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	<title>Visit Up North Blog &#187; Leland/Lake Leelanau</title>
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		<title>Pet Friendly Lodging-Northport, Traverse City, Glen Arbor, Elk Rapids Michigan &amp; more</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:14:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[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 &#8211; Friday 9-5.
Woof!
www.visitupnorth.com 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Pet friendly rentals at great rates too. Wow we love pets. Call for specials! 800-901-8922.<br />
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<p>Is your pet looking for a place for your vacation?<br />
Let us help you find a place that welcomes your much-loved pet.<br />
Call us today for details at 800-901-8922. Monday &#8211; Friday 9-5.<br />
Woof!<br />
<strong>www.visitupnorth.com</strong> </p>
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		<title>Pet friendly winter rentals</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 20:47:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>visitupnorth</dc:creator>
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Even in the winter we love to travel with our four legged friends. We welcome your well mannered friend at many of our rentals. Check us out and start planning today. Mention this post and we will waive the pet fee on any winter rental
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<p>Even in the winter we love to travel with our four legged friends. We welcome your well mannered friend at many of our rentals. Check us out and start planning today. Mention this post and we will waive the pet fee on any winter rental</p>
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		<title>Need help choosing a vacation cottage? We are here to help plan your Up North vacation.</title>
		<link>http://www.visitupnorth.com/blog/need-help-choosing-a-vacation-cottage-we-are-here-to-help/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:34:08 +0000</pubDate>
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Planning a vacation can be daunting. There are hundreds of websites and as many homes to choose from. It can be confusing at the least and overwhelming often. At &#8220;Visit Up North Vacation Rentals&#8221; we take the anxiety of planning away. How? We are a local management company that physically manages our homes. That means [...]]]></description>
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<p>Planning a vacation can be daunting. There are hundreds of websites and as many homes to choose from. It can be confusing at the least and overwhelming often. At <em>&#8220;Visit Up North Vacation Rentals&#8221; </em>we take the anxiety of planning away. How? We are a local management company that physically manages our homes. That means we are in these homes, we clean and maintain them. We live here so we know the area. We take our families to the beautiful beaches. We eat at the local diners, drink the local wine, enjoy the local festivities. We live and breathe Northern Michigan.  We want your vacation to be special and as much of the guess work we take away from you allows you to enjoy what your spending your hard earned money on&#8230; a wonderful vacation. <img src="http://www.visitupnorth.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/foxwoodhouse1-300x214.jpg" alt="foxwoodhouse1" title="foxwoodhouse1" width="300" height="214" class="alignright size-medium wp-image-5435" /> </p>
<p><strong>Call us today and let us guide you through our homes, cottages and condos. We look forward to talking with you soon. 800-901-8922</strong></p>
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		<title>Traverse City Michigan freshwater fishing paradise and we have the places to stay at</title>
		<link>http://www.visitupnorth.com/blog/traverse-city-michigan-freshwater-fishing-paradise/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:47:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>visitupnorth</dc:creator>
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Between May and October, there is no consistently better place to be fishing in America than Traverse City, Mich. Diversity is the key: Lake Michigan with salmon and steelhead; Grand Traverse Bay with some of the best smallmouth pockets and carp flats in America; and more rivers and natural lakes filled with trout, bass, and [...]]]></description>
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<p>Between May and October, there is no consistently better place to be fishing in America than Traverse City, Mich. Diversity is the key: Lake Michigan with salmon and steelhead; Grand Traverse Bay with some of the best smallmouth pockets and carp flats in America; and more rivers and natural lakes filled with trout, bass, and panfish than you can begin to touch in one season. The calendar in Traverse City is honest-spectacular yellow birches in the falls, frosty white winters, damp misty springs, and radiant blue-green summers. The true outdoor aficionado finds solace (and opportunity) in every month here, be it fishing, hunting, cross-country skiing, or hiking. It&#8217;s an affordable, yet polished, place to be. And the hometown culture is still a classic slice of Rockwell-esque Americana.</p>
<p><em>Field &#038; Stream Magazine.</em> </p>
<p><strong>Visit Up North Vacation Rentals offers rentals on amazing fishing lakes. Call today and reserve your spot. 800-901-8922</strong></p>
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		<title>Getting married in Northern Michigan? What a destination! We have great places for you to stay</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:51:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>visitupnorth</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nothing beats the beauty and charm of Northern Michigan. The Great Lakes, wineries and vineyards, charming villages, natural beauty that takes your breath away.
You cannot find a more perfect location for one of the most important days of your life.
