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From
Recipient
Notes
Year 2007
Gold Award
Meetings and Conventions
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Readers' Survey
Best of the Midwest
Rand McNally
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Midwest Getaway Guide
Gold Key
Meetings and Conventions
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Readers' Survey
World's Best Golf Resort
Travel + Leisure Golf
The Lodge of Four Seasons Golf Resort
Travel + Leisure Golf
Year 2006
Pinnacle Award
Successful Meetings
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Readers' Survey
Best of Midamerica
Meetings Midamerica
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Readers' Survey
Gold Key
Meetings and Conventions
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Readers' Survey
World's Best Golf Resorts
Travel + Leisure Golf
The Lodge of Four Seasons
and Spa Shiki
Midwest Region
#3 Best Resorts for Family Trips
#3 Best Restaurants
#2 Best Spa/Gym
America's Best Courses
Golfweek Magazine
Witch's Cove
#4 Best Public Course
in Missouri
Best Group Spa
Meetings Midamerica
Spa Shiki
Best Spa for Groups in
the Midwest
Best Family Resorts
Away.com
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Top 100 Family Resorts
Year 2005
Pinnacle Award
Successful Meetings
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Readers' Survey
Gold Key
Meetings and Conventions
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Readers' Survey
America's Best Courses
Golfweek Magazine
Witch's Cove
#3 Best Public Course
in Missouri
Best in State
Golf Digest
Porto Cima
Top Courses in Missouri
Year 2004
Pinnacle Award
Successful Meetings
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Readers' Survey
Best of Midamerica
Meetings Midamerica
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Readers' Survey
Gold Key
Meetings and Conventions
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Readers' Survey
Year 2003
Pinnacle Award
Successful Meetings
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Readers' Survey
Gold Key
Meetings and Conventions
The Lodge of Four Seasons
Readers' Survey
Best Spa Deal
Spa Finder
Spa Shiki
Voted Best Spa Deal in the U.S.
Connoisseur's Choice
Resorts & Great Hotels
The Lodge of Four Seasons
One of the Great Resorts
in the U.S.
Best in State
Golf Digest
Porto Cima
#3 in Missouri
Top Values for
Spa Getaways
NBC's Today Show
Spa Shiki
Featured as One of the
Best Spa Values in the U.S.
Other Past Notable Awards
Top Spot to
Get Gorgeous
Self Magazine
(2000)
Spa Shiki
Missouri's #1 Spa
Top Destination Spa
St. Louis Magazine
(2001)
Spa Shiki
Top Destination Spa for
St. Louisians
Best New
Private Courses
Golf digest
(2001)
Porto Cima
#4 Best New Private
Course in U.S.
Head of Class
Links Magazine
(2001)
Porto Cima
Top New Golf Courses
in the U.S.
Wine Spectator
Award
Wine Spectator
magazine
HK's Restaurant
Noted for having an
Exceptional Wine List
Missouri Beef
Backer Award
Missouri Beef
Industry Council
HK's Restaurant
Winners display
exceptional Beef,
custormer satisfaction
& service

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LAKE OF THE OZARKS RESORT EARNS

