Romance Along the Shore: Michigan Hotels & Destinations

BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc., one of the world's leading lodging companies, is making romantic Michigan getaways easier to plan by offering travelers information on unique and charming destinations throughout the state.

Whether the perfect getaway is filled with wineries, history or outdoor adventures, with Michigan hotels in some of the state's top destinations, vacationers can plan the ultimate getaway for two.

Grouped by type of experience, some of the state's most romantic destinations include:

Wineries

• Traverse City. Left Foot Charley makes its home in the Village at Grand Traverse Commons, where guests can sip Riesling, Pinot Blanc and Gewurztraminer in the quiet atmosphere of Northern Michigan's first urban winery.
• Kalamazoo. Peterson & Sons Winery features award-winning sulfite-free wines. Located in a relaxed country setting, the winery boasts a year-round tasting room.
• Suttons Bay. Chateau de Leelanau specializes in European vinifera and hybrid grapes, and produces over a dozen styles of wines, including Andante and Pinot Gris. The winery features a year-round tasting room.

History & Museums

• Detroit. Within easy walking or driving distance from many Michigan hotels, the Motown Historical Museum gives visitors the chance to discover how one man's vision changed popular music forever.
• Dearborn. Explore the American automobile's birthplace at The Henry Ford's 90-building campus. Afterward, visit the Henry Ford Estate - a magnificent mansion offering a romantic glimpse into the life this automotive magnate.
• Ann Arbor. Featuring more than 18,000 objects of African, American, Asian and European art, The University of Michigan Museum of Art offers art and history lovers an unforgettable way to spend the day.

Outdoor Adventures

• Grand Rapids. From sugar-sand beaches to hiking and biking, Grand Rapids offers outdoor enthusiasts a myriad of ways to spend the day.
• Frankenmuth. If you've got a need for speed, you can indulge your passion at Dixie Motor Speedway. Here, at Michigan's premier 4/10-mile paved oval track, you can watch as legends and new drivers race side by side.
• Saginaw Valley. With three championship golf courses, the Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge with miles of hiking, biking and cross-country skiing, plus downhill skiing and snow sports at Apple Mountain, this picturesque valley is an outdoorsman's utopia.

For more information about Michigan hotels and attractions, visit http://www.marriott.com/hotel-search/united-states/michigan.

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