We’ve always known this place was special—now the world is taking note. The latest? United Airlines’ in-flight magazine, Hemispheres, features “Three Perfect Days in Traverse City.” The United team hit the iconic highlights—here’s what we’d layer on for true perfection.
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They recommended: Food-truck snacks at Little Fleet in Traverse City
We’d add: “Don’t miss wandering up the block to The Coin Slot, where you’ll find more food ops—White on Rice and Aiko food trucks (try the soba), and new-in-town Two Sons Pizza inside Coin Slot.” —Allison Jarrell, associate editor
Photo by Dave Weidner
Photo by Dave Weidner
Dishes from Aiko Street Food at The Coin Slot.
They recommended: A trip to Fishtown
We’d add: “If you love charming waterfront enclaves, don’t miss the historic village of Glen Haven, home to a working blacksmith shop, general store, the cannery boat house, and a newly renovated inn, all in a dune-swept beach-front setting.” —Lissa Edwards, senior editor
Photo by Taylor Brown
They recommended: Visiting Black Star Farms winery and cruising the bay with Inland Seas, Suttons Bay
We’d add: “Stroll the shops—Poppy Things, Wild Lettie, and the coffee bar at Northern Latitudes makes a perfect Suttons Bay afternoon.” —Rachel Soulliere, digital content and social media strategist
They recommended: A tour of The Village at Grand Traverse Commons and pastries at S2S
We’d add: “Work in some walking—the fairy trails at the Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park are utterly enchanting. Add in a stroll to the Hippy Tree and wander 500 acres of forested trails, washed down with a post-walk Cinnamon Girl cider at Left Foot Charley.” —Cara McDonald, executive editor
Photo by Allison Jarrell
They recommended: A trip to 2 Lads Winery, Bonobo and Mission Point Lighthouse on Old Mission Peninsula
We’d add: “Some flowers. Stop (with a glass of wine) at the Secret Garden at Brys Estate. Moondance Flower Farm and Old Mission Flowers are the spot for U-pick bouquets (especially sunflowers in August).” —Carly Simpson, managing editor
Photo by Allison Jarrell
Lavender and Frosé from Brys Estate Winery.
Photo by Dave Weidner
Looking for More Northern Michigan Adventures?
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Photo by Allison Jarrell