Day experiences at top-rated hotels across the U.S., including The Garland in North Hollywood, California; Hilton Milwaukee City Center in Milwaukee; Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker in Lincoln, Nebraska; Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District in Omaha, Nebraska; and The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee.

“If you’re searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day surprise to leave your loved one happily speechless, Marcus Hotels & Resorts offers breathtaking experiences to make this day unforgettable,” said Erin Levzow, vice president of marketing at Marcus Hotels & Resorts. “From gourmet meals and sweet treats, to relaxing spa treatments and outstanding amenities, guests can celebrate Valentine’s Day with a truly exceptional experience at one of our properties.”

Experience one of Marcus Hotels & Resorts’ 2018 luxurious Valentine’s Day packages, including:

Return to Romance at The Garland in North Hollywood, California
Cuddle up at The Garland in North Hollywood. Rediscover the magic and all the adventures of Valentine’s Day with this romantic getaway. As part of the “Return to Romance” package, guests will receive:
• One-night stay in deluxe accommodations
• Welcome bottle of sparkling wine
• Pasadena-based LATHER brand spa amenities
• Complimentary late check-out at 3 p.m.

Package price: Starts at $364 per night. Available through February 18, 2018. Based on availability. To book today, please call 800.238.3759 or visit: Return to Romance. Please book your reservations at least 24 hours in advance.

A Delicious Night for All at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center in Milwaukee
You’ve heard of Friendsgiving. Now you can enjoy Valentine’s Day with your couple friends at the award-winning AAA Four-Diamond Hilton Milwaukee City Center. This evening of gourmet food and drinks is guaranteed to provide a delectable Valentine’s Day experience for everyone involved. This package includes:
• Three-course dinner for five couples with one bottle per couple of either Meiomi Pinot Noir or Stag’s Leap Chardonnay at the Milwaukee ChopHouse
• Five deluxe king suites – one night per stay per couple
• One bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne in each guest room
• Beautiful bouquet of 12 roses for each participating couple’s room delivered by the Hilton Milwaukee City Center’s canine concierge, Millie
• Chocolate truffles made by the Hilton Milwaukee City Center pastry chef Caitlin Miller
• Breakfast buffet for the five couples the following morning at the Hilton Café
• Complimentary parking

Package price: $2,000 for 10 people + taxes and gratuity. Available through February 28, 2018. Based on availability. To book today, call 414.935.5940 or visit: Hilton Milwaukee City Center. Please book your reservations at least 72 hours in advance. Millie, the canine concierge will deliver roses between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. CT.

A Romantic Getaway at the Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker in Lincoln, Nebraska
Indulge in a delicious Valentine’s Day experience with the Romance Package at the Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker, the premier hotel serving the heart of Lincoln. Surprise your sweetheart with:
• Overnight accommodations with delivery of chocolate, strawberries and a split of champagne to the room at the time requested
• Breakfast buffet for two in the Café at The Cornhusker the following morning
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Late check-out at 2 p.m.

Package price: Starts at $144 per night. Available February 9-11, 2018, February 14, 2018 and February 16-18, 2018. Based on availability. To book today, call 402.474.7474 or visit: Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker. There is no minimum date required to book your reservation.

The Perfect Proposal at the Omaha Marriott Downtown at The Capitol District in Omaha, Nebraska
Let the Omaha Marriott Downtown at The Capitol District create the perfect place to ask, “Will you marry me?” There are two packages available to help you propose:

The Diamond Package includes:
• One carat diamond engagement ring
• Secret photographer to capture the big moment
• Two skate passes with skate rental at the NRG Energy Ice Rink in The Capitol District
• Eighteen additional skate passes for friends and family to witness the engagement
• One personalized 30-second “will you marry me” message and two 30-second per hour “congratulations” messages on the plaza TV screen, including a special song to play over the speakers during the ask
• One-hour cocktail & hors d’oeuvres engagement party for up to 20 people at the Omaha Marriott Downtown
• Breakfast for two in the hotel restaurant, Society 1854
• Overnight guest room accommodation in an upgraded suite

Package price: Starts at $12,000 + taxes and fees. Valid through February 14, 2018. To book today, call 844.696.3779 or visit: Engagement on Ice and a Diamond. Please book your reservations at least 14 days in advance.

