News & Fun in Michigan
Michigan Travel – While our focus is Michigan’s Thumb region, we strike out across the Great Lakes and find fun and things to do.
We look for places to see geared for families on a budget. We look for unique and one-of-a-kind spots that the tourists don’t know about.
Michigan has been a traveler’s destination for over 100 years. That is part of our Michigan history, and many great sites and stories came as a result.
We commonly take a road trip throughout Michigan to explore some out-of-the-way places that we want to know more about.
Destinations include; Michigan’s Upper Penninsula, The sunrise coast, the wine-producing areas and vineyards of Traverse and Southwest Michigan, the greater Detroit area, and even nearby Illinois and Ohio.
Here are some of our best Michigan Travel posts.
Amtrak’s new temporary Floridian route connects Michigan to Florida, merging the Capitol Limited and Silver Star lines. Launching November 10, it offers scenic travel, private rooms, and chef-prepared meals. This eco-friendly option is more relaxing and convenient than flying or driving, appealing to those seeking comfort and a memorable journey.
Dow Gardens in Midland, MI, is a stunning 110-acre botanical garden known for its lush landscapes, interactive exhibits, and year-round family-friendly events. Founded by Herbert H. Dow, it features attractions like the Whiting Forest Canopy Walk and seasonal beauty, making it an accessible and serene retreat for nature lovers and families alike.
Canada is so close to Michigan yet how many times have you treked over and explored? From iconic Niagara Falls to the bustling streets of Toronto, we’ve got some itinerary ideas covered. Click to read more and start planning your adventure today!
Nestled within the mighty Canadian Rockies, Banff Hot Springs had an interesting birth. In 1883, during the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway, three railway workers stumbled upon thermal springs on Sulfur Mountain’s northeast slope. To protect these natural resources, they made the bold move of establishing Canada’s first national park, Banff National Park, in 1885, and declared the hot springs as reserved land. The Banff Upper Hot Springs we see today, managed by Parks Canada, is one of nine naturally occurring hot springs in the park.
The Van Buren State Park is a state park in Michigan. The park is on Lake Michigan’s shore in South Haven, Michigan. It has a famous mile of sandy beach among its wild sand dunes. It is famous for swimming, fishing, …
With 150 miles of shoreline the contrast between the rocky, rugged Lake Huron side is toured to the sugar sand and calm waters of Saginaw Bay. The thumb region is a great area to explore.
There are lots of fun things to do in Sanilac County, Michigan. The following list is just an introduction to the many fun activities available in this wonderfully pretty area of the sunrise side of Michigan.
The Huron Community Fair in Bad Axe is the longest continually running fair in Michigan. It offers fun, entertainment and a chance to see and learn farming life for all ages.
