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Deer Widow's Season
Who says hunting season is just for men? Not these West Michigan destinations! In fact, while the men are off at deer camp, there are a variety of hunting-season deals, just for WOMEN. Gather your mom, sis or best friend and pack for one of these weekend escapes that are right on target.
Grab a Girlfriend and Check Into Michigan’s Winery B&Bs!
The guys have been planning their getaway for months. You deserve to plan your own weekend of wine, food and fun! Leelanau Peninsula Vintners are hosting “Toast the Season” Nov. 15-16, and you’re invited! Tour the wineries for special food and wine pairings, and receive a souvenir wine glass, unique ornaments, and a holiday gift basket. Get details and purchase tickets online at www.lpwines.com.
Across the Grand Traverse Bay, on Old Mission Peninsula, Brys Estate Vineyard and Winery is hosting a “Hunter’s Better Half Weekend” Nov. 14-16. Save on wines all weekend and, on Saturday, enjoy light appetizers and awesome dark chocolate cherry truffles! For more information, call the winery at 231-223-9303.
Make your getaway weekend even better by staying at one of three Northern Michigan wineries with exceptional lodging accommodations. On the Old Mission Peninsula, Chateau Grand Traverse has a six-room guest house perched high on a hill overlooking vineyards, orchards and spectacular views of Grand Traverse Bay. For photos of the guest house and lodging information, visit www.cgtwines.com.
Also on Old Mission Peninsula, Chateau Chantal has one of the most scenic locations in the Midwest. Set atop a ridge near the northern tip of the peninsula, the winery offers breathtaking views of both the east and west Grand Traverse Bays. The winery has 11 guest rooms available for your girls’ getaway. Visit www.chateauchantal.com to check availability online and for a virtual online tour.
Near Suttons Bay on Leelanau Peninsula you’ll find the distinctive Inn at Black Star Farms nestled below a hillside of woods and vineyards overlooking barns and pastures. With a winery and distillery, championship equestrian facility, and on-premise creamery and farmers’ market, this is a unique location that offers guests a memorable experience. Visit www.blackstarfarms.com for photos and to check availability.
For information about the wines and wineries of Michigan, request a complimentary Michigan Wine Country magazine from the Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council at 517-241-1207, or online at www.michiganwines.com.
Spa Package
November 14-15, 2008
Deer Widow's Spa Package
Baymont Inn and Suites
Walker, 616-735-9595
Ladies, while your husband or significant other is off hunting, don’t you deserve to be pampered? At the Baymont Inn and Suites, we say yes! Join us for a spa package just for you. Package includes a standard room; dinner at Bennigans on Friday; expanded continental breakfast Saturday; facials, instant manicures, and products to purchase from Beauti Control; and a make-up consultation.
Cherry Tree Condo Hotel
Traverse City
www.cherrytreecondohotel.com
While the hunters are away, the women will play! It’s time for the gals to get out and do some hunting of their own! Whether it’s hunting for great deals at the many downtown shops, tracking down the best Traverse City wine, looking for the Jackpot at the casino, or getting away, for a relaxing weekend, let the Cherry Tree Condo Hotel take care of all of the details! Check out our specials online at www.cherrytreecondohotel.com. You can pick from the Pizza & a Movie Package, Wonderful Winery Tour Package or the Casino Package. If you mention that you’re a WMTA reader, we’ll have a Traverse City Welcome Bag, full of valuable coupons for shopping and eateries all around town as well as a few of our favorite local goodies, waiting for you when you check-in.
Ladies Night Out
November 15, 6 pm
Downtown Frankfort
231-352-7251
www.frankfort-elberta.com
A night for opening day Widows! They can go play, why can't the ladies!?!??! Come for a great night out for the Ladies ONLY. A progressive evening. Call or visit website for details!
Wonderful Weekend at Cadillac Sands
November 14 &15, 2008
Cadillac Sands Resort
Cadillac MI
231-775-2407 www.cadillacsands.com
Guys hunting? Get away and pamper yourself with a Widows’ Spa Weekend on Nov. 14 & 15, 2008. For only $235, you receive 2 nights lodging for 2, $30 dinner voucher and complimentary cocktails. During your stay enjoy the cozy atmosphere of our Porthole Lounge or dance the night away in our Sand Bar Niteclub. Saturday begins with a Free Continental Breakfast and then off to our heated indoor pool or for your added pleasure of a scheduled soothing Spa Treatment, Massage, Manicure and Pedicure for an extra fee. While in Cadillac, take a stroll Downtown for some great shopping. Room upgrades are available . Pampered Sessions are extra and are available by appointment only. Please call for further details.
Brys Estate Weekend
November 14-16
Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery
231-223-9303
www.brysestate.com
For all you ladies who find yourselves with free time on your hands during hunting season, we've created, just for you, a Hunter's Better Half Weekend! Plan your November R&R getaway before the holiday rush and while the guys are at play. Relax at Wellington Inn Bed and Breakfast and come join us for wine tasting. Save on wines all weekend and, on Saturday, enjoy light appetizers and awesome dark chocolate cherry truffles by Charles Layton.