The Platinum Package includes:
• Two skate passes with skate rental at the NRG Energy Ice Rink in The Capitol District
• Selection of special song to play over the speakers during the big moment
• One personalized 30-second “will you marry me” message on the large plaza TV screen
• Two 30-second per hour “congratulations” messages on the plaza TV screen
• Two complimentary beverages at Burdock and Bitters to celebrate the special occasion
• Overnight guest room accommodations for the newly engaged couple

Package price: Starts at $209 per night. Valid through February 14, 2018. To book today, call 844-696-3779 or visit: Engagement on the Ice – Platinum. Please book your reservations at least seven days in advance.

125 Years of Valentine History at The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee
The Pfister Hotel has celebrated 125 years of engagements, weddings and anniversaries. Make your Valentine’s Day sparkle and shine with this memorable package, in partnership with Kesslers Diamonds. Create the memory of a lifetime with:
• One Kesslers Diamonds 14-karat white gold, 74-round diamond fashion bracelet
• Two-night stay in a Presidential Suite
• Full access to the exclusive Pfister Club Lounge, located on the 23rd floor of The Pfister Hotel
• Bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne
• Specialty chocolate truffles in the room courtesy of The Pfister Hotel’s executive pastry chef Travis Martinez
• Beautiful bouquet of 125 roses
• Two spa packages at The Pfister’s WELL Spa + Salon, which includes bubbles, a massage and a scrub

Package price: $12,500 + taxes and is available through February 28, 2018. Based on availability. To book today, call 414.390.1854 or visit: The Pfister Hotel. Please book your reservations at least 72 hours in advance. Guests are able to substitute jewelry item for item of equal or lesser value.

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

Control, the clandestine organization tasked with establishing and maintaining SafeHouse Restaurants in Milwaukee and Chicago, announced today that it has assigned two new agents to SafeHouse Milwaukee. Agent Change, a.k.a. Nick Dillon, joins the restaurant as the new Chief of Staff (general manager), and Agent Bacon, a.k.a. Craig Larson, was named the new Chief Culinary Agent (kitchen manager). Collectively, Agents Change and Bacon will manage all aspects of SafeHouse Milwaukee.

Agent Change
In his new role as top operative at SafeHouse Milwaukee, Agent Change will be responsible for overseeing all secret missions and operations at the restaurant. He has more than 15 years of experience working in the restaurant industry around the country, including assignments as general manager of southeastern Wisconsin’s Water Street Brewery and St. Francis Brewery. While at St. Francis Brewery, Agent Change partnered with Milwaukee County Parks and successfully launched Milwaukee’s Craft Beer Garden in Humboldt Park, which remains one of the city’s premier beer gardens during the summer.

Before going undercover at The SafeHouse, Agent Change was stationed at the Milwaukee Burger Company in Franklin, Wisconsin. He has also worked as general manager of the oldest Mexican restaurant in continuous operation by the same family in the U.S. – El Charro Café – located in Tucson, Arizona. He is originally from Burlington, Wisconsin and currently resides in Glendale, Wisconsin with his wife Sarah and their three children Liam, Harrison and Penelope.

Agent Bacon
Agent Bacon, also a Wisconsin native, has more than seven years of experience working in the restaurant industry in Wisconsin and Illinois. Prior to joining the stealthy team at SafeHouse Milwaukee, Agent Bacon served as executive chef of Di Moda on Milwaukee’s lower east side, which he helped open. He has also held positions at Milwaukee’s Screaming Tuna as executive sous chef and Madison, Wisconsin’s Ale Asylum as the assistant kitchen manager. Early in his career, Agent Bacon worked as a sous chef at Giovanni’s Restaurant and Convention Center in Rockford, Illinois.

“Agents Change and Bacon join a team of highly-trained sleuths at SafeHouse Milwaukee. With their talents for building original and successful restaurant programs, as well as creating exceptional culinary experiences, they fit right in,” whispered Agent Blonde, a.k.a. Peggy Williams-Smith, senior vice president of SafeHouse Restaurants. “SafeHouse Milwaukee is an iconic landmark in our city. These two agents bring the necessary skills and cunning expertise needed to keep the tradition alive for many years to come. We’re thrilled they agreed to help us carry out our mission.”

