Lake Geneva Partner Bulletin Archive
June 5, 2024 | Partner Bulletin
On Saturday, June 1 Lakes Area LifeWay produced the third annual Mr. Lake Geneva pageant. Eight contestants from around the region competed for the top title of Mr. Lake Geneva, including VLG partners: Skip Harless of Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, Kevin Singh of Guac Star, Abel Rosas of Elena in home Catering, and Matt Stinebrink of Stinebrink's Piggly Wiggly. Together all eight amazing gentlemen raised over $104,000 for area non profit organizations, which 50% of their final scores were derived. Congratulations to Visit Lake Geneva Board Chairman and Managing Director of Grand Geneva, Skip Harless for earning this year's title of Mr. Lake Geneva 2024! READ MORE >
May 2, 2024 | Partner Bulletin
Dear Partners,
Last month was filled with outstanding events, like the first-ever (and sold-out) Wee Whiskey Fest, Restaurant Week, and Women’s Weekend. May is full speed ahead with a new event from our friends at the Business Improvement District called Murals in Motion, with five unique artists creating large mural masterpieces in real time. READ MORE >
April 1, 2024 | Partner Bulletin
Dear Partners,
April is a time of transition, and in our region, things are springing up all over – not just in nature, but with unique events and new businesses. This month’s newsletter is filled with the latest things to do (think Wee Whiskey Fest and Balloon Adventures), ribbon cuttings, and of course our annual Restaurant Week. With a record-breaking number of restaurants participating, Fox-6 WITI Milwaukee will be on location at several different establishments to broadcast live. Read on to learn more about what’s coming up, and Happy Spring! READ MORE >
March 5, 2024 | Partner Bulletin
Dear Partners,
The Annual Wisconsin Governor’s Conference on Tourism kicks off this Sunday, and the spectacular Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is the host resort. Tourism professionals from across the state will be wowed by ‘The Grand,’ from its first-class service and hospitality to outstanding cuisine and amenities. Thank you Skip Harless and the grand team for embracing this enormous event. READ MORE >
February 7, 2024 | Partner Bulletin
Dear Partners,
Thank you for making this year’s Winterfest & U.S. National Snow Sculpting Championship the winter event of the year. With warm February weather we had record-breaking crowds, and with cold insulating blankets, (thank you Keisler Contractors of Elkhorn) every snow sculpture made it through the competition. READ MORE >
January 4, 2024 | Partner Bulletin
Dear Partners,
Happy New Year! We are starting it off right, with Midwest Living Magazine naming Lake Geneva as “One of 8 Best Small Town Getaways in Wisconsin.” We were also featured in the New York Travel Guide list naming the “110 Coziest Winter Towns in America for a Magical Getaway.” READ MORE >
December 5, 2023 | Partner Bulletin
Dear Partners,
Thank you to everyone who attended the 48th Annual Electric Christmas Parade in downtown Lake Geneva. We had record-breaking attendance with 86 floats, bands, dancers and dignitaries. A panel of 4 volunteer parade judges, made up of this year’s Impact Award winners, were in charge of selecting the best non-profit float. The winner was no surprise – the Lake Geneva Badger High School Football Team, WIAA Division II State Football Champions. For the win they’ll receive $500. READ MORE >
November 2, 2023 | Partner Bulletin
Dear Partners,
Thank you to everyone who came out for Visit Lake Geneva’s Annual Dinner and Impact Awards at The Abbey Resort in Fontana. It was standing room only, and the energy was palpable. The venue, music, food, and service were outstanding, but the stars of the night were you, our partners, and this year’s Impact Award winners. Next year’s event is scheduled for Tuesday, October 15th at the Grand Geneva Resort so please mark your calendars now. READ MORE >
October 3, 2023 | Partner Bulletin
Dear Partners,
Last week Chamber leaders throughout Wisconsin made their way to Fontana and Lake Geneva for the Annual Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives Fall Conference. Topics included workforce development, inflation, attainable housing and childcare. Conference speakers included Dr. Ryohei Tsuji, President & CEO of Kikkoman Foods, and Kurt Bauer, President & CEO of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce. READ MORE >
September 7, 2023 | Partner Bulletin
Dear Partners,
It is hard to believe Fall is almost here. Visit Lake Geneva is moving full speed ahead with a Fall marketing campaign in cities across the Midwest, with an emphasis on our Chicago and Milwaukee markets. We are also hosting 15 of the top Travel Writers in the United States this week. They’ll be enjoying our attractions – like the Tristan Crist Magic Show, stand-up paddle boarding with Clearwater Outdoor, a ride on the U.S. Mail Boat Tour, as well as numerous restaurants, the Geneva Lake Shore Path and the unique shopping we offer. If you see them, be sure to extend a friendly hello. READ MORE >
August 3, 2023 | Partner Bulletin
Dear Partners,
It has been a beautiful Summer, and it’s far from over. That’s why beginning this weekend you’ll see our new Visit Lake Geneva-Donald Driver tourism commercial broadcast via streaming television, Google video ads, digital video boards, Inside the Huddle and on Spectrum News 1. A big thank you to Safari Lake Geneva, Tristan Crist Magic Theatre, Haberdapper Men’s Clothing, The Riviera, Riviera Beach and Lake Geneva Cruise Line for helping us with outstanding businesses and locales to film. You made the process and commercial a delight. A special shout out to Going Bananas for a non-alcoholic pineapple drink to end the ad. You’ll have to watch the commercial to learn more. (HINT: check Visit Lake Geneva social media pages this Friday at 8:00am!) READ MORE >
July 10, 2023 | Partner Bulletin
Dear Partners,
Just two days after celebrating our country’s independence, VISIT Lake Geneva was pleased to host Donald Driver, who is the star of our next marketing and PR campaign. We all know our Chicago and Illinois friends love it here, but the next endeavor has our eyes set on focusing to get our fellow Wisconsinites to the region. Instead of going North in Wisconsin, we want folks throughout the state to come South. Donald Driver was an absolute joy to work with – and we tested his adventurous side in spades. I won’t give out details yet but when the commercial is broadcast you’ll see firsthand he tackled everything we put in front of him. READ MORE >
June 5, 2023 | Partner Bulletin
Dear Partners,
With June comes sunshine, lake life, and visitors from near and far enjoying our stunning region. I hope you get some time to relax this summer and bask in the natural beauty and unique attractions that make the Lake Geneva region a top visitor destination. National Travel & Tourism Week is May 7 – 13, an annual industry tradition celebrating the value travel holds for our economy, businesses, personal well-being and creativity. Travel is integral to powering economies and communities, and is essential to a future of growth and innovation. READ MORE >
May 4, 2023 | Partner Bulletin
Dear Partners,
National Travel & Tourism Week is May 7 – 13, an annual industry tradition celebrating the value travel holds for our economy, businesses, personal well-being and creativity. Travel is integral to powering economies and communities, and is essential to a future of growth and innovation. READ MORE >
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