This gem, located on the Upper Peninsula, and connected to the Lower Peninsula, St. Ignace serves as a gateway to some of Michigan's most iconic attractions. From waterfront campsites to historic landmarks and casino gaming, St. Ignace, “your home port,” offers a diverse range of experiences for visitors. Explore the highlights that make St. Ignace a must-visit destination.
Topics: green travel, Pure Michigan, Michigan Travel Ideas, Experience Michigan with Indian Trails
Big Rapids is the perfect fit for those seeking outdoor adventures, cultural exploration and leisurely strolls through quaint downtown streets. Outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs and casual travelers will find Big Rapids both a relaxing and engaging getaway.
Topics: green travel, Pure Michigan, Michigan Travel Ideas, Experience Michigan with Indian Trails
After a long, cold Michigan winter, there’s nothing better than being outside, soaking up the warmth of our surprisingly warm summers. From Lake Michigan to Lake Huron, it’s not hard to find a small town or large city holding various festivals and celebrations from May-August. We’ve compiled a list of Michigan happenings for you, your family and your friends to enjoy. Get out and visit a town you’ve never heard of; you could learn something new and have some fun along the way.
Topics: summer bus trips, Mackinac Island, Pure Michigan, Michigan events, Michigan Travel Ideas
The holidays mean family, friends, fun, and of course, gift giving. There’s no better time than now to get organized and plan a shopping trip for your group to one of Michigan’s outstanding shopping destinations. You’ll enjoy having many store choices, great eateries and great deals throughout November and December. Here is a look at four of the state’s top holiday shopping venues to consider for your group’s trip.
Topics: bus tour, Indian Trails, Pure Michigan, Michigan Travel Ideas
Book a Bus: America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Detroit
If you’re not a Detroit native, you might never have attended the Thanksgiving Day parade there. Instead, you probably watched it on the television from your couch or in your kitchen as you prepared cranberry sauce or stuffed the turkey. Ranked the second best Thanksgiving Day parade in the country, it’s become iconic to Detroiters and to out-of-state Michiganders who want only good things for Detroit. So, if your church, school group, or group of extended family or friends want to be a part of helping make it No. 1, consider attending this holiday season.
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The words “man-made” don’t often relay the reality represented in a structure’s enormous size, massive span, extreme height, or extraordinary ability. Michigan, in fact, has many man-made marvels — breathtaking feats of engineering expertise — that offer a look into our history and our future. If you want an eclectic tour that your group will be talking about for a long time, try this tour of Michigan’s engineering marvels in the Upper Peninsula:
Topics: Up North, Pure Michigan, Michigan Travel Ideas
Even though autumn means the end of consistent sun and warmth in Michigan, at least we have the changing leaves and their breathtaking vistas of color to enjoy as we say so long to summer. In fact, Michigan is routinely one of the most-ranked states for “best-of” color tours by such sources as Fodor’s Travel, USA Today, and others. To help you choose the perfect path for your fall color tour charter, here are three exceptional areas in the state for fall color and more.
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Fall is a fan-favorite in Pure Michigan. From pumpkin patches and cider mills to festivals and Michigan fall color tours, there is something to do for everyone this time of year.
Here’s a checklist for adventurers looking to maximize their fall fun before winter hits. Scroll to the bottom, or click here to download the FREE interactive PDF bucket list.
Topics: Tahquamenon Falls, Michigan Pumpkin Patches, Pure Michigan, Fall Color in Michigan, Dark Sky Park