Monday, December 28, 2009

Geneva Hospitality is on AskMando.com

Geneva Hospitality has just created a profile on www.AskMando.com.

AskMando.com is a website which provides “timely, useful and relevant news, articles, event, product and service information to resort management professionals and the volunteer H.O.A. members who manage shared ownership resorts”.

To view our site, please visit http://network.askmando.com/GenevaHospitality.

Thursday, December 17, 2009

Enjoy a Festival While Visiting Geneva Hospitality’s Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort

One of the best times to visit Geneva Hospitality’s Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort is when there is a festival taking place in Murcia, Spain. These festivals are a great time for visitors to better understand the area and its traditions.

The Holy Week procession, which is hosted by the city, is the most famous festival throughout all of Spain. This traditional festival portrays the events that lead up to the Crucifixion of Jesus according to the New Testament. During this festival, life sized sculptures, created by Francisco Salzillo, are removed from Salzillo’s museum and paraded around town in an elegant procession among flowers and candles.
These sculptures pause at stations which are meant to reenact the final moments before the Crucifixion.

The Huerta Parade, the most colorful festival in Murcia, comes the Tuesday after Holy Week where locals dress up in traditional huertano clothing to celebrate and on Saturday they fill the streets for the Entierro de la Sardina (Burial of the Sardine) parade.

Also, Murcia celebrates Three Cultures International Festival each May. The festival was originally organized with the intent of overcoming racism between the three cultures that reside there: Christians, Jews, and Muslims. Each year, the festival celebrates these three cultures through music, exhibitions, symposiums, and conferences.

For more information regarding Geneva Hospitality, please visit www.GenevaHospitality.com.

Experience the Holidays at Geneva Hospitality’s Mike Ditka Resorts

Geneva Hospitality’s Mike Ditka Resorts is located near all of this weekend’s holiday attractions that you will not want to miss.

ICE! -Kissimmee, FL is currently featuring ICE!, a frosty winter wonderland of interactive environments and larger-than-life, three dimensional holiday scenes and sculptures. This incredible attraction has been hand carved by artisans from Harbin, China out of two million pounds of ice!

This walk-through ice attraction will take you through an arctic forest, a Christmas Carnival (complete with a life size carousel), and into Santa’s workshop, with many other ice displays along the way. You will also have the chance to slide down the slippery ice speed slides! This exhibit is open until January 2, 2010.
Experience ice like never before in one of the nation’s most spectacular holiday attractions!

Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights- Spend a day at Walt Disney World and experience the Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights. This year the Spectacle of Lights will be bigger than ever before and will include more nights of lights.

While enjoying the Spectacle of Lights, be sure to catch a special showing of the “Hollywood Holly-Day” parade with festively dressed parade cars, holiday chorus performers, and all of the Disney characters.

The Holiday Music Concert- Spend the day listening to Christmas music at the Holiday Music Concert at the Osceola Center. This week’s featured performers will be The Center Singers & The Big Band. They will be performing both December 19th at 7:30 pm and December 20th at 2 pm.

Also, while you are there, stop by the Holiday Gift Gallery and find something for every person on your gift list. The Holiday Gift Gallery features wreaths, ornaments, jewelry, and more. It is open Monday-Saturday from 10 am-6pm and on Sunday from 1pm-4pm.

Holiday’s at Universal Studios- This weekend during the Holiday Concert Series in Universal Studios’ Music Plaza, enjoy all of your favorite holiday songs performed by Natalie Cole on December 19th.

Also, enjoy the Macy’s Holiday Parade including all the authentic floats and balloons direct from the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The parade will also include festive street performers, talented marching bands, and of course, Santa Claus.

Finish up your day at Universal Studios with the Universal 360-A Cinesphere Spectacular, where you’ll experience some of Hollywood’s biggest films projected onto huge spheres in the Universal Studios lagoon, plus one of the largest laser displays in Florida.

Reserve your room at Mike Ditka Resorts today!