MEETINGS MEDIA’S ‘BEST OF MID-AMERICA’ AWARD

Meeting Planners Tip Their Cap to The Lodge of Four Seasons

          LAKE OZARKS, MOSeptember 23, 2007 – Consistently ranked among the top U.S. destinations for corporate and social gatherings, The Lodge of Four Seasons Golf Resort & Spa Shiki has been named ‘One of the Top 50 Properties in the Midwestern United States’ and a recipient of the prestigious ‘Best of Mid-America Award” by Meetings Mid-America Magazine. The Lodge was voted by the nation’s top meeting planners as one of their favorite gathering sites in the Midwest.
            From board rooms to ballrooms, The Lodge of Four Seasons can accommodate groups that range in size from 12 to 1,600. The Lodge offers more than 65,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor function space, including a 20,000 sq. ft. Exhibit Hall. At the Lodge, guests enjoy meeting spaces with exceptional lake views, distinctive indoor conference rooms with fireplaces and natural rock walls, even outdoor venues like the popular Lakeview Patio, perfect for special themed events.
            “Meetings and conference business plays an enormous role in the success of our property so it is only natural that we are pleased to have earned this significant award,” said David Griffin, General Manager. “It’s even more rewarding to know that our striving to achieve excellence daily is being recognized by those who are most important.”
            The Lodge of Four Seasons is located on Lake of the Ozarks in Lake Ozark, Missouri, 2 ½  hours from both St. Louis and Kansas City, and 90 minutes from Springfield.  The resort features 303 guest rooms and 54 two and three bedroom condominium units.  Additional amenities include 54 holes of championship golf by legendary designers Robert Trent Jones, Sr., Ken Kavanaugh and Jack Nicklaus. The resort boasts the full-service Spa Shiki, ranked among the top spas in the Midwest, the lake's largest full-service marina featuring pontoon boats, wave runners, parasailing, fishing, tubing and much more.
            In addition to its 65,000 sq. ft. of meeting and convention space, the Lodge offers three restaurants and Japanese Gardens that welcome every guest to an experience to savor at every level. For more information about The Lodge of Four Seasons, call toll free 1-800.THE.LAKE
(1-800-843-5253) or visit www.4seasonsresort.com.


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LEGENDARY KANSAS CITY SINGER CANDACE EVANS
DEBUTS AT LODGE OF FOUR SEASONS JUNE 1


LAKE OZARK, MO-May 22, 2007-Veteran Kansas City pianist and singer Candace Evans has signed on to perform this summer at the award-winning Lodge of Four Season Golf Resort & Spa Shiki in Lake of the Ozarks. Evans will perform Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings in the Lodge lobby lounge beginning June 1 through October.

Utilizing her rich voice and masterful touch on the piano to dazzle guests, Ms. Evans has been performing professionally for more than 10 years at top venues around the Kansas City area. Her latest CD, entitled "So Nice", was released in 2003 and showcases Evans' virtuosity and versatility with tracks that range from blues, Latin jazz and soul. She recently signed a contract with a major Chinese record label to distribute her albums in Hong Kong while her next CD is slated to be introduced in later in the year.

Adding to the mix

The addition of Candace Evans to the Lake of the Ozarks after hour scene comes on the heels of the opening of the ultra-trendy Mist Lounge earlier this month at the same Lodge of Four Seasons. Owned and operated by Buddy Coy and Pete Ferretti, purveyors of Mandarin, Pepper and Nectar lounges in St. Louis, Mist offers a unique mashup music format featuring the best of top 40, rock, and retro blending together in unique ways as well a number of high-end cocktail selections.

"We are so pleased to welcome a talent as wonderful and well-recognized as Candace to Lake of the Ozarks," said Dave Griffin, Lodge of Four Seasons general manager. "Summer is always our busy season and we're fortunate to have Candace calling the Lodge her home this summer and fall."

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June 25, 2007
Contact: Jennifer Bondurant, CatchPhrase Communications, 573-386-5618 or 573-230-4711

NEW ERA BEGINS FOR FOUR SEASONS WITH
AVILA AT THE LODGE GRAND OPENING
New Lake of the Ozarks Condominium Hotel To Celebrate Grand Opening on July 7 & 8

LAKE OZARK, MO - More than 40 years after Harold Koplar opened the Lodge of Four Seasons at the Lake of the Ozarks, his daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Peter Brown Sr., grandsons and great-grandchildren will celebrate the opening of a new era for the Four Seasons family as they welcome guests to Avila at the Lodge, a new condominium hotel. A grand opening event is set for Saturday, July 7 and Sunday, July 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guests are invited to tour the condominium model and view the plans for the project's development.
Located on Horseshoe Bend Parkway, adjacent to the Lodge of Four Seasons, Avila at the Lodge offers 145 two-bedroom condos and the most inclusive list of amenities and services for any condo at the Lake. Also responsible for such Lake communities as Porto Cima and Country Club Cove, Four Seasons Homes is the general contractor for Avila, working in conjunction with the developer, the Lodge of Four Seasons. Four beautifully designed complexes, from two to four stories and featuring elevators, will house the approximately 1,250-square-foot condos, all fully furnished. An on-site voluntary rental program is available.
In addition to a welcome center and swimming pool on site, residents and guests will also have access to the Lodge of Four Seasons facilities. On-property transportation will connect guests with the Lodge's renown golf courses, Witch's Cove and Seasons Ridge; Spa Shiki, one of the Midwest's largest and most highly regarded resort spas; boat rentals at the Lodge marina; shopping at the Lodge's designer boutique, Resort Designs; nightly entertainment at the Lobby Bar or Mist Lounge, and dining at HK's restaurant, Breezes and more. Room service will also be available.
Located at the Lodge's former 9-hole short game course, Avila is the first phase of an extensive plan for development and growth for the Lodge of Four Seasons. Other plans include various enhancements and upgrades to the resort's landscaping and recreational areas.
An Avila information center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, please call (866) 44-AVILA (866-442-8452) or visit www.avilacondos.com.

