While we all love to have our plans made in advance before we take off on the next vacation, it is a little nice to go out on a whim. If you want to make the most of a last-minute vacation, consider taking the adventure with us over here in Traverse City. Our Michigan home offers plenty of fun and excitement all year round and is easily accessible to those who have never visited the area before. Take a look at how you can plan a last-minute vacation to Traverse City this year.
When you make the trek to Traverse City, you will have plenty of areas to explore. One reason that Traverse City is so popular to visit is that it sits right on the shore of Lake Michigan. This is one of the Great Lakes and provides some of the best fun during the warmer months of the year. Traverse City is situated on the arm of the Grand Traverse Bay that takes up 32 miles of the beautiful shoreline to the lake. Individuals are encouraged to get out and explore the shoreline for beautiful scenery. At some point, though, you are going to want to explore the water and there is no better way to do that than with a boating charter that will take you out onto the water.
Here in Traverse City, you will have nearly endless options to choose from for your voyage. Catch a ride on a double-decker tour boat that will keep you comfortably inside, making it a perfect option for all times of the year. Another great way to explore Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan is to book a sailing charter. You will be taken out onto the water on a real life sailing vessel and be shown the literal ropes on how to navigate. Many of the sailing charters offer a romantic sunset option complete with wine or champagne. There are so many options in town that you can easily book a tour at the last minute without worrying about everything being booked up.
Traverse City is also close by to one of Michigan’s most cherished landmarks: Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. This is our closest national park and is located just on the other side of Glen Arbor and features a landscape you have to see to believe. Sleeping Bear Dunes is a beautiful island habitat with lush forest and inland lakes to explore. What really sets the park apart from all the others are the giant sand dunes that tower 450 feet right on the Lake Michigan shoreline. There is nothing quite like them anywhere else in the area! Sleeping Bear Dunes also features plenty of sandy beaches that are perfect to hang out on. Make sure to explore the island to find hidden gems such as the South Manitou Island Lighthouse, the most familiar landmark at the park. This 100-foot-tall lighthouse is still active and can be accessed during the warmer months of the year. Sleeping Bear Dunes is typically a preferred destination in the spring and fall for outdoor activities, while the summer is perfect for more beach time activities. Don’t miss out this cherished park found close by Traverse City.
During your stay in Traverse City, you will be close to 50 different wineries right here in the area. With so many options at your fingertips, you will want to explore as many as you can. Sign up for a winery tour that will take you around to local favorite wineries to enjoy tasting flights. This can include visits to top-rated wineries such as Black Star Farms and Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery. Don’t forget to snag a bottle or two to bring back to your vacation rental to pair with dinner!
One of the biggest worries when planning a last-minute trip is deciding where you are going to stay. Luckily, our vacation rentals have plenty of options to choose from, even when you’re booking at the last-minute. These properties are found all over Traverse City, letting you pick and choose what area you want to be in. Expect comfortable features and spacious rooms that will help you feel right at home. You can also find some rentals with huge outdoor yards to really get in plenty of outdoor time here in the area. Plan your visit to Traverse City today by exploring our list of properties and picking out your favorite. Who knew that planning a last-minute trip to Traverse City could be so easy? Contact us to book your stay today. Search our rentals by amenity here.
