The Mackinac Island “Grand Experience” is a unique opportunity to stay at one of the finest and most historic hotel properties in America. Step back in time and experience a way of life that has all but disappeared. The Midland Parks and Recreation Department is able to offer you this wonderful opportunity through their affiliation with the Michigan Recreation and Park Association (mParks). The Mackinac Island “Grand Experience” is for individuals 50 years or older; spouses, sons, daughters and caregivers under 50 are also welcome.
2021 Grand Experience Fees
Room Type
Cost
Single Room
$1210
Double Room
$900/person
Triple Room
$900/person
Your trip includes:
Accommodations at the beautiful Grand Hotel for 3 nights (this includes baggage handling, taxes and gratuities)
Multi course dinner each evening
Free admission into Fort Mackinac immediately following the carriage tour
Full breakfast each morning
Horse drawn carriage tour (tip included)
Round trip ferry boat service (tip included)
Round trip horse drawn taxi to and from Grand Hotel from the ferry docks
Round trip motor coach transportation from Midland to Mackinaw City (tip included)
While at the Hotel, enjoy the following activities:
Evening entertainment and movies
Fudge bingo
Grand Hotel kitchen tour (extra fee required)
History lecture with Grand Hotel Historian
Night dancing with the Grand Hotel Orchestra
Nightly demitasse
Planned tournaments; bocce and golf putting and chipping
Self-guided walks
Special prices on bicycle rental, fudge and more!
Tea and cookies each afternoon
Writing and photography contests
Special lunch prices at Grand Hotel properties
Champagne reception
Free Golf on the Jewel (mandatory $25 cart fee)
Cost Comparison
Based on Double Occupancy
Cost of Trip Priced on Your Own
Cost of Grand Experience
Hotel Room (Category 2-mid-tier) and Meals (Breakfasts & Dinners)
$2,735
Included
Gas Costs (.56/mi) x 400 mi. round trip to Mackinac City (plus vehicle wear and tear)
