Located 15 minutes from Morpace, Birmingham streets are lined with trees, historic architecture, seasonal flower boxes, and offer a wide assortment of shops including clothing and accessories, furs, jewelry, home furnishings, art & antiques, books and music, and unique gifts from traditional to trendy. 15 Mile Road between Telegraph and Woodward, Birmingham. Chamber of Commerce 248-644-1700.

Shopping in downtown Birmingham is complemented by the expansion of the nearby Somerset Collection in Troy. Somerset South and the new Somerset North offer upscale indoor shopping at stores with familiar — and not so familiar names. Located on Big Beaver East of Woodward Avenue and West of I-75, Troy, 248-643-6360.

When you shop at Laurel Park Place in Livonia, you'll discover a unique shopping experience. With over 70 exceptional stores, services and restaurants, Laurel Park Place is truly a find...large enough to have your favorite store, yet intimate enough to offer ease of shopping in a relaxing, enjoyable atmosphere. Located on Six Mile Road, just one-quarter mile east of I-275. 37700 West Six Mile Road, Livonia, 734-462-1100.

The Northville community is well situated for those who want to "get away from it all" but want the convenience of being relatively close to Morpace and the airport. They have managed to retain the charm and ambience of a small, 19th Century Michigan community. Their downtown is pedestrian-friendly, and filled with quaint shops and restaurants. Situated West of I-275 between Seven and Eight Mile Road. Chamber of Commerce 248-349-7640.

Twelve Oaks Mall is conveniently located at the intersection of three major highways, I-96, I-696 and I-275 in Novi. With nearly 180 fine stores, Twelve Oaks has been serving customers in the many affluent, fast-growing local communities since 1977. 27500 Novi Road, Novi, 248-348-9400.