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Witness Lake Superior and the Duluth harbor by way of our unique specialty cruises. Learn all about the great eco system that is Lake Superior, the St. Louis river and the cliffs and bays that surround Duluth harbor. Make any event a special event for holidays like Mother's Day, Father's day, July 4th and other family milestones. Get in touch with the creative side with Artist cruises and other specialty events. We also offer a 10% discount to Seniors 65+ and persons in the military.
 
Types of Cruises and Events
• Vista Fleet Wedding Show • Blues Cruise featuring
Alex Rossi and the Root City Band
• Mother's Day Brunch • Last Chance Summer Blast
• Armed Forces Weekend • Harvest Festival/Fall Colors Brunch Cruises
• Dockside Pizza and Bar Extravaganza • Haunted Dinner Cruises
• Father's Day Brunch • Halloween Dance Party
• 4th of July Fireworks Cruises • NEW! Walking Tours of Historic Duluth
 
 
 
Vista Fleet Annual Wedding Show
May 4, 2008

SAVE THE DATE

Set a course for romance with Vista Fleet's Wedding Show.

Are you interested in a unique and memorable wedding?

Vista Fleet can provide you with an unforgettable experience whether it is a bridal shower, groom's dinner, ceremony, or wedding reception.
Our sales staff, along with several important vendors, will be available to answer any questions you may have.
Tour our two beautiful vessels and enjoy a complimentary glass or champagne and delicious treats from Savories Catering.
Don't forget to register to win one of our great prize drawings!

Vista Star and Vista Queen
11:00am - 3:00pm
FREE to all that attend!

   
 
Mother's Day Brunch
May 11, 2008
Treat mom to a delicious brunch buffet on Mother's Day at a special rate! Mom's special fare is 1/2 OFF with one paid adult. She will also receive a complimentary glass of champagne and a beautiful rose. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Lake Superior. Your cruise pricing, listed below, includes soft drinks, milk, tea, and coffee. We look forward to serving you on our Mother's Day Brunch Cruise.
*Special discount applies – call for more information
Board: 11:30am
Depart: 12:00pm
Return: 1:30pm
Adults: $31*
Moms: 1/2 OFF!
Children (5-14): 21*
Children Under 5 ride free
* Plus $4 in tax and service charges.
 
Armed Forces Weekend
May 16-18, 2008

All military personnel; active, retired, reserve, and guard will receive 50% off sightseeing cruises and 25% off all dining cruises.

Please bring proper military ID to receive discount.

   
 
Father's Day Brunch
June 15, 2008
Treat dad to a delicious brunch buffet on Father’s Day at a special rate! Dad’s receive 50% with one paid adult. Your brunch cruise pricing, listed below, includes soft drinks, milk, tea, and coffee. We look forward to serving you on our Father's Day Brunch Cruise.
*Special discount applies – call for more information
Board: 11:30am
Depart: 12:00pm
Return: 1:30pm
Adults: $29*
Dads: 1/2 OFF!
Children (5-14): 19*
Children Under 5 ride free
* Plus $4 in tax and service charges.
Or take Dad on a Sightseeing Cruise!
Dads are FREE! (must purchase one Adult cruise ticket to receive free ticket)
 
Dockside Pizza and Bar Extravaganza
June 20, 2008

Watch the Grandma's 5k race with the best view in town! Enjoy music, Tiki Tina's Pizza and a refreshing drink from our 3rd deck cabana bar.
Miller Light Tap Drink Special $2.00
Pizza by the Slice $2.00

Bar open from 11:00am to 6:00pm

 
 

4th of July Fireworks Cruises
July 4, 2008

Fireworks and the All American Dinner Cruise aboard the Vista Star (Duluth, MN Dock)

Ohh and Ahh at the Fireworks aboard the Vista Star.
Begin the evening with our Elegant Dinner Cruise featuring our famous slow-roasted prime rib and champagne chicken breast, mixed greens salad with balsamic vinaigrette dressing, dinner rolls, Minnesota wild rice pilaf, garlic roasted new potatoes, and chef's choice garden vegetable. We top off this culinary delight with a special dessert.
End the evening with a fantastic viewing of Duluth's fireworks from the most prime location. Celebrate the Fourth of July aboard the Star!

