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Budget friendly rentals Up North Northern Michigan plan a vacation today

visitupnorth — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:35:59 +0000

At Visit Up North Vacation Rentals we have something for evey budget. Start planning your family vacation today. Don’t see what you are looking for? Give us a call and we will assist you in locating your vacation cottage or condo. We are available Monday-Friday 9-5 at 800-901-8922. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Glen Arbor-Suttons Bay-Traverse City Cozy cottages, cabins, condos for two.

visitupnorth — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:44:30 +0000

There are times when just the two of you just need to get away. Visit Up North Vacation Rentals has those just perfect locations for a cozy getaway for two. Whether you need a few days or a few weeks, we have something to meet your needs. Check out some ideas below or call our friendly staff and they can make all the arrangements for you.
Call today at 800-901-8922

The Little Legal Beagle in Suttons Bay-

A perfect spot for the two of you right in the heart of Suttons Bay dowtown. Charming one bedroom (with fireplace), 1 bath with room for three in a Queen and rollaway bed. Right across from the beach and marina this charming getaway will make you feel right at home. Dine on the spacious deck and grill your late night dinner or walk next store to one of the great restraunts. Walk over to the library for a good book or one block down to the Bay Theatre for a night time movie. Full kitchen, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Internet, phone. Big screen TV/DVD/Cable. You won’t have to drive anywhere if you stay at this great location.Air conditioned. Enjoy the art festival, jazz festival and more from this location.Wineries are minutes away. No smoking. Linens. Short stays available. Sept guest comment: Little Leagle Beagle is a smaller one bedroom apartment overlooking Sutton’s Bay. We loved the proximity to restaurants and shops downtown and the beach. Everything was clean and in good shape. We’d definitely stay here again.

South Beach 43 Glen Arbor-Lake Michigan condo

Beautiful condo getaway on Lake Michigan is a perfect escape for 1 or 2 couples or a small family. This stretch of beach cannot be beat for beach fun, star gazing, long walks on the beach or maybe just a little de-stressing. This 2 bdrm/2 ba mid-level condo that will sleep 6 with 1 Queen, 2 Twins, and sofabed. Cable TV/VCR/DVD. Nicely decorated and includes fireplace, washer/dryer, deck, and stunning sunset views. Linens provided. Close to the Village of Glen Arbor where you can enjoy fun for the entire family. Rent a canoe or a bike, grab a burger and a beer at Arts Tavern, do a wine tasting or pickup all the cherry products you can imagine at Cherry Republic . Lots of shopping, art galleries, festivals and more. Sleeping Bear Dunes is only 5 minutes away. Just 10 minutes away is the quaint town of Empire, Pierce Stocking Park and Glen Haven. Traverse City is only 30 minutes away.Sunday-Sunday, No Beach Club. No smoking. No Pets. Shorts stays are available in the off season.

Foxwood- Glen Arbor

This little cottage offers a whole lot of charm right in “downtown” Glen Arbor. Features 2 bedrooms plus a loft and 1 bath. Will allow 6 with 2 Queens and twin air mattress provided. Cozy, in a wooded setting, right across the street from the Crystal River. Enjoy the beautiful pristine water of the river with provided canoe and kayak. Easy walk across street to river. Charming furnishings. Walk to Riverfront Pizza and enjoy a slice on the deck or taste local cherry wines at Cherry Republic! Grocery store, gift shops, Taverns and coffee shop are just a few of the things that make your visit easy. Walk to Lake Michigan and watch the sun go down. Gas grill and firepit. W/D, DW, Cable/VCR/DVD. Your well-mannered pet is welcome. No Smoking. Sat-Sat. Short stays allowed. Sept 08 guest comment:The property was a great little cottage, comfortable and spotless. Based on this experience, we will be using Visit Up North for future vacations! Thank you! Aug 08 review:My family and I have stayed at many locations in the Glen Arbor area since we began vacationing there in 1999: The Homestead Resort’s several properties, the Sleepy Bear Campground, and other rental homes. We haven’t enjoyed any of them as much as the Foxwood. The location is perfect for a walk into town. The river amenities are wonderful – especially since well-behaved dogs are allowed

