Seventh Mountain Resort has long been a destination for generations of brides and grooms, families, business and organized groups, and for those looking for an incomparable adventure. Bring your event here and it will be completely taken care of, from accommodations to appetizers and everything in between.

Take advantage of our special offer: Book a meeting for 2012 with 10 rooms per night or more and receive:

Complimentary meeting space with no set up fees (based on f&b minimum)
Complimentary basic AV packages
10% discount on banquet food and beverage
Complimentary 1 hour registration social
Complimentary ice skating or mini golf for conference attendees

Call Liz Taylor at 866-976-4335 or fill out our online RFP at www.seventhmountain.com/?NCK=bravo

Watch the robust waves crash against the shore. See the sky transcend from gray to blue, and the wind sweep the coastline. A little shower sends freshness to the ocean air. The Hallmark Inns & Resorts reduced winter rates for oceanfront guestrooms are exceptional, and only steps from the beach and the stormy sea! To make your room RESERVATIONS online, click here and enter ‘FRESH’ in the Promo Code Box.

Watch the storms in the New Year!

The Year is fresh and so are the rates*:

• Limited Edition Rooms, just $134

• Deluxe Rooms starting at $114

• Traditional Rooms starting at $84

Holidays are over, it’s time to do something for YOU. Why not start fresh with a relaxing trip to Newport. Enjoy miles of pristine, un-crowded sandy beaches, or explore the Historic Bayfront and the Oregon Coast Aquarium. Then curl-up in front of the fireplace and watch the storms and waves crash into shore. Let the tradition begin in 2012 with some of the best rates of the year.

* Available January, 2011, Sunday through Friday. $20 more on Saturday nights. Rates do not include room tax or pet fees. May not be combined with any other discount or offer. Valid for e-mail members only. Available only at the Hallmark Resort Newport.

Want to ring in the New Year with an experience you’ll never forget?!?! Join Pronghorn Club in Bend for Dinner, the Party and the Night!

~ Call 541-693-5300 to Book ~ $299 per couple for Dinner, Party & a Room!

Already have plans for dinner? Then join Pronghorn after for the best Party in town and stay the night! $199 per couple. Includes over night accommodations in a Junior Suite and 2 entrance tickets to the party.

6-9pm Dinner Service (reservations required), Prix Fixe Menu at $50 pp or Ala Cart If guests dine with us, $10 discount on party price – 9pm: last seating.

8:30-12:30am Party in the Clubhouse $60 per person Out of the Blue Band, Appetizers included, 2 drinks included, Party hats, noisemakers and streamers for everyone. If guests dine with Pronghorn, $10 discount on party price.

For those looking for a winter getaway (either for themselves or as a gift), look no further than The Resort at The Mountain!  Located less than one hour east of Portland or three hours south of Seattle, this all-season ski, golf and spa destination has something for everyone.

Resort At The Mountain

Have you seen Mt. Hood’s new dome? Pool dome that is!  The Resort’s outdoor pool is now open year-round thanks to a new dome that covers the pool seasonally from October to May.

Experiences at local businesses make the best gifts! Purchase a gift card from The Resort at The Mountain for an overnight stay, round of golf, spa treatment, meals, retail, or any combination of the above.

Tingly Toes! The Spa at Mt. Hood is offering a peppermint pedicure during the month of December for just $39! Toes will tingle and there will still be a jingle of change left in your pocket!

Wine & Breakfast with Santa! Adult guests can tell Santa their Christmas wish during the Holiday Wine Social on Dec. 23.  Children get their turn during the annual Breakfast with Santa, taking place on Dec. 17 and again on Dec. 24.

For more information about The Resort at The Mountain, please visit http://www.TheResort.com.

See…Smell…Savor…Spa…Stay… The Resort at The Mountain invites guests to stimulate their senses amidst the lush evergreens of the Mt. Hood National Forest’s Huckleberry Wilderness, where guests can enjoy the stunning colors and crisp, cool air of fall.

Here’s what’s happening this month at The Resort:
See what Mt. Hood has to offer this time of year with Guided Gourmet Mushroom Picking, the Wildwood Recreation Nature Walk, Fruit Harvesting along the Fruit Loop, or wine and beer tasting in Hood River.  All of these activities, and more, are offered by The Resort’s Recreation Center.

Smell the seasoning and spice of the holidays at the annual Thanksgiving Day Buffet.  Start a new tradition and leave the cooking and cleanup for someone else.

Savor delicacies from local artisans at the 22nd Annual Holiday Art, Wine & Music Festival, taking place Nov. 19-20.

