Some travel deals are a little sweeter in the fall. It could be the gorgeous colors of autumn leaves or cozy fireplaces that invite you to sit back, relax and linger. Whether you’re ready for a late-season round of golf or a cozy stay at the lakefront cottage, our friends at Pure Michigan have prepared a buffet of deals for fall travelers. So pick a spot, pack your overnight bag, and get ready to give yourself a much-needed reset before the snow arrives. Here are the top six places:
Trick and treating awaits Halloween weekend at the Grand Hotel. Photo provided by Grand Hotel.
#1 Halloween at the Mackinac Island Grand Hotel
Agreement: The Halloween Package offers breakfast and dinner daily, Halloween-themed activities throughout the weekend
Available: October 28-30, 2022
Details: “For activities for the young of age and the young at heart, join us for Halloween Weekend at the Grand Hotel! Experience fall on Mackinac Island and enjoy all the spooky activities and whimsical thrills the Grand Hotel has to offer for the whole family, including a haunted trail and maze, movie marathon, haunted ball—and more!” Prices vary depending on the room selected. For more information, check the resort’s website.
#2 Cool School Presales at Treetops Resort in Gaylord
Agreement: Unlimited lodging, games and dining for $139 per adult; children 17 and under are just $49 each.
Expires: October 13, 2022
Details: “Cool School is the ultimate winter escape for families, beginners and those with an adventurous spirit. We’ve created an all-inclusive midweek deal packed with unlimited winter fun, accommodation and dining so you can beat the winter blues and have fun all day long. Cool School includes unlimited skiing, snowboarding, rentals, lessons, extreme tubing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and ice skating. Plus, clients get dinner, breakfast and lodging! All for $139 per adult; $49 per child. Buy now and book your trip later!” For more information, check here.
Treetops Resort has a new Fall Colors Culinary Tour that allows guests to soak in the autumn sights, then takes them to a hilltop location for a wonderful dinner. Photo provided by Treetops Resort.
#3 Cottage Getaway Special at Bay Pointe Inn, Shelbyville at Gun Lake
Agreement: Villas start at $199 per night.
Expires: October 31, 2022
Details: Book the Cottage Getaway special at Bay Pointe Inn Lakefront Resort for $199 per night in October. These 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom villas comfortably sleep eight with access to full resort amenities, including exceptional casual dining at the Terrace Grille Restaurant, hot tub, marina and boat rentals. For more details, check the hostel’s website here.
Cartier Bike Park in Ludington. Photo provided by Pure Ludington.
#4 Ludington Fall Lodging Special
Agreement: 50% off second night this fall
Expires: October 31, 2022
Details: “Ludington’s changing landscape of unspoiled natural resources offers a quintessential Up North experience. Pure Ludington offers the perfect combination of unmatched outdoor recreation and quaint small-town charm. With endless outdoor adventures, craft beer unique dining experiences—not to mention fall lodging specials like 50% off a second night—Ludington offers the perfect fall getaway destination!” For more details, see the tourism bureau’s website here.
A hard cider flight pictured at Tandem Ciders on the Leelanau Peninsula on June 14, 2022. (Neil Blake | MLive.com) Neil Blake/MLive.comNeil Blake/MLive.com
#5 Fall in love with northern Michigan
Agreement: Fresh fall savings on lodging, spa services, golf and more in the Traverse City area
Expires: October 31, 2022
Details: “Take advantage of the opportunity to save on your vacation with a seasonal package. Plan a getaway to Traverse City to ring in the fall season and experience all that northern Michigan has to offer. Invite friends and family to join you on a colorful tour of the entire region or organize a romantic getaway just for you and your loved one.” For more details, see the tourism bureau’s website here.
The Delamar Hotel in Traverse City is home to Artisan Restaurant and an outdoor patio. Photo provided by Delamar.
#6 The Great Golf Escape
Agreement: Stay and play the Grand Rapids area’s best courses with a hotel-golf package.
Expires: November 1, 2022
Details: “October is a great time to golf in Grand Rapids – especially when you take advantage of this special stay and play deals. Check into the Country Inn & Suites East hotel for a night or two and play up to 54 holes on six local courses — including Pilgrim’s Run (a top Michigan golf advisor course), Ravines (an Arnold Palmer design) and The Mines (built on top of historic gypsum mines. After a day of bonding, unwind at one of the city’s 45+ breweries!” For more information, check here.
