Call 239-573-3123 for ticket information or visit CapeConcerts.com.

See you Saturday the 24^th at The Resort at MarinaVillage, 5951 Silver King Boulevard in Cape Coral.

The Reel Thing – Popular tournament proves lady anglers aren’t fish out of water

Girls’ Getaway Weekends run the gamut; agendas could be spa pampering, or maybe food and wine — but, in the case of Chix-N-Stix the goal is to reel in lots of fish in the waters of Southwest Florida.

This popular ladies-only fishing tournament is a down and dirty laugh-until-your-sides-hurt weekend that’s more about bonding and female camaraderie than it is about competition — The Resort at MarinaVillage adds all the style, comfort, and service these lady anglers need.

Chix-n-Stix happens twice a year, a weekend in December and a weekend in the spring. The next tournament is scheduled for March 23 and 24.

Event planner Kristi Riley, one of its most enthusiastic organizers, raves about the Resort at MarinaVillage, “The folks at the resort have been so generous to us,” she says. “We usually have 200–250 participants and around half make a girls getaway out of it and stay for the weekend. MarinaVillage offers us a discounted rate, plus the girls typically share rooms, which makes it even more fun.”

And fun is the name of the game when it comes to Chix-N-Stix, starting with a Friday night opening party (“Captains Meeting”) nearby at The Joint at Cape Harbour. On Saturday, the ladies gather their teams, board their boats (some cast their reels off docks or piers) and troll for Lady Fish (of course) to fill up their buckets. Saturday night features an awards dinner where some honors are less serious than others; in fact, the award for Most Unique Team Name allows for lots of creativity (“Finger Hookin’ Good”, “Girls Gone Fishing”, “A-lure-ing Ladies”, just to name a few). Proceeds from sales of the catch benefit Oasis Charter Fishing School.

Jessica Boles, a lady angler who has fished in three Chix-N-Stix tournaments so far, says Sunday is the day when the girls can relax and really enjoy the resort. “Some go the spa, others spend time in the gym — plus, there are shops and cafes. It’s a perfect weekend.”

The Resort at MarinaVillage hosts the festive fisherwomen in studio residences that afford gorgeous views of the Caloosahatchee River, San Carlos Bay, and the Gulf of Mexico.

Andrea Locke, national sales manager for the resort, says the Chix-N-Stix weekends are always spirited.

“There’s such a great vibe of friendship,’’ she says. “Whether the ladies are telling stories around our riverfront fire pit, strolling the galleries and boutiques at MarinaVillage, or getting a facial or massage at Esterra, our full service salon and spa, they’re always together in groups, laughing and relaxing.”

The Resort at MarinaVillage is a hidden gem, where you’ll even find a water and nature preserve, bicycle and kayak rentals, tennis courts, and a water taxi to Fort Myers Beach. “I can’t say enough about the service. Everyone at the resort is just great – they know our names and we know theirs. I imagine so many lady anglers all converging for a Girls’ Getaway Weekend could be quite a handful, but the staff treats us like princesses,” Jessica said.

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Cape Coral, FL – SunStream Hotels and Resorts are pleased to announce the purchase of The Resort at MarinaVillage and the surrounding Tarpon Point development in Cape Coral, Florida to Freeman & Hasselwander Resort Properties LLC.  Freeman & Hasselwander has extensive ownership experience in a variety of luxury hotels across the country and brings a wealth of experience as the new owners.

Their long-term interests paired with their passion for excellence promises to take The Resort at MarinaVillage to the highest level of service and luxury. SunStream Hotels and Resorts will continue to work very closely with Freeman & Hasselwander as the management company for the property through this transition and anticipates a great future for both the Resort at MarinaVillage and the surrounding Tarpon Point community.  Real Estate offerings will continue to be offered in the Tarpon Point Community.

For further information, please contact Kyle Johnson, General Manager at The Resort at MarinaVillage at 239-541-5000.

Kyle Johnson, General Manager

The Resort at MarinaVillage is proud to welcome Kyle Johnson as their General Manager. But Kyle is no stranger to the SunStream family as he has served as the General Manager of Park Shore Resort in Naples since 2009.

Originally from New Jersey working as a corporate courier, he left the Garden State to settle in to the Sunshine State in 1994. Once he landed in sunny Florida, he stepped into an industry that would provide him instant gratification when he saw the smile on guests’ faces as they vacationed in the place he now called home sweet home! Holding several managerial and director positions at some of the most respected properties in the industry, including The Ritz Carlton Resorts of Naples, we know that Kyle will be an amazing asset to The Resort at MarinaVillage.

Kyle resides in Cape Coral with his wife and 4 children. As if work and family doesn’t keep him busy enough, he enjoys squeezing in a little golf, fishing and boating whenever he can as well as enjoys writing from time to time. His more recent “hobby” is coaching his youngest daughter’s softball team!

Next time you’re at the Resort and happen to see Kyle walking around the property, feel free to say hello and introduce yourself – he really enjoys interacting with the guests and ensuring they are having an amazing vacation/dining experience!

The Resort at MarinaVillage offers a unique backdrop for your special day. With over 25,000 square feet of flexible event space & amazing views of The Gulf of Mexico, The Caloosahatchee River & Tarpon Point Marina from our studio, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites. This 263 room resort offers 3 waterfront dining options, a full-service spa & salon, luxurious accommodations & amenities and a catering & sales staff that will personalize every detail & make planning your special event effortless.

Check out Michelle from the SunStream Beach Team on her wedding day!

This week, Chef Drew is teaching us how to hold a chef’s knife correctly.

If you have a question for Chef Drew, please visit the website to submit a question: http://marker92.com/wordpress/ask-the-chef/

Enjoy!