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Press Releases
Founders Inn and Spa Mother's Day Brunch with live music | April 2013
FOUNDERS INN AND SPA MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH WITH LIVE MUSIC
Honor The Special Women In Your Life
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va; April 2013 – Honor the special women in your life at the Founders Inn and Spa’s Mother’s Day Brunch Sunday, May 12th . The Inn’s award-winning team of chefs is preparing a sumptuous menu available in both the Swan Terrace Restaurant and the Virginia Ballroom. Live music will accompany the buffet, which will feature seafood, lamb, pork and aged prime rib, locally grown fruits and vegetables and tempting desserts and treats.
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Tuesdays on the Terrace at The Founders Inn & Spa | April 2013
Tuesdays on the Terrace
Al Fresco Dining with Music from Jazz Band
Tuesdays On The Terrace, special evenings of al fresco dining begin again April 30th from 5:30 – 8:30 pm at the Founders Inn and Spa, Virginia Beach, VA.
Dine outdoors on the Terrace overlooking the Inn’s beautiful English gardens and fountained lake with the accompaniment of the Inn’s jazz band. Enjoy an exciting assortment of Virginia barbeque, fresh grilled to order steaks, seafood and tempting desserts. A selection of local craft beers and Virginia wines is also available.
Adults: $22.95; Children 5-12: $7.95. Children 4 and under are free.
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Founders Inn and Spa Joins Stash Hotel Rewards Program | March 2013
FOUNDERS INN & SPA JOINS STASH HOTEL REWARDS PROGRAM
Largest Independent Hotel Loyalty Program in U.S.
(Virginia Beach, VA; March 2013) – The Founders Inn & Spa, Virginia Beach, Va., has joined the Stash Hotel Rewards Program, the largest independent hotel loyalty program in the United States, with more than 200 great independent hotel members across North America including the Caribbean and Hawaii.
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Hop On Over to The Founders Inn and Spa for Easter Fun for the Whole Family | March 2013
HOP ON OVER TO THE FOUNDERS INN AND SPA FOR EASTER FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
MEDIA ALERT – CALENDAR LISTING | PHOTO/TV OPPORTUNITY
WHAT: Easter Brunch and Family Fun Activities
-Egg and omelet brunch station; hot and cold buffets; chilled seafood; carving station; The Kids Corner; house-made desserts and pastries; chocolate fountain
- Live Music
-Children’s Activities: Egg Decorating, Egg Hunt, Strolling Magician, Easter Bunny, Petting Zoo, Bouncy Castle and a children’s movie in the auditorium at 11am to 4pm
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The Founders Inn and Spa Announces Arrival of New General Manager Sascha Hemmann | June 11, 2012
The Founders Inn and Spa Announces
Arrival of New General Manager Sascha Hemmann
Virginia Beach, VA (June 11, 2012) – The Founders Inn and Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Sascha Hemmann to the position of General Manager.
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The Founders Inn and Spa Announces One Year Anniversary of Capella Hotel Group Management Firm | May 1, 2012
The Founders Inn and Spa Announces
One Year Anniversary of Capella Hotel Group Management Firm
Virginia Beach, VA (May 1, 2012) – Capella Hotel Group began managing The Founders Inn and Spa May 1, 2011. Since that date, objective guest surveys recorded by Unifocus and Meeting Scope have consistently shown superior ratings from both travelers and group meeting planners scoring customer service, hotel cleanliness and staff professionalism at the highest levels of excellence.
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Heart of the Garden | Jan 31, 2012
Heart of the Garden
Exclusive Romantic Table for Two in the English Garden
Swan Terrace Restaurant on Valentine’s Day
Virginia Beach, VA (January 31, 2012) – As Valentine’s Day approaches, lovers search for extravagant ways to express their inimitable affection: a man looks for the perfect setting to propose; a married couple desires a romantic way to celebrate their timeless love; a military spouse wants a welcome home worthy of honor.
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The Founders Inn and Spa Announces Management Company Name Change | Dec. 16, 2011
The Founders Inn and Spa Announces
Management Company Name Change
Virginia Beach, VA (December 16, 2011) – West Paces Hotel Group, the fastest growing luxury hotel management company, has been renamed Capella Hotel Group to capitalize on the successful luxury brand it has created in Capella hotels and its expanding global operations. In addition, Capella Hotel Group announced that it has formed a partnership with Stoneleigh Capital, a private equity firm with an expertise in hospitality investments to offer a new model to owners and developers and accelerate its growth strategy. Capella Hotel Group manages The Founders Inn and Spa, luxury hotel and conference center in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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Delicious Thanksgiving Buffet Designed by New Executive Chef Scott Simpson | Nov 16, 2011
Delicious Thanksgiving Buffet Designed by
New Executive Chef Scott Simpson
Virginia Beach, VA (November 16, 2011) – Thanksgiving and dining is synonymous with an extravagant meal unsurpassed in flavor, variety and freshness served by warm-hearted people. This Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 24, at Swan Terrace, the new Executive Chef Scott Simpson serves his fabulous buffet from 11 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The cost for each adult is $39.95, for children 5-12 it is $19.95 and children four and under dine free. Reservations are required. Call 424-5511.
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Founders Illumination and Singing Santa Celebrate Anniversaries in Harmony This Christmas | November 9, 2011
Founders Illumination and Singing Santa
Celebrate Anniversaries in Harmony This Christmas
Virginia Beach, VA (November 9, 2011) – The Founders Inn and Spa shines the light on twenty years of Christmas celebration this year, continuing its tradition of brightening holiday spirits with Founders Illumination, November 27 from noon to 8 p.m. A gift to the community, and one wrapped with the stunning presence of Singing Santa Claus - celebrating his tenth year anniversary - Founders Illumination celebrates and thanks the community, an event free and open to the public. Local choirs, thousands of brilliant lights, horse-drawn carriage rides, a thirty five-foot, decorated tree will usher in Christmas. Call 757-366-5700 or visit www.FoundersInn.com.
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The Founders Inn and Spa Presents Traditional Easter Brunch, Egg Hunt in Colonial Gardens | Apr 7, 2011
The Founders Inn and Spa Presents Traditional Easter Brunch,
Egg Hunt in Colonial Gardens
Virginia Beach, VA (April 7, 2011) -- The Founders Inn and Spa presents an
exceptional, traditional Easter brunch at Swan Terrace and Virginia Ballroom,
Sunday, April 24th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 pm. All children attending the brunch
may search for Easter eggs at 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. in the Colonial Gardens,
weather permitting. A VIP bunny will be socializing throughout the day. Cost per
adult is $37.95, kids 5-12 years $15.95, 4 and under are complimentary.
Reservations are recommended, call 424-5511.
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Awards and Accolades
Swan Terrace Receives National Accolade for Wine List | Sept. 22, 2011
Swan Terrace Receives National Accolade for Wine List
Virginia Beach, Va (September 22, 2011) – Swan Terrace restaurant at The
Founders Inn and Spa is the recipient of the 2011 Wine Spectator Award of
Excellence, as listed in the August 31, 2011 issue.