 When making your wedding plans you do not have to worry about accommodations. Let Visit [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Nothing beats the beauty and charm of Northern Michigan. The Great Lakes, wineries and vineyards, charming villages, natural beauty that takes your breath away.<br/><br />
You cannot find a more perfect location for one of the most important days of your life.</p>
<p> When making your wedding plans you do not have to worry about accommodations. Let <strong>Visit Up North Vacation Rentals</strong> take away the headache of where everyone is going to stay. We have homes, cottages and condos for a few or for many. Whether a summer, winter , spring or fall venue,  we have something for everyone.<strong> Why not call us today at 800-901-8922.</strong> Our friendly staff are happy to assist you.</p>
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		<title>Experience the slow vacation of your dreams in Michigan at Visit Up North Vacation Rentals</title>
		<link>http://www.visitupnorth.com/blog/experience-the-slow-vacation-of-your-dreams-in-michigan/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:14:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>visitupnorth</dc:creator>
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The latest buzz word in travel is &#8220;slow travel&#8221;. 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&#8217;t mean [...]]]></description>
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The latest buzz word in travel is <em>&#8220;slow travel&#8221;</em>. 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&#8217;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. </p>
<p>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.<br />
Let <strong>Visit Up North Vacaton Rentals </strong>assist you in planning you next trip. Call us at 800-901-8922.</p>
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		<title>Traverse City-Leelanau County -Northern Michigan always a magical beautiful place-come see why.</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:22:46 +0000</pubDate>
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The economy might be a little 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 [...]]]></description>
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The economy might be a little 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 under cool fall skies. Sip warm toddies and build a fire at night on the shore as you watch the stars twinkle in an endless sky. Snuggle up in front of a roaring fire at the end of the day. 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. <a href="http://http://www.visitupnorth.com"></p>
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		<title>Jet Ski Rentals/Pontoons/Boats Traverse City,Suttons Bay,Northport,Glen Arbor,Elk Rapids, Leland, Grand Traverse Bay</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 16:43:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[One more great activity you can enjoy on our many lakes. These rental companies will bring your boat rental to the nearest public boat launch of the lake that you are staying on. Call for rates and reserve your boat/ski today.
Suttons Bay Boat Rentals-231-633-5700.Renting Pontoons,canoes.Free delivery.
Sunset Water Sports-Â www.sunsetwatersports.comÂ Â Â Renting Ski boats,jet skis,pontoons,water trampolines.Free delivery.Â Â Â Â Â Â 

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>One more great activity you can enjoy on our many lakes. These rental companies will bring your boat rental to the nearest public boat launch of the lake that you are staying on. Call for rates and reserve your boat/ski today.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Suttons Bay Boat Rentals</strong>-231-633-5700.Renting Pontoons,canoes.Free delivery.</p>
<p><strong>Sunset Water Sports</strong>-Â <a href="http://www.sunsetwatersports.com/">www.sunsetwatersports.com</a>Â Â Â Renting Ski boats,jet skis,pontoons,water trampolines.Free delivery.Â Â Â Â Â Â </p>
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<strong>Need a place to bring your boat rental? Stay with Visit Up North Vacation Rentals! 800-901-8922</strong></p>
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		<title>Summer is here in Northern Michigan and we have a place for you to stay.</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2011 20:49:57 +0000</pubDate>
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Looks like everyone wants to be in Northern Michigan. We are working hard on aquiring new properties so you can visit this amazing location. We have cottages, homes and condos. Short stays and weekly rentals.
Call and plan your vacation getaway today. 800-901-8922. Book online anytime.
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<p>Looks like everyone wants to be in Northern Michigan. We are working hard on aquiring new properties so you can visit this amazing location. We have cottages, homes and condos. Short stays and weekly rentals.<br />
Call and plan your vacation getaway today. 800-901-8922. Book online anytime.</p>
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		<title>Beach etiquette so we all can keep enjoying our beautiful beaches in Northern Michigan</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 May 2011 15:37:02 +0000</pubDate>
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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 Councilâ€™s clean [...]]]></description>
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<p>Take your trash with you:</p>
<p>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 Councilâ€™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.</p>
<p>No leaky diapers:</p>
<p>&#8220;When it says swim diaper, that doesn&#8217;t mean [the waste is] self contained,â€ Stoner said. â€œI know this from personal experience. Plastic pants are the way to go.â€</p>
<p>Outfiit your baby with the best diaper using Green Guide&#8217;s &#8220;Diapers Buying Guide.&#8221;</p>
<p>Pick up pet waste:</p>
<p>&#8220;Pet waste is a big problem and so easily solved by scooping up the waste,â€ Stoner adds. </p>
<p>Smoking ban:</p>
<p>During the coastal cleanup, volunteers found more than 3.2 million cigarette butts and filters. If you have to smoke, donâ€™t leave evidence.</p>
<p>Stick to organic sunscreens, cosmetics, and insect repellent:</p>
<p>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.<br />
(excerpt from National Geo Go Green)</p>
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