TRAVERSE CITY, MI - The holidays are inching closer, so that means we’re out scouting for good travel and adventure ideas that will give us a little respite before the busy festive season takes hold.

This year, many moms say, “No thanks!” to a formal Mother’s Day brunch. A survey of 5,000 moms finds good sleep and a spa day top the list of true Mother’s Day wishes. Combine her two favorites and ...