News Release

For Immediate Release:
Contact: Jim Liska 231-526-1270, jliska@hughes.net

May 2, 2011

The legend continues as the Northern Michigan Gift and Souvenir Show returns to Boyne Highlands Resort in Harbor Springs, Michigan on April 22-24, 2012. The show was organized over 58 years ago at a time when Gatlinburg and a few other prominent markets were just beginning to be established. The reps involved with organizing these events would come to be recognized as pioneers of their industry.

What’s most unique about the show is its ability to assemble the best of the best souvenir and gift manufacturers literally on the door step of this coastal, seasonal resort area at the right time. Where, when and who are perfectly aligned.

While the show occupies the largest floor space available in the area, it is still modest in size so there is not room for every manufacturer to be at this show, but all the best ones are. Over the years this unique wholesale order writing show has been honed into an acute “who’s who” of the gift and souvenir industry. The exhibitors who show here are seen in all the bigger markets throughout the country and make wise choices as to where they show.

Another of the show’s appeals is its dates. Having 50+ years of history behind it, allows for perfection in timing. Over the years the show’s dates have been adjusted to take place at a time when most other markets have concluded, allowing the northern Michigan show to stand out as a last chance for stores to order merchandise in time for their busy summer season ahead.

Held against the beautiful backdrop of a world class ski and golf destination resort, the off-season timing of the show falls right between the resort’s outdoor activities. Because of the timing Boyne Highlands Resort is able to offer rooms to buyers at incredible savings; $69 per room / night. This is over half off their normal seasonal rate. This very attractive rate makes the choice of where to stay an easy decision.

The Northern Michigan Gift and Souvenir Show returns to Boyne Highlands Resort in Harbor Springs, Michigan on April 22-24, 2012. Hours run 9am-6pm on Sunday and Monday and 9am-4pm on Tuesday. Show inquirers may be directed to the show management office at Ph. 231-526-1270 or jliska@hughes.net. More info including a list of exhibitors, manufacturers and a booth layout may be viewed at www.nmgiftshow.com. To take advantage of the great rates in the Main Lodge Hotel right on premises call 1-800-Go-Boyne or 1-800-462-6963 today. Rooms will go fast.