Often referred to as the Jewel of the Great Lakes, Mackinac Island has long been considered the ideal vacation spot. Reachable only by boat, and with horse drawn carriages and bicycles as the sole modes of island transportation, this extraordinary destination in between Michigan’s upper and lower peninsulas boasts breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, world class dining and a sophisticated elegance that will take you back in time.
Hotel Options:
The Grand Hotel
For more than a century, the historic Grand Hotel has been a gathering place for those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation combined with old world hospitality and charm. Enjoy afternoon tea in the parlor, dance to the Grand Hotel Orchestra in the evenings or simply soak up the views of the Straits of Mackinac from the famed porch. Whimsical furnishings and bold colors in the rooms invoke a feeling of a bygone era, all the while keeping up with the modern amenities and luxuries of today’s resorts.
Hotel Iroquois
Overlooking the lake, with lush gardens surrounding, Hotel Iroquois greets visitors to Mackinac Island like a beacon, welcoming many back year after year for another unforgettable step back in time. Crisp decor that matches the flower boxes at the windows, plantation shutters and bright fabrics make for a relaxed but sophisticated feel.
Program Inclusions
Your luxury Drive-Away escape includes 2-3 night accommodations* and a generous allowance to cover the cost of dining, touring, and entertainment. You personal Escape Concierge will work with you directly to make all the arrangements to make your experience memorable, fun, and easy.
Questions about Nexstar’s Drive Away program?
Please call Nexstar Escapes Travel Headquarters at 832.381.2270, or email Amelia Boren. Nexstar Escapes Travel Headquarters can help with program extensions, deviations or other bookings.
* Hotel booking will be at above listed properties or similar. Qualification deadline is December 31, 2021, and travel must be completed by June 30, 2022. Black-out dates include: Thanksgiving week, Christmas week, New Year’s week, Spring Break, Easter weekend, Memorial Day weekend, 4th of July, and Labor Day. 35 day advance notice is required to travel. Traveler is responsible for any hotel incidental room charges. Extensions and changes can be made upon request at the qualifier’s expense.
