The Abbey Resort Offers Groups Experiential Add-Ons in Celebration of Meeting Space Enhancements

FONTANA, Wis. - May 18, 2018 - PRLog -- The Abbey Resort and Avani Spa, one of the Midwest's premier lakeside destinations for meetings and events,is pleased to announce the resort's new outdoor pavilion as well as the completion of major renovations to Abbey Marina on Lake Geneva.

On site, The Abbey Resort is pleased to offer groups a new flexible group venue in its all-new West Shore Pavilion that was completed this week. Providing all the comforts of an indoor venue and set in a natural and relaxing outdoor setting, the West Shore Pavilion features glass windows, a polished cement floor, an elegant ceiling with crisp white drapery, six chandeliers and a canopy-covered ADA accessible sidewalk providing access between rest areas and the pavilion. The new outdoor pavilion accommodates up to 600 guests.

Just steps from the resort is Abbey Harbor, which provides groups with direct access to the storied and historic waters of Lake Geneva including exciting watersports, relaxing boat cruises and unique team-building activities such as Sailing Synergy, Pontoon Pursuits, Abbey Regatta and more.  Improvements made by the Abbey Marina include: Better staging areas and new landscaping that provides a buffer between the marina's new, more modern looking pedestrian walkway and parking areas; Increased and improved boat slips that provide more room for all boats using the marina; New decking throughout the marina; New electric and water service pedestals; New pier floats, and; The replacement of the marina's traditional timber wall with a beautiful and more durable steel pile wall.

As one of the most reputable resorts in the area, The Abbey Resort and Avani Spa is proud to continually stay ahead of the curve when it comes to meeting space renovations and is pleased to provide these enhancements. To celebrate, The Abbey Resort is inviting weddings, groups and meetings of all types and sizes to book an event and enjoy one of the following add-ons for each $2,000 spent in food and beverage:

·  30-minute Taste of Wisconsin reception

·  One 30-minute cookie/coffee break

·  Two-hour bonfire

·  1/40 comp Sunday-Thursday

·  Upgrade to executive meeting chairs

·  One hour Immersion VR experience

·  One upgrade to a harbor view room

·  20% discount on one spa service Sunday-Thursday

·  10% discount on in-house audio visual

·  10% discount on select onsite teambuilding

In addition to the benefits of the experiential add-ons promotion, attendees of weddings, group events and meetings at The Abbey Resort are welcome to enjoy complimentary resort amenities including s'mores at evening resort-wide bonfires, access to the fitness center and swimming pools, and outdoor activities such as bike rides, disc golf and hiking along the picturesque lakeshore path.

The experiential add-ons promotion is subject to availability and some restrictions apply. Must mention the promotion at the time of the booking. Maximum of five add-ons per meeting. Valid for new bookings of 10 rooms or more July through December 2018. Additional savings are available for groups arriving in September and October 2018. For more information about the experiential add-ons promotion, please visit https://www.theabbeyresort.com/meetings/meeting-planner-special.aspx. For more information about meetings and events in general or to learn about customizable group packages, please visit  http://www.theabbeyresort.com/meetingsor call 1-800-709-1323.

About The Abbey Resort and Avani Spa

As the only full-service resort located directly on the shores of Geneva Lake, The Abbey Resort and Avani Spa caters to guests ranging from families and couples to weddings and corporate groups. Continuing in its commitment to constant improvement, the resort recently completed major property renovations, including updates made to guest rooms; restaurants, bars and coffee shop; meeting and banquet facilities; Avani Spa; common and lounge areas including the entryway and lobby; the exterior and A-frame and; outdoor pool amenities. Located just 75 miles from downtown Chicago and 45 miles from Milwaukee, The Abbey Resort boasts a breathtaking setting on 90 acres of beautifully manicured grounds, award-winning dining and banquet facilities, nearby championship golf courses, a wide range of outdoor activities and the on-site 35,000 square-foot Avani Spa.

The Abbey Resort and Avani Spa is managed and operated by Benchmark Resorts & Hotels® of Woodlands, Texas. For more information or reservations, visit http://www.theabbeyresort.com, join Abbey Resort and Avani Spa on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abbeyresortor follow @AbbeyResort on Twitter www.Twitter.com/abbeyresort.