Mother’s Day is the time to show gratitude to moms of all ages—and what better way to make her day special than to treat her to a delicious brunch buffet hosted by the Bahia Resort Hotel and the Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa on Sunday, May 12, 2013. Together with family and friends, Mom will celebrate her special day by feasting on a wide variety of culinary specialties—without having to lift a finger in preparation!

Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch Buffet
Sunday, May 12, 10:00am–3:00pm (last seating 2:30pm)
The Catamaran’s bay front lawn and the elegant second floor Banquet Rooms will overflow with succulent dishes to delight Mom on Mother’s Day. Families can enjoy sampling a wide variety of culinary items that include salads, seafood, carved meats, main dishes, side dishes, and desserts. Some of the outstanding menu selections include: Cheese Blintzes with Berry Sauce; Assorted Quiches; Grilled Vegetables; Prime Rib Au Jus; Kale Salad with Apple, Radish and Spiced Walnuts; Crab Salad; Prime Rib Au Jus, Baked Salmon; Herb Crusted Pork Loin; Spinach Gratin; Peel & Eat Shrimp; and Toasted Linguini with Greens. Guests can also indulge their sweet tooth at the Dessert Buffet featuring chocolate dipped strawberries, berry cobblers, and assorted cookies and cakes. The children’s “Knee-High” buffet menu offers a wide variety of kids’ selections such as Grilled Chicken and Zucchini; Baked Macaroni; Pee Wee Potatoes; and green salad and fruit. Cost is $52.00 adults & $24.50 for children 5-11 (children under 5 eat free).
Mother’s Day Brunch

To add to the ambiance of Mom’s special day, both buffets will feature live piano entertainment.

Bahia Belle/William D Evans Cruise Schedule
As part of the day’s festivities, guests can enjoy a FREE cruise with a paid brunch buffet on the Bahia Belle and William D Evans sternwheelers, which will sail between the Bahia and Catamaran hotels throughout the afternoon beginning at 11:30 am and ending at 6:15 pm. Boat Schedule.
For Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet reservations at both hotels, please call 858-539-8666

SAN DIEGO, January 13 —
San Diego visitors and residents will again have the opportunity to enjoy a fine dining experience at a significant discount during the 2013 Restaurant Week celebration at the Atoll Restaurant, located in the Catamaran Hotel Resort and Spa on Mission Bay.
Restaurant Week, a popular regional event that takes place twice annually, gives food lovers the opportunity to explore the region’s exciting dining scene by offering specially-priced, three-course prix fixe dinner menus at a fraction of the normal cost.
The Atoll will present a creative prix fixe menu of culinary specialties in celebration of the week at $40 per person.
RESTAURANT WEEK MENU
Sunday-Thursday, January 13-17, 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday, January 18, 5:30 pm- 10:00 pm
Diners will have the opportunity to select a first and second course, plus dessert, from the following menu:
First Course

Pacific Oysters
Smoked scallops and rose Champagne granita
Cauliflower Soup
Black truffle salad
Wild Mushroom Crusted Brioche
Fried duck egg and chervil
Short Rib Terrine
House made pickles and stone ground mustard

Second Course

Smoked Black Cod
Roast beets with horseradish and pickled carrots
Paso Prime Grass Fed New York Strip Loin
Spaetzle gratin, fennel and arugula
Herb Crusted Baja Halibut
Preserved tomatoes and house made gnocchi
English Pea Risotto
Pea Tendrils and California extra virgin olive oil

Desserts
House made Churros
Hazelnut Hot Chocolate
Valencia Orange Cheese Cake
Graham cracker crust
Chocolate Tart
Almond short crust and candied orange
Butter Toasted Carrot Cake
Served warm with cream cheese icing

Tickets or special passes are not required; however, reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling 858.777.6641 or by reserving online.
Please note that beverages, tax, and gratuity are not included in the price per person.
Bon Appétit during Restaurant Week!

Resort Receives Highest Ranking for Outstanding Environmental Practices

San Diego, California (December 2012) –
The Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa’s efforts to “go green” have resulted in a top designation from the California Green Lodging Program.

