Marcus Hotels Press

09.26.16

Perfect Fall Escapes Await at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Apple excursions, haunted hayrides, culinary experiences, stunning fall color, and more invite families and couples to visit Lake Geneva this time of year

LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (September XX, 2016) – Brisk air and changing leaves bring a whole new season of activities and reasons to get away to Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts. The 1,300-acre, AAA Four-Diamond property has a frenzy of fall fun planned for families and couples, from apple picking, haunted hayrides and a scotch dinner, to special waterpark packages Breast Cancer Awareness Month specials, fall-themed spa treatments, and more.

 

Fall-Themed Packages at Grand Geneva

Fall Frolic – Cruise through the scenic 1,300-acre property snuggled close to someone special and take in the beautiful fall colors via horse-drawn carriage. The romance continues with a one-night stay in a deluxe guest room and a bottle of wine to share over dinner.

Leaf Peeper Paradise – Calling all leaf peepers! Lace your tennis shoes and head out to explore Grand Geneva this fall with the specially-created Fall Scavenger Hunt. Following scenic trails and changing trees, guests will hunt for different types of trees, leaves, animals and more that frequent the resort. The package also includes access to the hiking trails at The Adventure Center for a walk to the top of the ski hill – with beautiful views of Southeastern Wisconsin as the reward. Guests will also enjoy a $50 dining credit and one-night stay in a deluxe room. 

Haunted Hayride – Fall also brings Halloween fun! Dare to be scared aboard the Annual Sleepy Hollow Haunted Hayride. Ghosts and ghouls will be invading the Dan Patch Stables and woods to bring you an evening of “spook”tacular fun every Friday and Saturday evening in October. Stay the night in a deluxe room with this package and receive two admission tickets to the Haunted Hayride – boo!

 

Fall Special Events

Final Night on the Vine of the Season, Sept. 23

Cheers to fall! Celebrate the season with the final Night on the Vine event of the year, showcasing an exclusive tasting of nine wines from different regions around the world. Perfect for date night or girl’s night out to sip and swirl, enjoy cheese and crudités along with live music. Tickets are $40 per person.

Back to School Spa Special – Now that the kids are back to school, relax at WELL Spa + Salon and receive 40% off all spa services from Sept. 19-21 and Sept. 26-28.

Ahhh-mazing.

Balvenie Scotch Dinner at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Join Grand Geneva Resort & Spa on Tuesday, October 25 for a special Scotch Dinner featuring the infamous single malt scotch, Balvenie. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails followed by a delicious four-course dinner paired with four distinctive scotches at Geneva ChopHouse. Menu highlights include pickled beet and goat cheese crema, warm bloomsdale spinach salad, maple smoked Coho salmon, wood oven roasted prime strip loin, and baked apple crumble for dessert. Reservations are required, please call (262) 249-4788 to RSVP for this distinctive and delicious special event!

Support a Survivor – October Breast Cancer Awareness Month Activities

Throughout October, Grand Geneva is partnering with the Milwaukee-based organization, After Breast Cancer Diagnosis (ABCD) and Rally for a Cure®, a Susan G. Komen Foundation, to raise funds to help breast cancer survivors. Both organizations are dedicated to breast cancer support and information. Grand Geneva is offering a few ways to have fun while helping out, including:

  • A Reason to Relax – Visit the WELL Spa + Salon any Monday in October for a manicure or pedicure and 10 percent of the price of the service will benefit ABCD.
  • Grab Your Driver. Help a Survivor. – Sign up for the Grand Geneva Golf Classic and Rally for a Cure®, a Susan G. Komen Foundation. Register your foursome for this Oct. 2 scramble and $20 of the registration fee will benefit Rally. Participants finish the day with a “19th Hole” reception with cocktails and bites and receive a certificate for a complimentary round of golf for future use.
  • Support a Survivor with a Sweet Treat – Dine in Geneva ChopHouse and ask for the Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt Soufflé with a Grapefruit and Prosecco Sorbet for $10. $5 of your purchase benefits ABCD.
  • Show Your Support throughout the Resort – Stop by Ristorantè Brissago and ask for the Pink Grapefruit Sgroppino Martini for $10. $5 of your purchase benefits ABCD.

 

Family Fall Fun at Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark

Friday Night Frights – Every Friday in October, bring the family to Timber Ridge to enjoy fall-themed activities all night long! Start the night off with a welcome treat upon check-in and enjoy apple cider tastings. And don’t forget your costume; contests will be taking place every Friday. Families will love the additional fall activities to keep kids busy all weekend long:

  • Pumpkin painting every Saturday in October
  • Pony rides at Dan Patch Stables
  • Haunted Hayride at Dan Patch Stables

An Apple a Day – It is apple orchard season! This fall, you can splash part of the day away in the waterpark and then venture to Royal Oak Farm Orchard to enjoy an orchard tour. During the tour you will enjoy a 30-minute wagon ride through the farm and learn all about apples!

Just 20 minutes from the resort, Royal Oak Farm Orchard is the only orchard in the country with an apple tree maze where you can explore 1.5 miles of trails with nine varieties of apples. They also feature U-pick apples, pumpkins, fresh apple cider donuts, as well as an entertainment area for the whole family with train rides, carousel rides and hay rides.

Back to School Half Day Package – Only have a day to get away? Splash and play at Timber Ridge with access to a one-bedroom suite from 3-11 p.m. Perfect for families, use the suite for all of your needs – break time, naps, changing, eating – you name it. Rates starting at $89 for five waterpark passes, Sunday through Thursday.

For more information on Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, please visit www.grandgeneva.com.

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About Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an award-wining all-seasons resorts set on 1,300 acres in the legendary south-eastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva, just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee. The property features 355 guest rooms; WELL Spa + Salon; two championship 18-hole golf courses; The Mountain Top, a three-chair/20-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 on Facebook and Twitter.

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning, including hotel food and beverage concepts developed by its Marcus Restaurant Group. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. For more information, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).