Bed and Breakfast - A Better Way to Stay

There is a myth among some travelers that B&B's are filled with lace doilies, paisley wallpaper, patchwork quilts, and shared baths. Nothing could be further from the truth. What may have existed in the 90's has been updated to reflect a variety of decor options. All around Michigan and every other state in the US, B&B innkeepers are offering exceptional hospitality, relaxing well-appointed accommodations and the attention to detail that generally does not exist in the hotel world.

First-time guests are usually amazed at how comfortable and relaxed they feel, as reflected in this review from a recent TripAdvisor posting about a visit to White Swan Inn. "My wife and I had never been to a B&B before and decided to go for our 3rd wedding anniversary. We are very glad we chose the White Swan Inn. It is beautiful, charming and we were so cozy in our room (so much so we overslept each day). The room is equipped with everything you want to relax indoors..."

Guest rooms at White Swan Inn include free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV with DVD player, and a selection of DVD's are available for guests to enjoy. Luxury amenities include Turkish cotton towels, soft elegant robes, hand-made soaps and of course a delicious breakfast. Many guest reviews comment on the relaxing accommodations, this review was posted at bedandbreakfast.com, "This was our first B&B and it was a great experience. The innkeepers were great, the food was delicious, and the rooms were beautiful. We may never stay at a hotel again."

Whether for business travel or pleasure, choose a B&B for your next reservation and experience the "Better Way to Stay" difference yourself.

Cajun Crawl - Blues Concert and Chili Cook-Off

Winter is still around but things are heating up Saturday, Feb. 26 with the Cajun Crawl at the Howmet Playhouse. Start off the evening at Pub 111 in downtown Whitehall with a Chili Cook-Off. $8 gets you chili options with all the fixings and dessert. Drink prices at Pub 111 are very reasonable. Chili served from 5:30 until it's gone!

Then "crawl" down the street to Howmet Playhouse (directly across the street from White Swan Inn) for a hot evening of cool blues. The Hawktones with legendary Grand Rapids blues artist, Junior Valentine will be rocking the house at 7:30 pm. Tickets are only $10!

Need more music? Head back to Pub 111 after the concert for King B and the Buzztones. Don't worry about finding a designated driver, book an overnight stay at White Swan Inn B&B and you can leave your car parked!