The interactive My Favorite Minnesota shows travelers you don’t have to travel far to have fun

Kelly Collins, a 40 year-old wife and mother from Apple Valley, MN has been awarded an Arctic Cat 700 H1 ATV as part of the Explore Minnesota Tourism "Seasons of Fun Giveaway."

State Tourism Agency Seeks to Maximize Emerging Technologies in Marketing Minnesota as a Tourism Destination

Minnesota tourism businesses are optimistic that they have what budget-stressed consumers are looking for this summer: an easy, close-to-home getaway where they can relax and take a break from everyday worries.

Tourism has played an important role in Minnesota’s history since it became a state in 1858. That was the message sent by metro tourism organizations today.

Governor Tim Pawlenty announced today that White Bear Lake will be the site of 2009 Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener.