Cottage Book Shop, Glen Arbor, MI

Bookstores abound in Michigan, from the last survivor of the great chain wars Barnes & Noble to the independent bookstore. Those wanting a unique bookstore experience will be able to get just… Read More

8 Best Bowling Alleys in Michigan!

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Incredible Mo's, Grawn, MI

Grawn—not far from Traverse City, quite possibly Michigan's capital city of awesome—may not be a destination of choice for many Michigan travelers, but those who do will have the chance… Read More

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… Read More

The 13 Best Family-Friendly Attractions in Michigan!

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Play in the Sleeping Bear Dunes

Sand can be found all over Michigan. It makes well-drilling out here fairly easy in many places. Full on lakeshore sand is just as easy to find, and for the absolute king of sand piles, check out… Read More

10 Best Arcades in Michigan!

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The Coin Slot, Traverse City, MI

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

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… Read More

The 9 Best Mini Golf Courses in Michigan!

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Pirates Cove, Traverse City, MI

Not surprisingly, Traverse City has miniature golf, and several options therein. But Pirate's Cove offers plenty extra, starting with two separate 18-hole courses. Throw in the extras—like a… Read More

10 Best Hotels and Resorts for Couples in Michigan!

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The Homestead, Glen Arbor, MI

The Homestead in Glen Arbor is actually a complex of resorts all in one package, allowing for incredible versatility. The Little Belle, for example, is commonly regarded as the best option for… Read More

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… Read More

The 6 Best Jazz Clubs in Michigan!

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Poppycock's, Traverse City, MI

Finding jazz clubs outside of Detroit is no mean feat, but Traverse City supplies us with one great option in Poppycock's. Operating since 1989 in an historic building that's been host to a variety… Read More

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