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19 Moments to Remember from 2019

By |2024-11-29T03:30:56-05:00January 7th, 2020|Archive|

Before we roll up our sleeves and tackle 2020 we're taking a look back at 19 moments that filled our year in 2019. Watch the video for 19 highlights in the adventures of Traverse Traveler. 1. Expanded Traverse Traveler Distribution. In 2019 we began distributing the Dining Guide in the Benzie Chamber [...]

New Award Added to Frankfort48 Film Contest

By |2024-11-28T13:34:41-05:00June 8th, 2018|Archive, Arts & Culture, Community|

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 a story of their creation using the power [...]

Celebrate Autism with Free Events in Traverse City

By |2024-11-28T10:20:10-05:00March 28th, 2014|Archive, Autism, News & Events|

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 free events to the Traverse City community. April [...]

Tips for Exploring the Ice Caves on Lake Michigan

By |2024-11-29T02:23:40-05:00February 17th, 2014|Archive, Travel Tips|

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 Michigan. My social media circles have been buzzing [...]

Traverse Traveler Donates 20 iPads for Students with Autism

By |2024-11-29T02:45:19-05:00September 10th, 2013|Archive, 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 [...]

Traverse Traveler Buys 13 iPads for Students with Autism

By |2024-11-29T02:46:02-05:00September 27th, 2012|Archive, 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 [...]

Why I Celebrate Autism Awareness Month

By |2024-11-29T03:12:54-05:00April 1st, 2012|Archive, Autism|

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 [...]

Traverse Traveler Scavenger Hunt for Autism Announced

By |2024-11-29T03:01:31-05:00February 15th, 2012|Archive, Autism|

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 [...]

Traverse Traveler App Featured in New Visual Marketing Book

By |2024-11-29T03:25:49-05:00September 20th, 2011|Archive, News & Events|

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 [...]

10 Places I’ve Never Been: Nonna’s

By |2024-11-28T06:19:17-05:00September 12th, 2011|Archive, Business Feature|

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 [...]

10 Places I’ve Never Been: The Cherry Hut

By |2024-11-28T06:15:08-05:00September 5th, 2011|Archive, Business Feature|

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 Cherry Hut is somewhat of a local legend, [...]

10 Places I’ve Never Been: Two Fish Gallery

By |2024-11-28T06:40:49-05:00August 26th, 2011|Archive, Business Feature|

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: Two Fish Gallery Two Fish Gallery One thing I've discovered while writing about 10 Places [...]

10 Places I’ve Never Been: Country Christmas

By |2024-11-28T09:21:11-05:00August 19th, 2011|Archive|

Country Christmas is now closed 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: Country Christmas Country Christmas This is another one [...]

10 Places I’ve Never Been: 22 Vines & Wines Cafe

By |2024-11-28T09:17:32-05:00August 11th, 2011|Archive|

22 Vines & Wines Cafe & Market is now closed 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: 22 Vines & [...]

10 Places I’ve Never Been: Rock Shop

By |2024-11-28T05:52:14-05:00August 4th, 2011|Archive, Business Feature|

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: Rock Shop C&M Rock Shop I know you've seen it. If you've driven along US [...]

10 Places I’ve Never Been: Woodland Creek Furniture

By |2024-11-28T06:51:02-05:00July 28th, 2011|Archive, Business Feature|

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: Woodland Creek Furniture Woodland Creek Furniture If you're thinking, "eh, Up North woodsy furniture...not my [...]

10 Places I’ve Never Been: Korner Gem

By |2024-11-28T04:15:36-05:00July 21st, 2011|Archive, Business Feature|

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: Korner Gem Korner Gem Ever since I received an unusual Fordite necklace from [...]

10 Places I’ve Never Been: Chateau de Leelanau

By |2024-11-28T09:19:38-05:00July 13th, 2011|Archive|

Chateau de Leelanau Winery is now closed 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: Chateau de Leelanau Winery Chateau de [...]

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