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Maybe it’s the talk of the Chicago Bears’ training camp. Or maybe it’s the ads for back-to-school supplies and end-of-summer sales. All of a sudden I’m thinking about where to go for a fall getaway that is within six hours of Chicago. Planning the trip now helps get through the “dog days” of summer.<\/p>\n

\"Traverse
Traverse City, MI is a fall escape.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

On the map, (yeah, I still like atlases) the Michigan town of Traverse City may seem far, but I have made it up to TC in time for lunch. I love this town any time of year, but it’s still my top Midwest choice for fall.<\/p>\n

I leave home in the northern suburbs early enough to do breakfast in Saugatuck then head east to Grand Rapids where I pick up US 131. Its bordering forests and little traffic make it a relaxing drive up US Highway 115 that is a perfect angle west to State Highway 37, the main road into TC.<\/p>\n

After dumping a travel bag and stuff at my lodging (more on this later), I feel my shoulders relax as I thread my way around the rolling, vine-covered landscape of the Old Mission Peninsula that starts at the east end of TC. Over every hill waits another glimpse of the sparkling waters of Grand Traverse Bay.<\/p>\n

\"Over
Over every hill is another spectacular view when hiking or driving Old Mission Peninsula in Traverse City.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Or I head up the Leelanau Peninsula at the west end of TC to meander along the lapping shores of the Bay\u2019s West Arm to Suttons Bay for lunch at Martha\u2019s Leelanau Table, a small restaurant favored by the locals. Her arbor covered terrace is perfect for planning which winery<\/a> to go to first.<\/p>\n

Due to the two peninsulas\u2019 prime clime location on the 45th<\/sup> parallel, soil and water protection from the Bay and nearby Lake Michigan, the land here has produced an abundance of cherries (home of the National Cherry Festival) apples and grapes. Translated, that means there are excellent wineries on both the Leelanau<\/a> and Old Mission<\/a> Peninsulas.<\/p>\n

The shops here in Suttons Bay beckon with colorful banners and signs after lunch. Around the corner from Martha’s is the excellent Suttons Bay Bike Shop<\/a> which I may return to if I decide to bike north to the Grand Traverse Lighthouse<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Grand
Grand Traverse Lighthouse on Leelanau Peninsula<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Back to the B&B to relax and make dinner reservations. This time I’m staying on the outskirts of Suttons Bay at Black Star Farms<\/a> which has a nice habit of serving a free glass of wine and nosh during the cocktail hour and also does terrific breakfasts.<\/p>\n

Where to make reservations for dinner. Hmm, maybe Sorellina\u2019s<\/a> because of its really good veal dishes and it is in downtown TC so I could work off dinner exploring Front Street.<\/p>\n

Since my other two faves probably need more time than I have today, tomorrow, I\u2019ll probably do the teeny, tiny Cooks House<\/a> which creates innovative, but yummy ways to prepare locally sourced ingredients.\u00a0 Then, it’s the Boat House<\/a> for its good food and views the next day.<\/p>\n

\"Chateau
Chateau Chantal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The city has lots of places to stay whether looking for something in town, on Traverse City Bay or staying at a winery on the Mission Peninsula. Check out the Traverse City Visitor Center<\/a> for lodging choices.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve stayed at the BayShore Resort<\/a> which I liked for its beach and indoor pool, and Wellington Inn<\/a> because of its charm and good breakfast.<\/p>\n

However, I\u2019m thinking of staying at Chateau Chantal<\/a> on the Mission Peninsula next time for its views and it reminds me of a chateau in the Loire Valley. Maybe next time I’ll hike to the Mission Point Lighthouse<\/a> on the Mission Peninsula.<\/p>\n

Guess there will be the next time.<\/p>\n

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