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Introducing Travel N the D: Legacy & Lunch Tours—a signature experience from Travel N Luxe, curated by professional travel advisor Meika Jaye Cole. We specialize in crafting high-end, consultative journeys, and this Detroit tour is no exception.

Step onto our luxury bus and leave the details to us. We’ve meticulously curated every stop to provide an intimate look at the people, places, and moments that defined Detroit’s history. This inaugural tour on Sunday, June 28, 2026, is more than an excursion; it's an exclusive opportunity to connect with the city's legacy in a way that is profoundly personal and effortlessly luxe.

The Experience Includes:

​🚐 Luxury Transport: Roundtrip service from Bloomfield Hills in a premium 25 - seat passenger Sprinter.

​🍕 The Original Hit: A deep dive into the history of Buddy’s Pizza (with the legendary square-slice tasting).

​🌭 The Great Rivalry: An iconic stop to settle the debate: Lafayette vs. American Coney Island.

​🧇 The Soul of the City: A featured brunch experience at Fixins Soul Kitchen in historic Paradise Valley.

​🥐 The Sweet Finish: Hand-picked artisanal pastries from Astoria in Greektown.

​✨ The Curation: Expert historical storytelling and a "Luxe" vibe curated for the Travel N Tribe.

10:00 a.m: Arrival 6175 North Adams Rd. Bloomfiled Hills, MI 48304

10:30 a.m: Departure to Detroit from Oakland County

11:00 a.m: Self-Drivers: Arrive at Financial District Garage at 131 W. Lafayette Boulevard, Detroit, MI 

(Parking is NOT included in the ticket. Participant MUST self paid using parking.com)

Our journey begins in the heart of Downtown, where the Greek immigrant experience gave birth to the legendary "Coney Challenge." In 1917, the Keros brothers fueled the auto workers of the Industrial Revolution with a simple, chili-topped hot dog. Today, the corner of Lafayette and Michigan Avenue remains a living museum of that competitive immigrant spirit, standing as a testament to the people who literally built the Motor City. 

• American Coney Island (1917)
• Lafayette Coney Island (1924)

As Detroit became the Arsenal of Democracy, the city's innovation moved from the assembly line to the kitchen. In 1946, Detroiters began repurposing blue-steel utility trays from the auto plants to bake the now-iconic square pizza, while in Southwest Detroit, the burgeoning Mexicantown district became a beacon of resilience. Neighborhood anchors like Armando’s proved that community investment and family recipes could sustain a city through decades of transformation.

• Buddy's Pizza (1946)
• Armando's (1947)

Through the mid-century, Detroit’s historic enclaves like Greektown evolved from residential neighborhoods into vibrant social hubs. Landmarks like Astoria Pastry Shop became the gatekeepers of cultural heritage, inviting a new generation of Detroiters to share in the traditions of those who came before. These districts didn't just survive—they became the heartbeat of the city’s nightlife and collective memory.

• Astoria Pastry Shop (1971)

Today, the Detroit story is coming full circle. In the historic Paradise Valley, the sophisticated revival of Black-owned business at Fixins Soul Kitchen pays homage to the legendary "Northern Soul" of the Great Migration. This tour isn't just about food; it's a celebration of the diverse, resilient, and entrepreneurial soul that continues to define the Great Detroit Comeback.

• Fixins Soul Kitchen (2024)