The resort was recently awarded the “Environmentalist Level” by the state program, which acknowledges and promotes lodging facilities that demonstrate water and energy conservation, waste minimization, recycling, environmentally friendly purchasing, program sustainability, and pollution prevention.

The “Environmentalist Level” is the top tier among the program’s award categories. As acknowledgement of the resort’s achievement, the Catamaran will be displayed as a major green hotel on the California Green Lodging website, on AAA and Travelocity directories, and on the Concur Travel website, the State of California’s new online booking tool.

“California is known around the world for its natural beauty, and we consider it a top priority to help protect and conserve our precious natural resources,” said Mike Staples, Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa General Manager. “We are proud to receive this designation from the State of California for our tireless efforts to uphold the highest standards of integrity and environmental ethics in our daily operations.”

The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa offers casual elegance in a tropical paradise setting, featuring acres of lush foliage and sun-drenched beaches. Located on Mission Bay, steps from the Pacific Ocean, the property boasts 312 spacious rooms and suites tastefully appointed with private balconies or patios.

Bountiful buffets at the Bahia and Catamaran hotels include complimentary Mission Bay Sternwheeler cruise

San Diego, California (November 2012) –
Why not escape kitchen duty this year and enjoy a bountiful Thanksgiving feast with family and friends—surrounded by the tropical beauty of Mission Bay—in celebration of America’s favorite holiday?
Both the Bahia Resort Hotel and the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa are offering their popular annual Thanksgiving Buffet in celebration of the holiday. In addition to a copious array of dining options at both hotels, guests are invited to enjoy a complimentary Mission Bay cruise on the historic Sternwheelers William D. Evans and Bahia Belle as part of a paid brunch buffet.
Bahia Resort Hotel Thanksgiving Champagne Dinner Buffet
Thursday, November 22, 12:30pm-4:00pm (last seating 3:30pm)
The Bahia Resort Hotel Mission Ballroom will feature a superb buffet in honor of this special day of thanks for a bountiful harvest. Guests are welcomed with iced tea or champagne and invited to partake in a buffet consisting of an expansive salad bar and variety of entrees, side dishes, and desserts. A few of the many delectable menu offerings include: Smoked Salmon with Capers, Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce, Smoked Duck Salad, Roast Tom Turkey and Sirloin of Beef, Herb-crusted Salmon, Steamed Mussels and Clams, Baked Penne Pasta, Blue Lake Beans Almandine, Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce, and Flambé of Bananas Foster. A special “knee-high” buffet will offer a variety of kids’ favorites. Cost is $39.95 adults & $19.95 for children 5-12 (children under 5 eat free).
http://www.bahiahotel.com/dining-entertainment/thanksgiving-dinner-buffet/

Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa “Celebrating the Harvest” Thanksgiving Buffet
Thursday, November 22, 12:30pm-4:00pm (last seating 3:30pm)
Guests at the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa will not only enjoy a variety of succulent dishes in honor of the holiday, they will also be treated to majestic views of Mission Bay to enhance the overall dining experience.
After being welcomed with iced tea or champagne, guests can sample a wide variety of culinary items that include salads, seafood, carved meats, main dishes, side dishes, and desserts. Some of the outstanding menu selections include: Spinach Quiche, Toasted Cous Cous Salad, Bay Shrimp Salad, Cold Poached Salmon with Dill Sauce, Crab Salad, Roast Turkey with all the trimmings, Mustard Crusted Roast Pork, Seafood Crepes with Champagne Cream, Grilled Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Mushrooms, Braised Beef with White Beans and Tomatoes, Slow Roast Cauliflower and Broccoli, and the popular Decadent Holiday Dessert Buffet featuring all the seasonal favorites. The children’s menu offers a wide variety of kids’ favorite selections. Cost is $42.95 adults & $20.95 for children 5-12 (children under 5 eat free).
http://www.catamaranresort.com/dining-entertainment/thanksgiving-brunch/
Both buffets will feature piano entertainment to add to the holiday ambiance.
For all Thanksgiving buffet reservations at both hotels, please call 858-539-8666

The Bahia Resort Hotel and the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa are owned and operated by Evans Hotels, San Diego. Located on Mission Bay, steps from the Pacific Ocean, both resorts feature over 300 spacious rooms and suites tastefully appointed with private balconies or patios and indoor/outdoor dining. Discover our lush tropical gardens, gentle ocean breezes and warm San Diego beaches. For more information or reservations, call (858)-488-0551, or online at www.CatamaranResort.com.

