09.01.15

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa Debuts “A Grand Tale,” a Book Celebrating the History of the Iconic Resort

“A Grand Tale” Features a Historic Account of Midwest’s Premier Destination

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (September 2015) — The AAA Four-Diamond Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, is proud to announce the launch of the resort’s exclusive book, “A Grand Tale,” illustrating the colorful past of the iconic Lake Geneva property.

“Grand Geneva has a unique history and a distinct story to tell, so it’s exciting to see ‘A Grand Tale’ come to life,” said General Manager Tom Mason. “With so many guests intrigued about the history of the property, we wanted to offer a takeaway that highlights the past and where we’ve come from. You truly discover how the destination has grown from Hugh Hefner’s mansion to the wonderful resort that it is today.”

“A Grand Tale” examines the rich history of the pivotal resort property that has evolved into a grand vacation destination. From its humble beginnings as a picturesque farmland to the famed Playboy Club-Hotel to its eccentric recording studio days, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa consistently maintains its’ place on national “Best Of” lists, keeping Lake Geneva a top tourist travel destination.

Chapters in “A Grand Tale” include a look at Lake Geneva’s early years with its popularity among well-to-do Chicago families, the Frank Lloyd Wright legacy, the world-class recording studio that played host to famed performers, celebrity sightings, the transformation into an Americana resort and more.

“A Grand Tale” is available for purchase for $19.95 at the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa Gift Shop. For more information please visit www.grandgeneva.com or call (800) 558-3417.

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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 (@Grand_Geneva). For more information or to reserve accommodations at Grand Geneva, please call 800.558.3417 or visit www.grandgeneva.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 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). For more information on the latest news and updates from Marcus Hotels & Resorts, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com.