The Best Bowling Alleys in Michigan

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Airway Lanes, Portage, MI

Portage's Airway Lanes—not far from the airport—is actually something like a small amusement park in one facility. Featuring not only bowling, but also miniature golf, a full arcade, a…

Portage's Airway Lanes—not far from the airport—is actually something like a small…

Test Your Skills: Michigan's Best Escape Rooms

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Escapology, Portage, MI

Portage's Escapology comes with two major points to its credit. First among these is the range of experiences offered at the facility itself. Visitors will be able to take on the Cuban Missile…

Portage's Escapology comes with two major points to its credit. First among these is the range of…

Michigan's 10 Best Golf Courses

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Angels Crossing, Vicksburg, MI

Found in Vicksburg, of all places, Angels Crossing managed to be the first entry on the MLive study of publicly-open golf courses. When visitors can say that it “...both looks beautiful on post…

Found in Vicksburg, of all places, Angels Crossing managed to be the first entry on the MLive study…

Calling All Knowledge Enthusiasts: Best Trivia Nights in Michigan

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LoDo Company, Portage, MI

Portage's LoDo Company offers Team Trivia matches every Friday night, so when you're looking for a great place to take on trivia, you'll find it here. But there's more than trivia to be had…

Portage's LoDo Company offers Team Trivia matches every Friday night, so when you're looking for a…

Michigan's Best Breakfast Spots

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East Egg, Kalamazoo, Portage, MI

A popular Kalamazoo and Portage fixture, with a variety of locations in both towns, East Egg scores big by offering a wide array of options. While it definitely does the job with toast and omelets…

A popular Kalamazoo and Portage fixture, with a variety of locations in both towns, East Egg scores…

The 10 Best Science Centers in Michigan!

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Air Zoo, Portage, MI

The Air Zoo represents a bit of a contradiction in terms. There's no real “zoo” involved, but rather an exhibition of flight and aircraft in all its forms. There's even an entire section…

The Air Zoo represents a bit of a contradiction in terms. There's no real “zoo”…

Get Fit! Michigan's Best Gyms

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Family Fitness, Portage, MI

Portage's Family Fitness offers an impressive 35,000 square-feet of operations, and with that substantial square footage comes a lot of options for fitness in its patrons. Neither free weights nor…

Portage's Family Fitness offers an impressive 35,000 square-feet of operations, and with that…

Game On: The 10 Best Arcades in Michigan

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Airway Fun Center, Portage, MI

In a similar vein to BAM!, Portage's Airway Fun Center offers bowling, of course, but also a fairly substantial arcade along with laser tag, go karts, miniature golf, indoor bumper cars, and more…

In a similar vein to BAM!, Portage's Airway Fun Center offers bowling, of course, but also a fairly…

10 Best Waterfront Restaurants in Michigan

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Cove Lakeside Bistro, Portage, MI

On the shores of Portage's West Lake is a comparatively new addition to Michigan's waterfront dining scene: Cove Lakeside Bistro. It's got an incredibly wide-ranging slew of options for dining, with…

On the shores of Portage's West Lake is a comparatively new addition to Michigan's waterfront…

Rest and Relaxation: Michigan's Best Spa Hotels

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Radisson Plaza Hotel Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI

Kalamazoo's leading hotel is also its leading spa hotel. The Radisson Plaza Hotel is known for impressive accommodations and a slate of restaurants, which is great if you're inclined to stay where…

Kalamazoo's leading hotel is also its leading spa hotel. The Radisson Plaza Hotel is known for…

TNT Beauty Supply, Kalamazoo, MI

Featured in 7 Best Beauty Supply Stores in Michigan

Kalamazoo's TNT offers a wide range of options for those looking for beauty supplies. Options cover the gamut, including a complete color palette of sparkly eyeshadow, wigs, and more. Perhaps the… Read More

The Beer Exchange, Kalamazoo, MI

Featured in The 7 Best Theme Bars in Michigan!

The Beer Exchange in Kalamazoo is one of the most unique themed bars you'll ever see—a bar with a stock market theme. Beer prices are determined by popularity, so if you want to get in on the… Read More

Henderson Castle, Kalamazoo, MI

Featured in The 7 Best French Restaurants in Michigan!

The Henderson Castle Inn in Kalamazoo tops a lot of different lists. A high-end bed and breakfast with spa facilities, there's a lot to like here, but it's also the leading French restaurant… Read More

Sweetwater's Donut Mill, Kalamazoo, MI

Featured in The 10 Best Doughnut Shops in Michigan!

Sweetwater's in Kalamazoo is something of a Michigan institution, as measured by the sheer number of places that stock Sweetwater doughnuts as part of everyday operations. Open… Read More

Escapology, Portage, MI

Featured in The 10 Best Escape Rooms in Michigan!

Portage's Escapology comes with two major points to its credit. First among these is the range of experiences offered at the facility itself. Visitors will be able to take on the Cuban Missile… Read More

Airway Lanes, Portage, MI

Featured in The 10 Best Bowling Alleys in Michigan!

Portage's Airway Lanes—not far from the airport—is actually something like a small amusement park in one facility. Featuring not only bowling, but also miniature golf, a full arcade, a… Read More

Boonzaaijer Bakery, Kalamazoo, MI

Featured in The 10 Best Cake Shops in Michigan!

If the name looks outlandish to you, don't worry: Kalamazoo's Boonzaaijer Bakery will even include a phonetic guide to pronouncing it. It turns out it's “bone-z-i-er.” Names aside, you'll… Read More

Firekeepers Casino, Battle Creek, MI

Featured in The 10 Best Casinos in Michigan!

A comparatively new casino located in Battle Creek, Firekeepers offers some unexpected advantages. While the gaming floor is much the same as other entries, Firekeepers offers a buffet with shifting… Read More

Heilman's, Kalamazoo, MI

Featured in 8 Best Chocolate Shops in Michigan

Kalamazoo is the longtime home of Heilman's, which offers not only chocolates, but also fresh-roasted nuts and a range of gift packs. The real draw is the creeper, which is Heilman's own twist on the… Read More

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