Some of our lodging partners are offering special packages for the Taste the Passion weekend help February 4-5, 2012. We will continue to add packages to this page as we receive the information.

The Homestead will offer a Taste the Passion package that includes two nights lodging February 3rd to 5th, tickets to Friday night’s Art in Wine Country event at The Homestead, and two tickets to the Taste the Passion wine trail event Saturday and Sunday. Rates are $69 per person per night without skiing, and from $92 per person per night with skiing.

Taste the Passion at Whaleback Inn! Enjoy a quiet, relaxing getaway in the heart of Leelanau County Wine country. Your package includes two nights lodging, (1) complimentary Taste the Passion Couple’s ticket for two, and a bottle of Leelanau Peninsula wine. You may choose a room with a lake view, whirlpool or a cozy wood fireplace. Please view the website at www.whalebackinn.com and call us at 800-942-5322.

The Comfort Inn Taste the Passion package includes lodging on Friday and Saturday nights in a King Hot Tub Room, with a couple’s Taste the Passion ticket for (2) for just $190 plus tax. If you prefer a room with two queen beds, the price for the package would be $170 plus tax. With either package, stay Sunday night with us for just $45. To make reservations, please call 231-778-8000.

Enjoy two nights lodging on Friday and Saturday nights at Cambria Suites in a beautiful King Suite, with one couple’s tickets for the ‘Taste the Passion’ wine tour -all for $210.00 plus tax . Stay an additional night on Sunday for only $65.00 plus tax. To make reservations, please call 231-778-9000. Ask for Group code “Taste the Passion”.

Enjoy this great February Leelanau Peninsula wine event and treat you and your sweetheart to great accommodations at the Traverse Bay Inn. Third Night FREE when staying two nights… can’t stay the third night? Just plan on a leisurely morning and a late check out on your departure day. Just $253.00 + taxes for a King Jacuzzi Suite, first come first serve, when they are gone Fireplace or Queen Suites will be available. Package Includes: Two Nights Lodging for two PLUS the Third Night FREE if you like. Complimentary bottle of our Private Label Champagne, a rose, and two souvenir glasses along with Two Taste the Passion tickets! Only available by calling 800-968-2646 or 231-938-2646.

Your passion weekend at Vintage Earth Beach House starts with a sparkling bayside suite, a cozy crackling fireplace, along with the aroma and warmth of our complimentary mulled wine bar. Special weekend discounts on couples side by side Royal Massage. Taste the Passion tour tickets included. Rates from $89 per person, per night, based on minimum double occupancy, groups welcome.

Stay with Visit Up North Vacation Rentals and “Taste the Passion!” They’re offering lodging deals for the weekend of February 4-5 for the annual Leelanau Vintner’s Association Taste the Passion Wine and Chocolate event. One bedroom options for 2 people, 2 nights, 2 Taste the Passion tickets–$275.00. Two bedroom options for 4 people, 2 nights, 4 Taste the Passion tickets–$475.00. Want to stay a third night? Do so for free! Subject to availability. (800) 901-8922

Stay at the Bayshore Resort for your Taste the Passion weekend. Rates start at $125 + taxes for Friday or Saturday night, with discounts available for additional nights. Includes 2 tickets to Taste the Passion and a deluxe continental breakfast.

The newly renovated Econo Lodge of Traverse City offers Taste the Passion participants a rate of $159.90 + tax for a two night stay, plus two Taste the Passion tickets and a special gift at check in. Guests have their choice of rooms with one king bed or two queen beds. Rooms with spa tubs are available on a first come first served basis. To receive this rate, reservations must be made directly by calling 231-943-3040. They are located on the southwest side of Traverse City at Chums Corners.

Enjoy your Taste The Passion weekend at Best Western Four Seasons! Stay Friday & Saturday night in a deluxe queen or king room with in-room jacuzzi (choice of 3 styles), 24 hour access to their 11 ft deep indoor pool and a hot breakfast for just $180 plus tax. Call 800-499-3060 or 231-778-7000. Mention rate code: TTP for discount.

The Cherry Tree Inn & Suites has created a wonderful package to enjoy always exquisite Taste the Passion weekend. The package includes two nights in one of our Good Harbor Bay Studios (king pillow-top bed, two-person spa, fireplace, and balcony overlooking the bay), two tickets to Taste the Passion, and one box of locally made chocolate truffles. This is available for $278.50 plus tax. You can also get this package with any of their other 17 room types. Extra tickets can be added for $30 per ticket. Reserve on on their or call and ask for the Taste the Passion Package.

Enjoy your ‘Taste the Passion’ weekend at the Park Place Hotel in downtown Traverse City. Package includes lodging Friday & Saturday nights — a $25 gift card for Minervas Restaurant or the Beacon Lounge – and two tickets to the ‘Taste the Passion’ wine trail event Saturday & Sunday. Rates begin at $264.90 + tax per couple.  Call 231-946-5000 for your reservation, mention Taste the Passion!

Photo credit: Taste the Passion by lpwines.com