Discovery Cruises

11/10/2024

Zonta Club of Traverse City Festival of Trees Special! Last day to purchase a $50 Gift Certificate for a cruise on The Discovery and get a $100 value! ⛴️

That is a 2 for 1 Special! Buy a ticket for a Daily Signature Tour and get a second one for free!

You can purchase online or in person at the Festival of Trees at the Grand Traverse Mall before 4pm on Sunday, November 10!

Great Christmas Gift idea!

The Holiday Spirit rings strong today as guess who is expected Festival of Trees Presented by the Zonta Club of Traverse City Today, SUN 12-4 Grand Traverse Mall!!

Come Shop For A Cause while the kiddos or young at heart can visit and take pictures with our special guests from the North Pole and create a special holiday craft!

Heartfelt Thank Yous to our Tall Tree gallery hosts: Come out today to VOTE!

Dream Team Traverse City. CC Jewelers Old Town Playhouse GTA Children's Garden Discovery Cruises Tom's Food Markets Women's Resource Center Thrift Shop. Grand Traverse Industries TC Nourish Morse Moving & Storage The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park Child and Family Services of Northwestern Michigan Premier Floral Design & Gift Emporium
Challenge Island, Babicas Perogis, Waters Edge Gymnastics, and Leelanau Pottery Co.

11/07/2024

We got a sneak peak into the elves workshop and there are so many silent auction items that will make great Christmas gifts! Make plans to attend ...

Zonta Club of Traverse City is a local and international organization of professionals empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy. We envision a world in which women’s rights are recognized as human rights and every woman is able to achieve her full potential.

11/05/2024

Our friends on the other side of Leelanau Peninsula need everyone's support! This would be very sad for all.

"North Manitou is scheduled to close for 2025 and possibly longer while a new dock is built, and island village water and electric systems...."

The impending closure of North and South Manitou islands during a multi-year infrastructure project at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore may spell the end for a 107-year-old Michigan ferry service [Manitou Island Transit]."

107-year Manitou Island Transit service can’t survive extended closure, say owners.

11/05/2024

May thru October we have the most incredible crew but it doesn't end there! When we said " hey, bring your glue gun and creativity" -- they showed up with the same enthusiasm!

Please come to the Zonta Club of Traverse City Festival of Trees November 8-10 at Grand Traverse Mall !

Can you guess the theme of our tree?

Remember to vote!!

10/26/2024

When you can't get out on a boat tour, enjoy this scenic drive that goes right past Discovery Pier !

In the Spring, Summer, or Fall you can begin or end this tour with a ride on The Discovery! ⛴️

Thank you Awesome Mitten for this suggestion!

10/21/2024

The Discovery will be crossing under the Mighty Mac in about 5 minutes! Check out the live cam...

West Michigan Live Camera: Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry, Mackinaw City Live Video Courtesy of 9&10 News Click the below thumbnails to launch the live video stream

10/21/2024

And that's a wrap for the 2024 season! Our Bay Sightseeing Tour on Sunday, October 21 was the last one of the season and if you were on it I think you would agree it was a home run! The weather, the guests, the fall colors, the crew -- splendid!

Today we have a small crew of three ( Captain Jack Muhleck, Marc McCombs, and Brian Plamondon ) making the long 11-12 hour trek to Mackinac Marine Services in St. Ignace where The Discovery will be hauled out and tucked away for the winter.

We are incredibly grateful to the guests that cruised with us, the friends that supported us, our Pier partners at Discovery Pier, but especially our amazing crew! They work long hours in all types of weather and deliver 5-star service with a smile everyday!

Although the boat is out of the water we are still answering the phones everyday to book groups and private charters, sell gift certificates, and t-shirts. We will have our Daily Signature Cruise calendar open April 1 -- follow us to keep up-to-date!

With Gratitude,

Jennifer, Tawny, & Caroline

10/14/2024

This will be the last Wine on the Water Cruise of the 2024 Season!

Experience the best of our area during a wine tasting offered by a local wine expert from Rove Estate. As we cruise the bay, the beautiful backdrop will serve as the perfect pairing to a flight of 4 Rove wines.

Your ticket includes a light snack, a souvenir glass, a flight of 4 Rove wines, and a beautiful cruise around West Grand Traverse Bay. Additional beverages and snacks will be available for purchase, too.

