Carly Simpson
New In Town: 6 Cozy Business Finds in Northern Michigan

New In Town: 6 Cozy Business Finds in Northern Michigan

In the depths of winter, we’re craving hygge experiences, endless treats and warm cups of coffee to share with a friend. These recent openings across the North deliver the goods. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when...

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Meet the Cookie Lady: A Northwoods Holiday Baking How-To

Meet the Cookie Lady: A Northwoods Holiday Baking How-To

This holiday baking season, we step into the oven-warmed, sugar-dusted kitchen of Danielle Reeber. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traverse delivered to your door or inbox...

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How We Winter: 6 Snowy Excursions in Benzie & Manistee

How We Winter: 6 Snowy Excursions in Benzie & Manistee

Raft down a river, explore endless snowmobile trails, rent a fat bike—get outside and play! Here are some of our favorite winter activities in the Benzie and Manistee region. This article was featured in Vacation! Northern Michigan. Want more insider tips, road trips...

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How We Winter: 6 Fun-Filled Outdoor Activities Near Petoskey

How We Winter: 6 Fun-Filled Outdoor Activities Near Petoskey

Take a snowy hike, go horseback riding, try new-tech ski bikes—get outside and play! Here are some of our favorite winter activities in the Petoskey-Mackinac Straits region. This article was featured in Vacation! Northern Michigan. Want more insider tips, road trips...

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From Farm to Food Truck: Petoskey’s Bear Creek Organic Farm

From Farm to Food Truck: Petoskey’s Bear Creek Organic Farm

At Petoskey’s Bear Creek Organic Farm, every meal is seed to field to your picnic table. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traverse delivered to your door or inbox monthly?...

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Visit Pond Hill Farm, the Land of Gnomes & Giant Pumpkins

Visit Pond Hill Farm, the Land of Gnomes & Giant Pumpkins

At a bend in the road, you’ll find a farm that’s truly magic. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traverse delivered to your door or inbox monthly? View our print subscription...

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48 Hours on the Keweenaw Peninsula in Fall

48 Hours on the Keweenaw Peninsula in Fall

Our managing editor heads north, way north, for an unforgettable autumn adventure. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traverse delivered to your door or inbox monthly? View...

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Check into Chic at 3 New Northern Michigan Hotels

Check into Chic at 3 New Northern Michigan Hotels

New boutique lodging destinations to be (very) excited about. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traverse delivered to your door or inbox monthly? View our print subscription...

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Wish You Were Here: Balloons Over Bay Harbor

Wish You Were Here: Balloons Over Bay Harbor

Balloons Over Bay Harbor is a favorite September event. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traverse delivered to your door or inbox monthly? View our print subscription and...

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A Tasty Royale Secret to Unwrap in Boyne City

A Tasty Royale Secret to Unwrap in Boyne City

Visit Happy’s Taco Shop in Boyne City for a road trip-worthy secret menu item. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traverse delivered to your door or inbox monthly? View our...

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Meet the Curator(s) of this Charming Grayling Boutique

Meet the Curator(s) of this Charming Grayling Boutique

A weary, rundown storefront in Grayling awaited its next adventure. To the Podjaskes, it shimmered with potential. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traverse delivered to...

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New Berry on the Block: Take a Trip to Elderberry Farms Estate

New Berry on the Block: Take a Trip to Elderberry Farms Estate

Visit Michigan’s first commercial elderberry farm. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traverse delivered to your door or inbox monthly? View our print subscription and digital...

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