However, that idea uncovered three issues: 1. The challenge of catching an early morning flight. 2. The cost of parking at Detroit Metro Airport for a week. 3. Five people with luggage, one of whom is known for being an overpacker. Our flight left at 6:30 a.m., which...
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Nichols Arboretum Peonies: Tips to Plan Your Visit
Yet, the W.E. Upjohn Peony Garden in Ann Arbor is one of the world’s largest collections of historic peonies. It is a favorite destination for photographers, nature enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a memorable, immersive experience. The garden attracts over 75,000...

9 State Parks in Michigan with Great Beaches
Michigan State Parks offer a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking, and swimming. Many of the parks have trails that wind through forests, around lakes, and along rivers, offering visitors a chance to experience Michigan’s...
9 Things to Do at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
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The Ultimate Michigan Bucket List Adventure Guide
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2025 Maple Syrup Festivals and Events in Michigan
Michigan Maple Syrup Weekends This year, spread throughout Michigan, members of the Michigan Maple Syrup Association will participate in this year’s Annual Michigan Maple Syrup Weekends from mid-March through early April throughout both peninsulas. The Michigan Maple...
The Mystery of Cadillac’s Clam Lake Canal
For Mitchell to be successful, he had to convince the Grand Rapids & Indiana Railroad to change the destination of their railroad from Petoskey and Charlevoix to within a few miles of Little Clam Lake. Then, he had to dredge Black Creek, an easterly flowing...
10 Unique Things to Do in Jackson, Michigan in 2025
While visiting Jackson County, you’ll find so many fun things to do in Jackson, Michigan; deciding where to start sightseeing might be challenging. So here are ten top things to do while you’re there, listed in no particular order. Thank you to Experience Jackson for...
7 Must-Try Winter Sports in Cadillac, Michigan
While you can do many of these sports, like cross-country skiing, ice fishing, and snowmobiling throughout the state, Cadillac, Michigan, is one of my favorite spots to try these activities. Here are seven Michigan winter sports you can experience on your next winter...
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park through the Seasons
This garden in the American Midwest has been recognized as one of the world's top destinations for its botanical and sculptural experiences. It has earned two significant recognitions: USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice named it the Top Sculpture Park in the United...
7 Best Restaurants in Petoskey, Michigan, in 2025
I’ve listed seven of the best restaurants in the Petoskey Area in alphabetical order. Each offers something unique, from a dinner theater to a dining experience at a restaurant that was once a Hemingway hangout. You’ll want to take time to experience them all. ...
7 Best Restaurants in Downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan
MDRD MDRD sits on the 27th floor of the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel’s Tower side, featuring some of the best views of downtown Grand Rapids’ skyline. Pronounced "Madrid", the restaurant’s menu focuses on Spanish flavors. As the tagline says, the Rhythm of...