| Lake Minnetonka comprises over 14,000 acres in | | | | floor and buffet area are designed to make any |
| Minnesota, and is a scenic tourist destination for | | | | outing special. |
| many travelers seeking a serene environment for | | | | Paradise Princess II |
| vacationing. The lake derives its name from the | | | | For a more intimate tour of the Lake, the |
| first residents of the area, who referred to the | | | | Paradise Princess II offers a smaller venue for |
| body of water as Minnetonka, or Big Water. In | | | | weddings, receptions, and sightseeing excursions. |
| 1852, Alexander Ramsey officially registered the | | | | A small dance floor and buffet are available |
| name of Lake Minnetonka, and in the following | | | | on-board, and guests enjoy complimentary snacks |
| year, the first hotel was built on its shores. | | | | during their tour of Lake Minnetonka. The Paradise |
| Steamboats surveying the lake became popular | | | | Princess II can carry 60 guests in luxurious |
| among tourists in the 1880s, allowing visitors to | | | | comfort. |
| the area to experience the abundant wildlife and | | | | Paradise Grand |
| beautiful scenery of this picturesque area. Today, | | | | With room enough for up to 60 passengers, the |
| Twin Cities Cruises continues this tradition with its | | | | Paradise Grand is a lovely way to see the |
| Lake Minnetonka pleasure cruises, offering guests | | | | beautiful natural scenery of Lake Minnetonka. Like |
| a traditional paddleboat excursion and three | | | | all yachts in the Twin Cities Cruises line, the |
| exclusive luxury yacht options to choose among. | | | | Paradise Grand offers a climate controlled salon |
| Paradise Destiny II | | | | and fully-stocked bar and is available for weddings. |
| Capable of carrying up to 100 passengers, Twin | | | | Wedding ceremonies on board these yachts are |
| Cities Cruises' Paradise Destiny II offers a | | | | restricted to forty guests; a beautifully appointed |
| luxurious way to see the sights of Lake | | | | area is also available on shore for larger weddings. |
| Minnetonka in style. The Paradise Destiny II is | | | | Full bar service is provided on each of the yacht |
| available for weddings and receptions, and both | | | | tours and LCD televisions with DVD and VCR |
| decks boast floor-to-ceiling windows providing | | | | players are available for use on board. All three |
| magnificent views for passengers. Formal dining is | | | | yachts are available for charter; prices are |
| available at an additional charge, and the dance | | | | available from Twin Cities Cruises on request. |