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January 19, 2006
Contact: Jennifer Bondurant, CatchPhrase Communications, (573) 584-0189 or (573) 230-4711, jenny@catchphrasepr.com


LAKE OZARK SPA RANKS AS BEST IN MIDWEST
ACCORDING TO MEETING PLANNERS
Meetings Midamerica Readers Rank Spa Shiki
at The Lodge of Four Seasons as Best Group Spa in Midwest

LAKE OZARK, MO-Meetings Midamerica recently announced the 2006 winners of their annual "Planners' Best Bets" awards. Meeting planners selected Spa Shiki as the best group spa in the Midwest. The Japanese-themed resort spa is located at the Lodge of Four Seasons in Lake Ozark, Missouri.
Meetings Midamerica asked meeting planners from across the country that book meetings in the Midwest to vote for their favorite suppliers, services and activities as they relate to the meetings industry. The 2006 awards mark the second annual honors bestowed by Meetings Midamerica readers. The Kohler Waters Spa in Kohler, Wisconsin won the "best group spa" award in 2005.
With 16 treatment rooms and staff specifically assigned to coordinate group spa activity, Spa Shiki works closely with groups that visit the Lodge of Four Seasons, tailoring programs and special events. Group and convention business accounts for 70 percent of the lakeside's resort business.
For a complete list of all 2006 winners, visit www.meetingsfocus.com/plannerspicks/.


ABOUT SPA SHIKI
Located at the Lodge of the Four Seasons in Lake Ozark, Missouri, Spa Shiki is one of the largest resort spas in the Midwest and was featured on NBC's "Weekend Today" as one of the top values in the United States for a spa getaway. A result of a $1 million renovation, the spa opened in the fall of 2000 and offers a comprehensive array of health and wellness treatments, as well as education, for their guests. Spa Shiki is a member of ISPA, the national governing board for resort spas.

ABOUT THE LODGE OF FOUR SEASONS
A winner of several national awards for meetings and service excellence, The Lodge of Four Seasons is a landmark golf resort and spa in Lake Ozark, Missouri.

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September 14, 2005
Contact: Jennifer Bondurant, CatchPhrase Communications, (573) 584-0189 or (573) 230-4711 or jenny@catchphrasepr.com

OCTOBER BREAST CANCER HEALING EVENT TO BE HELD
AT SPA SHIKI AND LODGE OF FOUR SEASONS

LAKE OZARK, MO - Spa Shiki and the Lodge of Four Seasons will host a second annual Breast Cancer Wellness event on Oct 15, 2005 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Lake Ozark, Mo. Patients, survivors, family, friends, and caregivers are invited to attend this inspiring event dedicated to healing.
Sandy Jost, Ph.D., a leading expert in the field of mind-body connection, will present "Where Does Healing Begin?" a message of how to direct survivors' healing endeavors for maximum results. Jost facilitates the Cancer Involvement Program and is author of Your Mind, Your Body, and Their Connection to Your Health as well as many CDs and tapes on the power of the mind to help heal. Jost also facilitates Healing Images workshops at major hospitals in St Louis and Washington University.
Other messages at the event will include a "Taking Charge When You Aren't In Control," a survival story from Mary Beth O'Reilly, 10-year breast cancer survivor. Survivor Kim Carlos will present her message of "I Still Buy Green Bananas," a celebration after a diagnosis of breast cancer. Carlos is president of the Greater Kansas City Area Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and has co-authored Nordies at Noon, a book of personal stories of four women too young for breast cancer.
"My Encounter with Breast Cancer; A Daughter's Perspective," will be shared by Laurie Bennett of Anointing at Bethany Ministries. "My Perfect Life Came Tumbling Down" will be presented by Beverly Vote, 13-year breast cancer survivor. Vote shares the challenges presented to her at the age of 38, while at the peak of her personal and professional life and how she was forced to accept that a greater purpose was at hand.
An optional, complimentary two-hour session is available for Saturday evening, Oct 15 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Guests may meet with other survivors as the group writes a "Goodbye Letter to Breast Cancer," an insightful and therapeutic experience.
Special guest Mary Johnson of Make Today Count will also be in attendance.
The cost of this fun and inspiring day is $20.00 and includes luncheon, break, materials, and an autographed copy of the journal from The Cancer Involvement Program. For more information, www.breastcancerwellness.org or contact Beverly Vote at 417-532-9763 or at beverlyvote@aol.com

