TRAVEL and TOURISM
Tourism is an important contributor to our economy . Travelers ’ dollars are directly circulated back into the communities where they are spent . In addition , tax dollars coming from outside of our communities or state lower our residents tax burden .
Tourism is the 3rd largest retail sales industry in Minnesota accounting for 17 % of state sales tax and 250,000 jobs or 11 % of the state total private sector employment . Over 43 million people visit the state annually spending $ 13 billion - more than $ 35 million a day !
VISIT LAKEVILLE MINNESOTA
Our community , known for its rich scenic beauty , is perfectly placed on I-35 with close proximity to major Twin Cities tourist attractions . It ’ s no wonder over 175,000 visitors choose Lakeville ’ s hotels annually for overnight trips and business travel .
Visitors can fully enjoy our lakes , beaches , fishing piers , tournament fields , parks , extensive trail system , recreational amenities and nearby golf courses . Other points of interest include the Lakeville Area Arts Center , specialty shops in historic downtown , festivals and events , eateries , breweries , and the new curling club .
The Lakeville Convention & Visitors Bureau ( CVB ) was founded in April 1996 as a division of the Lakeville Chamber . The CVB is a private , 501- ( C ) 3 not for profit organization funded by a local 3 % lodging tax .
TOURISM BY THE NUMBERS
LAKEVILLE STATS
Annual Visitors . . . . . . . . . . . 175,000 Meeting Room Capacity . . . . up to 1,000 Hotel Rooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402 Hotel Employment . . . . . . . . . . . 110
YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Welcome to our newest Lakeville edition , the Candlewood Suites ! An extended stay hotel built with the independent traveler in mind . Feel at ease in a relaxed , casual and home-like atmosphere with spacious suites , fully equipped kitchens , flexible work stations and 24-hour pantry .
612-808-5580 www . candlewoodsuites . com Exit # 81 - 21060 Keswick Loop Lakeville , MN 55044
VISITOR SPENDING
Food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.5 % Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 % Retail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 % Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 % Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.5 % Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 %
LOCAL CONTRIBUTIONS
Dakota County Tourism Gross Sales . . . $ 817,349,108 Dakota County Hospitality Employment . . . . 17,379 Metro Area Tourism Gross Sales . . . . $ 9,192,997,170 Metro Area Hospitality Employment . . . . . 164,178 source : Explore Minnesota Tourism
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