Eagle Ridge Resort & Stonedrift Spa

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A Decade of Growth & Visibility with Vagus PR. For over 10 years, Vagus PR has been the strategic communications partner for Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa in Galena, Illinois — a 6,800-acre destination known for championship golf, the award-winning Stonedrift Spa, scenic weddings, and premier meeting facilities. 

PR & Media Relations – Vagus PR develops and pitches seasonal stories, wellness features, signature events, golf travel content, and destination experiences to top-tier media, consistently securing coverage across local, regional, national, and trade outlets.

  • National: USA Today, Women’s Health, Everett Potter’s Travel Report, Golf Digest, Links Magazine, Conde Nast Traveler

  • Regional & Consumer: Chicago Tribune, Chicago Magazine, Midwest Living, Northwest Quarterly

  • Broadcast & Digital: NBC 5 Chicago, CBS, ABC 7, WGN-TV, Quad Cities Live

  • Specialty & Trade: PGA, GolfTime Magazine, ProGolf Weekly, Illinois Golf, WiscoGolfAddict, UnderPar Golf Media, Illinois Meetings & Events

Celebrity & High-Profile Tie-Ins – Leveraging recognizable personalities to expand reach and credibility, including the NFL’s Robbie Gould Golf Clinic, which introduced the resort to new audiences, and a collaboration with TODAY Show fitness expert Stephanie Mansour, which elevated Stonedrift Spa as a premier wellness destination.

Content & Creative – Producing blog content, photo and video assets, and social media advertising campaigns that showcase the resort year-round.

Influencer & Experiential Marketing – Building credibility and extending reach through partnerships with creators like Momma Cuisine, Helen Berkun, Family Travel with Colleen Kelly), and regional travel and lifestyle voices such as Midwest Munchers — all of whom share authentic, story-driven content that connects with key audiences and inspires travel to Eagle Ridge.

Awards & Recognition – Leading submissions and campaigns for prestigious industry honors, including the Stella Awards, where Eagle Ridge is consistently recognized among the best resorts in the Midwest. 

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