Spa the way it was meant to be, in and inspired by nature.  The Root and Rock treatment uses the healing benefits of ginger root and heating rock to elevate somatic awareness, while the penetrating heat of the ginger and rock help reduce inflammation and muscle fatigue.  The 100-minute treatment includes therapeutic steam and a cup of hot ginger tea.

Stay at The Resort on any Friday night for just $10, when you stay Thursday night, too.

See…Smell…Savor…Spa…Stay…The Resort at The Mountain

*Details courtesy of The Resort at The Mountain & Richmond Public Relations

It’s no secret that Portland is a major hub for marketing, advertising and social media campaigns. Just like the city, the “ad world” is constantly diversifying itself to fit more specific and tailored clients. With the advent of technology, businesses are turning to agencies both big and small to help them with their marketing needs. One such agency is Scene Marketing Group, which was recently featured in an article on OregonLive.com about their success working for the Jupiter Hotel on Burnside Street. By using witty and creative dialogue, Scene Marketing Group was able to create a mascot with a personality. Hard to believe considering that the mascot is a mannequin. If you’ve ever visited the Jupiter Hotel or enjoyed a libation at the adjoining Doug Fir Lounge, then you may have seen Lily the mannequin sitting in the lobby. Not only did Scene Marketing Group help make Lily the sassy and clever icon that both Facebook and Twitter fans have come to recognize but they have incorporated promoting the hotel though ticket giveaways and discount promo codes.

Lily the mannequin lounges in one of the rooms at Jupiter Hotel.

Due to the Scene Marketing Group’s efforts, the Jupiter Hotel has seen tangible results- either increased brand recognition or more sales of hotel rooms. Scene Marketing Group was able to accomplish this through creativity and not just flash and consumers responded positively because they were able to connect to something that had personality, even if Lily can’t actually talk.  This is just a small example of Scene Marketing Group’s success. Since their beginning in 2006, they have become both locally and nationally recognized and worked with a variety of clients, striving to bring personalized care and attention to everyone they work with. As a partner, Bravo! Publications is lucky enough to be involved with a smart and successful group of individuals. If you have a small business and are looking to hire some social media and marketing help, Scene Marketing Group might be the perfect fit for you if you’re looking for more than just the “one-size-fits-all” attitude of larger agencies. Their expertise and size makes them perfect for one-on-one consultation and their passion for imaginative techniques truly make them one of a kind.

Wedding season is in full swing and it’s no secret that the Willamette Valley is often times chosen for the ceremony. It’s ideal for many reasons- beautiful rolling hills of endless vineyards, prime weather and multiple resources for planning a wedding. Many brides choose one of the many vineyards in the Willamette Valley due to its scenery, lodging and affordability. One such location is the Domaine Margelle Vineyards, located near Silverton, OR which is perfectly situated near the Cascades and nearby lodging like Oregon Garden Resort. They offer two bridal packages- a One-Day and a Two-Day Weekend and venue pricing starts at $3,000. The Two-Day Weekend Package includes overnight use of the property  for Rehearsal Dinner, wedding plus vacation rental and “La Bastide” for bridal party prep and overnight accommodations. Speaking of, the Domaine Margell Vineyard has tables and chairs for up to 200 people and can accommodate up to 300, plus they only schedule one wedding per day so no one in your party will feel rushed. They feature several property sites to choose from for your event that overlook the gorgeous Willamette Valley. To top it off, Domaine Margelle Vineyards produces their own Estate grown Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris Wines!

With such a beautiful environment, you’ll want to capture every moment of it. A Light in the Attic Creative Media offers both video and photography services and even offers Super 8 MM film to compliment the rustic feel of the vineyards. They offer a wide variety of packages and prices to suit your budget and tastes plus they offer a free consultation.  In 2010 they were voted Best New Vender by Oregon Bride Magazine and they are an approved vendor by The Green Bride Guide.

The people at Willamette Valley Wedding Professionals will help you put together the perfect ceremony, from start to finish. No wedding is exactly the same so each member of their team is selected based on the needs and specifications of the bride and groom. The Willamette Valley Wedding Professional Members include everyone from caterers, DJs, florists, officiants, planners and venues.

Located in the heart of Salem next door to the Salem Conference Center is the Grand Hotel Salem. They have over 193 guest rooms available. The Board Room offers 1200 sq. ft. available for up to 75 people theater style.  The hotel also has the Marion room available after 12pm everyday for up to 75 people. The adjoining Salem Conference Center offers 29,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. They have 143 Deluxe rooms available with separate living and sleeping areas.  The offer 10 Grand Suites, some with fireplaces and jacuzzis. There are also smaller suites available. Contact the hotel at 877.540.8700 to make your reservations or plan your next event.

