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SPRING/SUMMER 2008

Throughout 2008, communities and historic sites will celebrate Minnesota’s Sesquicentennial. Minnesota became the 32nd state in the Union on May 11, 1858.

In honor of the Sesquicentennial, the Minnesota History Museum at the edge of downtown St. Paul is featuring the “Minnesota 150” exhibit, a smorgasbord of Minnesota icons, some famous, some relatively unknown. Read more…

MINNESOTA Alexandria
Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center

Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center

Alexandria, Minnesota

Come experience "Atikwa" our 18-hole championship golf course, our executive putting course, indoor/outdoor tennis, eveing bonfires, Rafter's Lounge, the Darling Reflections Spa and "The Big Splash" Indoor Waterpark. There's horseback trail riding, a sandy beach for swimming and a full-service marina.

www.arrowwoodresort.com
The Big Splash Indoor Waterpark

The Big Splash Indoor Waterpark

Alexandria, Minnesota

(888) 386-9644

www.arrowwoodresort.com
MINNESOTA Biwabik
Giants Ridge® Golf and Ski Resort

Giants Ridge® Golf and Ski Resort

Biwabik, Minnesota

The only golf resort in Minnesota with two courses in Golf Digest’s Top 100 Public. The Quarry is ranked the #1 public golf course and The Legend #4. Beautiful lakes, fishing, bike trails, hiking, spa, dining and lodging.

www.giantsridge.com
MINNESOTA Bloomington
Homewood Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Mall of America

Homewood Suites by Hilton

Bloomington, Minnesota

Across the street from the Mall of America, and a Light Rail Transit Station. Daily Suite Start® hot breakfast buffet included. All Suite property. 24 hour shuttle to/from the MSP airport included. Minnesota Nice Customer Service guaranteed to have you recommending us to your friends and family!

www.minneapolis.homewoodsuites.com
MINNESOTA Brainerd Lakes
Cragun's Resort

Cragun's Resort

Brainerd, Minnesota

Cragun’s Resort on famous Gull Lake has been making friends and memories since 1940. Get More for your vacation at Cragun’s. More fun with the greatest variety of world class recreations, including 54 holes of golf. More affordable four-season packages. More value than any resort in Minnnesota!

www.craguns.com
Grandview Lodge

Grandview Lodge

Nisswa, Minnesota

Until you’ve played golf at Grand View Lodge, you haven’t experienced all the game can be. 3 award-winning courses, and a beautiful social nine provide a legendary golfing experience. World-class golf at The Pines, The Preserve & Deacon’s Lodge provide guests with the best golfing experience in the Midwest!

www.grandviewlodge.com
Madden's on Gull Lake

Madden's on Gull Lake

Brainerd, Minnesota

Minnesota’s Classic Resort, featuring luxury accommodations, 63 holes of award winning golf; including The Classic at Madden’s, Minnesota’s only 5-star rated golf course, 5 pools, 3 sand beaches, 5 restaurants; Tennis & Croquet Club. Perfect for family reunions, golf vacations, and corporate retreats.

www.maddens.com
MINNESOTA Duluth
Bayfront Blues Festival

Bayfront Blues Festival

Duluth, Minnesota

August 7 - August 10

(715) 394-6831

www.bayfrontblues.com
The Edgewater Resort & Waterpark - Duluth, Minnesota

The Edgewater Resort & Waterpark

Duluth, Minnesota

It’s Wet. It’s Wild. Its’ buckets of water soaked fun. Welcome to Polynesian Paradise where any time is Tiki Time. Kick back for awhile, let the kids be kids, and allow the waves to wash away your worries. Book your family Fun-tastic getaway now.

www.duluthwaterpark.com
The Inn on Lake Superior - Duluth, Minnesota

The Inn on Lake Superior

Duluth, Minnesota

The Inn on Lake Superior is Duluth’s finest accommodations. Located in the heart of Canal Park, The Inn on Lake Superior has 175 guest rooms and suites most with private balconies that overlook Lake Superior or the famous Aerial Lift Bridge.

www.innonlakesuperior.com
Lake Superior and Mississippi Railroad - Duluth, Minnesota

Lake Superior and Mississippi Railroad

Duluth, Minnesota

Don’t miss this gem of an excursion train just because we only run on weekends! We will take you on a 90-minute train ride filled with history, wildlife, and incredible scenery. The trip follows the St. Louis River Estuary, so close you can almost touch the water.

www.lsmrr.org
Lake Superior Zoo - Duluth, Minnesota

Lake Superior Zoo

Duluth, Minnesota

African lions, Siberian tigers, polar bear, snow leopards, Alaskan grizzly & Kodiak bears await you! Daily feedings are designed to excite both zoo animals and zoo visitors. Find great shopping at the Tiger’s Paw Gift Shop and snacks to entrées at the Safari Café. Open 7 Days a Week: 10 am – 5 pm

www.lszoo.org
Radisson Hotel Duluth Harborview - Minnesota

Radisson Hotel Duluth Harborview

Duluth, Minnesota

The Radisson Hotel Duluth Harborview in a full service hotel which features 268 guest rooms, most with Sleep Number ® beds. The hotel features the Top of the Harbor revolving restaurant, a local favorite with the best views of the Duluth harbor and known for seafood and steaks.

