There’s something about Mackinac Island that inspires travelers to try staying at a Bed and Breakfast for the first time. Maybe it’s that B&Bs are generally synonymous with charm, which is right in line with the nature of Mackinac Island itself. Maybe it’s simply that it can be more affordable to stay at one of […]
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World-famous fudge, historic forts and downtown shopping come to mind for many people when they think of Mackinac Island. So, it may come as a surprise to know that more than 80% of Mackinac Island is state parkland. Mackinac Island State Park is full of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding, legendary natural landmarks
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With pristine waters, historical structures and unmatched natural beauty, it’s easy to see why Mackinac Island is a popular destination with more than 1 million visitors a year. But it’s not just a place to visit. Mackinac Island is a working, functional town with 500 year-round residents, a thriving community and home of the vibrant
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When you think of northern Michigan food and beverage, things like whitefish, pasties and craft beer might come to mind. Ackee? Not so much. Yet, you can find the national fruit of Jamaica on the shelves at Doud’s Market on Mackinac Island during the primary visitor season from April through October. Ditto for callaloo, a
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Once the calendar flips past Labor Day, summer is done and Mackinac Island enters what the travel industry calls the shoulder season. Or, shall we say, shoulder pads season? Even though things around town quiet down a bit when the USA’s Best Summer Travel Destination transitions to fall, it’s loud when there’s a football game
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Mackinac Island is home to some of the world’s most incredible sights and some of its most interesting history. Iconic landmarks such as the ancient Arch Rock and 19th-century Fort Holmes make for great sight-seeing. Did you know they also can be part of a great workout? You can take in the beauty of Mackinac
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Few visitors ring in the New Year on Mackinac Island, given that it comes right in the middle of winter. Yet, it’s the perfect way to recognize the timeless nature of one of the world’s most amazing places. Even as the year changes, Mackinac Island remains the same! Plus, there’s a turtle drop at midnight!
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Coolcationing is a hot new trend, according to Conde Nast Traveler. The combo term (that’s now a legit word, per the Cambridge Dictionary) describes a vacation to cooler climes where people can have fun and escape the heat. There’s lots of buzz around coolcations in the midst of record-high global temperatures that have produced hotter
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[Note: Permission is needed from both the City of Mackinac Island and Mackinac State Historic Parks to operate a drone on Mackinac Island.] Some of the most striking photographs of Mackinac Island’s gorgeous landscape have been taken from above, by helicopter, plane and even drone. However, drones are only allowed on Mackinac Island with special
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Whether you’re planning your first trip to Mackinac Island or you visit every year, there’s always something new to discover in the USA’s Best Summer Travel Destination. What better place to go for some inside information than to the people who live and work on Mackinac Island! Check out these 10 travel tips from members
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The jewel of the Great Lakes. Enjoy beautiful vistas, shopping, and carriage rides during the day, and watch the city transform at night with its happening music and bar scene. Mackinac Island has something for everyone.
Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau
7274 Main Street
Mackinac Island, MI 49757
(906) 847-3783
www.mackinacisland.org
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