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January 24, 2007
Contact: Jennifer Bondurant, CatchPhrase Communications, (573) 386-5618, jenny@catchphrasepr.com

CELEBRITY MAKEUP ARTIST WORKSHOP TO BENEFIT CADV
Spa Shiki To Sponsor Evening Makeup Workshop on Monday, February 12

LAKE OZARK, MO - Spa Shiki will sponsor a workshop with celebrity makeup artist Lori Neapolitan on Monday, February 12 at 7 p.m. at the Lodge of Four Seasons. The event will benefit the Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CADV). Neapolitan, an international stylist and makeup artist, has worked with a number of celebrity clients, including Sarah Jessica Parker, Oprah Winfrey, Meryl Streep and Nikki Hilton. In addition, Neapolitan has developed makeup products for major cosmetic lines and has worked with Clairol, Loreal and other international companies to develop looks for print, platform and runway work.
During the February 12th session, Neapolitan will discuss the most recent advancements in skincare and anti-aging products and treatments. Through demonstration, she will share the latest in makeup products and application techniques and how they can benefit not only the way a women looks but also how they fight against the signs of aging. Guests will learn how modern colors and application techniques and even eyebrows play such a significant role in creating a youthful, natural look. Neapolitan will also share Hollywood secrets used by celebrities to create a glowing appearance.
Tickets for the event are $15 per person and include a complimentary glass of wine. All profits will benefit the CADV. For tickets, please visit Spa Shiki or call the spa at (800) THE-LAKE.
As part of her visit to Lake Ozark, Neapolitan will also provide advanced makeup training for Spa Shiki estheticians.

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CONTACTS:
Silbar Public Relations
Dave Silbar (dsilbar@silbarpr.com)
(847) 729-7333

1st annual 'Couples Tournament'
Tees of at Lodge of Four Seasons September 28-30

AUGUST 21, 2007-LAKE OZARK, MO - What could be better than golfing with your husband, wife and all of your good friends? How about doing it three days in a row.

That's what is in store for the first 48 couples who register to participate in The Lodge of Four Season's 1st annual "Couples Golf Tournament" to be held September 28, 29 and 30. The event will be played on all three lodge courses: the Robert Trent Jones, Sr.-designed Witch's Cove, Ken Kavanaugh's Season's Ridge layout, and the exclusive Jack Nicklaus Signature-designed Club at Porto Cima.

Husband and wife teams will compete in scramble, best ball and alternate shot formats during the three day tournament, selecting playing partners for Friday and Saturday and enjoying an evening of fun at a special "flighting party" to be held on Saturday night.

Cost is $600 per team and includes three rounds of golf and cart, special gifts for each player, Saturday night flighting party, tournament prizes and plenty of on course contests. Entry fee also entitles each team to a pair of $22 practice rounds on Witch's Cove and Season's Ridge. Special overnight accommodations are available at The Lodge of Four Seasons for $139 per night.

Friday and Saturday golf begins at 12:30 and Sunday's alternate shot round at The Club at Porto Cima begins at 8 a.m. For more information or to register, call Director of Golf Josh Crowell at (574) 365-8722 or e-mail jcrowell@4seasonsresort.com to receive an entry form.

