One thing you can always find in this area are some of the best freshwater beaches in the world. From kid-friendly beaches with playgrounds to "out of the way" beaches for those looking for solitude. One of these great beach locations is just right for you.
Bayside Park-East Grand Traverse Bay off of US 31 North south [...]
Category Archives: Plan Your Trip
Where's the Beach? East Grand Traverse Bay, Bowers Harbor, Good Harbor, Michigan
May 21, 2008 – 3:30 pm
Balloon Rides Traverse City Michigan
May 6, 2008 – 12:42 pm
Up, up and away in a balloon ride over beautiful Northern Michigan
http://www.grandtraverseballoons.com/
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Museums Glen Arbor, Northport, Traverse City
May 5, 2008 – 2:30 pm
Historical,artistic and cultural collections can be found at these Northern Michigan treasures.Check out their gift shops too.
Dennos Museum Center-Traverse City-231-995-1055
Grand Traverse Art Center & Gallery- 231-941-9488
Empire Area Museum-231-326-5568
Grand Traverse Heritage Center-231-995-0313
Great Lakes Childrens Museum- www.GreatLakesKids.org
Leelanau Historical Museum- 231-256-7475
Music House Museum - www.musichouse.org
Sleeping Bear Point Maritime Museum- 231-326-5134
This Ole Farm Museum-Buckley- 231-269-3672
Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum- 231-386-7195
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Mushroom Hunting. Looking for morels?Northern Michigan Glen Arbor is a place to hunt!
May 3, 2008 – 2:33 pm
Morel hunting in April/May. That's what mushroom lovers do in the northland. Never been morel hunting? Locals won't give up their secrets but you can get some inside tips on this site http://www.northerncountrymorels.com/?tradesecrets.htm
Mushroom hunters advise that you take an experienced mushroom hunter with you the first time. Mushrooms/fungi can be dangerous if you don't know [...]
Golf Empire, Cedar, Suttons Bay Michigan
May 2, 2008 – 1:22 pm
Enjoy unforgettable golf terrain and pure Northern Michigan beauty at these local courses.Try one or try them all!
Dunes Golf Club in Empire- www.dunesgolf.com
King's Challenge in Cedar- www.kingschallenge.com
The Leelanau Club in Suttons Bay- www.leelanauclub.com
Sleeping Bear Golf Club in Cedar-231-228-7400
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Stay at the Pinnacle in Glen Arbor-Lake Michigan and be on top of the world
May 2, 2008 – 10:43 am
The beautiful Pinnacle condos in Glen Arbor at the Homestead are a perfect accommodation for winter getaways. Situated high on the Lake Michigan shoreline you have a birds eye view of breathtaking skyline and water views. Close to downtown Glen Arbor, Sleeping Bear Dunes and miles of shoreline.Easy trip to local wineries. 30 minutes to [...]
Travel Tips that cut the cost. Make a trip up north
May 1, 2008 – 12:30 pm
Using these helpful tips will help to keep some cash in your pocket for other summer fun.
Check the tire inflation on your car. Proper tire inflation can save drivers up to 6 cents per gallon on gas.
Have your wheels properly aligned. This can save you as much as 11 cents per gallon.
Replace clogged air filters. A [...]
Fishing Charters Grand Travese Bay Lake Michigan
April 30, 2008 – 1:14 pm
Leelanau County area charters. You don't have to be a pro to go fishing. Let these experienced fishermen take you to the best fishing spots in the area. Get that grill fired when you bring back the catch of the day. Book early!
Reel Tales-231-334-3632
Finicky Fishing-231-326-5557
Far-Fetched Charters 231-941-4376
C Worthy Charters-231-271-3643
The Mackinac Bridge. How far do we have to go?
April 24, 2008 – 2:04 pm
A trip to the bridge can be part of your vacation plans. With just a short day trip you can include this in your vacation memories. Plan on stopping at farmstands, cafes, gift shops and more.
From:
Traverse City - 110 miles
Suttons Bay - 126 miles
Northport - 138 miles
Leland - 136 miles
Glen Arbor - 137 miles
Interlochen - [...]
Marinas Traverse City-Suttons Bay-Elk Rapids more
April 10, 2008 – 3:08 pm
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 [...]