Since first opening in 1966, SafeHouse Milwaukee has operated under the alias International Exports Ltd. and has become the premier refuge for the world’s undercover elite. In February 2017, Control welcomed a second SafeHouse location in downtown Chicago. Today, agents visiting either city can rest easy knowing that they have a SafeHouse waiting.

For more information on the latest news and updates from Marcus Restaurant Group, please visit http://marcusrestaurants.com/.

About SafeHouse Restaurants
Recently voted as serving the #1 burger by Chicago Magazine, The SafeHouse, which is owned and managed by Marcus Restaurant Group, is a local landmark and cultural icon, attracting hungry spies from around the world. Having two covert locations in Chicago and Milwaukee, SafeHouse challenges spies with an all-encompassing experience and a one-of-a-kind mission during their visit. From the moment they locate the top-secret entrance and pass the agent authorization process, to the sleek Interpol Bar and Interrogation Room, every aspect of The SafeHouse contains interactive elements, spy technology, and puzzles to seamlessly fuse an action-packed atmosphere with delicious food and signature cocktails. The Chicago location features a 21st century design led by award-winning firms, The Gettys Group and Epstein Global, while the Milwaukee location boasts 50 years of spy history, gadgetry and the world’s largest puzzle wall. Both feature an unparalleled menu with spy food to satisfy the needs of every secret agent, served in an authentic espionage experience. For more on SafeHouse, visit www.safe-house.com.

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GRAND GENEVA RESORT & SPA NAMED AMONG “BEST OF WEDDINGS 2018” WINNERS BY THE KNOT

Award-Winning Wisconsin Resort Recognized As Top Reception Venue

LAKE GENEVA, Wis., (January 24, 2018) – Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, the award-winning AAA Four-Diamond resort owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, is honored to be recognized by The Knot’s “Best of Weddings 2018” as one of the top reception venues in the Milwaukee area. The highly esteemed wedding website and magazine helps engaged couples plan their nuptials by supplying everything from planning tips and vendor recommendations to wedding dress ideas and gift registry.

The breathtaking surroundings, elegant reception space, outstanding cuisine and highly attentive service make Grand Geneva Resort & Spa the ideal wedding venue to create a seamless wedding day experience for the couple and up to 400 guests. While the Grand Ballroom is the largest and most traditional option, the Chalet at The Mountain Top’s exposed beams, paver brick floors and a sweeping outdoor patio space make for an ideal, rustic setting. With possibilities for every couple, the property also has two outdoor ceremony lawns, the Fairview and Greenview, which offer beautiful views of the lake and The Brute golf course.  Moreover, the amenities and experiences housed right on the property mean guests will never have to search for more ways to enjoy their stay. That includes pampering for the bridal party and others at the onsite WELL Spa + Salon, along with an array of year-round activities such as championship golf, horseback riding, skiing, swimming and more.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee, which makes traveling to Lake Geneva easy and convenient. For more information on wedding planning at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, visit GrandGenevaWeddings.com.

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 About Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-wining, AAA Four Diamond all-seasons resort set on 1,300 acres in the legendary southeastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva.  Located 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa features 355 guest accommodations, including deluxe rooms and suites, along with 29 new villas.  On site, guests can enjoy the WELL Spa + Salon; two championship 18-hole golf courses; The Mountain Top, a ski and snowboard facility; 62,000-square-feet of meeting and convention space and five restaurants.  Also on the resort’s grounds is the Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark, featuring 225 guest suites and 50,000 square feet of year-round, indoor/outdoor waterpark excitement, bringing the total number of rooms on the Grand Geneva campus to 609. For more information, please visit www.grandgeneva.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 19 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. 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. 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.  This includes hotel food and beverage concepts developed by its Marcus Restaurant Group, featuring premier brands such as Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. The company is also growing its experiential restaurant concept, The SafeHouse, with a second location that opened in early 2017 in Chicago. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

GRAND GENEVA RESORT & SPA NAMED AMONG “BEST OF WEDDINGS 2018” WINNERS BY THE KNOT

Award-Winning Wisconsin Resort Recognized As Top Reception Venue

LAKE GENEVA, Wis., (January 24, 2018) – Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, the award-winning AAA Four-Diamond resort owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, is honored to be recognized by The Knot’s “Best of Weddings 2018” as one of the top reception venues in the Milwaukee area. The highly esteemed wedding website and magazine helps engaged couples plan their nuptials by supplying everything from planning tips and vendor recommendations to wedding dress ideas and gift registry.

