April Wine returns to Deerhurst Resort

HUNTSVILLE, ON, April 4, 2013 – Back by popular demand, one of Canada’s most enduring rock bands, Myles Goodwyn and April Wine, is set to take the stage at Deerhurst, a Skyline Resort this April 27^th for a weekend of rock ‘n roll, great food and of course, wine.

Known for smash hits such as “Bad Side of the Moon,” “Just Between You and Me,” and “You Could Have Been a Lady,” April Wine promises an entertaining return engagement for locals and guests alike. The Muskoka performance will be headed up by legendary front man, Myles Goodwyn, alongside Brian Greenway on guitar, Richard Lanthier on bass guitar and Roy “Nip” Nichol on the drums.

“After the excitement they brought last year, we can’t wait to have April Wine back at Deerhurst,” says Chris Lund, General Manager. “April Wine are true Canadian icons and continue to be a guest favourite and a real draw for the resort.”

Deerhurst Resort is offering one and two-night getaway packages which include an itinerary of events in the lead up to the concert.

The “April Wine Concert Weekend” two-night package starts from $199 per night* and includes:

·         Accommodation for two

·         Pre-concert wine tasting

·         Three course dinner and preferred concert seating for two

·         Free round of golf for two at Deerhurst Lakeside

One night packages are also available from $299 per night* and include accommodations, a pre-concert wine tasting, a three- course dinner and concert tickets.

During their visit, guests can take advantage of everything Deerhurst has to offer including horseback riding, hiking, Treetop Trekking, treatments at Shizen Spa and more.

Local concert-goers can purchase tickets for the wine tasting, dinner and show package for just $89 per 

person, or concert-only for $44.

For more information or to book the April Wine weekend getaway, visit www.deerhurstresort.com/aprilwine or call (888) 965-5787.

* Price is not inclusive of taxes, amenity fee. Subject to availability. Conditions may apply.

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About Deerhurst Resort:
Although Deerhurst Resort emerged on the world stage when it welcomed leaders like Obama, Sarkozy, and Merkel as host venue for the 2010 Group of Eight Summit, the lakeside retreat has been evolving into an Ontario landmark throughout its storied 117 year history.  The 400-room Muskoka hotel also encompasses 45,000 sq. ft. of meeting venues, two 18-hole golf courses, a Shizen Spa, an extensive waterfront, a live stage show, Adventures in Excellence teambuilding and the most on-site activities of any resort in Eastern Canada.  A founding member of the Savour Muskoka culinary trail, Deerhurst is the only resort in North America to produce both its own maple syrup and wildflower honey, as well as shiitake mushrooms, herbs and other foraged produce on property, one hallmark of its commitment to local sustainability. www.deerhurstresort.com

About Skyline Hotels & Resorts:Skyline Hotels & Resorts is a distinct collection of hotel and resort properties focused on providing true lifestyle enhancing experiences to leisure and business guests, as well as local residents. Offerings include top-level golf and ski, its own Shizen Spa brand and a complete range of year-round activities including adventure parks and corporate team-building. Skyline destinations include The King Edward Hotel, the Cosmopolitan Hotel and Pantages Hotel in downtown Toronto, Barrie’s Horseshoe Resort and Deerhurst Resort in Muskoka. Skyline Hotels & Resorts is owned and operated by Skyline International Developments Inc., a real estate and development company that also includes unique communities like Port McNicoll. Visit www.skylinehotelsandresorts.com