The Other Side: Living on Mackinac Island

Living and working on Mackinac Island appears to be quite the adventure. Cars, big box stores, and movie theaters are all left behind for…

Mackinac Island Weekend Getaway: A Sample Itinerary

You know what is worse than a Monday? A Monday after a weekend exploring Mackinac Island. This week is going to be a struggle,…

I have always found the Pure Michigan radio spiels to be smooth and enticing, but I never really took them as reality. I don’t…

Weekend road trips are some of my all-time favorite trips to take. They’re generally affordable and force you to explore within a three-hour radius…

Mother Nature just dropped a foot or more of snow, and many of us are probably wondering things like, “Why do I even live in…

Are you looking for the best Mackinaw City pasties?!? An iconic “up north” Michigan food dishes that you must try before you die, the…

Just because summer is winding down doesn’t mean it’s time to put away your camping gear just yet. Michigan is known for its awesome…

Five lakes, 24 hours. Sounds crazy, right? I read about the Five Great Lakes in 24 Hours Challenge on the Pure Michigan blog and…

Growing up in Traverse City, Moomers Homemade Ice Cream becomes a childhood staple. Located on a quaint farm on the west side of town, it…

Family-owned since 1935, the Dublin General Store is the place to get fresh cured meats in Northern Michigan. In fact, it is known as…