Bentley’s Grill is the exclusive caterer for the hotel and also has private dining space for up to 80 people. They offer plated dinners, buffets or food for breaks.

Are you looking for place to hold your wedding or event that seems like it is out of city, but is not a far drive? Check out the Columbia River Gorge where there are venues that will fit any type of personality and event. On the North side of Mt Hood you will find Cooper Spur Resort. You can find intimate settings with beautiful views of Mt. Hood, Mt. Adams and Mt. Rainer. Cooper Spur offers onsite catering as part of their packages. Cabins, lodge rooms, condos and a log home are available for your choice of accomodations.

 Voted one of America’s top 100 day spas, Bonneville Hot Springs Resort offers open, airy meeting rooms filled with natural light and fully wired with high-speed Internet access. Their creative caterers can design tantalizing coffee breaks or banquet dinners. Arrange for team-building outings such as whitewater rafting, rock climbing, or a round of golf. Treat clients and colleagues to a long overdue escape from boring Portland meeting space. Bonneville Resort offers 1500 sq. ft. of meeting space and an outdoor terrace perfect for cocktail parties or dinners. 

 Bigfoot-Lodge is a one of a kind custom built hand crafted log lodge with million dollar    views of Mt.Hood and the Hood River Valley from every room. It is situated on 63 acres in the forest with all kinds of wildlife. Bigfoot-Lodge has become a preferred stay in the gorge by many executives/groups vacationing, sponsoring events, receptions, family reunions, retreats, business meetings, and more. It is close to the Hood River marina/beach, hatchery, stores, restaurants, lakes, golf, skiing, wineries, breweries, museums, sightseeing, and all the other fantastic fun in one of the worlds premiere playgrounds right hear in the Columbia River Gorge.

 The Gorge White House is an elegant casual setting in the heart of the Hood River Valley  with commanding views of Mt Hood, Mt Adams and the valley’s east hills. Located just 4 miles south of Hood River on the Mt Hood Scenic Byway, The Gorge White House is a historic home on a century old working farm. 

Their 100 year old home serves as the tasting room and is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. It is impeccably restored to its original grandeur. The patio gardens provide a beautiful, fragrant setting.  Guests will have use of all of the facilities including the farm stand, gardens, fields, patio and tasting room.

 Stonehedge Gardens offers beautiful terraces for weddings and events that are flexible for all sizes of events. The grotto offers a waterfall, 10,000 feet of grass, a wedding stage in stone with tuscan pillars and a reception terrace. The new bridal cottage tucked away in the wooded area offers a great place to relax before the ceremony. Stonehedge also offers full-service catering for any size of event.

Check out the Columbia River Gorge Visitors Association for more information on these venues and everything that the beautiful gorge has to offer visitors.

 Check back tomorrow to learn about more great venues in the Columbia Gorge Area!

Resort at The Mountain "I HEART Dad! And Golf!" Special

What better way to show appreciation for Dad than to treat him to a golf getaway at The Resort at The Mountain with its new “I HEART Dad! And Golf!” package, available June 16-20, 2011.

This Father’s Day package includes 18 holes of golf for two with cart at The Courses and overnight accommodations in a well-appointed guest room with private patio or balcony, 42” HDTV, mini-fridge and more.

“It’s the simple things like a round of golf that we dads tend to enjoy on our special day,” said Frank Casarez, general manager of The Resort. “This package is a superb opportunity to spend time together while playing golf and experiencing the Mt. Hood area.”

The Resort, a nature-inspired golf, spa and year-round ski destination located on the western slope of Mt. Hood, is home to The Courses, a historic 27-hole golf club. The Courses is a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, designed to preserve natural habitats, vegetation and streams throughout the fairways, greens and bunkers. For more information about The Courses, visit http://www.TheResortCourses.com or call (503) 622-2216.

The Resort offers a wealth of recreation, including hiking trails, bike rentals, lawn games, outdoor swimming and more.  Guest rooms are outfitted with custom Simmons© Beautyrest Black™ Beverly Hills™ beds, alarm clocks with connection for iPod®, iPhone® or MP3 player, oversized walk-in showers with rainheads, Green Natüra bath amenities, spa robes, hairdryers, coffee makers, mini-refrigerators, ironing boards and irons, 42” wall-mounted HDTVs, functional work space with ergonomic desk chairs, free WiFi, free copy of USA Today and more.

The “I HEART Dad! And Golf!” package starts at $178 and is available June 16-20, 2011. For more information about The Resort at The Mountain or to make a reservation, visit http://www.TheResort.com or call (877) 439-6774.