It’s the first day of spring in Northern Michigan. Usually, this time of year brings a certain kind of excitement. The kind where you wake up to a little more sunlight streaming through the window, the sun stays awake past its recent 5 pm bedtime, and the snow starts to melt just enough to reveal…
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The countdown to spring is on! Whether you want to dance an Irish jig, explore your favorite trail, or simply breathe some fresh air, Sleeping Bear Dunes is about to start stirring after a long winter slumber. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore makes opting outside easy with nearly 100 miles of…
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The dunes usually take center stage at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, but now you have another reason to plan a vacation to this northern Michigan hot spot. Tripadvisor recently ranked Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore among the Top 10 “One-of-a-Kind” beaches in the world. The…
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The Homestead and several Leelanau County wineries have been included in Hour Detroit Magazine’s annual Best of Detroit poll. Now you can help them cross the finish line. The Homestead has been nominated for Favorite Michigan Resort by readers of the lifestyle publication, which conducts the annual…
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In the winter, Pyramid Point trail in the Sleeping Bear Dunes turns into Hoth, and I highly recommend it, Star Wars fan or not. The easy, serene trail of summer transforms into a wild, untamed frontier in the winter. The experience is like none other – and by that, I mean, you might spend some time…
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Strap on the skis or snowshoes and get ready for some good (tasting) laughs. The Wiener Ski is back on Saturday, Feb. 7 at Shady Lane Cellars in Suttons Bay. It’s time for wine, warming fire pits, and melty raclette-topped beer brats on the estate’s winter-postcard-worthy property overlooking the…
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There’s something to be said for getting outside in the snow – but there’s also a lot to be said for sitting inside cozy, warm, and dry – with a mug of hot cocoa (or maybe knitting needles!) in your hands. Here are a handful of ideas on how to get out and see people this winter – with minimal…
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These foodie gift boxes will bring your loved ones the joy of Leelanau County – and a tiny scuffle over THAT cheese or THAT cherry treat - so, brace yourself. Here’s a handful (mouthful) of yummy options to get your gift list done for the season – and done well. All of these businesses offer a wide…
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It’s that time of year – time to shovel snow and… pick out those perfect Leelanau-flavored gifts for your family and friends who love to visit the area. Here’s a handful of fun and fresh gift ideas for your list! Baabaazuzu in Lake Leelanau is the queen of unique gifts – check out their “One of a…
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Whether you’re planning to cook a family feast, burn off some calories on a hike, or shop until you drop on Small Business Saturday, the Sleeping Bear Dunes region is a great place to spend the long Thanksgiving weekend. It’s almost like entering a real-life Hallmark movie, especially if there is…
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