Date Night in Excelsior, MN

It's the perfect time to explore everything Excelsior has to offer, and this package is an ideal way to do it! You and three guests start your adventure with a tour of Lake Minnetonka via Paradise Charter Cruises. Departing from the Port of Excelsior, a guide will provide a history of the area while you relax and take in the views.

After your cruise, head to Olive's Fresh to nosh on unique pizzas (or stick with a classic!) and tasty beverages, catching up on all you've missed throughout the past year.

Bid adieu to your guests and stroll down historic Water Street to Hotel Excelsior for a stay at this boutique hotel where every room is a suite. Dessert from Burnt Sugar Confectionery awaits you in the newly renovated space, which features a full kitchen and eat-in bar - perfect for a nightcap or breakfast in the morning.

Package includes: 4 tickets to Paradise Charter Cruises for a sightseeing tour, a $100 gift card from Olive's Fresh Pizza & Bar, a 1-night stay at the Hotel Excelsior, and treats from Burnt Sugar Confectionery.

Note: there are some hotel blackout dates because of holidays/events: July 1-5, 2021; Aug 27-Sept 5, 2021; Oct 21-24, 2021; Nov 25-28, 2021; and Dec 24, 2021-Jan 2, 2022

To redeem: please follow the steps below OR Kim Heiar, Arboretum staff can facilitate. (it is your choice)

1) Please look at Paradise Charter cruise website for upcoming cruise dates: https://cruisereservations.twincitiescruises.com/TCCCruiseCalendar.php?_ga=2.197918255.1637625682.1626129942-990276393.1626129942 (or twincitiescruises.com and select "View Public Cruise Calendar & Purchase Tickets") Please select two dates and times for the Lake Mtka Sightseeing Cruise.

2) Please contact Kemerie Foss at [email protected] with the two desired dates for your Hotel Excelsior stay. Kemerie will work with the owner of Hotel Excelsior to confirm your date.

3) Once the Hotel Excelsior date is set, contact Paradise Charter Cruises at 952-474-8058 to reserve your Lake Mtka cruise

4) Enjoy Olive's Fresh Pizza with a $100 gift card

5) Enjoy Burnt Sugar treats, which will be delivered to your Hotel Excelsior suite