Enjoy The Major Cities Near Geneva Hospitality’s Caracola Beach and Spa Resort

When staying at Geneva Hospitality’s Caracola Beach and Spa Resort, be sure to check out one, or all, of Isla Margarita’s major cities. Each city is sure to offer its visitors something different.

Porlamar- This is the biggest city on Isla Margarita and is known for its commercial center. It has a wide variety of shops and restaurants, sure to appeal to every taste. Boulevard Guevara, a narrow, store-lined road, is the best place to shop at good prices. The city also has two major beaches: Playa Moreno and Playa Guacuco.

Pampatar- This is the home to most of the largest shopping malls on Isla Margarita, including Sambil Margarita, Rattan Depot, Centro Commercial Avenida Bolivar, and La Redoma. It also houses the Castillo de San Carlos de Borromeo, which was constructed entirely of coral and built on the waterfront of the town center to protect the bay of Pampatar.

La Asuncion- This is the oldest city on Isla Margarita and is the capital of the Federal State of Nueva Esparta. It is also the center of the commercial and manufacturing industries, which include the growing of cotton, sugarcane, coconuts, and cassava.

Juan Griego- This city has small shopping centers and beaches, but is well known for the fortress La Galera. La Galera is not far from the center of the city and it is where the fierce battle of independence was fought in the 1820’s.

For more information regarding Geneva Hospitality, please visit www.GenevaHospitality.com.

Geneva Hospitality’s Newest Employees

The Cove of Lake Geneva would like you to please welcome back Paula Holmes. She is the Director of Operations at The Cove of Lake Geneva. For those who do not know Paula, she worked for Geneva Hospitality for 6 years, and last August she moved away to Omaha. She has since moved back to the Lake Geneva area and has joined our team once again. We are all very glad to have Paula back on board.

We would also like to welcome back Chandra’s Administrative Assistant, Nichole Rounds.

For more information regarding Geneva Hospitality, please visit www.GenevaHospitality.com.

Friday, December 11, 2009

Enter To Win A Weekend Getaway At One Of Geneva Hospitality’s Resorts

Geneva Hospitality’s The Cove of Lake Geneva and Mike Ditka Resorts are currently both running Holiday Essay Contests. So pull up a chair, grab a pen, and tell us a tale of someone who has touched your life this holiday season by entering our Holiday Essay Contest.

Those who share their touching stories will be entered to win a weekend getaway at one of Geneva Hospitality’s Resorts for the special someone who has made a difference in their life. .

To be entered to win a weekend getaway at Mike Ditka Resorts, please submit your story to contest@mikeditkaresorts.com.

To be entered to win a weekend getaway at The Cove of Lake Geneva, please submit your story to contest@genevahospitality.com.

Once all submissions are received, one winner will be chosen for each resort by December 18th, 2009. The lucky winners will then receive a weekend getaway to one of Geneva Hospitality’s resorts that they can present to the special person in their life. Just in time for Christmas!

*Airfare or other travel not included.

Enter To Win A Weekend Getaway To Geneva Hospitality’s Mike Ditka Resorts This Winter Season


Looking for the perfect holiday gift this season? Why not treat someone you love to a weekend getaway at Geneva Hospitality’s Mike Ditka Resorts by entering to win our ‘Christmas with Da Coach Illustration Contest’!

To enter, create an image of what you think Christmas with Coach Ditka would be like and submit it to contest@mikeditkaresorts.com. The winning image will receive a weekend getaway at Mike Ditka Resorts, where the winner can spend their time relaxing poolside in the warm Orlando weather while listening to Caribbean music and cooling off in one of the refreshing outdoor swimming pools.

What are you waiting for? Enter to Win Now!

For more information regarding Geneva Hospitality’s Mike Ditka Resorts and the ‘Christmas with Da Coach Illustration Contest’, please visit www.mikeditkaresorts.com.

Take Part in Geneva Hospitality’s Resorts’ Events and Promotions

Geneva Hospitality’s Resorts, Mike Ditka Resorts and The Cove of Lake Geneva, both have many current and upcoming events that you can take part in.

