Planning a trip to the Traverse City area? December is a great time to get away for the weekend for a cozy "up north" retreat. Plan on a shopping trip with friends and stay at one of Visit Up North's terrific cottages or condos. We have accommodations with saunas, fireplaces, hotubs and more. Rates start from [...]
Category Archives: Elk Rapids/Eastport
Things to Do in October
October 2, 2007 – 3:22 pm
Summer may be over and the bathing suit packed away, but now is the time for relaxing fall fun. A little cooler weather makes it a good time to hike, bike, read and eat something pumpkin.
There are so many thing's to do in Northern Michigan. October 6 offers "The Party" Fun-Raiser for the Goodwill Inn 231-995-7701. [...]
Fall for Golf
October 2, 2007 – 2:26 pm
Northern Michigan is the place to be when the area takes on a "glow" of fall color.The air is cooler and the scenery is fantastic. What better time than to plan a little up north golf. Some of the best fall deals can be found this time of year. Try Leelanau County's Kings Challenge from [...]
For folks with disabilities there are great places to Visit Up North
September 20, 2007 – 11:59 am
Handicapped accessible hiking trails offer great opportunities for everyone. Check out these beautiful locations.
Boardman Lake Trail,Traverse City- A gorgeous 2-mile lakeside trail offers wheelchair-able pathway. East shore south end of the lake. Park at Hall Park.
www.traversetrails.org/boardman-lake-trail.shtml
Ransom Lake Preserve, Lake Ann -Smooth path along a beautiful Northern Michigan stream. End up at a wheelchair accessible lakeside deck, and try [...]
Busy September Weekends!
September 18, 2007 – 11:38 am
Some great events are coming up in the Leelanau Peninsula and Traverse City areas for the last two weekends of September. The temperatures are still above average, so you can even still go to the beach!
Friday, 9/21- Downtown Traverse City Art Walk-From 5-9pm, stroll downtown Traverse City to view local artists' work--and enjoy refreshments!
Saturday, 9/21 [...]
Traverse City & Area Fall Color Tours
September 17, 2007 – 3:29 pm
Best Enjoyed: Late September to Mid-October
Approximate Length: 190 miles
Fall is the season of the grape, where local vineyards harvest the future Chardonnays, Rieslings and Pinot Grigios. Combine a color tour of the region with a visit to Michigan's wine country - a feast for the eye and the palate.
Choose one or several of the 19 wineries [...]
Movies-Film-Cinema
August 11, 2007 – 1:14 pm
Northern Michigan has the best of all kinds of movie houses.
Cherry Bowl Drive InÂ
Located only 18 miles southwest of Traverse City on US31 South, 7 miles from the Lake Michigan shore line and Sleeping Bear Dune National Park, and a stone throw from the Platte River, the Cherry Bowl is an icon of entertainment for local [...]
Planning ahead for September
August 8, 2007 – 12:23 pm
Beautiful September with the end of summer in the air ,the thought of a slower pace, fall color, walks in the forest, wine tours all will keep you busy having fun. This season brings still exciting things to do in the local community. Farmer markets offer their tasty harvest, new wines are ready to be shared, [...]
Food! Casual Dining Visit Up North Suttons Bay,Northport,Traverse City,Omena
May 3, 2007 – 1:54 pm
There are so many tasty places to eat in Northern Michigan. Try out one of these family friendly spots. Use this link to help plan your driving location.Â
http://www.mapquest.com/
Auntie Pasta's South Airport Rd. Traverse City
Agave Mexican Grill 851 S. Garfield Traverse City
Apache Trout Grill 13671 S.W. Bay Shore Dr. Traverse City
Blue Tractor Cookshop 423 S. Union St. Traverse [...]
Deer Crossing Northern Michigan Up North
May 3, 2007 – 9:25 am
For our furry friends the deer, this is the season to run across the road. You are more likely to see more deer this time of the year. Some practical preparation before you travel can help to keep encounters with these animals from becoming a tragedy.
If a deer crosses your path, brake firmly and hold [...]