"While the hunters are away, the "dears" will play... and shop!" Stock up on wines and other Brys Estate gifts for holiday giving. Boris and Winston wines make perfect gifts for the hunters in your lives and, as Wally says, "They are sure to appease those who have a luckless hunting season."
Cooking Live! At Aerie
October 14 & November 11
Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
Acme
800-922-2946 www.grandtraverseresort.com
Cooking Live! demonstrations are approximately 45 minutes in length and will give guests the ability to listen, watch, and learn a variety of cooking techniques from award-winning Executive Chef Ted Cizma and his culinary staff. Upcoming demonstrations include: Tuesday, Oct 14, Cooking Wild Game (w/ special guest Sous Chef Bill Mathews) and Tuesday, Nov 11, Preparing a Stress Free Thanksgiving Feast
Cooking Live! at Aerie Restaurant & Lounge demonstrations will begin at 6:00 p.m. on the 16th Floor of the Tower and complimentary samples will be provided throughout each cooking demonstration. The fee is $15 per person, which will be applied as a credit to each guest’s dinner bill if they have a three-course dinner afterward in Aerie.
Advanced reservations are recommended. Seating is limited to 20 persons. Walk-ins will be accepted as space allows. For reservations, call Aerie Restaurant & Lounge at 231-534-6800.
Stafford's Ladies Packages!
October 24- December 21
Stafford's Perry Hotel
Petoskey
800-737-1899 www.staffords.com
Deer Widows: the mourning period will be very brief! While the men are away, gear up for a weekend of holiday shopping in downtown Petoskey! Your package includes two nights lodging, $50 in Stafford's Dining Dollars and $50 in downtown Merchant Money.
Starting at $249 for two people, based on double occupancy plus tax and gratuities.
*Excludes holidays and December 5-7.
November Weekend Shopping Package!
Stafford’s Bay View Inn
Petoskey
800-258-1886 www.staffords.com
$280 for two people (plus tax and gratuities, based on double occupancy)
Grab a gal pal and shop away in downtown Petoskey. This package includes:
Two nights lodging, Breakfast for two each morning, $40 in Stafford's Dining Dollars, $40 in Downtown Merchant Money
November 14 – 16
Women's Pamper Weekend
Twin Gables Inn
800-231-2185 www.twingablesinn.com
All-inclusive Women’s Pamper Weekend includes: Lodging for two nights
Appetizer and Wine Welcome Party Friday Night, Gourmet Breakfast Saturday and Sunday Morning, Served Luncheon on Saturday overlooking the water, 5 course gourmet dinner Saturday Night (includes complimentary wine), Choice of a mini manicure, eyebrow waxing, or paraffin hand treatment, and your choice of two: full Body Massage, facial, or pedicure. Your all inclusive weekend rates begin at $380.00 per person for our standard rooms, based on double occupancy. Prices will then vary by room or cottage choice. (Cottages and 3-person Suites available for small groups; also 1-person rates available)
November 15, 6 pm
Ladies Night Out
Downtown Frankfort
231-352-7251 www.frankfort-elberta.com
A night for opening day Widows! They can go play, why can't the ladies? Come for a great night out for the Ladies ONLY. A progressive evening that promises fun and laughter.
November 21 - 23
White Lake Area Holiday Walk
Whitehall & Montague
800-879-9702
www.whitelake.org The 15th Annual White Lake Holiday Walk will take place during the weekend of November 21, 22 and 23 along the downtown streets of Montague and Whitehall with over 30 participating businesses. Enjoy traditional Christmas Open Houses featuring unique gifts; share the spirit of Christmas holiday music, complete with carolers and a visit with Santa Claus as he strolls along the downtown streets on Friday evening along with hundreds of luminaries lining the sidewalks. Saturday, Santa will be in various stores ready to visit with everyone. Free old-fashioned carriage rides await you on the evening of Friday, November 21 and during the afternoon of Saturday, November 22 in both Montague and Whitehall. Complimentary Trolley Rides will deliver and transport anyone wanting to visit any of the participating businesses in Montague and Whitehall through out the day on Saturday. Holiday Walk Maps are available at participating shops, businesses, and at the White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce.
Feel Like a Queen and Experience the Majesty of Castle Farms
Charlevoix
231-237-0884
www.CastleFarms.com
Looking for something unique to do while your husband is hunting? Castle Farms invites you to take a tour of our beautiful castle and gardens! A Renaissance castle with magnificent stone towers, fragrant gardens and cobblestone courtyards is the perfect place to get a taste of European charm! On your tour, you will discover the rich history and learn about the restoration. You can choose to explore at your own pace on a self-guided tour, or your group can be immersed in the experience with one of our expert tour guides.
Self-Guided tours are fun for the whole family! Bring a picnic and enjoy it on the grounds at the conclusion of your tour. You can also take time to play a game of giant chess, croquet or bocce ball in the picturesque gardens. Feed the fish in the reflection pond, watch trains running through the Garden Railway and try your luck in the hedge maze. Bring your camera as there are a lot of photo opportunities! Admission is $6 per person.