The breathtaking surroundings, elegant reception space, outstanding cuisine and highly attentive service make Grand Geneva Resort & Spa the ideal wedding venue to create a seamless wedding day experience for the couple and up to 400 guests. While the Grand Ballroom is the largest and most traditional option, the Chalet at The Mountain Top’s exposed beams, paver brick floors and a sweeping outdoor patio space make for an ideal, rustic setting. With possibilities for every couple, the property also has two outdoor ceremony lawns, the Fairview and Greenview, which offer beautiful views of the lake and The Brute golf course.  Moreover, the amenities and experiences housed right on the property mean guests will never have to search for more ways to enjoy their stay. That includes pampering for the bridal party and others at the onsite WELL Spa + Salon, along with an array of year-round activities such as championship golf, horseback riding, skiing, swimming and more.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee, which makes traveling to Lake Geneva easy and convenient. For more information on wedding planning at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, visit GrandGenevaWeddings.com.

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 About Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-wining, AAA Four Diamond all-seasons resort set on 1,300 acres in the legendary southeastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva.  Located 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa features 355 guest accommodations, including deluxe rooms and suites, along with 29 new villas.  On site, guests can enjoy the WELL Spa + Salon; two championship 18-hole golf courses; The Mountain Top, a ski and snowboard facility; 62,000-square-feet of meeting and convention space and five restaurants.  Also on the resort’s grounds is the Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark, featuring 225 guest suites and 50,000 square feet of year-round, indoor/outdoor waterpark excitement, bringing the total number of rooms on the Grand Geneva campus to 609. For more information, please visit www.grandgeneva.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 19 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. 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. 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.  This includes hotel food and beverage concepts developed by its Marcus Restaurant Group, featuring premier brands such as Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. The company is also growing its experiential restaurant concept, The SafeHouse, with a second location that opened in early 2017 in Chicago. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

Milwaukee, Wis., January 16, 2018 – The AAA Four-Diamond Pfister® Hotel, owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, today announced six finalists for the 2018-2019 Artist-in-Residence program. This year’s finalists are Katheryn Corbin, ceramic figure sculpture; Clare Jorgensen, encaustic painter; Heidi Parkes, fiber artist; Kate Schaffer, painter; Stephanie Schultz, fashion designer; and Alice Wilson, living statue performer, costume and makeup designer.

Works of the six finalists will be showcased through mid-February at Gallerie M inside the InterContinental® Milwaukee, also owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, to coincide with the Historic Third Ward’s Gallery Night and Day on Friday, January 19 and Saturday, January 20, 2018. At a special Gallery Night reception at Gallerie M, guests and attendees will have the opportunity to meet the finalists and learn more about their work. The event will be held on Friday, January 19 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. with complimentary light snacks, passed champagne and a cash bar,

The 2018-2019 Artist-in-Residence winner will help celebrate the 10th year of the internationally recognized program, which provides an opportunity for local artists to enjoy a highly visible platform to showcase her work. This includes a year’s worth of creating and displaying their work in the designated artist studio and gallery on the first floor of the 125-year-old Pfister Hotel. Guests and the public can visit the artist during her residency in The Pfister’s studio and watch the evolution of each piece come to life while learning about the Artist in Residence’s unique artform and method.

Public Voting
Beginning at noon CST on Friday, January 19, 2018, members of the public will be able to vote online at www.thepfisterhotel.com/vote once per day, or via manual ballot vote at both Gallerie M and the Artist-in-Residence Studio at The Pfister Hotel. Voting will end on Friday, February 16, 2018 at noon CST, and the selection committee will announce the next Artist in Residence soon thereafter. The public voting will comprise of one seat on the selection committee, influencing the final decision. Regardless of who is chosen as Artist in Residence, the winner of the public vote will receive a solo exhibit inside Gallerie M and a $300 Utrecht Art Supplies gift card.