www.radisson.com/duluthmn
Tweed Museum of Art: University of MN - Duluth

Tweed Museum of Art: University of MN - Duluth

Duluth, Minnesota

With a permanent collection of over 6,000 art objects representing a range of cultures and periods of art history, the Tweed Museum of Art functions as a cultural catalyst and major educational resource for the Upper Midwest.

www.d.umn.edu/tma
Union Depot -Duluth, Minnesota

Union Depot

Duluth, Minnesota

Indoor Train Museum • Children's Museum • Art Galleries

www.duluthdepot.org
Visit Duluth, Minnesota

Visit Duluth

Duluth, Minnesota

Duluth is what you make it – everything you want, and exactly what you need. Restful. Rejuvenating. Dynamic. Exhilarating. And central to it all is the unsurpassed beauty of Lake Superior. Come and explore.

www.visitduluth.com
Vista Fleet - Duluth, Minnesota

Vista Fleet

Duluth, Minnesota

Experience Lake Superior aboard the Vista Fleet! Enjoy Lunch, Dinner, Moonlight, Pizza & Sightseeing Cruises aboard the Vista Fleet. Cruise up next to ships from around the world, sail beneath the famous Aerial Lift Bridge, see lighthouses and more! Groups & private charters are welcome.

www.vistafleet.com
MINNESOTA Grand Rapids
Rutger's Sugar Lake Lodge

Rutger's Sugar Lake Lodge

Grand Rapids, Minnesota

In the heart of Minnesota’s lake country, you’ll find us tucked quietly between 18 holes and a 1400 acre lake. Guests receive that special attention which makes us worth a little extra drive time! W'ere 'Just North of Usuall.

www.sugarlakelodge.com
MINNESOTA Lutsen
Lutsen Mountains

Lutsen Mountains

Lutsen, Minnesota

A classic romantic Lake Superior resort provides “northwoods tradition with contemporary refinement.” Historic Scandinavian Lodge with restaurant, pub, pool, whirlpool. Luxury condos. Complimentary guest programs include guided hikes & sea-kayak tours, kid’s camp, nature programs. Read more…

www.lutsen.com
Lutsen Resort

Lutsen Resort

Lutsen, Minnesota

This romantic Lake Superior resort offers uxury condos, townhomes, and log cabins. Historic Scandinavian Lodge with restaurant, pub, pool, whirlpool. Complimentary guest programs include guided hikes and sea-kayak tours, kid’s camp, nature programs. Golf, hike, bike, beach campfires.

www.lutsenresort.com
Superior National Golf Club

Superior National Golf Club

Lutsen, Minnesota

The reality of playing this 27 hole championship course is an experience you will come back to again and again. The scenery, the challenge, the wildlife and the spectacular Lake Superior views. Any golfer’s dream come true!
2007 Golf Digest rated 4 1/2 Stars as "Best Places to Play!"

www.superiornational.com
MINNESOTA Minneapolis / St. Paul
Prestwick Golf Club

Prestwick Golf Club

Woodbury, Minnesota

Prestwick Golf Club is among the finest daily-fee courses in Minnesota. It won the 2005 MWGCOA “Course of the Year” Award and is rated 4 stars by Golf Digest. The clubhouse & golf course have recently been renovated and an Axel’s Restaurant added. Ride on brand new golf carts w/ GPS monitors.

www.prestwick.com
Saint Paul Hotel

Saint Paul Hotel

St Paul, Minnesota

Minnesota’s Landmark Hotel, The Saint Paul Hotel, is perfectly located on Rice Park in downtown St. Paul. A founding member of Historic Hotels of America, and a recipient of the AAA Four Diamond award for 24 consecutive years! Come stay in this famous and historic hotel known for it’s old-world charm.

www.saintpaulhotel.com
Sommerfest

Sommerfest

Minneapolis, Minnesota

July 11 - August 3

(800) 292-4141

www.minnesotaorchestra.org
Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

Lake Elmo, Minnesota

St. Paul’s distinctive boutique hotel featuring 99 guestrooms and suites. Accommodations include high-speed internet, AVEDA products and a cooked to order breakfast in our Award Winning Machine Shed Restaurant. At the intersection of I-94 & Radio, the Wildwood offers convenient access.

www.thewildwoodlodge.com
MINNESOTA New Ulm
Morgan Creek Vineyards

Morgan Creek Vineyards

New Ulm, Minnesota

(507) 947-3547

www.morgancreekvineyards.com
MINNESOTA Richfield
AmericInn of Bloomington East - Richfield, Minnesota

AmericInn of Bloomington East

Richfield, Minnesota

56 rooms including suites, indoor heated pool/whirlpool, enhanced complimentary continental breakfast, Free Airport and Mall of America shuttle, Free hi-speed wireless internet, cable & pay-per-view movies, free local calls. 1 mile from Mall of America.

www.americinn.com
MINNESOTA Woodbury
Country Inn & Suites - Woodbury, Minnesota

Country Inn & Suites

Woodbury, Minnesota

Our rooms are 25% larger than standard hotel rooms. Signature amenities including a 9ft deep indoor pool with a whirlpool and fireplace, fitness center, 24-hour business center, free parking, free transportation within a 5 mile radius, Complimentary hot breakfast buffet.

www.countryinns.com/woodburyinn