Traverse Traveler Donates 20 iPads for Students with Autism
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 Kara Eubank - Lucky Jacks, sponsor Carol Lorenz - Activities Chair Brandy Wheeler [...]
6 Tips to Prevent and Treat Swimmer’s Itch
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 shows up. But for those who are new to the area, swimmer’s itch [...]
"Light it up Blue" for Autism Awareness April 2 in Downtown Traverse City
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 a blue theme. Glowing luminaries will be available for purchase for $5, with [...]
How to Plan a Fall Color Wine Tour in Traverse City
Planning a fall color wine tour in Northern Michigan this year? We've gathered a few tips to make the most of your next wine-tasting trip from Traverse City to Leelanau or Old Mission Peninsula. What to Bring Camera. The wineries are beautiful any time of year, but especially in the fall during harvest season. You'll want a few pics [...]
Traverse Traveler Buys 13 iPads for Students with Autism
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, eighty-four teams took to the streets of downtown Traverse City for the inaugural [...]
Why I Celebrate Autism Awareness Month
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. This year I decided it was time to do something bigger. I have [...]
Traverse Traveler Scavenger Hunt for Autism Announced
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 to conduct a scavenger hunt throughout downtown Traverse City. Utilizing an innovative approach [...]
From Unemployed to Entrepreneur — Mealtickets Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
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 it our ad agency's biggest client. So there I stood in my Robert [...]
Traverse Traveler App Featured in New Visual Marketing Book
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 released on September 29th Here's an excerpt from their publisher, Wiley: “This book is [...]
10 Places I’ve Never Been: Nonna’s
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 a few years since I have spent any time at The Homestead Resort. [...]