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

About The Pfister Hotel
Celebrating its 125th year, The Pfister Hotel is one of the oldest hotels in the Midwest and continues to be the premier hotel in downtown Milwaukee. Originally opened 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 offers 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 by AAA as a Four-Diamond property for 41 consecutive years. In 2017, The Pfister Hotel was ranked the No. 1 Best Milwaukee Hotel by U.S. News & World Report and was recognized as a Top Hotel in the Midwest in Condé Nast Traveler’s 30th annual Reader’s Choice Awards. This exceptional property is a member of two prestigious hotel organizations, Historic Hotels of America and Preferred Hotels & Resorts. The Pfister Hotel is located at 424 E. Wisconsin Ave. in downtown Milwaukee. For more information, please visit www.thepfisterhotel.com and follow the hotel on Facebook and 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.

GRAND GENEVA RESORT & SPA HOSTS ABOMINABLE SNOW RACE AT THE MOUNTAIN TOP

Conquer The Midwest’s Premier Winter Obstacle Race on January 27, 2018

LAKE GENEVA, Wis., (January 17, 2018) – Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, the award-winning AAA Four-Diamond resort owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, is excited to welcome back the Abominable Snow Race (ASR) on Saturday, January 27. The Midwest’s premier winter obstacle race challenges participants to five miles of snowy terrain and more than 20 winter-themed obstacles.

Held at The Mountain Top, the ski resort at Grand Geneva, ASR offers the perfect blend of fitness, family and fun. Ideal for varying ages and skills, there are three race categories: Elite Heat (elite racers 17 & older), Hero Heat (military, police & firefighters), and Open Heats (athletes 12 & older). All race participants will receive an exclusive ASR t-shirt, ASR finisher’s medal, 2018 Abominable beanie, and those 21 years of age or older will also receive a free local craft brew at the finish from sponsor Geneva Lake Brewing Co. Kids ages 4 to 11 can conquer the Lil Yeti course, which is a half mile long and features eight plus obstacles on the bunny slopes

Before and after the event, participants are encouraged to check out the 2018 Base Camp, located at the bottom of The Mountain Top, along with the nearby Yeti’s Lodge. While there, guests are invited to listen to live music, play games, enjoy food and drinks by the fire pit, and watch fellow racers conquer the course.

ASR is proud to donate a portion of the 2018 event proceeds to the Oscar Mike Foundation, which aims to help get injured veterans “On-The-Move.” Each year, ASR honors service men and women with the presentation of the flag by the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard, special guest speakers from the Oscar Mike Foundation and the singing of the national anthem.

Participants who are interested in making it a weekend getaway can enjoy exclusive offers such as discounted hotel ratest Grand Geneva and the family-friendly Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark, which boasts a 50,000-square foot indoor/outdoor waterpark. Additionally, The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva features more than 30 acres of downhill ski runs and terrain for all ages and abilities. ASR participants can enjoy an exclusive, discounted lift pass for $79.

To register for ASR, please visit www.abominablesnowrace.com. For more information on Grand Geneva Resort & Spa and to book your stay, please visit www.grandgeneva.com.

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About Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-wining, AAA Four Diamond all-seasons resort set on 1,300 acres in the legendary southeastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva.  Located 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee, the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa features 355 guest accommodations, including deluxe rooms and suites, along with 29 new villas.  On site, guests can enjoy the WELL Spa + Salon; two championship 18-hole golf courses; The Mountain Top, a ski and snowboard facility; 62,000-square-feet of meeting and convention space and three restaurants.  Also on the resort’s grounds is the Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark, featuring 225 guest suites and 50,000 square feet of year-round, indoor/outdoor waterpark excitement, bringing the total number of rooms on the Grand Geneva campus to 609. For more information, please visit www.grandgeneva.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. 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. 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, featuring premier brands such as Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. The company is also growing its experiential restaurant concept, The SafeHouse, with a second location that opened in early 2017 in Chicago, Ill. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

GRAND GENEVA RESORT & SPA HOSTS ABOMINABLE SNOW RACE AT THE MOUNTAIN TOP

Conquer The Midwest’s Premier Winter Obstacle Race on January 27, 2018

LAKE GENEVA, Wis., (January 17, 2018) – Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, the award-winning AAA Four-Diamond resort owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, is excited to welcome back the Abominable Snow Race (ASR) on Saturday, January 27. The Midwest’s premier winter obstacle race challenges participants to five miles of snowy terrain and more than 20 winter-themed obstacles.

