40 Years of Golf & Grounds

Game day excitement meets resort relaxation! Discover how Grand Traverse Resort and the Detroit Lions create a winning experience both on and off the field in their new partnership. This episode of the Barefoot podcast features Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino. Brown is a former Lion and the team's current color analyst and host of Sports Wrap on 760 WJR. Bellino is the in-game host for the team and host of Sports Wrap on 760 WJR.

Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) is your gateway to Northern Michigan. Located 10 minutes from Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, Cherry Capital Airport offers 20 nonstop flights on six airlines. Learn more about the airport's incredible growth and how they share stories of Traverse City across the world.

It takes an incredible team and a lot of time to maintain not only three championship golf courses, but also 950 acres of property. Paul Galligan leads the Resort's Golf & Grounds team and has been working here for more than 40 years. He shares the inside scoop on what it takes to get the courses ready for the season and keep them in great shape while hosting thousands of golfers.

Elevate your senses, calm your mind and renew your soul at northern Michigan’s premier spa destination. Whether you’re looking for a midweek pick-me-up, a day of complete relaxation, or a spa weekend getaway, Spa Grand Traverse has the perfect treatment or package. With a wide array of services—including massage therapies, skin care, nail care, and hair artistry—we are here to provide you with peace of mind, body, and spirit.

Experience Igloo Dining at the Clubhouse at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa this winter season! Our heated igloos offer a cozy and intimate setting for you and your loved ones to enjoy a meal for any occasion. Adorned with soft blankets, plush cushions, and charming lights, each igloo is a haven of comfort and style. Don't miss the opportunity to create lasting winter memories.

It's the most wonderful time of the year at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa! From our 19-foot Christmas tree to the homemade gingerbread house, learn about the elves who work behind the scenes to deck the halls and bring Christmas magic to everyone who visits.

Our $10.5 million Hotel renovation is complete! Learn about our king and queen bedrooms, new junior suites, and expansive hospitality suites, plus special room amenities and design details that will make your next stay a grand experience.

The Special Olympics Michigan Winter Games have been at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa for more than a dozen years. In this episode of the Barefoot podcast, learn more about what the organization does, the incredible athletes, dedicated coaches, and passionate volunteers. Plus, how the entire team at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa rallies behind SOMI.

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa has always been known as northern Michigan's premier resort destination for things like meetings and events, golf, and the spa, but in this episode of the Barefoot Podcast, we'll tell you how we are becoming Traverse City's sports hub. 

As northern Michigan's premier golf, tennis, fitness, and social hub, The Club at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa attracts friendly, energetic residents from Traverse City and surrounding areas.   Club members have access to three championship golf courses, an award-winning tennis program, pickle ball courts, fitness classes, indoor and outdoor pools, and discounts across the Resort property.