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[MID-MICHIGAN]
CIRCLE MICHIGAN
MEMBERS
DMOs
EXPLORE FLINT & GENESEE
519 S. Saginaw St., Suite 200, Flint 48502
810-600-1456, exploreflintandgenesee.org
Courtney Irish, CMP, CTA,
cirish@flintandgenesee.org
Nestled in the heart of mid-Michigan, the
Flint and Genesee County area is an accommodating
locale. Enjoy the outdoors with
miles of waterways and hiking trails. Stop by
the Flint Institute of Arts' Hot Shop to watch
a glassblowing demonstration. Take time to
catch a show at the historic Capitol Theatre.
Check out the Flint Public Art Project's
colorful murals in downtown Flint. Venture
to any of picturesque small towns and cities
around the county for some boutique shopping
and craft dining.
FRANKENMUTH CONVENTION
& VISITORS BUREAU
635 S. Main St., Frankenmuth 48734
989-652-4562, frankenmuth.org
Lydia Wilder, groupsales@frankenmuth.org
Willkommen. In German, it means welcome,
and in Frankenmuth, your groups will
experience a place a place that's all about
being welcome. Welcome to playtime and
Christmastime all year long. In Michigan's
" Little Bavaria, " you'll find all the things
that make time together meaningful. It's a
place of horse-drawn carriages and covered
bridges. Of riverboat cruises and worldfamous
chicken dinners. Of big water parks
and small-town strolls. Come visit Frankenmuth.
You'll be welcomed with the warmth
of history, heritage, and happiness.
MICHIGAN'S GREAT LAKES BAY
REGIONAL CONVENTION &
VISITORS BUREAU
515 N. Washington Ave., Second Floor,
Saginaw 48607
800-444-9979, gogreat.com
Jill Shorkey, jill@gogreat.com
One visit to the six communities within the
Great Lakes Bay Region of Michigan will have
you yearning to return! There are so many
things to see and do in each community; you
can't take in the entire region with just one
visit. Learn about well-known architectural
leaders and their mansions, inventors and
their creations, and artists and their famous
works. Taste the gastronomical delicacies
and see the diverse cultural phenomena that
the region's forefathers left behind. And
don't forget to have fun while doing it all.
VISIT MUSKEGON
610 W. Western Ave., Muskegon 49440
231-402-1721, visitmuskegon.org
Amber Mae Petersen,
ambermae@visitmuskegon.org
Visit Muskegon for a variety of attractions,
including historic ships, a renowned art
museum, restored homes of lumber barons,
three maritime museums, and over 26 miles
of Lake Michigan beaches and dunes. Muskegon's
three state parks include Muskegon
Luge and Adventure Sports Park, which
offers a variety of outdoor programs for
groups. You'll find affordable lodging with
names you know and trust, independently
owned and -operated restaurants serving
fresh foods, and of course, spectacular Lake
Michigan sunsets.
Attractions
AQUASTAR CRUISES
560 Mart St., Muskegon 49440
231-903-0669, aquastarcruises.com
Patrick McKee, info@aquastarcruises.com
Join Aquastar Cruises for an afternoon on
the water or board after dinner for a beautiful
cruise into the sunset. Get away from the
world and explore Muskegon Lake and Lake
Michigan. Or, get the boat all to yourself
to celebrate a special occasion or company
outing with up to 150 of your friends.
Visit aquastarcruises.com for a complete
cruise schedule.
BRONNER'S CHRISTMAS
WONDERLAND
25 Christmas Lane, Frankenmuth 48734
989-652-9931, ext. 442 or 423,
bronners.com
Lori Libka, lori.libka@bronners.com
Wendy Taylor, wendy.taylor@bronners.com
Celebrate the joy of Christmas 361 days a
year at Bronner's CHRISTmas Wonderland®,
the World's Largest Christmas Store®,
located just 86 miles northwest of Detroit
in Frankenmuth. Guests of all ages enjoy
Bronner's fantasyland featuring shimmering
lights, sparkling ornaments, and
whimsical figures-a worldwide selection of
over 50,000 trims and gifts! The size of 1.7
football fields, Bronner's provides Christmas
lovers with a delightful shopping experience.
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Bronner's CHRISTmas Wonderland is known
as the world's largest Christmas store.
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http://www.aquastarcruises.com http://www.exploreflintandgenesee.org http://www.visitmuskegon.org http://www.aquastarcruises.com http://www.bronners.com http://www.frankenmuth.org http://www.gogreat.com http://www.CIRCLEMICHIGAN.COM
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