About The Lodge of Four Seasons Golf Resort and Spa Shiki

The Lodge of Four Seasons is located on Lake of the Ozarks in Lake Ozark, Missouri, 2 ½ hours from both St. Louis and Kansas City, and 90 minutes from Springfield. The resort features 303 guest rooms and 54 two and three bedroom condominium units. Additional amenities include 54 holes of championship golf by legendary designers Robert Trent Jones, Sr., Ken Kavanaugh and Jack Nicklaus. The resort boasts the full-service Spa Shiki, ranked among the top spas in the Midwest, the lake's largest full-service marina featuring pontoon boats, wave runners, parasailing, fishing, tubing and much more, 65,000 sq. ft. of meeting and convention space, three restaurants, and Japanese Gardens that welcome every guest to an experience to savor at every level.
For more information about The Lodge of Four Seasons, call toll free 1-800.THE.LAKE
(1-800-843-5253) or visit www.4seasonsresort.com.

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1/30/04

Contact: Jennifer Bondurant, CatchPhrase Publicity, 573-584-0189 or 573-230-4711 (cell)


GUESTS REDISCOVER ROMANCE DURING SPA GETAWAY
Spa Shiki at the Lodge of Four Seasons Announces February 27-29 Wellness Weekend


LAKE OZARK, MO-Spa Shiki at the Lodge of Four Seasons will welcome guests for a "Rediscovering Romance" Wellness Weekend, February 27-29, 2004. Guests at the lakeside resort will enjoy a weekend dedicated to taking more time for their relationships. Feature seminars include "Basics of Massage," "Rekindling Romance after the Rugrats," and "Yoga for Couples."
Spa Shiki Wellness Weekends are designed to help guests bring spa philosophy into their lives, year-round and at home, and the classes feature hands-on interaction with instructors, including time for questions and answers. While Spa Shiki massage therapists will lead the "Basics of Massage," Sean and Tawnya Atkisson of Family Wellness Inc. will lead "Rekindling the Romance after the Rugrats," discussing new, exciting ways of rekindling the flame of romance with your partner. Jan Harcourt of Tools for Stress in Jefferson City will lead "Yoga for Couples." In addition, the weekend will also feature a Pilates mat class, a seminar on reflexology, and a healthy cooking class and wine tasting.
Spa Shiki's Wellness Weekend package includes two nights lodging (Friday and Saturday nights) and classes. The cost for the event is $198.00 per couple, plus tax and service, for double occupancy. Seminar schedule is subject to change. For more information, call 800-THE-LAKE or visit www.spashiki.com. Local participants may take part in the seminars for $50 per person.


ABOUT SPA SHIKI
Located at the Lodge of the Four Seasons in Lake Ozark, Missouri, Spa Shiki is one of the largest resort spas in the Midwest and was featured in January 2003 on NBC's "Weekend Today" as one of the top values in the United States for a spa getaway. A result of a $1 million renovation, the spa opened in the fall of 2000 and offers a comprehensive array of health and wellness treatments, as well as education, for their guests. Spa Shiki is a member of ISPA, the national governing board for resort spas.

ABOUT THE LODGE OF FOUR SEASONS
A member of Four Seasons Group, Inc., the Lodge of Four Seasons resort offers an award-winning meeting, social, and resort destination in Lake Ozark, Missouri. Recently completed, a $10 million dollar renovation re-energized the Lodge and its full array of amenities, including a world-class spa and nationally recognized golf courses.

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Dave Silbar
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GOLFERS RENEW SWING WITH SPECIALTY MASSAGE
Lake of the Ozarks Spa Unveils 'Golfer's Delight' Treatment