Held at The Mountain Top, the ski resort at Grand Geneva, ASR offers the perfect blend of fitness, family and fun. Ideal for varying ages and skills, there are three race categories: Elite Heat (elite racers 17 & older), Hero Heat (military, police & firefighters), and Open Heats (athletes 12 & older). All race participants will receive an exclusive ASR t-shirt, ASR finisher’s medal, 2018 Abominable beanie, and those 21 years of age or older will also receive a free local craft brew at the finish from sponsor Geneva Lake Brewing Co. Kids ages 4 to 11 can conquer the Lil Yeti course, which is a half mile long and features eight plus obstacles on the bunny slopes.

Before and after the event, participants are encouraged to check out the 2018 Base Camp, located at the bottom of The Mountain Top, along with the nearby Yeti’s Lodge. While there, guests are invited to listen to live music, play games, enjoy food and drinks by the fire pit, and watch fellow racers conquer the course.

ASR is proud to donate a portion of the 2018 event proceeds to the Oscar Mike Foundation, which aims to help get injured veterans “On-The-Move.” Each year, ASR honors service men and women with the presentation of the flag by the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard, special guest speakers from the Oscar Mike Foundation and the singing of the national anthem.

Participants who are interested in making it a weekend getaway can enjoy exclusive offers such as discounted hotel rates at Grand Geneva and the family-friendly Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark, which boasts a 50,000-square foot indoor/outdoor waterpark. Additionally, The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva features more than 30 acres of downhill ski runs and terrain for all ages and abilities. ASR participants can enjoy an exclusive, discounted lift pass for $79.

To register for ASR, please visit www.abominablesnowrace.com. For more information on Grand Geneva Resort & Spa and to book your stay, please visit www.grandgeneva.com.

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About Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-wining, AAA Four Diamond all-seasons resort set on 1,300 acres in the legendary southeastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva.  Located 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee, the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa features 355 guest accommodations, including deluxe rooms and suites, along with 29 new villas.  On site, guests can enjoy the WELL Spa + Salon; two championship 18-hole golf courses; The Mountain Top, a ski and snowboard facility; 62,000-square-feet of meeting and convention space and three restaurants.  Also on the resort’s grounds is the Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark, featuring 225 guest suites and 50,000 square feet of year-round, indoor/outdoor waterpark excitement, bringing the total number of rooms on the Grand Geneva campus to 609. For more information, please visit www.grandgeneva.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. 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. 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, featuring premier brands such as Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. The company is also growing its experiential restaurant concept, The SafeHouse, with a second location that opened in early 2017 in Chicago, Ill. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

GRAND GENEVA RESORT & SPA HOSTS ABOMINABLE SNOW RACE AT THE MOUNTAIN TOP

Conquer The Midwest’s Premier Winter Obstacle Race on January 27, 2018

LAKE GENEVA, Wis., (January 17, 2018) – Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, the award-winning AAA Four-Diamond resort owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, is excited to welcome back the Abominable Snow Race (ASR) on Saturday, January 27. The Midwest’s premier winter obstacle race challenges participants to five miles of snowy terrain and more than 20 winter-themed obstacles.

Held at The Mountain Top, the ski resort at Grand Geneva, ASR offers the perfect blend of fitness, family and fun. Ideal for varying ages and skills, there are three race categories: Elite Heat (elite racers 17 & older), Hero Heat (military, police & firefighters), and Open Heats (athletes 12 & older). All race participants will receive an exclusive ASR t-shirt, ASR finisher’s medal, 2018 Abominable beanie, and those 21 years of age or older will also receive a free local craft brew at the finish from sponsor Geneva Lake Brewing Co. Kids ages 4 to 11 can conquer the Lil Yeti course, which is a half mile long and features eight plus obstacles on the bunny slopes.

Before and after the event, participants are encouraged to check out the 2018 Base Camp, located at the bottom of The Mountain Top, along with the nearby Yeti’s Lodge. While there, guests are invited to listen to live music, play games, enjoy food and drinks by the fire pit, and watch fellow racers conquer the course.

