FULLY A WORLD APART
Mackinac Island is a State of Mind.
Mackinac Island is a place where the horse is king, where the streets have been car-free for over 100 years. It is a place where life moves at the clip-clop pace of a carriage, and where the noise of day-to-day life is silenced by the delightful ding of a leisurely bicycle bell.
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Trip Ideas & Itineraries
Magical Mackinac Island Gifts Continue To Surprise
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At the end of each season, I’m reminded of what a special year it’s been for our team at Threads of Mackinac. We’ve been fortunate to have a strong roster of…
Top 12 Mackinac Island Attractions for Teens
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You might think of Mackinac Island first and foremost as an amazing wedding destination, a haven for history buffs or a nature photographer’s dream. It’s also the…
Life on Mackinac Island – Mackinac Island Public Schools
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Mackinac Island, named #1 Island in the Continental U.S. by Travel + Leisure Magazine, is a popular vacation destination, but it’s also home to a thriving community…
5 money-saving tips for visiting Mackinac Island on a budget
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An experience of Mackinac Island is priceless. Still, it can feel good to save a little money here and there when we can. Fortunately, there are lots of ways to keep costs in check…
Annual Island Events
Mackinac Island is world-renowned as the place to get away from it all and relax. But when you’re looking for something to do, there’s plenty to find!
Getting Around Mackinac island
Because the island prohibits motor vehicles, you can’t drive here – at least, not all the way here.