- Michigan, also known as "The Great Lakes State," has a thriving tourism industry that brings in about $17.5 billion per year in revenue, according to Absolutemichigan.com, a local informational site. In addition to numerous contributing factors like the country's largest freshwater coastline and a bevy of historical landmarks and attractions, visitors are drawn to the state because of its top-quality casinos, many of which are centered in the Detroit metropolitan area. The most popular casinos include Motor City, Greektown and the MGM Grand Detroit, with several bus lines providing trips to and from these high-profile destinations.
- This family-owned charter company established in 1964 has the largest fleet of deluxe buses in the state and only employs extensively trained drivers and award-winning mechanics. Both one day and multi-day trips are offered to Michigan area casinos like Soaring Eagle, Greektown and Caesars Windsor. Large groups can charter a bus and create their own trip. All 56 buses are spacious, climate controlled and equipped with a restroom. They also feature amenities such as DVD players and monitors for watching movies, stereo cassette players, reclining seats and large windows.
Lakefront Lines
P.O. Box 81172
13315 Brookpark Road
Cleveland, OH 44181
(216) 267-8810
lakefrontlines.com - This luxury bus line provides trips to and from the famous Greektown Casino, with 12 convenient pick-up locations throughout the greater Detroit area. More recently, the company has also added trips to Fire Keepers casino from Ann Arbor, Jackson, Owosso and Lansing. All buses are 2004 models or newer and have a seating capacity of between 29 and 56 passengers. Travelers can make use of overhead luggage racks, adjustable seats with head and foot rests, DVD players with color monitors, cup holders and free Wi-Fi access.
Indian Trails
1407 S. Dort Highway
Flint, MI 48503
(800) 292-3831
indiantrails.com - This high-quality bus line employs some of the area's top expert drivers and offers daily chartered trips to nearly all Michigan casinos. Each motor coach in the fleet is spacious and features soft, comfortable seating, restrooms and large windows from which to enjoy panoramic views. In addition, travelers can search for specific day and overnight trips via the website's keyword search function.
Travel Treasures & Tours Inc.
26326 Van Born Road
Dearborn Heights, MI 48180
(313) 292-6300
bustours4u.com - Drivers Against Drunk Drivers operates this local charter bus and limousine company, which provides budget-conscious travelers with trips to and from Little River Casino Resort in Manistee. Transportation options range from large, fully equipped motor coaches to stretch H2 Hummers to smaller shuttle and party buses. Special package deals are available in conjunction with certain overnight accommodations.
DADDS Magic Bus
407 Turner NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(800) 258-3646
dadds.com - This sleek, luxury bus service has more than 40 years of experience and provides travel to and from Motor City Casino, with several pick-up destinations throughout Michigan and Ohio. All passenger buses in the fleet contain seating for between 46 and 57 passengers, with amenities that include reclining seats, restrooms, AM/FM stereo, DVD player, video monitors, air conditioning, overhead reading lights and spacious storage compartments.
Blue Lakes Charters & Tours
12154 N. Saginaw Road
Clio, MI 48420
(800) 282-4287
bluelakes.com - Travelers can choose from weekend, evening and overnight trips to four of western Michigan's top casinos: Soaring Eagle, Little River, Fire Keepers and Four Winds. While ticket prices are competitive, this company has also quickly earned a reputation for providing quality service aboard its handsome fleet of motor coaches. The company allows walk-ons, though it strongly recommends reservations.
Lucky 777 Coach
13550 White Creek Avenue
Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(800) 459-2788
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