Must-Try Restaurants at Traverse City’s Grand Traverse Commons
There are so many things to do at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons—from shopping to hiking—but eating at one of the Commons’ restaurants should definitely …
11 Happening Happy Hour Hot Spots in Traverse City
Check out these Traverse City Happy Hour hot spots for the best deals in town. (Note: specials are subject to change!) Right Brain Brewery A short drive from downtown, Right Brain …
A Wedding at The Inn at Bay Harbor
Jeff and Melissa only had three months to plan the wedding of their dreams at The Inn at Bay Harbor, but when it came to their wedding day, it looked anything but rushed. The story …
A Summer Crystal Mountain Wedding
Bride and groom Molly and Jonathan are both active people. Crystal Mountain was the perfect venue that showcased their passions (Molly is a lifelong skier and Jon is an avid …
Traverse City Wedding at West Bay Beach, A Holiday Inn Resort
West Bay Beach, A Holiday Inn Resort was the perfect place for Kristi and Derek Luke to tie the knot. It provided accommodations for the wedding party, a sandy beach and Lake …
Romantic Outdoor Wedding at Frog Pond Village
Jessica and Edward Marshall describe themselves as outdoorsy, romantic and old souls, so they knew that the rustic feel of Frog Pond Village in Interlochen was the perfect place …
A Fall Ciccone Vineyard Wedding
The East-Coast bride and Midwestern groom found a perfect destination for their fall wedding at Ciccone Vineyards. Jenn Freitas and Nick Melcher are an unlikely match. She stands a …
Destination Wedding at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa
With only ten months to plan a wedding these two love birds knew they wanted a destination wedding in Traverse City at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa. The story of their wedding …
A Summer Traverse City Wedding at ParkShore Resort
Both natives of the area, bride and groom Chelsea and Daniel knew immediately that they wanted to get married at the ParkShore Resort in Traverse City. Their love story was …
Leland Blue, A Way of Life in Northern Michigan
There are many iconic things that represent the lifestyle of Northern Michigan—sipping a glass of local wine outdoors on a cool night, an evening walk on the beaches of Lake …
Traverse City Shopping: The Perfect Ladies Shoes for Any Activity
There are so many different activities to do on your Northern Michigan vacation—from boating and hiking to shopping and dining—your day can take you from the beach to a nice …
The Shops at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
The tight-knit halls of The Village at Grand Traverse Commons are home to an eclectic array of shops—perfect for a boutique shopping blitz while touring Traverse City. Whether …
Footloose Comes to Ramsdell Theatre in Manistee
On the weekends of August 8-10 and August 15-17, the big city musical, Footloose, is coming to the stage of the Ramsdell Theatre in Manistee. Set in a small farming town, this …
2014 Vacation Specials: Northern Michigan Fall Color Tour Packages
Sure, it might feel like summer, but it’s never too early to start dreaming about fall vacations in Northern Michigan. There are tons of great travel ideas for Northern …
‘Bending the Light’ Premiere at the Traverse City Film Festival
On Sunday, August 3rd, the film Bending the Light premiered at the Traverse City Film Festival. Directed by acclaimed director Michael Apted—whose work …
3D Printers in Traverse City Schools to Spur Innovation
3D printing is a cutting-edge technology that can provide unparalleled learning opportunities for young students, and now this technology will be available to Northern Michigan …
Best Beach Towns: Petoskey, Charlevoix, & Harbor Springs
National Geographic has named Petoskey, Charlevoix, and Harbor Springs as some of America’s best beach towns. Susan O’Keefe, an associate editor at National …
Traverse City Film Festival: 5 Great Places for a Post-Film Discussion
Getting your car after seeing a film at the Traverse City Film Festival and heading back to your bed is simply not an option—these films are meant to be discussed, and that means, …
Suttons Bay Real Estate: A Renewed Ranch on West Bay
This sprawling ranch in Suttons Bay is the perfect Northern Michigan home for all of Michigan’s drastically different seasons: there’s a sauna and three fireplaces …
Preview of the White House Dinner at Taste of Traverse City
On Saturday, August 30th, the former White House Executive Chef to both President Clinton and President George W. Bush, Walter Scheib, will be cooking up a delicious White …
Northern Michigan’s Newest Brewery, Northport Brewing
Northport Brewing is a new Northern Michigan beer destination focused on using local ingredients from Leelanau County and contributing to Northport’s ever-growing food and …