ASR is proud to donate a portion of the 2018 event proceeds to the Oscar Mike Foundation, which aims to help get injured veterans “On-The-Move.” Each year, ASR honors service men and women with the presentation of the flag by the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard, special guest speakers from the Oscar Mike Foundation and the singing of the national anthem.

Participants who are interested in making it a weekend getaway can enjoy exclusive offers such as discounted hotel rates at Grand Geneva and the family-friendly Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark, which boasts a 50,000-square foot indoor/outdoor waterpark. Additionally, The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva features more than 30 acres of downhill ski runs and terrain for all ages and abilities. ASR participants can enjoy an exclusive, discounted lift pass for $79.

To register for ASR, please visit www.abominablesnowrace.com. For more information on Grand Geneva Resort & Spa and to book your stay, please visit www.grandgeneva.com.

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About Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-wining, AAA Four Diamond all-seasons resort set on 1,300 acres in the legendary southeastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva.  Located 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee, the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa features 355 guest accommodations, including deluxe rooms and suites, along with 29 new villas.  On site, guests can enjoy the WELL Spa + Salon; two championship 18-hole golf courses; The Mountain Top, a ski and snowboard facility; 62,000-square-feet of meeting and convention space and three restaurants.  Also on the resort’s grounds is the Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark, featuring 225 guest suites and 50,000 square feet of year-round, indoor/outdoor waterpark excitement, bringing the total number of rooms on the Grand Geneva campus to 609. For more information, please visit www.grandgeneva.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. 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. 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, featuring premier brands such as Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. The company is also growing its experiential restaurant concept, The SafeHouse, with a second location that opened in early 2017 in Chicago, Ill. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).

Milwaukee, Wis., December 6, 2017. . . . .Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a nationally recognized hotel owner and management company, today announced several of its associates at the Hilton Madison Monona Terrace in Madison, Wis., were recognized by the hotel and lodging industry.

Skip Harless, general manager of the Hilton Madison Monona Terrace was named “Innkeeper of the Year” by the Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association (WH&LA) at its 2017 Stars of the Industry Awards held November 6, 2017. The award recognizes outstanding leadership and commitment to lodging excellence in the Wisconsin lodging industry and is considered one of WH&LA’s highest honors. Judging criteria include ongoing involvement in WH&LA and the lodging industry, commitment to both the profession and the community, personal and/or property achievements, general leadership abilities and human resource skills.

WH&LA also recognized the hotel’s concierge, Rick Rehfeldt, with the 2017 “Spirit of Hospitality” award. Rehfeldt was among ten non-managerial employees who received the “Spirit of Hospitality” award, which recognizes employees that exceed guest’s expectations, serve as wonderful examples to the rest of their team and help to make the hospitality experience in Wisconsin legendary.

Additionally, Katie Mueller, event manager at the Hilton Madison Monona Terrace, was named one of the “50 Women to Watch” by Hotel Food & Beverage magazine. The honor recognizes property-level associates making a daily impact at their hotels.

“Congratulations to Skip, Rick and Katie for these outstanding honors and living out our mission of delivering exceptional experiences for our guests every day,” said Gregory S. Marcus, president and chief executive officer of The Marcus Corporation.

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

About the Hilton Madison Monona Terrace
The Hilton Madison Monona Terrace 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 Monona Terrace 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.

Milwaukee, Wis., November 29, 2017 – The AAA Four-Diamond Pfister Hotel, owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, is in search of its next Artist in Residence. Entering its 10th year, The Pfister Hotel’s internationally recognized Artist-in-Residence program is an opportunity for an artist to be at the forefront of Milwaukee’s art scene, showcasing his or her work in a studio gallery on the first floor of Milwaukee’s most prestigious hotel.

The Pfister’s Artist-in-Residence program allows local artists to share their work and interact with guests one-on-one in the studio gallery or at art receptions, gallery nights, classes and events hosted by the resident artist. The next artist, succeeding tintype photographer Margaret Muza, will move into the studio space April 1, 2018, and will continue working at the hotel for a one-year period.

