Twenty-seven beaches. Zero wrong choices. From family-friendly stretches and dog-loving shores to rock-hunter havens, secret coves and hike-in hideaways, these nine types of Northern Michigan beaches ...

Summer in NoMI is all go, go, go. Our sweetest season is packed with hikes, winery tours, scenic drives and beach outings, and every day brings a new adventure. The trick to maximizing fun? Knowing ...

The best part of a Northern Michigan summer? There’s always something fun to do in a nearby small town. One of Northern Michigan’s most iconic festivals, the Lilac Festival celebrates the island’s ...

How a chef with a love of all things local turned a small café into the beating heart of Lake Leelanau. Vinyl spins steadily in the background, while children run through a sun-soaked patio. Plates of ...

Inside Northern Michigan’s quiet shift toward a new type of primary care. The waiting room is a place that makes you want to speak softly as you sip your herbal tea. A humidifier hums gently. Polished ...

Explore the natural wonders, foodie hot spots and third places that make this water-loving county famous. 1. Explore the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore’s groomed trails, mystical old-growth ...

Sure, you’ll hit the classics—but if you want to explore like a local, here’s your shortcut to Traverse City’s coolest coffee corners, hidden trails, vinyl haunts and feel-good finds. 1. On bustling ...

Embrace winter in TC with swoon-worthy plates, glowing fireplaces and drinks worth bundling up for. Winter in Traverse City hits differently—the glow of downtown’s lights, fresh … ...

From healing saunas to outdoor wonders, we’ve got your checklist for winter fun in the Grand Traverse region. Escape the blistering cold downtown and duck into the beloved bars and … ...

Boaters commence in Alanson—known as the “Gateway to the Inland Waterway” with connections to Crooked Lake and Burt Lake. After a day drifting on the water, head to Burt Lake Brewing for a brown trout ...

Is there anything better than a table in the sunshine and a lake breeze? Check out some of our favorite restaurants with outdoor dining in Leelanau County. Dining on Omena’s Knot Just a Bar’s deck is ...

Here comes the sun, and patio season. These Traverse City patio picks are perfect for soaking up a hot summer day. Here comes the sun, and patio season. These Traverse City patio picks are perfect for ...