Calling all Midwest Princesses and Bears from the Dunes: Traverse City, Michigan, should be on your “must visit” list for LGBTQ+ friendly destinations!

Queerness exists everywhere and that includes the Cherry Capital of the World. We spent a long weekend exploring the city and found it to be a treasure trove of rainbows, community, and LGBTQ+ owned and inclusive businesses. Plus, the opportunity to celebrate their local Pride? Simply the cherry on top!

So, whether you’re visiting for pride, a “gaycation”, or a staycation, here are 10 ways to uplift the LGBTQ+ community year-round in Traverse City!