December 20, 2007
MEMBERSHIP NEWS
Gail Walkowiak, Director of Market Services, Visit Duluth
Visit Duluth welcomes the following new members:
Jamie Wilson
Baja Billy’s Cantina and Grill
Historic Fitger’s Brewery Complex, Downtown Duluth
600 East Superior Street
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 740-2300
www.bajabillys.com
Take a one night tropical vacation with all your friends! Baja Billy’s makes it fresh and serves it fresh in this fun, laid back hot spot featuring breathtaking views from all their huge deck overlooking Lake Superior. Known for world-class margaritas, Baja Billy’s serves authentic tropical cuisine from Jamaica, the Bahamas, Cuba, the Caribbean, Mexico and Hawaii. Large groups welcome! Cantina: Mon-Sat 11:30 am-1 am; Sun 11:30 am-12 am. Grill: 11:30 am-9 pm daily.
Clint Agar
Duluth Running Co.
1217 East Superior Street
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 728-1148
(218) 728-1153 fax
www.duluthrunning.com
Duluth Running Co. is a retail store that serves runners, walkers, and triathletes of all abilities.
Gina Bardon
Duluth Cabin
3622 Minnesota Avenue
Duluth, MN 55802
(612) 998-3917
www.duluthcabin.com
3 bedroom, 2 bath Beach House on Lake Superior's Park Point. Direct access to the beach and a 40' slot with a dock across the street in Superior Bay. The secluded backyard retreat features a gazebo, serene fountain retreat and the path to the beach for swimming and beach walks. The front deck with an awning is perfect for outdoor dining and watching sunsets on the bay. Five minutes from the historic Aerial Lift Bridge and Duluth's Canal Park and downtown area. Wireless Internet on site. A perfect getaway for family and couples!
David Riddle
Duluth Spirit Mountain Red Roof Inn
9315 Westgate Boulevard
Duluth, MN 55810
(218) 628-3691/ (800) 777-8530
(218) 628-2076
info@duluthredroofinn.com
www.duluthredroofinn.com
Award winning hotel, AAA Diamond approved. Red Roof Inn Honor Roll Property. 6 minutes to Canal Park, 1 mile to Spirit Mountain. Large indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, kids arcade, 25 item deluxe breakfast with waffles, remote cable TV & HBO, free high-speed wireless Internet and onsite laundry. Hairdryers & coffee makers in each room. Balcony, poolside, pool view and Jacuzzi suites with refrigerators and microwaves. Adjacent to McDonald’s, Country Kitchen, Little Store, ATM and liquor store. 4 acres of manicured lawn and landscaping. Deer, birds and wildlife viewing.
Jamie Wilson
Tejas Texas Grill & Saloon
4702 Miller Trunk Highway
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 740-3990
www.myTejas.com
Texas big meets Minnesota nice in this locally owned roadhouse. Restaurateurs, Jamie Wilson and Brian Roy, have created an authentic joint to enjoy panhandle comfort food like pulled pork, barbeque ribs, smoked chicken, gulf port seafood, smothered steaks, and, of course, the area’s best slow smoked brisket. Try a Shiner Bock or Lone Star brew for a totally Texas experience. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Grill: Monday-Thursday 7 am-9 pm, Friday & Saturday 7 am-10 pm, Sunday 8 am-9 pm. Saloon: 11 am-2 am 7 days a week. Serving appetizers in Saloon until 11 pm everyday.
Terry Olson
Gander Mountain
4275 Haines Road
Hermantown, MN 55811
(218) 786-9800
(218) 786-9811 fax
www.gandermountain.com
Hunting, fishing, hiking and camping. Full service ATV shop.
Lori Schafer
Surfside on Lake Superior
7442 W. Hwy 61 (Surfside Drive)
Tofte, MN 55615
(877) 361-SURF (7873)
info@surfsideonsuperior.com
www.surfsideonsuperior.com
A NEW luxurious waterfront retreat embraced by lush, green forests and sloping ledge rock. Each town home has three levels of style and space, including granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, natural Red Birch cabinetry, two fireplaces, two master suites, Jacuzzi, vast expanses of glass, and a multitude of private decks. Ownership opportunities from $150,000! Rentals starting winter 2007-08.
Steve Knauss
Thirsty Pagan Brewing
1623 Broadway
Superior, WI 54880
(715) 394-2500
steve@thirstypaganbrewing.com
www.thirstypaganbrewing.com
Thirsty Pagan Brewing is located on the corner of Broadway and Ogden in Superior, WI. Our full food menu, specializing in pizza, is available 7 days a week. We open daily at 4:00 pm. The kitchen stays open until 9:00 pm. Our full selection of handcrafted ale's provides everyone a chance to find something they like. If you want something else to drink-that's great, we have a fully stocked bar.
