Spend a morning at the farmer's market in northern Michigan, and you'll see how lucky we are to live here. But the farmer's market certainly isn't just for farmers anymore. It's a gathering place. It's where locals and visitors meet the growers and makers. Did [...]
It's time for the annual Traverse City Film Festival. It's a great chance to discover new movies, attend fun events and enjoy the hospitality of our city. We thought we'd share a few tips on how to be a traveler — not a tourist — during [...]
By Brandy WheelerPublished On: July 31st, 2018Categories: Arts & Culture, News & Events, Travel Tips
We are excited to sponsor the Traverse Traveler Choice Award at the Frankfort48 Film Contest. The 2nd annual event will take place June 21-23, 2018 at the Garden Theater in Frankfort. This unique contest offers teams of all ages and experience levels a chance to share [...]
In honor of Michigan Wine Month, Traverse Traveler created the Northern Michigan Winery Guide. This at-a-glance reference is designed to help travelers who are wine tasting in the Traverse City, Michigan region. Which winery should you visit? With 45 tasting rooms near Traverse City—and counting—it's hard [...]
Recommended Reading for Traverse City Travelers Looking for an easy read to kick off your next adventure in northern Michigan? Support a local writer and pick up 100 Things to do in Traverse City Before You Die. Author Kim Schneider draws upon her experience as a travel [...]
Traverse Traveler is proud to announce several free events this week to celebrate autism, promote awareness, and raise money to purchase iPads for students with autism in the Traverse City community. This year we have once again teamed up with the Northwest Michigan Autism Resource Network [...]
I've been a fan of Becky Thatcher Designs since the first day I walked into her Glen Arbor studio and saw her jewelry displayed in cases filled with birch, sand and stones collected from the nearby Lake Michigan shoreline. A pale purple and blue landscape was painted on [...]
By Brandy WheelerPublished On: August 5th, 2014Categories: Arts & Culture, Business Feature, News & Events
Cherry Festival is over, but the cherry season has just begun. Local cherries are the gems of the northern Michigan summer. Each year, we anxiously await the arrival of Traverse City cherries— the ruby fruit that brings visitors to the area and keeps many of our [...]
By Brandy WheelerPublished On: July 18th, 2014Categories: Community, Food & Drink, News & Events, Travel Tips
Traverse Traveler is proud to announce several free events this April to celebrate autism, promote awareness, and raise money to purchase iPads for students with autism in our community. This year we have teamed up with the Northwest Michigan Autism Resource Network (ARN) to bring four [...]
We couldn't have asked for a better weekend to enjoy Winter in northern Michigan. There seemed to be a festival in every town. But event planners around the region were trumped by Mother Nature as thousands made the trek to see the ice caves on Lake [...]
The Traverse Traveler Scavenger Hunt for Autism committee donated 20 iPads with the proceeds from the second-annual event. The iPads were presented on Monday, September 9th to Traverse City Area Public Schools for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Photo Front (L-R): Kathy DiMercurio - Volunteer Chair [...]
Summer has returned to Northern Michigan. The geese are swimming, the beaches are full, and unfortunately, swimmer’s itch is popping up on some of our favorite lakes. We had our first dose of the pesky malady a few years ago, so now I’m prepared when it [...]
Join us as we "Light It Up Blue" on World Autism Awareness Day, a family-friendly event in downtown Traverse City on Tuesday, April 2. Light It Up Blue begins at 6 PM on April 2 at ECCO, 121 E. Front St., with food and fun activities with [...]
Brandy Wheeler, creator of the Traverse Traveler app and owner of Mealtickets & Unusual Ideas, purchased 13 iPads with the proceeds from the first-annual Traverse Traveler Scavenger Hunt for Autism. The iPads have been donated to Traverse City Area Public Schools for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Last April, [...]
April 2nd is World Autism Awarenss Day. It's a day to recognize, celebrate and show your support for the Autism community. I've been celebrating for the last 5 years by sharing information about autism on my personal blog, through social media, and by donating to Autism Speaks. [...]
Traverse Traveler to Host Scavenger Hunt to Benefit TCAPS Students with Autism The first annual Traverse Traveler Scavenger Hunt for Autism will take place in Traverse City, Michigan on Saturday, April 14, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. In this one-day event, participants will use the Traverse Traveler smartphone app [...]
10 Miles Down the Road Less Traveled 11-1-11 is the anniversary of the day I let go of the 8-5, steady paycheck life and slapped on a new name tag: Entrepreneur. I had just lost my graphic design job, after 9/11 collapsed the travel industry, taking with [...]
I'm thrilled to announce the Traverse Traveler app will be included in a new creative idea book featuring 99 examples of successful marketing strategies. Visual Marketing: 99 Proven Ways for Small Businesses to Market with Images and Design, by Anita Campbell & David Langton — To be [...]
I've spent 10 weeks of my summer exploring 10 Places I've Never Been. And now it's time for the Mystery location. A location recommended by our readers and chosen by our Facebook fans. This mystery stop is Nonna's Restaurant at The Homestead Resort. Nonna's It's been [...]
This summer, I'm on a mission to explore uncharted territory in my own backyard and improve Michigan's economy one purchase at a time. The strategy is simple. Visit 10 places I've never been before...just because I've never been. Next on my list: The Cherry Hut The Cherry Hut The [...]
