Awesome Mitten’s Guide to the Traverse City Cherry Festival
It’s no secret that Michigan has fun-filled, exciting festivals throughout the year. But for nearly a century, the Traverse City Cherry Festival has been…
Awesome Mitten’s Guide to the BEST Things to Do in Charlevoix Michigan
Known as “Charlevoix the Beautiful,” this Northern Michigan community is simply breathtaking no matter when you choose to visit. And when you do visit,…
Plan a Day Trip or Weekend Getaway to Experience Traverse City Cherry Blossoms
Enjoying Traverse City cherry blossoms is one of the best things to do in Traverse City each spring. If you’re hoping to find the…
35 Exciting Michigan Spring Festivals & Events
The arrival of spring brings with it many things — birds chirping, flowers blooming, and warmer temperatures. Michigan springtime also means festival season. If…
How to Spend 48 Magical Hours in the Sanctuary of the Great Lakes
As a born and raised Michigander, I am well aware that our winters are long. Oftentimes winter weather begins at the end of October…
3 AWESOME Charlevoix Michigan Mushroom House Tours & Day Trip Ideas
Throughout Michigan, there are hundreds of architectural marvels to discover. From Victorian-era homes with ornate exterior designs and a haunting appeal to sprawling estates…
10 Beautiful Hikes in Traverse City You Need to Explore
The next time you are in Northern Michigan, check out these beautiful hidden gem hiking trails in Traverse City that the whole family can…
Awesome Mitten’s Guide to Visiting Point Betsie Lighthouse Near Frankfort Michigan
Point Betsie Lighthouse has a special place in Benzie County. Located in Frankfort Michigan, this place wins the award for the oldest structure that…
14 Delectable Boyne City Restaurants for Every Appetite
Boyne City Michigan is a beautiful town that offers a wide range of amenities, including a fabulous natural setting. Situated near Young State Park…
Experience Year-Round Fun at Shanty Creek Resort in Northern Michigan
Shanty Creek Resort is a full, four-season resort packed with something to do no matter the time of year you visit. It’s noted for…
Breaking Down 4 Intriguing Michigan Myths
If you visited up north Michigan (by the way, deciding what constitutes as “up north” Michigan is an entirely different article! Coming soon 😉…
Awesome Mitten Team Favorites: 8 Hidden Gem Michigan Beaches
Surrounded by the magnificent Great Lakes, Michigan is full of beautiful beaches. Our writers at Awesome Mitten are letting you in on a few…
How I Learned to Love Michigan Winters
I wake in the early morning, looking out to find that snow has covered the ground in fresh flakes once again. For some, this…
The ULTIMATE Guide to the 2023 Alpena Ice Fest
Michigan is full of awesome winter activities, and Alpena Ice Fest is definitely on that list. This free, public event in Northeast Michigan offers…
The ULTIMATE Guide for Planning Your 2023 Alpena Ice Fishing Trip
When winter arrives in Northeastern Lower Michigan, a whole new level of excitement comes with it in the form of ice fishing. Ice shanties…
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