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hekela1206

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We are looking at a last minute, hopefully cancellation to pop up in RCI, what are your favorite resorts or area for a family vacation? We are in Michigan and only looking to drive around 8-12 hours.

Thanks everyone!
 

PamMo

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Hands down our favorite is Bluegreen's Wilderness Club at Big Cedar, in Ridgedale, MO (just south of Branson). It's a beautiful upscale resort and the larger units are really nice. There is a lot to do on the property if you like outdoor activities, as it's on the lake, with swimming, boating, fishing, pools, a lazy river, golfing, hiking, plus some very good restaurants. It's a great family destination (we don't even drive up to Branson).

https://www.bluegreenvacations.com/..._medium=organic&utm_campaign=GoogleMyBusiness

(We don't own there, but have traded in a few times.)
 

hekela1206

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Thank you!! I have Gatlinburg on the list but forgot about Branson!! Thank you
 

alexadeparis

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Glacier Canyon in Wisconsin Dells (or any Dells resort) or any Door county resort.
 

hekela1206

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Hands down our favorite is Bluegreen's Wilderness Club at Big Cedar, in Ridgedale, MO (just south of Branson). It's a beautiful upscale resort and the larger units are really nice. There is a lot to do on the property if you like outdoor activities, as it's on the lake, with swimming, boating, fishing, pools, a lazy river, golfing, hiking, plus some very good restaurants. It's a great family destination (we don't even drive up to Branson).

https://www.bluegreenvacations.com/..._medium=organic&utm_campaign=GoogleMyBusiness

(We don't own there, but have traded in a few times.)

I just checked out this resort! It looks right up our ally! Thanks
 

Greg G

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You might check out resorts at Lake of the Ozarks. I liked the Four Seasons Racquet & Country Club, even though it has slightly dated decor


Greg
 

Sugarcubesea

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We are looking at a last minute, hopefully cancellation to pop up in RCI, what are your favorite resorts or area for a family vacation? We are in Michigan and only looking to drive around 8-12 hours.

Thanks everyone!
My favorite resort is Pinestead Reef in TC
 
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