Tickets are limited so reserve your spot ASAP at www.discoverycruisestc.com

10/02/2024

Book your 🍂 Fall Color Tour 🍁 of West Grand Traverse Bay!

Narrated Sightseeing Tours Tuesday - Sunday at 1:30pm 🛳
Wine - Down Wednesday every week at 5:30pm 🥂
Sunset Cruises Friday and Saturdays at 5:30pm 🌅

Now thru October 20th! Reserve your ticket before the season is over!

It's always sunny 😎 on The Discovery!

visit our website discoverycruisestc.com for more information

09/20/2024

Celebrate the lives of pets you've lost with the support of like-minded pet owners. Get all the details here:

Pet Memorial Sunset Cruise

Date: Fri, Oct 18 • 5:30 PM EDT

Location: 13271 South West Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pet-memorial-sunset-cruise-tickets-988990185267?aff=ebdsshother&utm_share_source=listing_android

09/20/2024

Handicap parking on The Discovery? ✔️ We welcome passengers of all ages and abilities!

Offering daily sightseeing, sunset, and specialty cruises mid-May thru late October

09/19/2024

We are looking forward to this very special event with Riley's Candles and Earthly After ! Sign up now!

We had some special guests on the show today! Thank you to Josh from Riley's Candles and Jamie from Earthly After for coming in to talk about the Pet Memorial Sunset Cruise on Friday, October 18th! Celebrate the cherished pets who brought joy to our lives as we sail together on October 18th from 5:30-8:30 PM at Discovery Pier.
This unique event offers space to grieve, reflect, and honor the memories of our beloved pets in nature. Your ticket includes a Natural Memorialization Kit, a Framed Pet Life Story, and more. Reserve your spot before September 30th for full customization. Let’s remember, heal, and find peace in nature. 💛 Details! 👇

https://www.facebook.com/events/2465663490290012/?ref=newsfeed

09/11/2024

Wine down your Wednesday...

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10/30/2023

With The Discovery put to bed for the winter, we have time to travel and seek out inspiration.

Travel is a great way to get a fresh perspective and uncover new ideas.

Here are some snaps from a recent trip to Paris, France and Lake Garda, Italy.

Would any of these work on West Grand Traverse Bay?

10/27/2023

What an awesome season we had! If you were on the Paint Grand Traverse Artist Demo Cruise last June, you may have met Artist Kari Ganoung Ruiz Art of Interlaken, New York. Kari started her week painting on Discovery Cruises then she went on to win Best of Show for one of her paintings! Congratulations, !

She is a beautiful person and creates beautiful paintings! Check out her lovely art!

Follow Discovery Cruises to join us on the 2024 Paint Grand Traverse Artist Demo & Cruise! Thanks to !

10/22/2023

🌟 Captain's Log, Season One Recap 🚢✨

Ahoy, fellow adventurers! As the sun sets on our inaugural season as proud co-owners of The Discovery, we find ourselves awash in gratitude. What a journey it has been! 🌅⚓

A massive shout-out to our incredible crew – the heart and soul of this seafaring saga. Your dedication and hard work made every wave a triumph and every sunset a memory to cherish. 🙌🌊

To our cherished friends, family, and community, your unwavering support buoyed our spirits and fueled our passion. We couldn't have set sail without you all on board. 🤗❤️

And to our fantastic guests, you transformed ordinary days into extraordinary adventures. Your smiles and laughter were the wind in our sails, keeping The Discovery gracefully cruising West Grand Traverse Bay. 🌈😄

But hold onto your tricorns, mates! The tale doesn't end here. 📜🔮 We're already plotting a course for 2024, and the horizon looks promising! 🚀 Exciting events, breathtaking sunsets, and new discoveries await.

As winter's chill settles in, warm your hearts with anticipation – gift certificates for next summer are now available! 🎁 And keep your spyglasses trained on our online store, where nautical treasures await, from stylish merch to maritime essentials.

By year's end, our 2024 calendar will unfurl, revealing a tapestry of adventures to come. Brace yourselves for fresh surprises and unforgettable events on The Discovery! 🗓️🎉

Fair winds and following seas, dear shipmates. Until we meet again beneath the endless sky, let the countdown to 2024 begin! ⏳⚓

Jennifer, Tawny, and Caroline

10/20/2023

Have you experienced the Fall colors from West Grand Traverse Bay? There are only a couple of days left in the season so make plans to jump onboard now!

10/19/2023