PHOTO CONTEST Enter and win a mini vacation getaway

visitupnorth — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:28:42 +0000

Photo Contest 2010
Visit Up North Vacation Rentals Summer Photo Contest!
Submit photos by emailing them to: april@visitupnorth.com

GUIDELINES:

• Photos must be taken at a Visit Up North Vacation Rental only, or in the immediate surrounding area of the rental
• You can submit as many photos as you’d like, but please note that not all may be posted. Please keep photos under 2MB each.
• Some ideas for photos are:
o Family Vacations & Family Reunions
o Retirees enjoying retired life at our rentals
o Holidays and celebrations spent at our rentals
o Romantic Getaways
o Girls Getaways
o Fishing trips
o Recreational Retreats
We will accept submissions until August 31, 2010. The staff at Visit Up North Vacation Rentals will choose and announce a winner September 4, 2010, Please read all terms and conditions below.

The Grand prize winner will receive a FREE 3 night stay at one of our cottages or condos at the discretion of Visit Up North Vacation Rentals anytime between September 7, 2010 – June 15, 2011. No other specials apply. Winner will be announced on our website as well as via email.

Photos that are submitted become the property of Visit Up North Vacation Rentals. LLC. Photos will be used exclusively for the use of Visit Up North website, advertising and blog. There is no monetary value to this contest.

Traveling with your pet this summer? We have cottages and homes that welcome your well mannered furry friend

visitupnorth — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:14:56 +0000

We make it easy to bring your much loved pet. Call us today and let us find the perfect vacation rental for you and “all” of your family.

Visit Up North Vacation Rentals offers pet friendly lodging. We know how important it is to travel with your pet so we have made several of our rentals available to your much loved furry familiy member. We do have a few policies to abide by, but this is for the protection of not only our rental properties but for your pet as well. See our website for pet policies. We are open Monday thru Sunday during summer months.

Ask about your free pet gift!

Call today 800-901-8922.

Hotel vs Vacation home. Why choose a vacation rental. Visit Up North

visitupnorth — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 17:37:44 +0000

The process for renting a vacation home differs from booking a hotel room. One of the many benefits is working with a property management company that has the expertise to make staying at a cottage or home headache free. Their personal interest in your stay and knowledge of the property are far beyond that of a hotel reservation center! This helps you make the best choice for you and your family. Let Visit Up North Vacation Rentals friendly staff start helping you today… it’s absolutely worth it!

Spend less, travel more
Priced between 50 and 80 percent less per square foot than the average hotel room in popular destinations, vacation rentals offer real value.

Room to relax
Say goodbye to the small hotel room. Our average vacation rental is 1800 sq. ft

Privacy
No hotel staff to disturb you, and plenty of private space for spending family-time together.

The kitchen is always open
Dine in with the kids or dine out on the town. Free yourself from vending machines and expensive room service. Stock up on local fresh farm goods and fresh local products.

Bring the dog
Many vacation rentals are pet friendly and offer dog beds, dog runs, and more so your best friend will feel right at home. No more putting your furry friend in a kennel.

Traverse City-Leelanau County -Northern Michigan always a magical beautiful place-come see why.

visitupnorth — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:22:46 +0000

The economy might be shaky but a visit to Northern Michigan will make you forget that there is a problem in the world. Enjoy the quaint villages along the lakeshore, shop at one of a kind wine, cheese and artisian bread shops. Maybe you prefer a stroll on the miles of pristine sandy beaches. Build a fire at night on the shore as you watch the stars twinkle in an endless sky. The air in Northern Michigan is clean and refreshing. You are greeted like a welcomed guest to share in this paradise. Make your plans to visit Northern Michigan today and make a memory that will last a lifetime. Visit Up North Vacation Rentals can help you start making those plans.

Pet Friendly Lodging-Northport, Traverse City, Glen Arbor, Elk Rapids Michigan & more

visitupnorth — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 07:14:14 +0000

Pet friendly rentals at great rates too. Wow we love pets. Call for specials! 800-901-8922.

