Saint Paul, Minnesota – Nominee for 10Best and USA Today ‘Best Romantic N. American Getaway’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 28, 2015

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Adam Johnson, Vice President of Marketing & Communications
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Lisa Huber, Marketing & Media Relations Manager
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SAINT PAUL, Minn. – The temperatures may be dropping throughout the state, but Saint Paul is encouraging couples to find their romantic side and heat things up. Last week Saint Paul was selected as a finalist for 10Best and USA Today’s ‘Best Romantic N. American Getaway’ category and is currently sitting at number one in the rankings with other contenders close behind. There are 19 other cities are up for the coveted title including Naples, Fla., and Santa Fe, N.M.

Described as the smaller, quieter and, many say, the more sophisticated of the Twin Cities, the publication notes couples love it for its diverse romantic offerings, like leisurely paddle- wheeler rides along the Mississippi, beer tastings, ice skating and a thriving performance arts scene.

David Miller, General Manager of The Saint Paul Hotel, agrees with this recognition. “Saint Paul is a very romantic city. From the outdoor ice rink to strolling through the parks full of thousands of lights, how can you not find romance around every corner?”

The Saint Paul Hotel, recently was named to Travel + Leisure ‘Top 500 World’s Best Hotels of 2014’ list, is a popular choice for couples looking for romance because of its trademark style, sophistication and old world charm. Another unique spot for a romantic night in the city is the Covington Inn Bed & Breakfast. Permanently moored to the Mississippi river, this quaint boat sits in the reflection of downtown and offers a quiet getaway in historic and elegant comfort.

As the temperatures drop, there is no better time for romance in the city. Visit Saint Paul wants to know, "Does the cold bring out your romantic side?” Prove it. Vote today and every day until January 27 at 11:00 am CST. www.10best.com/awards/travel/best-romantic-n-american-getaway/.

About the Contest:
Saint Paul was selected by a 10Best and USA Today panel of experts as a nominee for ‘Best Romantic N. American Getaway’. Voting opened on December 30, 2013 and ends Monday, January 27, 2014 at 10:59am CST. A person can vote once a day for the run of the contest here: www.10best.com/awards/travel/best-romantic-n-american-getaway/. Winners will be announced on 10Best on Wednesday, January 29th, 2014 at 10:59am CST, then later on USA TODAY.

About Visit Saint Paul:

Visit Saint Paul, formerly the Saint Paul Convention & Visitors Authority, was founded in 1927 as the Saint Paul Convention and Visitors Bureau, making it one of the oldest destination marketing organizations in the United States. The mission of the organization is to generate economic growth for Saint Paul by effectively marketing the RiverCentre campus, Saint Paul and the region as a preferred convention and tourism destination. Visit Saint Paul oversees management of the Saint Paul RiverCentre Convention Center and Legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium.