With so much shoreline, it’s no surprise that Michigan has a fair number of lighthouses. On the Sunrise Side you’ll find Lake Huron and Lake Erie, each with several large bays and inlets. These areas were populated in the past by lumbermen and fishermen, who utilized the fresh water for its resources and transportation capabilities. [...]
The Upper Peninsula gets a lot of the recognition when it comes to finding a quiet, dark spot to stargaze. There’s no question you’ll be able to point out the Big Dipper or see a shooting star in this less congested area of the state, but you can find stargazing spots all along the western [...]
Michigan is well-known for its beaches, vistas, and forest. You can find all of this within the bounds of the state’s golf courses. Each one is unique in its intensity, appearance, and style – but the objective of the game remains the same: Have a good time and don’t lose a ball. With our handy [...]
Northwest Lower Michigan is well-known for its shoreline, orchards, peninsulas, and wineries. For these reasons and more, this area of the state has been known to be an escape. Although the region has grown significantly over the decades, you can still find quaintness and solitude and beauty. Benzie County, which is situated below Leelanau and [...]
Michigan has the longest freshwater coastline in the world, with more than 3,000 miles of shoreline and 1,000 miles of island shoreline. If you love the look, feel, and smell of fresh water, then you’ll feel right at home. You’re never farther than 85 miles from a Great Lake and never more than six miles [...]
When you’re in the Upper Peninsula you have your choice of roadways and highways, hikes, and beaches. This easy 53-mile drive that primarily follows a stretch of M-28 between historic Marquette to waterfall capital Munising is a favorite for locals and tourists who want to take in the Lake Superior coastline. If you’ve got time, [...]
It’s easy to skip around countries in Europe. In Scotland, for example, driving a couple hours or less will get you from one legendary city or village to another – each with its own history, attractions, and culture to explore. You can see a couple spots in one day and stay in a new place [...]
Last year, 2020, was a bit of a bust when it came to events. This July is looking a lot more… eventful! Although many events have been cancelled or moved online, based on the information known at hand at the time of the decision or based on comfort level, there are still plenty of events [...]
When you’re surrounded by major bodies of fresh water, it stands to reason that there are lighthouses built to help guide ships who take to those waters, both large and small. Michigan is home to 129 lighthouses, with 44 of them on Lake Michigan alone. For this driving tour, you’ll visit six of these lighthouses [...]
Interstate 96 is one of the main arteries of Michigan when you want to drive across the lower portion of the state. Off this popular highway are easy-to-reach towns, many of which include a brewery or winery in the zip code. For this driving tour, we travel east from Howell, not far from capitol city [...]