Is your pet looking for a place for your vacation?
Let us help you find a place that welcomes your much-loved pet.
Call us today for details at 800-901-8922. Monday – Friday 9-5.
Woof!
www.visitupnorth.com

Water Safety Tips Northern Michigan Be safe when you Visit Up North

visitupnorth — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 17:36:35 +0000

These general water safety tips will help you stay safe in and around the water.

Learn to swim.The best thing anyone can do to stay safe is to learn to swim. Always swim with a buddy;never swim alone. The American Red Cross has swimming courses for people of all ages. Contact a local Red Cross chapter.

Swim in areas supervised by a lifegaurd on public beach areas.

Children and inexperienced swimmers should take precautions, such as wearing a U.S.Coastguard approved personal floatation device.

Watch out for dangerous “too’s”. Too tired, too cold, too much sun from strenuous activity, too far from safety.

Set water rules for the entire family.

Be knowledgeable of the water environment you are in and the potential hazards, such as deep & shallow areas, current and depth changes.

Pay attention to local weather conditions. Stop swimming at the first indication of bad weather.

Do not use alcohol with swimming, diving or boating. Alcohol impairs judgement, balance and coordination. It also reduces your body’s ability to stay warm.

Watch for signs of heat stroke. Heat stroke is life threatening. The body’s temperature control system which produces sweating stops working.

Wear foot protection.

Never leave a child unobserved around water.Adult supervision is recommended at all times.

Keep your cell phone or cordless nearby in case you need to call 911.

Considering water safety rules can help ensure a safe and happy vacation!

Beach etiquette so we all can keep enjoying our beautiful beaches in Northern Michigan

visitupnorth — Sun, 30 May 2010 15:37:02 +0000

Take your trash with you:

Not only is trash and food waste on the beach an eyesore that can end up suffocating sealife, it attracts birds and wildlife that end up defecating on the sand. This ends up contributing to the already problematic sewage problem, says Nancy Stoner, director of the Natural Resources Defense Council’s clean water project. She advocates disposing trash in lidded bins, or if those are not available, containing the trash and packing it out yourself.

No leaky diapers:

“When it says swim diaper, that doesn’t mean [the waste is] self contained,” Stoner said. “I know this from personal experience. Plastic pants are the way to go.”

Outfiit your baby with the best diaper using Green Guide’s “Diapers Buying Guide.”

Pick up pet waste:

“Pet waste is a big problem and so easily solved by scooping up the waste,” Stoner adds.

Smoking ban:

During the coastal cleanup, volunteers found more than 3.2 million cigarette butts and filters. If you have to smoke, don’t leave evidence.

Stick to organic sunscreens, cosmetics, and insect repellent:

Research has shown that some sunscreen compounds suspected to be endocrine disruptors are finding their way into fish tissue. Scientists have said some of these could alter reproductive function and birth weight in fish. Not all ultraviolet filters have harmful materials, but to be safe, try to use natural ingredients. The possible synergistic human health and environmental affects of residue from the hundreds of chemical compounds in cosmetics and personal care products give water quality experts a real fright.
(excerpt from National Geo Go Green)

Experience the slow vacation of your dreams in Michigan at Visit Up North Vacation Rentals

visitupnorth — Sun, 09 May 2010 15:14:52 +0000

The latest buzz word in travel is “slow travel”. What actually is it? Slow travel is about soaking up the surroundings you are in, at a leisurely pace instead of running from one thing to another. Having a vacation that leaves you feeling refreshed instead of more exhausted than when you started. It doesn’t mean you should skip the anticipated highlights of your trip, but taking the time to experience the little things your vacation is less like touristy travel. How can you make your own slow travel vacation? Rent your own cottage or home. Get up in the morning to your own space not shared with everyone in a hotel. Sit on the deck and watch the sun rise, breath in the fresh air, savor a cup of coffee. Have a slow breakfast. Start your day in the middle of the afternoon. Take in your surroundings. Plan a day of visiting small local shops, visit mom and pop diners, sit in a park and people watch.

In our hurried world slowing down is often one of the hardest things to do. It is worth the effort though. Coming back to the grind may just be a little less grinding after your relaxing slow vacation.
Let Visit Up North Vacaton Rentals assist you in planning you next trip. Call us at 800-901-8922.