Mackinac Island is blessed with four distinct seasons, from bright, sunny summers to cold, snowy winters and from crisp autumns with gorgeous fall colors to rejuvenating springs with the return of sweet-smelling lilacs. At some times of the year, it almost feels like Mackinac Island experiences all…
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Mackinac Island’s timeless familiarity is a major draw for many visitors. You know Mackinac Island's charming downtown. You know world-famous Mackinac Island fudge. You know serene horsedrawn carriages. You know picturesque Arch Rock. But do you know all of Mackinac Island’s nooks and crannies off…
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Close your eyes and imagine yourself lounging on the deck of a cruise ship, favorite beverage in hand, your body warmed by the sun and your soul caressed by the gentle breeze. You are relaxed. You are at peace. You are…on the Great Lakes! Yep, open your eyes and look around. You are on one of the…
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Mackinac Island is a world-class vacation place, the Best Summer Travel Destination in the USA and one of the top spots to visit for fall, too. And, guess what? Mackinac Island is the ideal setting for some real-world learning, too. For starters, the historic charm of Mackinac Island makes it an…
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Oh, boy! Oh, boy! Oh, boy! My name is Rex and my owner, Jim, just pulled my leash out from the closet. I can’t stop running around the house because we’re going somewhere! We’re going somewhere! Woof! That leash always means something exciting is about to happen! Don’t get me wrong, I love our home…
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Ah, vacation on Mackinac Island! Time to relax and take a break from the routine, leaving behind the usual worries of life. Except that even in a magical place such as Mackinac Island, we all have to take care of our basic needs. For sure, the fun part of planning a trip to Mackinac Island is…
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Ah, summer. That time of year when tens of thousands of visitors from around the world take a break away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy some fun and relaxation on Mackinac Island, the USA's Best Summer Travel Destination. You could stay the whole summer on Mackinac Island and not experience…
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If you take a moment and stand still on Mackinac Island, you’ll probably hear a variety of sounds. The sound of Mackinac Island horses clip-clopping by. The sound of Mackinac Island bicycles whizzing past. The sound of a cannon firing from Fort Mackinac. The sound of water lapping up against the…
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With over 70 miles of trails and 80% of the Island being State Park, it’s safe to say Mackinac Island is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. From hiking and biking to water excursions and horseback riding, Mackinac Island is full of adventure and just waiting to be explored. The best part about being on…
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Fishing on Mackinac Island isn’t the first thing that comes to mind for many visitors. After all, everybody knows about world-famous Mackinac Island fudge and horse-drawn carriage tours. And if you’re into Mackinac Island history, you might know that Fort Mackinac was an important military post that…
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