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“We all love a great road trip and this book is a comprehensive guide to the best road trips the Midwest has to offer.” – Lori
“I grew up in Lansing and still have several friends in the area. I thought I knew everything there is to know about the city. I was wrong though. There is so much more to see and do in Lansing than I had realized.” – April
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“100 Things to Do in Lansing Before You Die“
Centrally located in Michigan, Lansing is 90 minutes from 90% of the state’s population, so it makes an excellent destination for a Michigander’s weekend getaway. And with all the city has to offer, those from outside of Michigan will find plenty to keep busy for a more extended stay. 100 Things to Do in Lansing Before You Die provides a set of local’s itineraries and tips for enjoying all the must-sees in this diverse town, as well as the secret treasures some locals may never have found. Greater Lansing is famous for the three Cs, cars, the capital, and the campus at Michigan State University.
Although almost half a million people call the Greater Lansing area home, Lansing offers a small-town atmosphere while featuring ample city comforts. Learn how to take on the “Ultimate Carnivore Food Challenge,” where to find art from world-renowned artists, and how you can reach tranquility in the serenity of a Japanese Garden.
Native Lansingite and resident of South Lansing, Amy Piper, is the source to maximize your visit.
Offering adventures in nature, foodie fun, a thriving arts scene, and rich cultural history, everyone will find something to pique their interest in Lansing, Michigan.
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“MIDWEST ROAD TRIP ADVENTURES”
Midwest Road Trip Adventures takes travelers along some of the most storied highways and byways in this unique and spectacular region of the United States. Just a few of the featured destinations include The Great River Road and Route 66, historic lighthouses along the shores of Lake Erie in Ohio and canyons in Kansas. There’s so much more to the Midwest than you might have imagined, so let our authors guide you on your journey through America’s heartland.
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While Piper is a lifelong Michigander, she’s had adventures worldwide. Bomb-sniffing dogs chased her in the middle of the night in Bogota (working late), gate agents refused her boarding to Paraguay (wrong visa), and US Marshals announced her seat number on a plane while looking for a murder suspect (she’d traded seats). It’s always an adventure! She even finds exciting activities in her home state of Michigan, where she lives in Lansing with her husband, Ross Dingman, her daughter, Alexis, and two granddaughters.