Welcome to the new downtown Traverse City! Several exciting changes are underway on Front Street and beyond, and we’re bringing you the scoop.
There’s no place like the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The towering bluffs, golden dunes, and turquoise waters take your breath away, even when you’ve been there a dozen times. This year, things are a little different at our favorite national park, but we have all the info you need to create a perfect trip.
It’s times like these that a local guide can point you in the right direction. Luckily, we’ve been creating one annually here in Northwest Michigan for over 16 years. The Local Food Guide debuted in June 2020 and now officially covers the entire state, so wherever you’re from, we’ve got the tips to explore Michigan’s food and beverage scene like a local.
Northern Michigan is THE place for the summer harvest. From our signature cherries to just about every fruit and veggie you can imagine, it’s all here. Our farmers markets also host local butchers, cheese makers, bakeries, and more. Yum!
We may never agree on where an apostrophe goes in Farmers/Farmer’s/Farmers’ Market—in fact, you’ll see different punctuation on the names below—but we certainly CAN agree that we love shopping all the fresh and fabulous options. Here are seven must-visit markets for your next visit up north.
It’s no surprise that the Fourth of July is going to look a little different this year. But while the big parades and firework shows are postponed to 2021, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate Independence Day in Traverse City.
Looking for an outdoor art experience? Head to downtown Traverse City, where murals and street art have begun to pop up to decorate the sides of buildings and illuminate alleyways. While there are more than just five murals downtown—and far more than that around the region—we chose five classics to start your art education.
Breweries and distilleries have reopened in northern Michigan, and we’re excited to explore the amazing beverages they’ve concocted. COVID-19 has introduced some changes to business as usual, so here are seven things to expect when you’re headed out for a beer or whiskey tasting.
Let’s get this said at the outset: When it comes to travel, I’m not a big fan of itineraries, bucket lists or checklists of any kind.
Vacations should be relaxing.
Summer is here, and it’s time to get your beach on. Below, find our top 10 tips for creating the best-ever day at the beach up north.
Summer is almost here, and we can’t wait to start exploring the great outdoors. From Pure Michigan waterways to soaring dunes to vibrant forests, northern Michigan has a bounty of open spaces to discover.
