Omni Hotels & Resorts Celebrates National Ice Cream Day With Third Annual Ice Cream Social

Events will feature Ice Cream Sundae Bar and Cocktails from "Art of Water" Menu

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Jul 13, 2012, 10:00 ET

IRVING, Texas, July 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Omni Hotels & Resorts will again treat travelers across the nation to a delicious summertime tradition. Guests visiting Omni properties are invited to a complimentary ice cream social celebrating National Ice Cream Day, complete with a Design-Your-Own Sundae Bar, on Tuesday, July 17 from 4 to 6 p.m. Through a partnership with Haagen-Dazs, the luxury hotel brand will serve flavorful vanilla and chocolate ice cream along with a mix of traditional and uniquely local toppings at select properties, such as Orange Blossom Farms Cantaloupe Relish and Charred Texas Peach Preserves from McCaskey Orchards at the Omni La Mansion del Rio (San Antonio), Boston cream pie push-up pops at the Omni Parker House (Boston) and chipotle hot fudge at the Omni Mandalay Hotel at Las Colinas (Dallas).

In addition to ice cream sundaes, Omni will serve cocktail samples from their unique summer drink menu, The Art of Water. The menu features elements from nationally recognized mixologist Kim Haasarud of Liquid Architecture, who developed the regionally-inspired cocktails exclusively for Omni Hotels & Resorts. The four geographically-inspired cocktail menus appeal to the different flavors in the Northeast, Southeast, Texas and West.

"Guests of all ages have enjoyed our annual ice cream social event and the additional element of the Art of Water cocktails takes this to the next level," said Stephen Rosenstock, senior vice president of food & beverage for Omni Hotels & Resorts. "This is our way of showing appreciation to our guests who stay with us during their summer travel."

The history of ice cream dates back to Marco Polo, who is believed to have seen ice cream on his voyage to China and then introduced it to Italy. Since then ice cream has become a billion dollar industry and is beloved by many worldwide. Nine percent of all the milk produced by U.S. dairy farmers is used to make ice cream, not only contributing to one of the nation's favorite dishes, but significantly impacting the economic well-being of the nation's dairy industry.

Guests may visit omnihotels.com or call 1-800-The-Omni. Travelers or media can also follow Omni at Facebook.com/OmniHotels, Twitter.com/OmniHotels or Twitter.com/OmniHotelsPR.

About Omni Hotels & Resorts

Omni Hotels & Resorts creates genuine, authentic guest experiences that take guest on "A Total Departure" to 50 distinct luxury hotels and resorts in leading business gateways and leisure destinations across North America. From exceptional golf and spa retreats to dynamic business settings, each Omni showcases the local flavor of the destination while featuring four-diamond services, signature restaurants, Wi-Fi connectivity and unique wellness options. Known for its award-winning, personalized service, Omni leaves a lasting impression with every customer interaction, with a heightened level of recognition and rewards delivered through its Select Guest loyalty program and the company's "Power of One" associate empowerment program. Earlier this year, Omni's loyalty program was further expanded with the launch of the GHA Discovery® loyalty program expanding numerous benefits on a worldwide basis as a member of the Global Hotel Alliance. The brand is frequently recognized by top consumer research organizations and leading media outlets. To get additional information or book accommodations, visit omnihotels.com or call 1-800-The-Omni.