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Marinas Traverse City-Suttons Bay-Elk Rapids more

There are marinas for every size boat.Check out the list below.
Duncan Clinch Marina-Clinch Park Traverse City-231-922-4903.No reservations needed. Gas Pumpout.
Elk Rapids Marina-118 Bridge St Elk Rapids-231-264-9500
Greilickville Marina-Traverse City-231-946-5463
Harbor West Yacht Club-12719 S.West Bayshore Traverse City-231-922-3017.Reservations needed.Gas Diesel pumpout.
Leland Township Harbor-107 N. Lake St Leland.No reservations needed.Gas/Diesel pumpout.
Northport Municipal Marina-105 N.Rose Northport-231-386-5411
On the Narrows Marina-8137 S.Glen [...]

Spend some time up north in December

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 [...]

Fall for Golf

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 [...]

Traverse City & Area Fall Color Tours

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

Northern Michigan has the best of all kinds of movie houses.
Cherry Bowl Drive In 
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

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

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. 
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

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 [...]

Theatre/Movies

We all like going to the movies. Here in Northern Michigan we not only have the big cinema but you can also find an outdoor drive in theatre and an Old Fashioned Movie house with a terrific sound system. Make this part of your vacation plans.Also,don't forget the Traverse City Film Festival  http://www.traversecityfilmfest.org/  July 31-August 5.
The [...]

Mini Golf & Amusements

There is always room for some mini golf or waterslides.Make sure you bring the kids too.
Fun Country-Located in Interlochen-9320 US 31 South.231-276-6360. Featuring waterslides,paddle boats,go-karts and mini-golf. Brees Cottage on Green Lake is just own the road if you need a palce to stay!
 http://www.visitupnorth.com/interlochen.shtml#brees
Pirate's Cove Adventure Park-Enjoy the world of 18th Century pirates on two 18 [...]

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