Did you know that Mackinac Island is home to the oldest baseball field in all of Michigan? Or that the waters around Mackinac Island offer some the best fishing in the Great Lakes? Because historic historic Fort Mackinac looms high on the bluffs, Mackinac Island often is identified with its military…
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Long before Mackinac Island became a popular summer travel spot with historic hotels, world-famous fudge and charming horse-drawn carriage rides, it was a military stronghold. But long before even Fort Mackinac was established, it was the unbridled power of the surrounding water itself that made…
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Do you ever think about that special someone you met on Mackinac Island? The one who showed you the sights on a carriage tour? Who took you down secret trails in Mackinac Island State Park? Who whisked you away by taxi to a romantic dinner? Yes, we’re talking about the horses of Mackinac Island. Do…
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Horses have a long history on Mackinac Island and horses play a variety of roles on Mackinac Island. In fact, horses are probably one of the first things that come to mind when thinking of Mackinac Island! Horses also happen to be one of the first signs of spring returning to Mackinac Island. We…
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Psst. Here's a tip for the perfect holiday gift: World-famous Mackinac Island fudge! If you've been to Mackinac Island, you know why fudge is everyone's favorite sweet treat. Maybe you've walked down Main Street and sniffed the irresistible scent of fudge wafting through town. Maybe you've watched…
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November on Mackinac Island is a month of transition. The change from a bustling, active, and lively tourist destination to a quiet, quaint, Northern Michigan town happens with the flip of a switch at the beginning of the month. Being a May-to-October destination, Mackinac Island looks a lot…
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A summer day on Mackinac Island is something from a dream: Rich history, horse-drawn carriage tours, legendary rock formations, endless trails through Mackinac Island State Park and, of course, world-famous fudge. But when the tourism season ends and the cold settles in, Mackinac Island becomes a…
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Just like getting to Mackinac Island is part of the adventure, getting around Mackinac Island once you arrive is also part of the fun. As a car-free destination, Mackinac Island runs on real horsepower. In fact, horses go hand in hand – or shall we say hoof in hoof – with Mackinac Island, just like…
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Here’s a tip: Of all the things that stand out on Mackinac Island, exceptional customer service is right there at the top of the list. It’s natural for visitors to show gratitude to the workers who make their experience truly one of a kind. Yet, because Mackinac Island is so unique, you might come…
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Ahhh…you’re taking a vacation to Mackinac Island. It’s time to leave your worries and your vehicle behind. But wait...what about your luggage?!? Never fear, that’s where our friends, the dockporters, come in. When you visit Mackinac Island, you’re sure to encounter someone riding down Main Street…
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