Hospitality & Tourism
News and trends in Milwaukee’s hospitality and tourism industry, including hotels, restaurants, travel, and events.
Historic Schuster Mansion to be put up for auction
The historic Schuster Mansion, located at 3209 W. Wells St. in Milwaukee's Concordia neighborhood, will be put up for sale at auction by Beth Rose Real Estate and Auctions.
Common Council approves final funding piece for South Shore Cruise Dock project
The redevelopment of Port Milwaukee’s South Shore Cruise Dock is now scheduled to begin next spring after the city’s Common Council approved the remaining $2 million needed to start the project.
Marcus Corp. third quarter results driven by hotel revenue surpassing pre-pandemic levels
Post-pandemic recovery continues for Milwaukee-based Marcus Corp., with third-quarter revenue from its hotel division surpassing 2019 levels.
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Irish Fest announces leadership succession plans
The board of directors for CelticMKE, the nonprofit organization that produces Irish Fest in Milwaukee, announced a succession plan for two key leadership positions, which will go into effect in 2024 and 2025.
National Geographic names Milwaukee a top global travel destination for 2023
National Geographic magazine has included Milwaukee as one of its 25 top travel destinations for 2023, which it says are “under the radar, ahead of the curve, and ready for you to start exploring.”
League announced for Milwaukee pro soccer team coming to Iron District development
The developers of the $160 million, 11-acre Iron District MKE have struck a deal with the USL Championship league to establish a professional men's soccer club in downtown Milwaukee.
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Leaders celebrate end of record-setting cruise season in Milwaukee
Milwaukee’s 2022 cruise ship season came to a close Wednesday.
Franklin Staybridge Suites hotel sold for $10.8 million
An Illinois hotel owner has purchased the Staybridge Suites Milwaukee Airport South hotel in Franklin for roughly $10.8 million, according to state records.
FPC Live announces labor and workforce agreements for Deer District venue project
Madison-based concert promoter FPC Live announced Monday that it has finalized two separate labor agreements for its $50 million concert venue complex proposed for the Deer District in downtown Milwaukee.
USA Triathlon will return to Milwaukee in 2023 for national championship event
In 2023, for the third straight year, Milwaukee will host USA Triathlon’s marquee national championship event, the organization announced Wednesday.
