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Take to the water in a kayak

You don’t necessarily have to go out to the Great Lakes to take to the waters. Kayak tours of the East River are available, taking you along the network of Creekside canals. Many tours, such as those provided by Riverside Kayak Connection (tel: +1 734 285 2925; www.riversidekayak.com) depart from Belle Isle State Park.

Taste the best wine Michigan has to offer

Michigan has a thriving wine industry, and there is no shortage of places to sample a few vintages. Most of the region’s 60 wineries offer free tastings, and you can find out the whats and the wheres from Detroit Wine Tasting (www.detroitwinetasting.com).

Travel the Motor City by bike

Perhaps surprisingly given its industrial reputation, Detroit is one of the world's best biking cities. It has extensive cycling networks together with greenways and trails, and the city's biking history stretches back to the late 19th century. Speak to the guys at Wheelhouse Detroit (www.wheelhousedetroit.com) to get yourself sorted with some wheels.

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Doubletree Hotel Dearborn

Conveniently located off the Southfield Expressway, near the Detroit Metro Airport, this business hotel has plenty of features to assist business travellers, such as Wi-Fi access and a 24-hour business centre. There are indoor and outdoor pools and an executive fitness centre at the hotel, as well as a restaurant and a meeting and banquet space.

The Inn on Ferry Street

This hotel brings together four separate buildings, each dating back to the 19th century. It’s essentially a bed and breakfast complex, with individually decorated rooms and comfy lounges with real fireplaces. The hotel also offers its guests a complimentary shuttle service within a 9km (5.6 miles) radius, though you’re within walking distance of many attractions.

Townsend Hotel

This trendy hotel located in the leafy Birmingham area of Detroit is perfect for star spotting. Celebrities like Paul McCartney have booked lavish suites at the hotel when in town, and many other performers choose the European-style elegance of the Townsend for their stay. The award-winning Rugby Grille restaurant serves contemporary American and European cuisine as well as afternoon tea.

The Atheneum Suite Hotel Detroit

This grand property’s location in Greektown is not taken lightly in terms of interior décor: you will find Greek revival touches and portraits of Greek mythology throughout. As the name suggests, the hotel offers suites only, and the 174 rooms have marble baths and the usual modern conveniences. There is no restaurant, but the hotel is situated close to a wide choice of eateries.

Dearborn Inn

Opened in 1931, this is actually the world’s first airport hotel, and though that specific airport has long since gone, the hotel retains a certain cachet. The Georgian building enjoys a plum location within 9 hectares (23 acres) of landscaped gardens, and feels like an oasis and an escape from the urban clamour. The hotel has two restaurants and a pool.

Holiday Inn Detroit Downtown

As well as a good range of value rooms, this well-located hotel has a choice of suites with their own kitchens if you plan to stay longer. A 24-hour business centre and full breakfast service are also big pluses, and you’re not far from the conveniences of downtown.

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