The 9 Best Sightseeing Tours in Michigan!

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Iron Fish Distillery, Thompsonville, MI

Did you know that Michigan has only one farm distillery in the whole state? That' s Iron Fish Distillery in Thompsonville, and for anyone who's ever wanted to not only see booze made but also try…

Did you know that Michigan has only one farm distillery in the whole state? That' s Iron Fish…

10 Best Cross-Country Skiing Trails in Michigan!

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Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville, MI

Admittedly, Michigan is not famous for its mountains. We do have some, sure, but this is no Colorado to dazzle with mountains. The few that are here, like Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville, take…

Admittedly, Michigan is not famous for its mountains. We do have some, sure, but this is no…

The 10 Best Spa Hotels in Michigan!

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Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville, MI

Crystal Mountain is one of Michigan's greatest ski resorts, but it's also one of Michigan's top destination spas. Considering that the Crystal Spa contained therein measures in at 18,500 square-feet,…

Crystal Mountain is one of Michigan's greatest ski resorts, but it's also one of Michigan's top…

The 11 Best Hotels and Resorts for Families in Michigan!

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Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville, MI

If you've got outdoorsy kids, then Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville will be just the place to take said kids. Start with side events like the Family Carnival held on July 3 with fireworks over the…

If you've got outdoorsy kids, then Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville will be just the place to take…

The 9 Best Guided Tours in Michigan!

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Michigan Legacy Art Park, Thompsonville, MI

What exactly is an art park? You'll find out at Michigan Legacy Art Park around Thompsonville, but suffice it to say that this one is a 30-acre park that comes complete with 40 works of…

What exactly is an art park? You'll find out at Michigan Legacy Art Park around Thompsonville, but…

The 10 Best State Parks in Michigan!

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Interlochen State Park, Interlochen, MI

Come see where the state park system began in Michigan with Interlochen State Park. The first officially-recognized state park in Michigan, Interlochen State Park was purchased for $60,000 back in…

Come see where the state park system began in Michigan with Interlochen State Park. The first…

The 8 Best Craft Stores in Michigan!

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InterQuilten, Interlochen, MI

Interlochen is perhaps best known for its arts center, but it's also got a craft store to its credit that's particularly appropriate for Michigan: InterQuilten. InterQuilten handles exactly what the…

Interlochen is perhaps best known for its arts center, but it's also got a craft store to its…

The 10 Best Camping Spots in Michigan!

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Platte River Campground, Beulah, MI

Water is the biggest draw for Platte River campers, near Honor. Those who start out for a ride on the river, whether canoeing, kayaking or just tubing, will shortly find themselves in the wider…

Water is the biggest draw for Platte River campers, near Honor. Those who start out for a ride on…

10 Best Art Classes in Michigan

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Interlochen Center for the Arts, Interlochen, MI

Interlochen Center for the Arts is perhaps Michigan's foremost school of art, and as such, offers some of the most extensive arts programs around. With summer arts camps, adult arts programs, and…

Interlochen Center for the Arts is perhaps Michigan's foremost school of art, and as such, offers…

The 7 Best Fusion Restaurants in Michigan!

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The Fusion, Frankfort, MI

Hidden away in Frankfort, the Fusion might be one of Michigan's better-kept fusion secrets. The Fusion brings together a complete lineup of Asian dishes—it's referred to in some circles as…

Hidden away in Frankfort, the Fusion might be one of Michigan's better-kept fusion secrets. The…

Interlochen State Park, Interlochen, MI

Featured in The 10 Best State Parks in Michigan!

Come see where the state park system began in Michigan with Interlochen State Park. The first officially-recognized state park in Michigan, Interlochen State Park was purchased for $60,000 back in… Read More

Brasserie Amie, Traverse City, MI

Featured in The 7 Best Places for Crab in Michigan!

If it seems like Traverse City's Brasserie Amie is an interesting place to get crab, it's because it is. The name alone—which basically denotes a pastry shop—is a clear indication, but… Read More

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Featured in The 8 Best First Date Locations in Michigan!

A bit weather-dependent, but if you've got good weather to be outside, this could be a winner. Head to Empire for the Sleeping Bear Dunes, a beach that was famously declared the most beautiful place… Read More

The Coin Slot, Traverse City, MI

Featured in The 10 Best Arcades in Michigan!

Oh, Traverse City...once again you do not let us down! The home of museums, art, upscale dining, agriculture, casinos, and pretty much everything else in Michigan delivers once more by offering me… Read More

Sip and Dab, Traverse City, MI

Featured in The 6 Best Places for Paint & Wine in Michigan!

Yes of course Traverse City has a wine and paint option. Did you really expect this art and culinary-centered city to not have one? Traverse City's answer to the wine and paint movement is Sip and… Read More

Cherryland Center, Traverse City, MI

Featured in The 7 Best Shopping Outlets and Malls in Michigan!

Cherryland Center offers up a nice range of options for the shopper. This former indoor mall turned outdoor has such features as resale shop Plato's Closet and even Sears. Special events, like a… Read More

Smoke and Porter, Traverse City, MI

Featured in The 9 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Michigan!

At Smoke and Porter, the focus is on barbecue, and fried chicken leads the way here. Available as either wings or as part of a fried smoked chicken dish—yes, it's both smoked and… Read More

Trattoria Stella, Traverse City, MI

Featured in The 13 Best Restaurants in Michigan!

Those craving more of an upscale experience, meanwhile, can point themselves toward Traverse City. A place known for its casino, its natural beauty, and its lakeside connections, Traverse City has a… Read More

RPM Records, Traverse City, MI

Featured in 10 Best Record Stores in Michigan

Proving once again that Traverse City has just about anything you could ask for, RPM Records receives accolades for its range of options. Check out both new and classic vinyl, as well as players and… Read More

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