Winter Resort Getaways

For the detective in you, two Michigan resorts offer some of the most anticipated 'murder mystery' getaway packages in the country. First up is Garland Resort in Lewiston, Michigan. One of the most breath-taking locales in the state, Garland raises the bar in four-season resort offerings. Hundreds of acres of wilderness make the summertime golf-Mecca an equally alluring winter attraction. Their website boasts: "Over 40k of groomed cross-country ski trails, indoor and outdoor Jacuzzis, and sleigh rides to gourmet dinners, all combine to make winter our warmest season." Their line-up of winter packages does just that, offering everything from ski-centric options to more romantic "Zhivago Nights" and, of course, the "Murder Mystery Weekends."

A less extravagant, but equally upscale mystery weekend destination is Marsh Ridge Resort in popular Gaylord, Michigan. The staff invites you to "...escape from reality and be caught in a trap of devious deception or perhaps not. Perhaps you, the super sleuth with honed senses, will solve the crime and win the prize! Your northwoods weekend begins with arrival at Marsh Ridge, Gaylord's golf and Nordic ski resort." Start your weekend off with dinner at the local favorite Jac's Place. Then it's on to a warm reception at Marsh Ridge featuring gourmet desserts, Hors d' oeuvres, coffee and cordials. With the food, activities and atmosphere, Marsh Ridge will quickly become one of your favorite destinations.

For a more sport-focused weekend, Michigan offers literally hundreds of potential destinations. Two local favorites, however, include Winter Wonderland Vacation Package at McGuire's Resort in Cadillac, and Snowmobile Adventure Weekend at Drummond Island Resort on Drummond Island. Special sport-centric packages at McGuire's include their popular "Downhill Ski Package," the "Sleep and Ski Package," the appealing "Romantic Escape Package," the "Quick Getaway," "Spring Break Family Weekend," and the pre-summer "Women's Wellness Package." Drummond Island, meanwhile, boasts over 2000 acres of snow-covered wilderness to explore via skis or snowmobile. Their International Ice Bridges to St. Joseph Island and Thessalon (Ontario, Canada) provide the only direct, legal access to Canada over ice in the United States. Reserve your snowmobile now for an unforgettable snowy-trailed adventure!

Whatever tickles your fancy, be it romantic getaways, quiet wilderness lodges, murder mysteries or outdoor adventures, Michigan resorts have the remedy for your mid-winter anxiety. Take some time to peruse these resorts and get better acquainted with the vast winter recreational opportunities in Michigan.

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