Holland State Park in Michigan is one of the Midwest's most iconic summer destinations, known for its sugar-sand beaches, stunning Lake Michigan sunsets, and the famous Big Red lighthouse. Whether you are planning a camping trip, a beach day, or a weekend getaway,...
Looking for the best things to do in Traverse City, Michigan? This Northern Michigan destination on Grand Traverse Bay combines award-winning wineries, scenic Lake Michigan beaches, outdoor adventures, and one of the Midwest’s best food scenes. From exploring Sleeping...
Friday Mid-Afternoon 3:00 p.m. arrival In the spring, during Tulip Time, the first thing I like to do is head downtown and explore the Tulip Lanes. The Tulip Lanes during tulip bloom season, even before and after official festival dates, are a great place to see...
Holland, Michigan, has earned its reputation as America's top small-town festival destination for a good reason. During tulip season, downtown Holland's streets burst into vibrant colors as millions of tulip bulbs bloom. However, what brochures often omit is that the...
Sitting along the scenic Fox River in McHenry County, about an hour northwest of downtown Chicago, Algonquin, Illinois, has all the ingredients of a great small-town getaway: a walkable historic downtown, beautiful river views, and a restaurant scene that feels far...
Charlevoix is one of Northwest Michigan's most charming destinations, making it the perfect place for a waterfront weekend escape. This Charlevoix, Michigan, weekend itinerary highlights the town's best beaches, waterfront restaurants, historic landmarks, local...
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Amy Piper is a freelance travel writer, blogger, photographer, and author specializing in luxury and multi-generational travel. She is a native Michigander who travels through the lens of a food lover and has been to 41 countries and 45 states.
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