San Diego, California (July 2012) – The Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa will host its Annual Summer Sunset Luau celebration on the shores of Mission Bay. Running every Friday June 29th through August 31st, and Tuesdays, July 24th through August 21st, the Luau features authentic pacific island food and entertainment amongst lush, tropical plantings and fiery tiki torches. This not-to-be missed classic Polynesian extravaganza is, “Truly the best celebration on the mainland,” said Mike Staples, Catamaran General Manager. “Whenever you’re at a Hawaiian luau, you are ‘ohana — family. We would love you to come join our ‘ohana.”

Every summer, the Mission Bay Beach transforms into a tropical island for guests and non-guests to enjoy. Luau doors open at 6:00pm and live music starts at 6:30pm. The scrumptious dinner buffet served at 6:45pm includes a sumptuous Polynesian menu featuring roasted Kalua Pig and Pork Loin, Miso Glazed salmon with Ginger Lime Cream, Guava Chicken with Grilled Pineapple, Shredded Coconut Ginger Stir-fry Snow peas, and a number of salads and tropical deserts to choose from. Special Kids Luau Buffet is available featuring Hawaiian Pizza and Coconut Crusted Chicken and Tater Tots. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary tropical drink such as a Mai Tai or a piña colada from our Tiki Bars. As the sun sets, at 8:00pm the “Pride of Polynesia” performers take to the stage for an exciting evening of song and dance. Accompanied by traditional music, the dancers take guests through a musical tour of Polynesia – from captivating hulas to fiery torch dancing.

Named San Diego’s Best Summer Luau, by San Diego Magazine, luau prices are $58 for adults and $ 25 for children 5-12 under 5 free. Hotel guest rates are $37 for adults and $15 for Children. Tickets can be purchased at The Catamaran Resort Hotel, inside the gift shop, or at www.catamaranluau.com. For more information, contact Krista Adkins at 858-777-6711 kadkins@evanshotels.com

Located on the beach on Mission Bay in San Diego, the Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa features 312 deluxe guestrooms and suites offering spectacular views of Mission Bay and the Pacific, as well as its award-winning restaurant, bar, outdoor heated swimming pool with Jacuzzi, business center, and fitness center. The Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa is owned and operated by Evans Hotels, San Diego. For further Catering information, please contact Tracey Amernick at (858)539-8720 or tamernick@catamaranresort.com. Visit www.catamaranresort.com/weddings. For further media information, contact Ilsa Butler at ibutler@evanshotels.com.

The Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa will be showcased throughout the year for the 2012 Knot Best of Weddings award. The Knot is trusted by millions of newly engaged couples and was named “The chicest website in cyberspace!” by Vogue. The reviews from the brides-that-were to the brides-to-be give a personal insight of their positive wedding experiences at the Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa.

Secluded along the sun-drenched shores of Mission Bay, the Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa offers a romantic paradise set amidst tropical gardens filled with koi ponds and winding walkways. Known for its picture perfect outdoor and indoor ceremony settings, the utmost in friendly personalized service and exquisite cuisine, the Catamaran is the ideal choice for creating that special day. Whether you want your day on a grander scale or a smaller, more intimate one, we make every kind of wedding dream come true.

Some wedding packages may include a menu tasting, one-hour cocktail reception, tiered wedding cake, and accommodations that make lasting memories for you and the ones you love. Bring your dreams to life at the Catamaran and start your journey together in an absolutely unique and beautiful tropical paradise.
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Located on the beach on Mission Bay in San Diego, the Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa features 312 deluxe guestrooms and suites offering spectacular views of Mission Bay and the Pacific, as well as its award-winning restaurant, bar, outdoor heated swimming pool with Jacuzzi, business center, and fitness center.

The Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa is owned and operated by Evans Hotels, San Diego. For further Catering information, please contact Tracey Amernick at (858)539-8720 or tamernick@catamaranresort.com. Visit www.catamaranresort.com/weddings. For further media information, contact Steve Pelzer at spelzer@evanshotels.com.

