Grand Traverse Resort and Spa

The Grand Traverse Resort and Spa is the Midwest's largest full service, year-round resort and conference center. Situated on 900 acres in the northwest corner of Michigan 's Lower Peninsula along the shores of Lake Michigan's East Grand Traverse Bay, the Resort is located six miles northeast of Traverse City , Michigan and 10 minutes from Traverse City's Cherry Capital Airport. The Grand Traverse area has grown to become the largest producer of sweet and tart cherries in the world, and is home to several award winning wineries.

Many conference attendees bring their families with them to enjoy Traverse City and the Resort while they are attending the Management Briefing Seminars.

Well respected in the travel industry, the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa is ranked in the top 20 mainland resorts and top 50 travel destinations and service worldwide by Conde Nast Traveler.

The Grand Traverse Resort and Spa also offers 54 holes of championship golf including Jack Nicklaus's signature course, The Bear, Gary Player's The Wolverine, and William Newcomb's Spruce Run.

Additional features of the Resort include a variety of recreation offerings, including: five indoor and four outdoor tennis courts, two indoor and two outdoor swimming pools, a beach club, an upscale shopping gallery, a salon and spa, diverse restaurants and lounges, live entertainment nightly, child care facilities and a summer day camp.

To request accommodations at the Resort, a form will be available in April 2005.

Golf - ask for reservations

Golf Specials (includes 18 holes with cart)

The Bear or The Wolverine - $120.00 per person per round

Spruce Run - $80.00 per person per round

Special 40th Management Briefing Seminar Twilight Rate

$40.00 after 4:00 p.m. any course Monday, August 1 – Thursday, August 4 only

Please make your tee times in advance by calling (800) 748-0303 and ask for reservations. Mention “MBS” when reserving your tee times to ensure this special rate (based on availability). There is a mandatory dress code.

Child Care - Ext. 3396

Our on-site child care services for ages 3 months to 8 years will be available from 7:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Advanced reservations are required. Please plan ahead for the August 4 - Thursday night Manufacturers Dinner. Call (800) 748-0303 ext. 3396.

Camp Traverse - Ext. 5416 or 3431

If you have children ages 6-12, Camp Traverse is the answer for you. Kids will enjoy sports, crafts, field trips and more. Advanced reservations are required. Please contact the Spa Activities desk for further details on the August 1-5 adventures awaiting your children. Call (800) 748-3030 ext. 5416 or 3431.

Spa Services – Ext. 5732

Reserve time for you or your spouse to relax and rejuvenate in our luxurious spa.

Spa Special - All MBS attendees or family members receive 10% off each Spa service. Please call Wendy at (800) 748-0303 ext. 5732 or e-mail wdowney@gtresort.com to reserve your Spa service. Mention “MBS” to receive this special rate (based on availability).

Reservations can be made by calling (800) 748-0303.

Other Traverse City Hotels

In addition to housing at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, we have blocked accommodations at the following hotels. You must mention Center for Automotive Research/Management Briefing Seminars (MBS) to each hotel to qualify for the conference rate. Rates are valid through June 30; they are subject to change after that date.

Other information is available from the Traverse City Convention and Visitors Bureau, (800) 872-8377.

Transportation

The Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport is served by Northwest, United and American Airlines. The airport is about 15 minutes from the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa. The Resort has shuttle bus service to and from the airport. Please call the Resort to make shuttle bus arrangements (800) 748-0303 or (231) 938-2100. The airport has a direct phone line to the Resort's shuttle service.

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