Lori Schafer
Temperance Landing
Hwy 61 & Temperance Landing Road
Schroeder, MN 55613
(877) SCENIC61 (723-6426)
info@temperancelanding.com
www.temperancelanding.com
Twelve NEW Ponderosa Pine log homes nestled amidst towering pines on Lake Superior’s edge & set against the backdrop of the Sawtooth Mountains. Upscale three-level homes with three-bedrooms/bathrooms, sleeping 6-8 comfortably. Magnificent views, vaulted ceilings, fireplaces, whirlpool tub, grand porch overlooking the lake, plus a classic Finnish sauna and access to nearby pool and whirlpool.
GRANDMA’S MARATHON LODGING
It is once again time for the lodging availability for the 2008 Grandma’s Marathon. On Monday, January 7, we will begin calling all lodging members for their availability for June 20 and 21, 2008. Calls will continue for Grandma’s Marathon right up to the event. We appreciate your cooperation and assistance in providing the most up to date lodging information for the racers and their families.
SPOTLIGHT ON A MEMBER
Lori Steinbach and Lisa Sundberg, Visit Duluth
Visit Duluth’s Spotlight on a Member for December is Security Jewelers. Thank you to Jay Seiler, co-owner, for his response.
“Security Jewelers was started by my grandfather and uncle in 1924, we think. Back then they did not keep great records. Our original location was where the Radisson hotel is,” according to Jay.
In 1946 they moved to the current location of 307 West Superior St. “It is great being in the heart of downtown Duluth, especially with the advent of people seeking more urban living space. Today hundreds of people actually make downtown home and 5 years from now it will probably be in the thousands,” says Seiler.
Jay states, “we are locally owned and carry one of the Midwest’s largest selections of fine jewelry, watches and gifts. We carry many brands such as Rolex, Gucci, Mt. Blanc and Mikimoto which are generally only found in much larger markets. We want people to know that even if they are not dealing with an owner they are dealing with someone empowered to make decisions and with someone who will make sure they get the best value and service. And that no matter how much you wish to spend, we can help you and make sure you are comfortable.”
“Everyday we get to provide people with things that will become heirlooms and will be passed down to future generations. Although it may fade from our memory, the purchaser and their descendents get a lifetime of memories. You would think that our most memorable events are the major sales. The 10 and 20ct diamond sales, the $100,000+ sales, the companies who purchase 100 or more Rolex watches, the $80,000 Rolex sale. But really what sticks out the most, are the times when we may help someone select something they thought would be beyond their means.
In regards to when we joined best to check your records. Probably before Terry Mattson was born. We joined Visit Duluth because we know that tourists are vital for our business. Also, they are vital for our whole region's economy. We realize that not every visitor to Duluth will come in to our store but they will still spend money in Duluth which eventually will come to us. Some of our best customers are people who stumbled in here on vacation and have become life long customers. We see them every year and they call and email us.
My favorite local event is the NorthShore Inline Marathon. I happen to be an original board member for the NSIM and have skated in it every year. We get hundreds of tourists in our store and I try to steer them towards the aquarium, Skyline Drive and the Lakewalk. They are always impressed by what Duluth has to offer.
Duluth is a great place to visit. I know that a family can come to Duluth and spend the weekend for about half of what a similar weekend in the Twin Cities would cost.”
Thank you, Security Jewelers for being our spotlight on a member.
Security Jewelers
307 West Superior Street
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 722-6633/ (800) 251-2222
(218) 722-9151 Fax
www.securityjewelers.com
CONVENTION SALES
Anna Tanski, Director of Sales, Visit Duluth
JULIE JOHNSON HONORED BY SOCIETY OF GOVERNMENT MEETING PROFESSIONALS
During their December Holiday Event the Minnesota Chapter of SGMP bestowed their highest honor, The President’s Choice Award, upon Julie Johnson of Visit Duluth. The current chapter president and immediate past president choose the recipient based on their commitment and service to the chapter.
Julie has been a dedicated board member, treasurer and committee member of SGMP for the past six years. In addition to receiving the President’s Choice Award, Julie was also nominated by fellow chapter members for Supplier of the Year.
If you would like additional members of your staff to receive the Membership News Brief, please contact Gail Walkowiak at gailw@visitduluth.com or call (218) 625-8104.
Visit Duluth, the city's convention and visitor's bureau, is Duluth’s only officially recognized destination marketing organization. Chartered in 1935, as a non-profit corporation, we represent more than 450 businesses that make up Duluth’s tourism industry. We are dedicated to promoting the area as one of America’s great vacation and meeting destinations while providing comprehensive, unbiased information to all travelers.
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