It's not as if it's ever OK to say you're bored in Traverse City during the summer, but if you're leaning in that direction, the
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa is launching two series of summer events to entertain, wine and dine visitors and residents alike, so it certainly seems like the right time to take a stay-at-home vacation where you don't have to clean, cook, or even find your own entertainment.
The hotel and spa is kicking off Beach Week from June 27 to July 5, which will be sponsored by Leinenkugel's Summer Shandy, Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, and Pepsi, and is open to resort guests at special overnight Beach Week rates ($149-$189). The week takes full advantage of the resort's location on East Grand Traverse Bay and its Shores Beach Club, which will host summer activities like a beach volleyball tournament, evening bonfires with live music, kayak races, a five-kilometer fun run, summer grilling and refreshments, beach-inspired movies, and a ton of kids' games. Giveaways are also planned including Detroit Tigers tickets and a Leinenkugel's canoe.
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa also is offering a summer wine dinner series at its Aerie Restaurant and Lounge, in collaboration with local vineyards Black Star Farms and
Bowers Harbor Vineyards, taking place June 16, June 30 and July 28.
The June 30 dinner is at 7 p.m. and will focus on Michigan wines versus Spanish wines. Spencer Stegenga, owner of Bowers Harbor Vineyards, will discuss the winemaking process and four courses with wine pairings. The menu is Spanish-inspired including Michigan and Spanish wines with each course.
The July 28 dinner again features Bowers Harbor Vineyards, with a menu touching on several cuisines from around the world it starts out with a citrus gazpacho, then foie gras, a choice of short ribs or veal chop, and ends with a hazelnut chocolate torte. Bowers Harbor wines are matched with each dish. Pricing for each dinner is $65 per person, and reservations are required.
Writer: Sam Eggleston
Source: Grand Traverse Resort and Spa
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