When freezing temps descend slow and steady on the Straits of Mackinac and winter conditions are just right, a forest of icy blue shards sets a surreal scene. Here's how to see this stunning phenomenon and tips to make a day of it. This article first appeared in...
Storied stays: From an elegant hotel in Marquette to a charming Ludington B&B, these four Northern Michigan inns combine history and hospitality for a cozy fall or winter getaway. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more...
Our second-to-last stop on this year's Northern Home & Cottage Virtual Tour is this timber frame beauty. Located on Green Lake, you're not going to want to miss this home featuring work by builder Scott Norris Construction. Take a sneak peek inside and enjoy a...
Located in the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes in Glen Arbor, this stunning nature-inspired condo is all about the details. From a seamless transition from indoors to outdoors to the thoughtful features of @Home Cabinetry + Interiors, you're not going to want to miss the...
The third stop on this year's Northern Home & Cottage Virtual Home Tour is taking us to Williamsburg for a picture-perfect home with a staircase you've got to see to believe. Take a sneak peek inside + enjoy a never-before-seen, digital exclusive Host's Highlight...
Cape Cod meets Northern Michigan in this year's first stop on our 2022 Northern Home & Cottage virtual home tour. Take a sneak peek inside this gorgeous home by contractor MPN: Miller, Poineau & Naumes, and learn how you can view our full tour featuring 8 of...
From lighting to flooring, here's what you need to consider when remodeling or building your forever Northern Michigan home. This article first appeared in Traverse, Northern Michigan's Magazine. Find this article and more when you explore our digital issue library....
Changing young lives a few days a week is the perfect way to give back to the community. Here's how two Traverse City healthcare workers chose substitute teaching as their second career—and how you can do it too. This article first appeared in Traverse, Northern...
Seniors in Otesego County are choosing to embrace the elements in Northern Michigan. Through a partnership with HeadWaters Land Conservancy and Otsego County Commission on Aging, learn how guided year-round hikes are keeping local seniors happy and healthy. Plus...
PAID CONTENT Searching for the perfect winter getaway? Head to Hotel Walloon in Charlevoix County for incredible hospitality, unparalleled amenities, a heated outdoor spa and so much more.The sky is streaked in creamsicle and purple as my husband, Joe, and I turn off...
If it's been ages since you've taken a girls' trip, what better month than February to show your besties just how much you adore them. These wintry getaways will help you reconnect, relax and rejuvenate and, in at least one case, experience one seriously epic...
From a slow, quiet trek in the woods to a heart-pumping climb atop a bluff, exploring the season’s sparkling white landscapes by snowshoe is an ideal way to embrace winter Up North. Here are three of our favorite Northern Michigan outdoor adventures by snowshoe to...
Hike to the Eben Ice Caves in Hiawatha National Forest to explore gorgeous curtains of ice. 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...
For scenic, serene and memorable cross-country skiing this winter, head to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. While the park’s popular hiking trails are not groomed, some are designated ski trails. And for a groomed trail experience — for both classic and skate...
PAID CONTENT Whether you're a seasoned fisherman or a first-timer, fall color fishing in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore isn't to be missed. Here’s what you need to know, including 10 Northern Michigan lakes and rivers a local pro recommends.For all the time...
PAID CONTENT Fall in Northern Michigan, with its brilliant colors and fresh-start feel, is the perfect follow-up to summer; and fall in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is not to be missed. Read on to discover gorgeous fall color drives and hikes.Some of my most...
PAID CONTENT What’s a trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore without a definite plan for post-adventure food and drink stops, especially given the number of tasty options dotting the dune-and-lakes-and-trails landscape? It’s these Northern Michigan...
PAID CONTENT Make St. Ignace your home base for an Upper Peninsula birdwatching adventure. “This island right here is kind of a rookery this time of year.” It’s late morning on a crisp and sunny spring day and I’m at Pointe La Barbe, overlooking lakes Michigan and...
PAID CONTENT With an afternoon promising sunshine, a slight breeze and zero percent chance of precipitation, our family’s planned ride on the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail couldn’t have been better timed. We loaded up our bikes, water bottles and backpacks stocked with...
An added bonus to Northern Michigan food and drink tours? Many offer opportunities for outdoor excursions either onsite or close by. Here are a few of our favorite ways to sip and savor, understand and appreciate the craft, and get outside and enjoy the beauty of our...
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