Wednesday, July 28, 2010

What’s Going on at The Cove of Lake Geneva?

Country Thunder Giveaway
Last week The Cove of Lake Geneva sent out an e-blast asking our most loyal guests to tell us the 5 major upgrades that have taken place at The Cove since it opened. The first person who responded to us with all 5 correct answers won 4 FREE tickets to Country Thunder on Thursday night to see Eric Church, John Michael Montgomery, and Sawyer Brown. They also received accommodations in a Belle Loft Suite at the resort for the night!

Last Week of Summer Sale
This week is the last week of The Cove’s ‘Sizzling Hot Summer Special’! Book 3 nights at The Cove and receive a $50 resort voucher to be used in the gift shop or at the tiki bar.

Hurry and book now! This offer ends 7/31/10.

Venetian Fest
Venetian Fest is right around the corner…actually its right across the street from The Cove! Be sure to stop down for local cuisine, musical entertainment, and carnival rides Wednesday, August 19th – Sunday, August 22nd. Also, be sure you don’t miss the water ski show, traditional lighted boat parade and fireworks on Sunday!

DID YOU KNOW?
The Cove of Lake Geneva has the largest outdoor pool in the area! If you haven’t had a chance to cool off in The Cove’s pool yet this summer…there’s still time!

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

What’s going on at The Cove this week? Check it out!

Hot Summer Deal
Take advantage of The Cove of Lake Geneva’s ‘Sizzling Hot Summer Deal’. All you need to do is book a 3 night stay and you’ll receive a $50 resort voucher which you can use at the Cove’s fabulous Gift Shop or at the full service poolside Tiki Bar! Hurry, this offer ends on 7/31/10!

International Cycling Classic
The International Cycling Classic recently visited Lake Geneva, Wisconsin for their Lake Geneva Criterium race on Wednesday, July 14th.

The International Cycling Classic is celebrating their 42nd year during 17 consecutive days of high caliber racing which started on Friday, July 9th and run until Sunday, July 25th. The races take place throughout 14 city centers within Wisconsin and Illinois, with their biggest race taking place on Friday, July 23, 2010 in downtown Kenosha, Wisconsin.

Be sure to stop by and check out The Cove of Lake Geneva’s booth at the race!

Plus, The Cove of Lake Geneva will be offering spectators and riders a special rate of $99.00 per night throughout the entire summer!!!

To make your reservation, please call (800) 770-7107 and mention the Bike Race Promotion!

Check Out New Pictures of The Cove
Famed Photographer, Jerry Arnold, recently visited The Cove of Lake Geneva and took pictures of the property and the Lake Geneva area during his stay.

These new photos will be used for marketing purposes in order to show off the wonderful amenities that The Cove has to offer its guests, as well as the Lake Geneva area!

To view all of the pictures from this shoot, please visit The Cove of Lake Geneva’s Photos on The Cove of Lake Geneva’s Facebook page: www.Facebook.com/TheCoveOfLakeGeneva.

DID YOU KNOW?
The Cove of Lake Geneva was built in 1995 featuring 222 rooms.

Monday, July 19, 2010

Packing Tips for Your Stay at The Cove of Lake Geneva

Visiting The Cove of Lake Geneva in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin this summer for a weekend getaway? Below is a list of items you may want to consider packing. The best way to pack is to mentally try and walk through your weekend and what you plan to do, to determine what you’ll need for your trip.

For example:

Friday-

1. We’ll get to Lake Geneva and we’re going to stay in whatever we’re wearing…but it might be colder as night approaches. (Put hooded sweatshirt in suitcase.)

2. We’ll hang out at The Cove of Lake Geneva for a while and get settled in, stop down the lobby bar for the Complimentary Wine and Cheese Hour then grab dinner, and maybe walk around down by the lake. Then we’ll go to bed. (Put set of pajamas in the suitcase.)

Saturday-

3. Then we’ll wake up and go for a run on the lakeshore path, which can be jumped on across the street from The Cove. (Shorts, shirt, sports-bra and socks in the suitcase and sneakers on the floor nearby.)

4. We’ll shower up and head to the Lake Geneva beach or to The Cove’s outdoor pools. (Bathing suit, cover-up, towel, sunscreen, sun hat, magazines/book in the suitcase, flip-flops on floor nearby.)
5. After the beach, we’ll shower before dinner. (Gather toiletries like shampoo, conditioner, soap, etc and put outfit appropriate for dinner plans in the suitcase, along with accessories.)

