Duluth, Minnesota Situated right on Lake Superior, the vibrant community of Duluth has something for everyone. The city is home to a thriving arts, culture and entertainment scene, along with a range of dynamic food and beverage offerings. Cruisers who dock in Duluth can expect a one-of-a-kind, memorable experience. Excursion offerings have included tours of the historic Glensheen Mansion, a ride on the North Shore Scenic Railroad, visits to the Great Lakes Aquarium, canoe trips down the St. Louis River, opportunities to taste local artisan food and beverages, and more. The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center cruise facility dock wall will undergo an infrastructure transformation in 2023 and 2024 in preparation to host the largest cruise vessels visiting the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System. Muskegon, Michigan Known as the historic Midwest Riviera, Muskegon is a showcase of architecture and public art gifted by the wealthy Michigan lumber barons of the late 1800s. Quaint, historic neighbourhoods feature local museums of history and art, along with several restored maritime vessels. Visitors can buy locally grown foods at the Farmers Market and taste craft beer and spirits while walking along the main street. Muskegon’s cruise dock is in a parklike setting, within walking distance of the historic downtown area. A secure logistic staging area allows trucks and buses to turn around, and vessels can directly hook up for water and to a grey and brown water discharge system. Cleveland, Ohio A lakefront city which was one of the most important canal ports in the eastern USA in the 1800s, Cleveland offers everything from rock legends at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to new discoveries at its indie music clubs and performances at the not-for-profit Playhouse Square. Visitors can explore over 50,000 acres of parks and visit the Great Lakes Science Center, West Side Market and Cleveland Museum of Art, or venture further afield to tour Amish Country, which is an hour south of the city. One of the new customs and border protection passenger clearance facilities is within walking distance of vessels visiting the city, making it easier than ever to make a call. CFIP Photo: DJ Johnson/Unsplash Duluth, Cleveland and Muskegon offer a range of entertaining excursions on the shores of the Great Lakes 2 6 COVER STORY
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