May 13, 2008
MEMBERSHIP NEWS
Gail Walkowiak, Director of Market Services, Visit Duluth
VISIT DULUTH ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP GALA
Riki Lake Superior Show
The Visit Duluth Membership Gala is
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
DECC– Harbor Side Ballroom
5:30 p.m. - Reception & Silent Auction
7:00 p.m. - Show
We look forward to seeing you there!
“I’M A TOURIST, TOO” DAY
This hospitality training session gives attendees valuable tips for providing good customer service along with presentations from area attractions and Visit Duluth.
There are two sessions scheduled for this event. The first one will be held at Glensheen Historic Estate on Thursday, May 29 and the second session will be held at The Depot on Thursday, June 5.
Schedule:
5:00 p.m. – Pizza and pop
5:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m. – Presentations from Attractions
6:15 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. – Presentations from Visit Duluth
6:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. – Break
6:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. – Presentation from the Zenith Research Group on Customer Service, Tourism Stats and Tourist Profile of Expectations.
Please select the session you and/or your employees would like to attend and R.S.V.P. to The Depot at (218) 727-8025.
To participate, guest must be paid to attend. Attendance will be taken and will be available to the employers if needed.
"I'm a Tourist, Too" is sponsored by the Duluth Attractions Council and Visit Duluth.
SUMMER BROCHURE EXCHANGE
Get your brochure out there! Visit Duluth is hosting monthly brochure exchanges. Bring your brochures and pick up other members’ brochures, as well as the Visitor Guide.
Thursday, June 18 - 1 pm-4 pm
Thursday, July 24 - 1 pm-4 pm
Thursday, August 24 - 1 pm-4 pm
WATERFRONT INFORMATION CENTER
The Waterfront Information Center, located in the Vista Fleet office, is now open seven days a week from 12:00 pm-4:00 pm. Beginning May 30 the hours will increase to 11:00 am-7:00 pm throughout the summer season.
SPOTLIGHT ON A MEMBER
Lori Steinbach and Lisa Sundberg, Visit Duluth
Visit Duluth’s Spotlight on a Member for May is Indian Point Campground. Visit Duluth extends our appreciation to Will Munger, Jr., for his response.
“Indian Point Campground offers 70 spacious campsites on the scenic St. Louis River. Its location is at the head of the Munger Trail, close to the base of Spirit Mountain, just minutes from Downtown Duluth.,” says Will.
“Canoeing, kayaking, boating & fishing or hiking, biking, rollerblading, or birding is all available at or near the campground. This site is one of Duluth’s original tourism attractions now managed by the Willard Munger Inn.
The best part of having campers and outdoor enthusiasts, are the “good feelings,” and “positive feedback” on how “special” Duluth is! People like coming here! We are open for business starting May 1 thru October 15.”
Munger states, “Indian Point Campground has been a member of Visit Duluth for many years. It is the single best way to promote tourism and combine efforts. It just made economic sense. They have an outstanding record of accomplishment we like to support.”
Two things which have improved the enjoyment and entertainment for Duluthians’ and our tourists, is the development of the Superior Hiking Trails, and great events Duluth has during the spring, summer, and fall. Our guests enjoy Grandma’s Marathon, Duluth’s Fourth Fest and the Bayfront Blues Festival. These events, along with all of the others, have an economic impact and display our commitment to tourism and local businesses.”
Thank you, Willard Munger Inn for being our spotlight on a member.
Indian Point Campground
Western Waterfront Trail & 75th Avenue West
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 628-4977/ (800) 982-2453
www.indianpointcampground.com
TOURISM IS PICKING UP CAMPAIGN
Each year, in conjunction with National Tourism Week, the Duluth Hospitality community teams up to pitch in and make our city sparkle for the upcoming summer season.
When: Thursday, May 15 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Park Point Beach House
There will be a gathering at Old Chicago in Canal Park for some free appetizers and pop after the clean-up. Safety vests & plastic gloves will be provided for all volunteers. Please dress accordingly.
Contact Kim Holland at Visit Duluth 625-8111 or email kimh@visitduluth.com with any questions or to sign up.
CONVENTION SALES
Anna Tanski, Director of Sales, Visit Duluth
Anne Bubacz, Sales Manager, attended the 9th Annual Conference Direct Partner Meeting in New Orleans April 29-May 2, 2008. The reverse tradeshow format was exceptional and provided the opportunity for Visit Duluth to connect with 200 associates from the U.S. and Canada. Conference Direct is a third party planning company which represents more than 950 clients.
In addition, the Duluth Hospitality Community will have a tremendous presence at the Midwest Society of Association Executives (MSAE) Expo May 22. Visit Duluth, the DECC and Spirit Mountain along with seven hotel partners will exhibit at the trade show. The theme is Rally in Blues Alley with a grand prize being a Blues Fest weekend getaway package.
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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