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Assemble an ideal itinerary for your family—an afternoon, a day or a full weekend—at three fun-for-all spots around Michigan: the Mackinac Island area, Ford Motor Company attractions in Dearborn and...
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The Mackinac Island Lilac Festival promises a second chance at spring. While most Midwest lilac blooms are gone by late May, thousands of them are bursting with color in June on this nostalgic...
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Preserved history creates a soul-reviving escape on Mackinac Island, the Les Cheneaux Islands and the mainland’s Mackinaw City.
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A ferry ride beyond the history-rich tip of Michigan’s lower peninsula, the famously Victorian and car-free Mackinac Island continues to lure generations of travelers. See our trip guide for ideas on...
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From Minnesota to Ohio, towns along the Midwest's Great Lakes capture the summer vacation spirit. Here are some of our favorite Great Lakes getaways, with tips on exploring each one.
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On these great drives through the countryside, the journey is just as important as the destination.
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Peaceful lakes, sweeping vistas, state fair food—here is our list of 30 essential Midwest experiences. Consider this a checklist for this year's travel, in case it's time to renew the...
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If you've only been to Michigan's Mackinac region during the summer (or never been there at all), you owe yourself a fall trip. You'll find the best seats on ferries, prime lakeside...
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Where do Midwest Living's readers love to vacation? Here are 15 favorites -- and why our readers love them.