June 19, 2007-LAKE OZARK, MO-Golfers may not automatically think about going to a spa for help with their game, but a Golfer's Delight Massage may be just what the golf pro orders. Spa Shiki at the Lodge of Four Seasons on Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks offers a 50 or 80-minute massage designed specifically for a golfer's concerns.
"Prior to a golf game, the massage helps a golfer loosen up," says Spa Shiki massage therapist and Pilates instructor Todd Borron. "It can make your game more fluid."
The Golfer's Delight Massage concentrates on the neck, back and shoulders to relieve discomfort from tight muscles and on the lower back and hamstrings to create proper balance and flexibility.
"During the summer months, golfers need to incorporate a body maintenance program that focuses on core strength and flexibility," says Club at Porto Cima head golf professional Jon Crane. "Massage is a significant component in maintaining flexibility and alleviating undue stress on the back and joints, the cause of most golf related injuries." Featuring a Jack Nicklaus-signature golf course that is recognized as one of the nation's top private courses by Golf Digest, the Club at Porto Cima is one of Spa Shiki's sister companies, part of the Four Seasons Group.
One of the largest resort spas in the Midwest, Spa Shiki is located on Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks, one of the world's largest manmade lakes, covering 1,150 miles of shoreline. The 15,000 square-foot, Japanese-themed Spa Shiki offers a Vichy shower, whirlpool, steam rooms, saunas, spa café and meditation room, in addition to a complete menu of massages, hydrotherapy, facials, body wraps, salon services and more.
For more information, please call 800-THE-LAKE or visit www.spashiki.com. For more information on Porto Cima, please call 573-964-3100 or visit www.portocima.com.


ABOUT SPA SHIKI
Located at the Lodge of the Four Seasons in Lake Ozark, Missouri, Spa Shiki is one of the largest resort spas in the Midwest and was featured on NBC's "Weekend Today" as one of the top values in the United States for a spa getaway. A result of a $1 million renovation, the spa opened in the fall of 2000 and offers a comprehensive array of health and wellness treatments, as well as education, for their guests. Spa Shiki is a member of ISPA, the national governing board for resort spas.

ABOUT THE LODGE OF FOUR SEASONS GOLF RESORT AND SPA SHIKI
The Lodge of Four Seasons is located on Lake of the Ozarks in Lake Ozark, Missouri, two-and-a-half hours from both St. Louis and Kansas City, and 90 minutes from Springfield. The resort features 303 guest rooms and 54 two and three bedroom condominium units. Additional amenities include 54 holes of championship golf by legendary designers Robert Trent Jones, Sr., Ken Kavanaugh and Jack Nicklaus. The resort boasts the full-service Spa Shiki, ranked among the top spas in the Midwest, the lake's largest full-service marina featuring pontoon boats, wave runners, parasailing, fishing, tubing and much more, 65,000 sq. ft. of meeting and convention space, three restaurants, and Japanese Gardens that welcome every guest to an experience to savor at every level. For more information about The Lodge of Four Seasons, call toll free 1-800.THE.LAKE (1-800-843-5253) or visit www.4seasonsresort.com.

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January 10, 2003

Contact: Jennifer Bondurant, CatchPhrase Publicity, 573-584-0189 or 573-230-4711 (cell)

SPA SHIKI FEATURED ON NBC'S WEEKEND TODAY

LAKE OZARK, MO-Spa Shiki at the Lodge of Four Seasons in Lake Ozark was recently featured on NBC's "Weekend Today" morning news program. The Missouri resort spa was included in list of top spas for affordable winter getaways on Sunday, January 5. Other spas included Snake River Lodge and Spa in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, the Claremont in Berkeley, California, and PGA National Resort & Spa in West Palm Beach, Florida.


ABOUT SPA SHIKI
Located at the Lodge of the Four Seasons in Lake Ozark, Missouri, Spa Shiki is one of the largest resort spas in the Midwest. A result of a $1 million renovation, the spa opened in the fall of 2000 and offers a comprehensive array of health and wellness treatments, as well as education, for their guests. Spa Shiki is a member of ISPA, the national governing board for resort spas.

WITCH'S COVE GOLF CLUB
EARNS ZAGAT HONORS
Robert Trent Jones, Sr. Masterpiece One of Only 10 Missouri Courses Listed


LAKE OZARK, MO - March 20, 2007 - As the spring golf season inches ever so close, Witch's Cove Golf Club at The Lodge of Four Season Golf Resort & Spa Shiki will start the year with yet another award under its belt. The Robert Trent Jones, Sr. masterpiece, located in the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks, has earned its way into the highly-recognized Zagat Survey of America's Top Golf Courses for 2006-2007.

One of only 10 courses in Missouri to earn entry into the Zagat survey, Witch's Cove earned high marks for its course conditions, facilities, service and overall value. Zagat's 'America's Top Golf Courses' list featured more than 6,000 golfers who reviewed 1,095 courses in the U.S., including the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.

