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Detroit is one of those interesting cities that is universally denounced by the masses but truly loved by a few. I am not part of the latter. But I am a born and bred (metro) Detroiter and have found the charm in this lost treasure. For the most part Detroit is a shell of its former glory, but next to the demolition-marked brownstones are a few goldmines surrounded by one of America’s most affluent counties. Detroit’s highlights include a wonderful Greektown, several busy casinos, more...

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Shopping Detroit Stay suburban by katriny from NY If you visit Detroit do no stay in the city centre. Rather stay in the suburb of Birmingham. There is a great hotel there called the The Townsend. Thats the nice place to stay in... More
Festivals \| Music Detroit Character and history by aleks from OH I regularly visit Detroit and absolutely love this city. Unfortunately Detroit often gets bad reputations but if a visitor is willing to soak in the experience on their own... More
What To Avoid Detroit Detroit: Avoid if possible by travelgirl from NY Detroit is an industrial-type city in Michigan and is one of the saddest places I have ever seen (and I've been to New Jersey!). Some areas are deserted and shut down and the... More
Gambling \| Music \| Sightseeing \| Shopping \| Sports \| Music \| Shopping Detroit My Bittersweet Home Detroit by andreafez from NY Detroit is one of those interesting cities that is universally denounced by the masses but truly loved by a few. I am not part of the latter. But I am a... More


May 25, 2007 davenjill1 has asked: Looking for something to do while in Detroit Destinations: Detroit, Michigan 2 responses \| Updated: June 3, 2007


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