*Limit of 180 passengers - crew supervisors will draw names randomly at the time of cruise to determine which guests will have the upper deck for viewing.
* A special rate for a Lil' Captains Happy Meal, ages 12 and under, is available.
Board: 6:00pm
Depart: 6:30pm
Return: 10:45pm (approx.)
Adults: $48*
Children (5-14): $38*
Children Under 5 ride free
* Plus $6 in tax and service charges.
Fireworks and Hors D’oeuvres aboard the Vista Queen (Superior, WI Dock)

Celebrate 4th of July in style aboard the Vista Queen. Hors D’oeuvres and Limited* Open Bar included.

*The Queen will board at Barker's Island-Superior, WI Dock NOT at the Duluth, MN Dock,
*Domestic bottled beer, house wine, juice, and soda included
Board: 8:00pm
Depart: 8:30pm
Return: 11:00pm
Adults: $48*
Adults Only - Must be over 21
* Plus $7 in tax and service charges.
Fireworks Aboard the Vista King (Duluth, MN Dock)

Set sail and watch Duluth’s fireworks from a premiere location on the water.
Board: 8:45pm
Depart: 9:00pm
Return: 10:45pm (approx.)
Adults: $24
Children (5-14): $18
 

Blues Cruise with ALEX ROSSI AND THE ROOT CITY BAND
August 8 & 9, 2008

Sail away your blues aboard the Vista Star with Alex Rossi and the Root City Band! Enjoy this 2 hour cruise with live music and awesome drink specials.

"Blues, funk, R&B, and soul mix in the Root City Band's music, but what comes out is a high-energy and sexy style that defies simple labels." -Duluth News Tribune

Board: 9:30pm
Depart: 10:00pm
Return: 12:00am (midnight)
Adults: $15
College Students: $10 with school ID
Must be 21+
 
Last Chance Summer Blast
August 31, 2008
Jump on board the Vista Star for the last sightseeing cruise of the Summer Season! Enjoy Tiki Tina's Pizza and amazing drink specials.
Board: 7:15pm
Depart: 7:30pm
Return: 9:00pm
Adults: $16
Children (5-14): $8
 
Harvest Festival and Fall Colors Cruises
September 18-21, September 25-28, October 2-5, 2008
Take in the beauty of the Northland’s Fall Colors on these special 2 hour Lunch and Sunday Brunch Cruises.

Lunch Cruises
September 18-20, 25-27, and October 2-4

Board: 12:00pm
Depart: 12:30pm
Return: 2:30pm

Adults: $27*
Children (5-14): $17*
Seniors (65+) 10% OFF
Lil Captain's Meal $10
* Plus $4 in tax and service charges.

Sunday Brunch Cruises
September 21, 28, and October 5
Board at: 11:30am
Depart: 12:00pm
Return: 2:00pm

Adults: $34*
Children (5-14): $24*
Seniors (65+) 10% OFF
Lil Captain's Meal $10
* Plus $4 in tax and service charges.

 

 

 

Halloween Cruises
October 17&18, 25, and 31, 2008

Haunted Dinner Cruises
October 17 & 18 • October 25 & 31, 2008


The Vista Fleet invites you aboard the Vista Star for a frighteningly entertaining evening of dinner and hauntingly funny ghost stories of Lake Superior performed by Renegade Comedy Theatre.
Enjoy our famous Great Lake Dinner with Renegade Comedy Theatre. Fun for the whole family!
This incredible cruise includes a buffet style dinner featuring our famous slow-roasted prime rib and champagne chicken breast, mixed greens salad with balsamic vinaigrette dressing, dinner rolls, cheesy pasta, garlic roasted new potatoes, and chef's choice garden vegetable. We top off this culinary delight with a special dessert. Your dinner cruise pricing listed below includes soft drinks, milk, tea and coffee.
Join us if you dare…

Boards: 6:00pm
Departs: 6:30pm
Returns: 8:30pm

Adults: $37*
Children (5-14): $27*
Seniors (65+) 10% OFF
Lil Captain's Meal $10
* Plus $5 in tax and service charges.

 

KOOL 101.7 Halloween Party Cruise
ONE NIGHT ONLY • Friday October 31, 2008

The Cruise to end all Cruises! Celebrate Halloween night aboard the Vista Star with KOOL 101.7.

70's Dance Party will include; DJ, Dancing, Prizes, Tiki Tina's Pizza from the Edgewater Resort and Waterpark, costume contest, and awesome drink specials.

The Vista Fleet ends its season with a REAL party!
It’s not for the meek…remember the Halloween Storm of ’91!

Boards: 9:30pm
Departs: 10:00pm
Returns: 12:00am

Kool 101.7 is giving away tickets every week day.
Or get tickets as a Kool Gang
V.I.P. member any time at Kool1017.com.

 
 
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