According to the entry for Witch's Cove: "It's not just superstition that the lake's level plays a big part in the challenge on holes like the two par-3s carrying the water at this beautiful but difficult Robert Trent Jones, Sr. spread, so prepare to use every club in your bag." The report than added: "Still, chased by the filet at scrumptious HK's Steakhouse, it's a nice golf experience."

The Lodge of Four Seasons earned "Best in Midwest" honors by readers of Travel & Leisure Golf last October and offers 54 holes of championship golf. The Lodge's two other courses feature the Ken Kavanaugh-designed Season's Ridge Golf Club and the semi-private Jack Nicklaus Signature Club at Porto Cima.

"Just having a great golf course doesn't automatically get you into the highly-regarded Zagat survey," explains Lodge General Manager David Griffin. "You have to have the whole package; the facilities, the service…everything it takes to ensure a great overall guest experience. Earning Zagat honors is a tremendous form of recognition to the entire Lodge of Four Seasons staff and something that we take pride in having achieved."

About The Lodge of Four Seasons Golf Resort and Spa Shiki

The Lodge of Four Seasons is located on Lake of the Ozarks in Lake Ozark, Missouri, 2½ hours from both St. Louis and Kansas City, and 90 minutes from Springfield. The resort features 303 guest rooms and 54 two and three bedroom condominium units. Additional amenities include 54 holes of championship golf by legendary designers Robert Trent Jones, Sr., Ken Kavanaugh and Jack Nicklaus. The resort boasts the full-service Spa Shiki, ranked among the top spas in the Midwest, the lake's largest full-service marina featuring pontoon boats, wave runners, parasailing, fishing, tubing and much more, 65,000 sq. ft. of meeting and convention space, three restaurants, and Japanese Gardens that welcome every guest to an experience to savor at every level. For more information about The Lodge of Four Seasons, call toll free 1-800.THE.LAKE (1-800-843-5253) or visit www.4seasonsresort.com.

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CONTACTS:
Silbar Public Relations Peter Brown, Sr.
Dave Silbar 573-365-8568
dsilbar@silbarpr.com
(847) 729-7333

'TEE IT UP FOR THE TROOPS'

SUPPORTS THOSE WHO PROTECT US OCTOBER 12

JULY 1, 2007-LAKE OZARK, MO - On Friday, October 12, 2007 The Lodge of Four Seasons will host the 1st annual "Tee It Up For The Troops" golf event in Missouri's popular Lake of the Ozarks. Proceeds from this event will benefit Tee It Up For The Troops, Inc., a non-profit organization whose goal is to support organizations and programs to assist the fallen and disabled members of the United States Armed Forces, past and present, and their families.

The event will include a 4-person shamble on the three Lodge of Four Seasons golf courses including Witch's Cove (Robert Trent Jones, Sr.); Seasons Ridge (Ken Kavanaugh) and the ultra exclusive Club at Porto Cima (Jack Nicklaus Signature-design).

Included in the shotgun event will be a lunch for golfers, a day of golf, a VIP reception with entertainment all to support our troops and their families.

"This is an opportunity for all of us to suit up for those brave souls who gear up to protect us," said Peter Brown, Sr., Chairman of the event, who added: "Tee It Up For The Troops will also feature a fly-over by military aircraft, several pieces of military ground equipment on display, and a number of military personnel on hand."

Golfers have an opportunity to play their choice of golf course, enjoy lunch, attend the VIP reception after their round of golf, enjoy some fine entertainment at the awards ceremony and participate in a special military coining event where participants will be recognized for their support of the event and our military troops.

"A number of community leaders have joined in to help with the program, however, we also need more sponsors and volunteers for the event," added Brown. "We would encourage both sponsors and golfers to visit our web site to see how they can help and sign up to play."

Foursomes are still available with the cost being $1,600 per team at The Club at Porto Cima, $1,200 per team at Witch's Cove, and $800 per team at Season's Ridge Golf Club. The event kicks off at noon on October 12.

Special Play it for the Troops overnight accommodations are available at the luxurious Lodge of Four Seasons for $135. Call 877-401-5933 or visit www.mo-teeitupforthetroops.com.

 

 
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