Michigan Golf Journal July 2021

Grand Traverse Resort & Spa A Golfers’ Up North Playground By Tom Lang It’s pretty common in golf circles to hear the name Grand Traverse Resort and Spa and automatically think ‘ buddy’s trip. ’ And while that is certainly true, when I think of the Resort my thoughts quickly range from family reunions to the Detroit Red Wings training camp; from the historic PGA Michigan Open and charity golf outings – to the nightlife of Traverse City or the Turtle Creek Casino – and from outdoor recreation to indoor pools, spa and tennis. In other words, the Resort can offer all those things and more. Grand Traverse Resort and Spa is a large property that can handle weddings, large business conferences and over 400 golfers all at one time – but for me I never feel like the place is so big you lose the personal feeling of a home away from home. It’s been almost two decades since my extended family celebrated my parents’ 50 th wedding anniversary at the Resort. It worked out great for each family to have their own room but also come together in a large suite to hang out, play games Michigan Golf Journal Cover story