What To Expect At Vista Fleet's New Waterfront Location

On the move! One of Duluth's most popular attractions is getting a new home - kind of. Don't panic though: this new home isn't too far away from its former one.

If you're reading this, chances are good you know all about the Vista Fleet. The Vista Fleet is a sightseeing cruise company, taking you out onto Lake Superior to see all the beauty our city has to offer. It might be one of the most Duluth things you can do.

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Now, there's big news from the business: they are moving locations for their operations. The Vista Fleet is leaving its longtime spot inside the DECC for a new home along the waterfront. This is a very fitting move, considering tourists want all the lake views they can get. (This only applies to its operations, not the vessels themselves, by the way.)

The new home along can be found along Harbor Drive, which has been reinvented and reimagined as of late. I will say, as someone who has lived here for ten years, I love what they have done with it. It truly is so welcoming and fun.

The new Vista Fleet outpost is now located right next to the Minnesota Slip Bridge. This is where you can snag tickets to hop aboard, along with other offerings like merchandise and light snacks for the ride. (It also makes it pretty easy to find!)

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The building is cute and compact and fits right in in its new spot. There will also be an emphasis on Duluth and Lake Superior when it comes to merchandise just like before. It gets chilly out on the lake after all, and this will make perfect souvenir from your trip if you're from out of town.

There is also another new addition to the Vista Fleet operations: a new check-in space right along the water. Like I said before, if you're going to hop onboard a ship in Lake Superior, you want all the views you can get. This really makes sense.

This new spot along the Waterfront Plaza is perfect for both tourists and locals, as well as being a 'new chapter' for the business. I love the vibes all around. This is something I can really get on board with. (Pun intended.)

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