The Cove of Lake Geneva

New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball- Join The Cove of Lake Geneva at their New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball. The Ball will start at 7 pm and will last through 1 am. Guests will enjoy a four course dinner, open bar for 3 hours, live music, champagne toast at midnight, plus much more! Babysitting services will also be available. For more information please visit www.cove-lake-geneva.com.

Holiday Essay Contest
- Share a touching story of someone who has made a difference in your life and you will be entered to win a weekend getaway at The Cove of Lake Geneva for that special person. Entries must be submitted at contest@genevahospitality.com by December 15, 2009.

Holiday Recipe Swap- Share your favorite holiday recipe with The Cove at www.cove-lake-geneva.com/recipe.html. Also, feel free to browse through recipes that others have posted and try them out for your next holiday party.

December Added Value Gift- Book and stay before December 31, 2009 and receive a free spa gift.

Toys for Tots- Donate to Toys for Tots at The Cove and receive 10% off your next stay. Toys can be dropped off in our lobby now through December 22nd.
Half Price Gift Certificates- Now until December 12, 2009 when you buy a gift certificate at The Cove the value will be doubled. This means, if you spend $100 you’ll receive $200.

Mike Ditka Resorts

Holiday Essay Contest- Share a touching story of someone who has made a difference in your life and you will be entered to win a weekend getaway at Mike Ditka Resorts for that special person. Entries must be submitted at contest@mikeditkaresorts.com by December 15, 2009.

Holiday Recipe Swap- Share your favorite holiday recipe with Mike Ditka Resorts at www.mikeditkaresorts.com/recipe.html. Also, feel free to browse through recipes that others have posted and try them out for your next holiday party.

Illustration Contest- Create an image of what you think Christmas with Coach Ditka would be like and submit it to contest@mikeditkaresorts.com. You will then be entered to win a weekend getaway at Mike Ditka Resorts.

Adopt an Angel- Donate to Mike Ditka Resorts’ Adopt an Angel Tree and receive 10% off your next stay. Pick the name of a child from our tree and provide that child with a new, unwrapped toy for the holiday season.

Half Price Gift Certificates- Now until December 12, 2009 when you buy a gift certificate at Mike Ditka Resorts the value will be doubled. This means, if you spend $100 you’ll receive $200.

Mike Ditka Resorts Golf Outing- Mike Ditka Resorts will be hosting their Second Annual Golf Outing on April 16th - 18th with all proceeds raised during the event benefitting Mike Ditka’s most beloved charity, Gridiron Greats. The event will include an opening reception from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will feature cocktails and hors d’oeuvres on Friday night. The golf outing will begin Saturday morning with a shotgun start at 10 a.m. on the Orange County National Golf Course.

Those not participating in the golf outing will be provided with exclusive shopping discounts at local shops and multiple spa services at the resort, including: aromatherapy massages, manicures, and pedicures. Following the golf outing and spa services, guests will be invited to partake in a silent auction, as well as a live auction. Mike Ditka will also be honoring outstanding golfers with awards from their day spent on the golf course during the awards ceremony.

The weekend will wrap up Sunday morning with a farewell brunch from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m.

Be sure to watch the website for upcoming Mike Ditka Resorts golf outing contests, promotions, and online auctions, and you could win a spot on Coach Ditka’s foursome! Visit www.MikeDitkaResorts.com.

Join Geneva Hospitality’s The Cove of Lake Geneva This New Year’s Eve!

Be sure you don’t miss out on Lake Geneva’s biggest New Year’s Eve Party at Geneva Hospitality’s The Cove of Lake Geneva. This year The Cove is hosting a Masquerade Ball from 7:00 pm until 1:00 am. Babysitting services will be available for those attending.

