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A Walk Through History at A Vintage Sole

By |2025-10-09T10:34:42-04:00October 9th, 2025|Day Trips, Things to Do|

The Best Treasures Are Off The Beaten Path Let's Visit A Vintage Sole When I heard there was a barn in the middle of the woods in Benzie county with a vault of vintage shoes for sale my first thought was, what? How have I never heard about this? So I made it my [...]

How to Plan a Fall Color Wine Tour in Traverse City

By |2025-10-08T14:09:58-04:00October 4th, 2025|Day Trips, Things to Do|

Your Guide to a Fall Color Wine Tour 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. We've updated this post since it's original publication in 2012. [...]

6 Michigan Lighthouses to Visit on National Lighthouse Day

By |2025-08-06T16:58:09-04:00August 6th, 2025|Community, Day Trips, News & Events, Things to Do|

National Lighthouse Day shines a light on a vital part of America’s maritime history. On August 7, 1789, Congress passed an act to establish and support lighthouses, beacons, buoys, and public piers, ensuring safe passage for ships along our nation’s shores. It was not until 200 years later, in 1989, that this landmark legislation was [...]

Places to Shop in Traverse City: Boutiques, Antiques and Local Finds

By |2025-08-22T10:49:40-04:00June 12th, 2025|Arts & Culture, Day Trips, Things to Do|

Where to Shop in Northern Michigan: A Guide to Local Favorites While online shopping has its perks, nothing quite compares to stepping into a one-of-a-kind shop filled with unique finds and local treasures. There’s just something special about discovering handcrafted, locally made goods and supporting the small businesses that make Northern Michigan’s shopping [...]

How to Enjoy a Spring Break Staycation in Traverse City

By |2025-03-13T16:54:23-04:00March 13th, 2025|Day Trips, Things to Do|

Spring Break in Traverse City, Michigan No travel plans for spring break this year? Chin up! We've got some great suggestions to help you enjoy a staycation in Traverse City, Michigan. From local adventures to creative ideas, here are 7 ways to spend 7 days enjoying your time off without leaving town. [...]

26 Things to Do with a Group in Traverse City in the Winter

By |2025-03-03T08:48:34-05:00January 24th, 2025|Arts & Culture, Community, Day Trips, Food & Drink, Things to Do, Travel Tips|

It’s easy to plan activities in the summer, but what are the best things to do in Traverse City in the winter? When out-of-town guests come to visit, or you're hosting a group it can be challenging to think of new ways to entertain them, especially in the winter. Let Traverse [...]

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