San Diego, California (March 2012) – The Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa announces 2012 Spring Break activities for the entire family to enjoy. Beginning March 17th through April 15th, spend your vacation with The Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa on Mission Bay.

Kick off events will include St. Patrick’s Day specials, Open Air Yoga, Bird Shows, Poolside Entertainment, Sternwheeler Cruises and more. Celebrate the return of warm weather with an array of events for every age group.

St. Patrick’s Day (March 17th) – Moray’s Restaurant will be serving Guinness and Harps beer throughout the month of March, plus Corned Beef and Cabbage dishes will be added to the menu for the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The Bahia Belle will be running on St. Patrick’s Day from 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM.
Bird Show – Meet Chadwick, Bianchi, and the rest of the exotic birds we have on site running Thursday through Sunday.

Open Air Yoga (March 16th – April 14th) – Wednesdays and Saturdays rejuvenate from the inside out. Meet in front of the Fitness Center, mats are provided.

Snack Shack – The Beach Snack Shack will be available over the weekend and is your very own beach concierge. Take relaxation outdoors on the sand and enjoy umbrella & chair service and beach games. Atoll Restaurant – Breakfast Buffet will run daily and there will be Treasure Chest Kid Prizes for each child who finishes their meals. Easter Sunday (April 8th) – Champagne Easter Brunch with piano entertainment will be from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and will have and Easter Bunny and Easter Egg Hunt for children. $46.50 for adults and $22.50 for children ages 5 to 11 (children under 5 eat free).

Once Upon A Wedding (April 5th) – The interactive musical comedy is back complete with a three course dinner, drinks, dancing, and tons of live entertainment, the Bahia Resort invites you to join the fun and frolic as we cruise around Mission Bay aboard the timeless sternwheeler ship, the William D. Evans. Tickets can be purchased at the hotel gift shop. Prices are as follows: regular tickets $55.00 per person, hotel guest tickets $45.00 per person, and children tickets are (ages 12 and under) $35.00 per person. Bahia Belle Run – Thursdays through Sunday pick’s up at the Catamaran on the hour.
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Located on the beach on Mission Bay in San Diego, the Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa features 311 deluxe guestrooms and suites offering spectacular views of Mission Bay and the Pacific, as well as its award-winning restaurant, bar, outdoor heated swimming pool with Jacuzzi, business center, and fitness center.
The Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa is owned and operated by Evans Hotels, San Diego. For hotel reservations call (800)422-8386, or visit www.catamaranresort.com. For further media information contact Steve Pelzer at spelzer@evanshotels.com.

San Diego, California (February 2012) – The Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa is awarded 2012 Knot Best of Weddings. Thanks to our brides positive reviews, we were bestowed this honor. The Knot is one of the most sought after one-stop wedding planning sites known for its real-world sensibility and fresh voice.
The Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa will be showcased throughout the year for the 2012 Knot Best of Weddings award. The Knot is trusted by millions of newly engaged couples and was named “The chicest website in cyberspace!” by Vogue. The reviews from the brides-that-were to the brides-to-be give a personal insight of their positive wedding experiences at the Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa.
Secluded along the sun-drenched shores of Mission Bay, the Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa offers a romantic paradise set amidst tropical gardens filled with koi ponds and winding walkways. Known for its picture perfect outdoor and indoor ceremony settings, the utmost in friendly personalized service and exquisite cuisine, the Catamaran is the ideal choice for creating that special day. Whether you want your day on a grander scale or a smaller, more intimate one, we make every kind of wedding dream come true. Some wedding packages may include a menu tasting, one-hour cocktail reception, tiered wedding cake, and accommodations that make lasting memories for you and the ones you love. Bring your dreams to life at the Catamaran and start your journey together in an absolutely unique and beautiful tropical paradise.

Located on the beach on Mission Bay in San Diego, the Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa features 312 deluxe guestrooms and suites offering spectacular views of Mission Bay and the Pacific, as well as its award-winning restaurant, bar, outdoor heated swimming pool with Jacuzzi, business center, and fitness center.
The Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa is owned and operated by Evans Hotels, San Diego. For further Catering information, please contact Tracey Amernick at (858)539-8720 or tamernick@catamaranresort.com. Visit www.catamaranresort.com/weddings. For further media information, contact Steve Pelzer at spelzer@evanshotels.com.