The Masquerade Ball will include:

• Accommodations in any one of our seven suite types
• Champagne upon arrival
• Open bar for three hours (7:00 pm—10:00 pm)
• Hors d’oeuvres
• Four course dinner (salad, your choice of breast of chicken provencal, Atlantic salmon jardenaire, king filet mignon, or surf and turf, over roasted potatoes with olive oil and fresh rosemary, medley of winter vegetables, fresh baked dinner rolls and butter rosettes, chocolate confusion cake on a bed of raspberry sauce with crème englase)
• Live music
• Dancing
• Party favors
• Champagne toast at Midnight

Babysitting services will include:

• Pizza
• Movies
• Games and snacks

Click here for more information regarding The Cove of Lake Geneva’s New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball.

To register for the party alone, call 800-770-7107. If you are wishing to spend the night and would like to purchase a New Year’s Eve room package, you may do so by calling 800-770-7107 or visiting our website at www.cove-lake-geneva.com.

Share Your Holiday Recipe With Geneva Hospitality’s Resorts

Geneva Hospitality’s The Cove of Lake Geneva and Mike Ditka Resorts are currently running Holiday Recipe Swaps on their websites and would love to hear all about your favorite holiday recipe.

So pull up a chair, grab a cup of coffee, and let’s swap some delicious recipes!
Not only do you have the opportunity to post a recipe for others to try, but also feel free to browse through recipes that others have posted and try them out for your next holiday party.

Recipes can be uploaded right onto the website of The Cove of Lake Geneva or Mike Ditka Resorts.

We look forward to trying out your favorite holiday recipe!

Experience Christmas at Geneva Hospitality’s Resorts


Not in the Christmas spirit yet? Then why not visit Geneva Hospitality’s The Cove of Lake Geneva or Mike Ditka Resorts to get you ready.

Both resorts have been transformed into winter wonderlands, sure to get everyone excited about the upcoming holidays. We would love for you to come take a look at the decorated Christmas trees and festive decorations, so if you have a chance, please stop by one of our resorts and enjoy the beautiful Christmas decorations!

For more information regarding Geneva Hospitality and their resorts, please visit www.genevahospitality.com

Friday, December 4, 2009

Freeze for Life This Weekend In Lake Geneva


Besides being able to meet with Santa and his reindeers, and watching the Christmas parade this Saturday, December 5th, why not waterski, wakeboard, or wakesurf for a good cause on Geneva Lake?

Not about to jump into the freezing water? Then stop down and watch as other daredevils perform all sorts of tricks out on the lake as they earn money for a great cause.

Freeze for Life will be held from 10 am until 4 pm at Riviera Beach. A special appearance will also be made by Austin Hair, a professional wakeboarder and world champion wakeskater.

For those looking to experience something a little different this weekend while staying at Geneva Hospitality’s The Cove of Lake Geneva, Freeze for Life is definitely worth checking out!

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Get in The Holiday Spirit this Friday in Lake Geneva

After stopping by Geneva Hospitality’s The Cove of Lake Geneva to take in all the beautiful holiday decorations, get in the Christmas spirit this Friday, December 4th from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm by joining Lake Geneva shops in celebrating the upcoming holidays during Festive Fridays. This Friday includes:

• Paws For Treats- Free treats for dogs and 25% off all collars, leashes, and tags
• Scents and Sensibilities- “Felted soap” demonstration
• Global Gourmet- Elegant evening of wine tasting including cabernet and red blends, classic appetizers, and live entertainment
• Main Street Memories- Cider and cookies
• Flemings Ltd. - Frank Moran, travel expert on Ireland
• Abbellimento- Author Linda Mutschler of “Fast Track to Fine Dining” will demonstrate from her cookbook
• Overland- Christmas elf will take notes to Santa
• Strawberry Fields- Holiday refreshments
• The Bootery- Free New Year Gift Card with every purchase. Light refreshments.
• Clearwater Outdoor- Medusa appetizer night
• Cornerstone Shop- Janice Fromm- Design your own beaded watchband

Be sure to stop down to enjoy the festivities and take in the beautiful holiday decorations around town.

Geneva Hospitality’s Cove of Lake Geneva is also offering a few great holiday specials. For more information, please visit www.cove-lake-geneva.com.