6. After dinner, we’ll come back to The Cove to hang until bed. (The pajamas we wore last night will work again tonight…)

Sunday-

7. Then we’ll wake up and take a walk in town to get breakfast and finish off the weekend by sightseeing around Lake Geneva. (Shorts, shirt, socks, gym shoes, sunglasses, camera in the suitcase)

Plus, don’t forget other everyday basics, such as: toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, face wash, lotion, socks, underwear, contact case, contact solution, glasses, phone charger, etc.

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Upcoming Events in the Lake Geneva, Wisconsin Area

Concerts by the Lakefront

The place to be is Lake Geneva every Thursday night for Concerts by the Lakefront. The concerts take place in Flat Iron Park across from The Cove of Lake Geneva at 7pm. All you need to do is bring a blanket or chair to relax on as you enjoy a wonderful night of music by local musicians.

Farmer’s Market

Be sure to check out the Lake Geneva Farmer’s Market every Thursday from 8am – 1pm. The Farmer’s Market, at Historical Hall, is within walking distance from The Cove of Lake Geneva and takes place until October.

International Cycling

The Cove of Lake Geneva would like to welcome the 2010 International Cycling Classic, which will be spending a day in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin on Wednesday, July 14th!

The International Cycling Classic will be celebrating their 42nd year during 17 consecutive days of high caliber racing which started on Friday, July 9th and run until Sunday, July 25th. The races take place throughout 14 city centers within Wisconsin and Illinois, with one of the city center locations being Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.

The first race of The Lake Geneva Criterium will begin at 9:00am, with the last race starting at 5:45pm. The race’s start/finish line is located on Center Street, directly in front of The Cove. Throughout the day, the one mile course will consist of six different categories of races that participants can choose from.

Lake Geneva’s course will have riders traveling up Center Street, turning right onto Main, a right on Wells Street to head back towards Geneva Lake, then around Baker Street to end the race at the start/finish line back on Center Street.

The Cove of Lake Geneva will be offering spectators and riders a special rate of $99.00 per night!!!

To make your reservation, please call (800) 770-7107 and mention the Bike Race Promotion!

Country Thunder

Be sure to check out Country Thunder this July 22nd – 25th, 2010 in Twin Lakes, WI. Only 15 minutes away from The Cove of Lake Geneva!

Country Thunder is one of the nation’s premier music and entertainment festivals offering off-the-chart music to thrilling amusements and unique merchant vendors. The action packed annual four-day music festival features over 20 chart-topping country music artists such as Kenny Chesney, Sugarland and Miranda Lambert.

Kenny Chesney is only playing 10 shows this year, and one of them is Country Thunder!



Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Check out The Cove of Lake Geneva this Summer

4th of July Recap
Guests enjoyed a beautiful, sunny weekend at The Cove of Lake Geneva this past 4th of July weekend. The Cove’s 4th of July weekend included poolside music by “Kojo” on Saturday and “DJ Tassi” on Sunday, build your own sundaes during The Cove’s ice cream social for charity on Saturday, plus there was lots of time spent splashing around in the outdoor pools. Guests also enjoyed a spectacular fireworks display over Geneva Lake.

Listen for The Cove of the Radio
Haven’t heard us on the radio yet? Tune into Chicago’s US99 and Fresh 105.9, as well as The Drive and Q101 this summer to hear our radio commercials!

Snack Bar Menu
Wraps
Cuban $6.00
Ham $6.00
Neptune $6.00

Pasta Salad $3.00
Potato Salad $3.00
Veggie Tray $5.00
Fruit Tray $6.00

Sandwiches
Ham & Swiss $6.00
All American $6.00
Corned Beef & Swiss $6.00
Roast Beef & Cheddar $6.00
Turkey Club $6.00

Hot Dogs $5.00
Pretzels $4.00
Cheese Pizza $5.00
Nachos $4.00

Drink Bar Menu - Stop by the lobby bar to try one of our daily drink specials!

Monday- $3 Rail Drinks
Tuesday- $4 Call Drinks
Wednesday- $5 Margaritas
Thursday- $6 Cosmos
Friday- $5 Jager Bombs
Saturday- $7 Cove Martini
Sunday- $2 Domestics

Lake Geneva Calendar of Events