With a simple turn of the key, it springs into life. Creating a guttural sound that seems to emanate from the toes, vibrate through your core, and tickle the primal nodes of the brain. This is a rumbling engine that not only speaks of the car, but it also speaks of an era. A time when big, heavy cars ruled the road. It was 1968 when this Ford Galaxie convertible came off the assembly line with untarnished vibrant red paint. Today the car shows some of its years on the road, but it has a classic beauty. It welcomes passengers to a spacious, leather-clad, back seat. The driver views the road over a sea of the red hood.
Category - Things to Do
Three places to celebrate the season with small-town Christmas charm
Tuesday, November 1, 2022 8:00 AM by Traverse City Tourism
Tickets to “The Nutcracker” at the famed Interlochen Center for the Arts, snowshoeing the trails around the Village at Grand Traverse Commons, spending the night in the historic Hotel Frankfort while it’s all decked out in Christmas décor...the list of unique yuletide experiences in the Traverse City area goes on.
Allow us to introduce you to the “Staycation”
Wednesday, October 12, 2022 11:00 AM by Hannah Schramski
Experience the full range of fun and relaxation that a vacation has to offer, minus the added stress of long-distance travel. The Traverse City area is teeming with events and activities this fall season, and planning your own staycation is a wonderful way to enjoy the bounties of Northern Michigan without needing to buy plane tickets or step foot in the airport. There’s no need to wander far from home when you live near Traverse City: it’s exactly where we should be.
Three Fall Food Day Trips in Traverse City
Thursday, September 29, 2022 9:00 AM by Claire Butler
Craving cool days and warm apple cider? A town steeped in food and farming culture, Traverse City offers incredible opportunities to connect with your food – even to the point of picking it yourself! These three fall afternoon trips are perfect for finding bright foliage, perfect sips, and great
Set sail on the Inland Seas Tall Ship
Thursday, August 11, 2022 2:00 PM by Hannah Schramski
On a slightly overcast but pleasantly warm day in July, I set sail on the Inland Seas 77-foot schooner with the Inland Seas Educational Association. I arrived in Suttons Bay as a mere resident of Northern Michigan but emerged from the boat as a Great Lakes scientist.
Plan the Perfect Picnic in Traverse City
Wednesday, August 3, 2022 1:00 PM by Hannah Schramski
August is National Picnic Month! At the crossroads of cuisine and the outdoors, the picnic is the perfect union of two of the best things that Traverse City has to offer. Here is a guide compiled by a local to the finest picnicking spots in the area coupled with suggestions of go-to markets and eateries to fulfill the all-important food element of your idyllic, summer picnic.
Back To Family Roots
Tuesday, June 28, 2022 12:00 PM by Mike Kent
One bite is all it takes. One bite when the red juice drips down your chin and you rotate your face so the sweet nectar doesn’t stain your shirt. Take that first bite of a northern Michigan strawberry and you will be spoiled for life. No other berry will compare. The problem is this sweet strawberry season only lasts a little over two weeks. After the harvest, you count the days until the next season starts.
Selfie Assured: Most Instagramable Spots
Friday, June 17, 2022 1:00 PM by Charlotte Inda
When taking a trip to Traverse City, you will find plenty of beautiful places to capture a photo. All you need is your phone in hand.
Get your camera ready. Here’s our list of the most Instagramable Spots in TC:
A Man at the Spa
Thursday, February 24, 2022 9:00 AM by Jason Deegan
Photo credit: Crystal Mountain
Snap, crackle, pop!
“Was that your back?” my massage therapist asked in disbelief. “Yes,” came my meek, muffled reply before I slipped into a deep state of zen.
Fun In The Snow
Tuesday, February 1, 2022 1:00 PM by Traverse City Tourism
So many of us think of Traverse City as a warm-weather destination, a place of golden beaches, blue waters, and green forests. But here’s a little secret…winter up north is gorgeous too. You can hit the ski runs, snowshoe or hike through the woods, or just curl up with a cozy glass of wine and watch the snowfall.