Each year, a committee of influential art enthusiasts from throughout the Milwaukee community selects The Pfister’s resident artist from a pool of highly qualified candidates. The committee takes into account the artist’s vision for the gallery space, his or her body of work, artistic process, personality and a public vote. The selected artist works in The Pfister Hotel’s art studio and gallery that is open to hotel guests and the public. The program encourages visitors to interact with the artist, while watching the evolution of each piece of work firsthand.

“This coming year marks a special milestone as we welcome our 10th resident artist,” said Tim Smith, general manager of The Pfister Hotel. “The Pfister’s Artist-in-Residence program has touched hundreds of guests and residents over the years as we provide a one-of-a-kind, engaging experience that allows visitors to learn about new art forms and interact with our artist in a creative studio environment. Since our first artist was selected in 2009, our program has become nationally and internationally recognized, earning recognition from The New York Times, Globe and Mail and other top-tier publications. We are proud to have hosted a diverse group of talented artists including painters, fiber artists and photographers, and remember them by their legacy pieces that adorn the Pfister hallways. Each artist has had a role in our success and we are excited to welcome the next Artist in Residence who will make this year even more special.”

Margaret Muza, current resident artist, said the Artist-in-Residence program has given her a deeper perspective about herself as an artist and her photography. “Working in the historic Pfister Hotel has provided me with a great atmosphere to use my unique artform. From the gorgeous architecture of this timeless Milwaukee treasure to the hotel guests and staff I interact with, I’ve learned so much. This opportunity has allowed me to grow as an artist as I share the process of tintype photography with others.”

The deadline to apply for the program is December 14, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. CT. Interested artists can download the application online at http://www.thepfisterhotel.com/artist-in-residence.

In the years since its inception in 2009, The Pfister’s Artist-in-Residence program has been critically lauded as not only a pioneering Wisconsin Artist-in-Residence program, but as an example of a hotel taking its dedication to the local community above and beyond traditional expectations. With a deep appreciation and connection to the arts, launching an Artist-in-Residence program was a natural step for The Pfister Hotel, and in the years since, each artist that has held the residency has helped to grow and evolve the program to its current incarnation today. Marcus Hotels & Resorts has introduced similar Artist-in-Residence programs at additional owned proprieties including The Skirvin Hilton Hotel in Oklahoma City, Okla. and The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel in Lincoln, Neb.

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

About The Pfister’s Artist-in-Residence Program
Entering its 10th year, The Pfister’s Artist-in-Residence program features a working art studio and gallery that is open to hotel guests and visitors. The program encourages the public to interact with the artist and witness the evolution of each piece firsthand.

Over the years, The Pfister has received national attention for its Artist-in-Residence program. Since 2009, the hotel has been a member of the Alliance of Artist Communities, http://www.artistcommunities.org, an international association of artists’ communities and residencies featuring a diverse field of more than 1,000 programs worldwide.

The program’s current artist is Margaret Muza (2017-2018), www.margaretmuza.com. Past artists include Pamela Anderson (2016-2017), www.pamelaandersonstudio.com; Todd Mrozinski (2015-2016), www.toddmrozinski.com, Niki Johnson (2014-2015), www.nikijohnson.com; Stephanie Barenz (2013-2014), stephaniebarenz.com; Timothy Westbrook (2012-2013), https://unicorns.carbonmade.com; Shelby Keefe (2011-2012), http://www.studioshelby.com; Katie Musolff (2010-2011), http://www.katiemusolff.com; and Reginald Baylor (2009-2010), http://www.reginaldbaylor.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 offers 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 41 consecutive years by AAA as a Four-Diamond property. In 2017, The Pfister Hotel was ranked the No. 1 Best Milwaukee Hotel by U.S. News & World Report and was recognized as a Top Hotel in the Midwest in Condé Nast Traveler’s 30th annual Reader’s Choice Awards. This exceptional property is a member of two prestigious hotel organizations, Historic Hotels of America and Preferred Hotels & Resorts. The Pfister Hotel is located at 424 E. Wisconsin Ave. in downtown Milwaukee. For more information, please visit www.thepfisterhotel.com and follow the hotel on Facebook and Twitter (@PfisterHotel).

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. 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. 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, featuring premier brands such as Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. The company is also growing its experiential restaurant concept, The SafeHouse, with a second location that opened in early 2017 in Chicago, Ill. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).