Michigan isn’t known for its warm winters so I wouldn’t claim that a winter vacation in Detroit is a must-do. Still, I had a great time visiting the downtown just before Christmas and found it heart-warmingly cheery.
Cold outside, warm inside
Th Cadillac Lounge is set up from Thanksgiving to Feb. 28, offering a warm place to have refreshments and play games.
Here’s Dodge Fountain, off for the winter, and the Michigan Labor statue behind it in Hart Plaza.
A side trip to Belle Island to see the cute aquarium.
If you’re longing for cute suburbs, the Pointes have charm and good shopping–local stores, some well-chosen chains, and Sanders chocolate.
Catherine Haustein 
Terrific photos! It looks like a fabulous time in Detroit. Thanks for sharing, and Happy 2019 to you and your family.
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In 2014 I attended a conference in Detroit at the Renaissance Center (I stayed at the Marriott there too):-). All of the locals I met were so gracious and helpful. You and your family have provided me with many more ideas for my next visit to Detroit. The African American History Museum, and the aquarium look especially fascinating!
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The Belle Isle aquarium is small and cute. Detroit also has a big and new aquarium but I haven’t been there. I, too, find the locals gracious.
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