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Whether you’re driving to Michigan or you’ve used wireless internet to book your plane ticket you’ve got to get started on your itinerary. We’ve got a list of the must-dos for your trip to Motor City, the much maligned Detroit
Detroit Institute of the Arts: Bet you didn’t know Detroit was a haven for all things cultural? Widely considered one of the best collections in the US, (more…)

If you enjoy biking and think it would be fun to do so in an area that does not allow any motorized traffic, then biking around Mackinaw Island is a must-do activity. The only motorized vehicles on the island are its one fire truck, one ambulance, and one SUV that belongs to the police department.

You can rent bicycles right on the island or you can bring your own. Bike everywhere! Pick up a map at the Visitor-s Center and plan your route.Check out this link here. The paved roads and paths used for biking and horse-drawn carriages crisscross and (more…)

Michigan has a great amount of rivers, which are perfect for canoeing. The Autrain River in Michigan’s upper peninsula, has long been a favorite hot spot for canoers to frequent. Located in the Hiawatha National Forest, this picturesque scenery is home to several birds and wildlife. Enjoy the scenes, as you relax doing one of the greatest water sports.

The Manistique River, has been drawing tourists for years. This area has large campgrounds and ample canoes that can be rented. Located within seven (more…)

Looking for a quiet drive down a spectacular road in Michigan? A simple drive down one of Michigan’s many back roads during their stunning fall season is the perfect Sunday getaway for the entire family.

Late September is an ideal time to witness some of Michigan’s most amazing beauty. Routes such as the 200-mile Alpena – Gaylord – Mio tour takes you from the shoreline of Lake Huron to virgin forest, giving tourists beautiful scenery as well as plenty of wildlife viewing opportunities. If you plan to experience autumn colors later in the season, such as in late October, (more…)

If you have children you know how hard it is to find things that are both entertaining and educating when you’re on a trip. When traveling to Southwest Michigan there is an easy answer, The Curious Kids Museum. This museum has been voted the “best museum” and the “best place to take kids.” This museum attracts more than 70,000 visitors a year with the promise of fun and learning.

This museum offers over 100 hands-on exhibits to explore that are engaging and educational for visitors of all ages. A visit can inspire curiosity about the world, science, technology, history, (more…)

Mackinaw City, Michigan, will let you travel through history, get a great meal, and relax on the beach when you are done. You can get super soaked at Thunder Falls Waterpark, or just sit back and watch a history re-enactment. Mackinaw City has something for everyone.

There are many hotels to choose from if you plan to stay awhile. From budget hotels and camping, to being pampered in a bed and breakfast, you’ll find it all. Indoor and outdoor pools are available, pet options, and even access to snowmobile trails (more…)

When you think of Michigan, you think of Detroit – urban, industrial, musical, and pioneering. What surprises most people is that Michigan has a great wooded wonderland which encompasses its urban areas. It’s easy to leave the confines of the city for the great outdoors in Michigan.

Michigan enjoys the largest fresh water coastline -from the Great Lakes- of any U.S. state. Along the shores of these lakes lie a 200 mile trail through the vast wooded lands of Michigan. Explore (more…)

The oldest covered bridge in Michigan, built in 1887, is White’s Covered Bridge. This bridge is located in Ionia County and spans the Flat River. It is 12- foot long bridge made out of hand cut lumber held together with wooden pegs and handmade nails.
The longest covered bridge in Michigan is 282 feet long called the Langley Bridge. However, it is 1000 feet shorter than the longest covered bridge in the world located at New Brunswick, Canada. The Langley Bridge is located near Centreville, Michigan. It was constructed in 1887 and crosses (more…)

Detroit has been the target of a lot of misinformation in recent years with the general public perception that it’s a ghost town (or worse, a crime-laden ghost town). And if you’ve been watching ABC’s hot new show DETROIT 1-8-7 you may have even witnessed some of the blight that seems to be common perception. But in a recent episode (Ice Man; Malibu) one of the characters makes reference to the fact that the public perception of Detroit is wrong that the city is really experiencing a major revitalization. And guess what? It’s true. Recently completed projects include the Renaissance Center , the Riverfront, the Campus Martius Park and Compuware Office Center, Grand Circus Park, and the Foxtown/Stadium district. Interesting enough in the same episode of DETROIT 1-8-7 a reference was made to the fact that Detroit is becoming an increasingly popular choice for Hollywood movies to be filmed, and this too seems true. A quick check verified that there are several films in production (Harold and Kumar 3 and Street Kings 2 to name two) as well as upcoming productions such as Scream 4 and All You Can Dream. I guess the bottom line is that one can’t (more…)

You can join Santa as he takes a much-needed break from his hectic holiday schedule too stop by the Detroit Zoo on December 11th and 18th from 8am to 10am and enjoy a buffet style breakfast of waffles, a special gift for each child in attendance, arts and crafts opportunities, as well as abundant photo opportunities with Santa and even a few of his wildlife friends from the zoo. Tickets are required for all children regardless of age, and since seating is limited reservations should definitely be made by calling (248) 541-5717 (extension 375) to purchase tickets. Member tickets are 25 for adults (ages 15 and older) and 20 for children (ages 14 and younger). For non-members, tickets are 30 for adults and 25 for children. The non-member price includes Zoo admission and parking. The event will be held at the zoo’s Wildlife Interpretive Gallery. While you’re at the zoo you may want to stop by the gift shop to get some of your Christmas shopping done or look at upcoming events to plan some 2011 fun. All in all it should be a fun time for the whole family and maybe even some new furry friends, too!