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Whether you have lived in Michigan your entire life, you’ve recently moved here, you are visiting a place you’ve been to over and over, or you’re trying out a whole new Michigan locale, you’re looking for the best that Michigan has to offer. From the best things to do, great restaurants, and the most unique events, or the best Michigan gifts, you don’t want to miss a thing.
Because at the end of the day, it’s about more than just experiencing every awesome thing the Mitten State has to offer – it’s about wanting to be a part of the community, camaraderie, and being a Michigander.
That’s why we’re so passionate about the Awesome Mitten. We want to make sure you can experience our great state to the absolute fullest with in-depth guides and lists that will make sure you’re ready to explore a new area or help you play tourist in your own backyard.
At the Awesome Mitten, we strive to create resources that focus on both the entire state as well as the major cities and regions of our amazing state. So take a look around and check out your favorite area or activities. Don’t forget to sign up for our weekly email, where you’ll get our newest content and updates on our great state sent right to your inbox each week!
We know there are tons of hidden gems to mine in Michigan, so if you have a recommendation or off-the-beaten-path locale that you know others would love, too, don’t hesitate to send us your ideas. We love exploring Michigan, too!
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Thinking about moving to Michigan? Already live here and want to know if you’re in the right spot? Just curious about all of the great
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Situated in Northern Michigan, Traverse City is the perfect town to live in or visit any time of year. It has a rich history and
Ranked one of the most scenic roads in the United States and most iconic attractions in Michigan, the Tunnel of Trees Scenic Heritage Route offers
Michigan is full of amazing small businesses serving their local communities. Fortress Coffee in Jackson Michigan is a local small-batch coffee roasting company with a
Traverse City is widely known for its cherries and is the host of the annual National Cherry Festival. However, you might not realize how many
Whether you need daily or vacation things to do with kids in Traverse City, there are tons of places to explore. In fact, the abundance
Traverse City, Michigan, has developed a reputation for being a foodie town. It’s full of great family and fine dining restaurants, pizzerias, ice cream shops,
If breakfast is one of your favorite meals of the day, Traverse City has some of the best restaurants and cafes in Northern Michigan. As
Visiting Northern Michigan is always a unique experience. When planning your accommodations in Traverse City, we want your lodging to stand out just as much as your adventures.
When you plan a trip to Traverse City, you want to make the experience as unique and enjoyable as possible. It’s easy to do that
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