Exclusive Event Lodging Package

Book Your Stay. Unlock an Experience You Can't Buy Anywhere Else.

When you book your Traverse City Food & Wine getaway through Traverse City Tourism, you'll have the exclusive opportunity to add a special ticket package that isn't available anywhere else.

For the same price as a standard Grand Tasting ticket, you'll receive admission to The Grand Tasting plus exclusive access to Susan's Picks: Favorite 5—an intimate wine tasting hosted by internationally acclaimed wine critic Susan Kostrzewa.

This special ticket package is only available when you reserve your lodging through this booking experience.

Book your stay, add your exclusive ticket package, and enjoy two unforgettable Food & Wine experiences.

Why Book Through This Package?

An Exclusive Bonus Experience

Your enhanced ticket includes admission to:

Susan's Picks: Favorite 5

Friday, August 21 | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM

Join internationally acclaimed wine critic and former Wine Enthusiast editor-in-chief Susan Kostrzewa for an intimate tasting featuring five of her favorite northern Michigan wines.

Instead of a formal seminar, this relaxed experience offers insider stories, personal recommendations, and a fresh perspective on the wines that continue to put the Traverse City region on the map.

This event is only available through this exclusive lodging package.

The Grand Tasting

Saturday, August 22 | 1:00–4:00 PM

Experience the signature event of Traverse City Food & Wine.

Sample more than 100 local wines, craft beverages, ciders, beers, spirits, cocktails, and non-alcoholic offerings while enjoying exceptional dishes from northern Michigan chefs and food producers. Watch live cooking demonstrations hosted by Amy Smart and Carter Oosterhouse, explore culinary booths, meet regional makers, and take in breathtaking views of West Grand Traverse Bay.

It's an afternoon that celebrates everything that makes Traverse City one of the country's premier culinary destinations.

Reserve Your Stay & Unlock Exclusive Access

Book your accommodations today and add this exclusive ticket package during checkout.

Included With Your Exclusive Ticket Package

Admission to Susan's Picks: Favorite 5 & The Grand Tasting

Available only when booking lodging through Traverse City Tourism

Wine pours at Traverse City Food & Wine

How It Works

Step 1

Click here to enter the booking engine and select your preferred dates.

Choose your lodging property and room type, then click "Reserve".

Step 2

In the "Explore Extras" step, click on "Grand Tasting + Susan’s Picks: Favorite Five".

Select your desired ticket types and then click "Continue to Checkout". Your tickets will be added to your order.

Note: Tickets are limited to a maximum of six per booking.

Step 3

Complete your reservation.

You will receive your tickets in a separate email from Traverse City Tourism.

Step 4

Enjoy the exclusive "Susan's Picks: Favorite Five" event on Friday, August 21st, and the Grand Tasting on Saturday, August 22nd.

Each ticket will include a single QR code that will be scanned to access both events.

Have Questions About the Booking Process?

Please call 231-252-0291 to speak with one of our dedicated reservation experts.