Join Hilton HHonors

Since we are now officially affiliated with the Embassy Suites St. Paul Downtown, we can happily share with you some of the great programs and promotions they run as well. One great part about being affiliated with a Hilton property, is the Hilton HHonors program.

Are you a Hilton HHonors member? If not, you should be! With flexible ways to earn points for hotel stays and miles for airfare, you can even gift your points to friends and family members or even to your favorite charity.

Not only can you earn points/miles by staying right here at the Embassy Suites St. Paul Downtown, but you earn points/miles by staying at any property that is part of the Hilton Family of Brands. Like Hampton Inns? Homewood Suites? Doubletrees? How about a Waldorf Astoria? Great, because they're all part of the Hilton Family, so no matter where you go throughout the world, you should be near a familiar property to earn those points/miles even faster.

Not only do you earn points and miles, but there are many different benefits and services available to our HHonors members, especially as you move through the levels of HHonors Membership (a way to reward our loyal members). From world-class assistance with planning meetings and those special events, to an online booking portal for members to book future stays and redeem points within one convenient site. The different membership levels are decided on by stays, nights, or Base Points within a calendar year. Look for point bonuses, complimentary privileges (health club, internet access), expedited check-ins, upgrades, and
more depending on your level.

Joining has never been easier too. Simply access the Hilton HHonors site and click on the Join Button. Once you fill out and submit the online form, you can begin using your new HHonors number as soon as it's received.

Why wait! Join HHonors today and start staying your way to additional nights and flights!

Change Is In the Air

Just like the fall weather we've been having, change is in the air here at Cork's too.

As such, we have some exciting news to share. Cork's is now under new management. Being located within the Embassy Suites St. Paul, the hotel itself decided to take over management of our restaurant operations in lieu of leasing out the space to a third-party management company. In doing so, you probably noticed that we put some of the weekly activities on hold over the summer to ease the transition. Additionally, as our growing pains have eased, we were able to bring most of the activities back.

Trivia Mafia BINGO has returned on Tuesdays at 8pm and Trivia Mafia Trivia has returned on Wednesdays at 8pm. At this point, we're unsure about whether or not the music will be returning, but we're still offering the half price bottles of wine on Thursdays as well as all of your other favorite Daily Specials and weekday Happy Hour.

You may be wondering how this change will affect you, our loyal pub patrons. Well, let us be the first to tell you, it'll be a change for the better! For one, we are still open and ready to serve you the same, great, delicious fare you've come to appreciate. We have also been able to retain most of the employees that you've gotten to know and who are still excited to serve you.

Additionally, we are thrilled about Cork's inclusion in promotions that the hotel runs. Previously, we had been unable to participate in some of the bigger events and promotions put on by the hotel as a separate entity. We will also be able to do more with cross promotion between Cork's and the hotel, so you can stay updated on all of the goings on in our building and surrounding community.

As we move forward, embracing this season of change, look for new and exciting updates to the menu and additional specials and features as we refresh and recharge our offerings.

We hope you're as excited as we are as we embark on this new journey! We look forward to seeing you soon and appreciate your past and continued patronage.

S'lainte!

BATMAN LIVE - Coming to St. Paul this Week!

As if the Batmobile driving around downtown St. Paul wasn't enough to get us good and excited about the masked crusader's arrival in our capitol city, we're mere days away from the extravaganza that is Batman Live.

For the first time in DC Comics history, Batman takes to the stage in an action-packed, live show. Swooping into St. Paul this Thursday, September 13, Batman Live, promises to be an experience attendees won't soon forget. From the custom-designed Batmobile to pyrotechnics, acrobatic feats, and illusions, Batman Live is one arena show that you won't want to miss!

With a touring party of 115 people and 20 semis, Batman Live kicked off its North American tour last week in California. With St. Paul being the second stop, we're so excited to welcome them to the Xcel Energy Center for seven performances over the three days they're here.

For a preview of all the action, CLICK HERE.

If you're already sold and just want to buy your tickets, CLICK HERE. Don't forget, Cork's would love to have you for a pre or post-show meal, or you could even make a night of it and grab a room here at the Embassy Suites St. Paul Downtown.

The show wraps on Sunday for its St. Paul leg, so make sure you catch the caped crusader before he slips town!

It's Pays to Be a Follower

That's probably one of the only times you'll hear that it pays to be a follower, but it's true! Here at Cork's and the Embassy Suites St. Paul Downtown, we appreciate our social fans and followers so much that we like to offer them special deals and perks just for giving us that 'Like'. 

CORK'S

Facebook Fan Fridays -- Just for liking Cork's Irish Pub on Facebook, we offer you half off your lunch from 11am to 4pm EVERY Friday. No matter what you order, you've only got to cover half of it if you're a fan. 

EMBASSY SUITES DOWNTOWN ST. PAUL

Social Media Special Rate -- If you like the Embassy Suites St. Paul Downtown on Facebook or follow us on Twitter, you can get 10% off standard rates if you book through our special social media booking link. 

Even if you're not in the market for a half-priced lunch on Fridays or a great hotel stay experience (did we mention our nightly manager's reception and complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast?), it still pays to stay social with us.

From contests and giveaways to the latest news on events, both within our walls and in the community at large, liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter is your best chance at staying in the know.

When Trivia Mafia Trivia returned to  Cork's, our social media followers found out first. When we launched our State Fair Photo Contest, our social media followers found out first. When we unveil the next biggest thing since sliced bread, yep, you guessed it, our social media followers will be the first to find out.

If you haven't yet liked us on Facebook or followed us on Twitter, what are you waiting for? Plus, while you're there, let us know what you'd like to see on our pages or in the restaurant and hotel. We love to start conversations and get the ball rolling with our biggest fans!

Embassy Suites St. Paul's Facebook Photo Contest Submissions

If you haven't made it out to the  Great Minnesota Get-Together yet, what are you waiting for? The State Fair ends tomorrow, Labor Day.

All Fair long, we've been courting submissions for the Embassy Suites St. Paul Facebook Photo Contest. We asked people to take a picture of their favorite thing at the Fair and then upload the picture to the Embassy Suites St. Paul Facebook page's wall. 

Once the photo was uploaded, entrants were encouraged to share the pic, asking their friends to 'Like' the Embassy Suites St. Paul on Facebook and their photo. The photo with the most 'Likes' at the end of the Fair wins a FREE night's stay. 

Here are our submissions with just one day to go. Aren't they great?! To vote for any of the entries, please click on the photo to go to the picture on the Embassy Suites St. Paul Facebook page. Then, you can click 'Like' on your faves.

Tina P's daughters, Izzy & Ryleigh, at the Mr. Bubble Foam Pit

Melissa H's pic of the Midway at Dusk

Kaitlyn & Brianna (Michele W's daughters) Winning at the Fair

Sandra K. & Friends Enjoying the Fair

Don't forget to throw a 'Like' to the Embassy Suites St. Paul on Facebook while you're there. 

Have a safe and happy rest of your weekend and happy Labor Day, friends!