SAN DIEGO, California (November 2011) – The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa celebrate Thanksgiving and welcome the Holiday season Thursday, November 24th offering an elegant brunch buffet for the entire family with hand-carved specialties, scrumptious desserts and sweeping bay views, on sparkling Mission Bay.

Celebrating the Harvest with the family as brunch is served in the beautiful second floor Banquet Rooms from 11 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Guests will enjoy the piano artistry of Jeff Davis and spectacular views overlooking Mission Bay as they sample a dazzling array of breakfast and lunch favorites, including an omelet and waffle station, bacon and sausage, and a selection of fine fruits and cheeses. Carved items include Roast Turkey with Cornbread stuffing, sage gravy, and cranberry relish and Mustard crusted roast pork. Delight on our special Entrées of Braised lamb, Tomato fennel Sea Bass, and Petaluma Chicken with sweet potatoes and Braised Beef. Seafood and pasta lovers may choose from cold poached salmon, snow crab legs and peel & eat shrimp.

A light starter could include a Marinated mushroom, fingerling potato, and toasted cous cous salad. The Fruit and Cheese Montage presents an enticing variety of fresh seasonal fruits matched with assorted cheeses, including tropical fruits and berries.

Brunch prices are $42.95 for adults and $20.95 for children ages 5 – 11 (those under 5 eat free), and include mimosas, champagne, and an invitation to come back and join us on the Bahia Belle, Mississippi sternwheeler.

For reservations contact, (858) 539-8666. For further PR information, contact
Jamie Cheng at 858-777-6712 or jcheng@evanshotels.com

San Diego, California (August 2011) – The Catamaran Spa, located on the sands of sparkling Mission Bay, will once again participate in this years Spa Week, the largest Spa Marketing Event in the Spa Industry. For the week of October 10th – 16th, The Catamaran Spa will offer signature treatments for $50 each.

Spa Week has offered consumers nationwide the ability to try different treatments at a fraction of the cost. A bi-annual event, the bay front Catamaran Spa invites San Diego locals to experience four luscious treatments at Mission Bay’s hidden gem.

The Orange Bliss Sugar Meringue Scrub rejuvenates our skin’s vibrancy and moisture with this uplifting scrub. Multiple showerheads will cascade water upon you while orange oil refreshes your skin and aloe vera promotes moisture retention. Hydrate with an orange body lotion application. Regularly $115

The Coconut Pineapple Body Balm Wrap helps your body balance itself by relieving muscle tension and promoting natural detoxification and hydration. A gentle dry brush exfoliation will prepare your skin for a full-body application of our softening body balm containing both shea and cocoa butter. Stress will melt away as you rinse in our Swiss Shower and finish with a nourishing coconut pineapple body butter application. Regularly $115

The Brightening Facial is highly effective beginning with a cleansing followed by a gentle Lactic Acid exfoliation. Exfoliation allows for the penetration of an intensive treatment infused with botanically derived lightening agents including Bearberry Root, Mulberry Root and Licorice extracts. Vitamin C in the forms of neroli and lemon oils restore luster and radiance to the skin. 50 minutes Regularly $115

The Citrus Pedicure is a sweet citrus treat that starts with a foot soak in our relaxing footbath. Reenergize your feet and calves with a whipped sugar meringue scrub infused with essential oils and aloe vera. Enjoy a calf and foot massage with a highly emollient massage cream laced with the fresh scent of tangy citrus and botanical extracts of chamomile, lavender, orange oil and lemon balm. Finish with the perfect polish. 50-minutes Regularly $115

Inspired by South Pacific and Asian healing traditions, The Catamaran Spa offers a waterfront environment for a rejuvenating spa getaway. Nestled in the Polynesian themed Catamaran Resort Hotel, the 9,300-sq. ft. spa offers ten individual treatment rooms including a Ritual room, a Vichy shower room, and a couple’s room. The Spa is open to guests of The Catamaran Resort Hotel and to day spa guests.

For further information, visit www.catamaranspa.com; for reservations call 858-539-8820. For media inquiries contact Jamie Cheng, jcheng@evanshotels.com