Imagine stepping back in time and seeing streets full of horse-drawn carriages. Admiring gorgeous Victorian cottages high on the bluff. Sensing the authentic vibe of real historical attractions. What you’re picturing is Mackinac Island. It’s a place that in many ways still looks and feels as if it’s…
Read More
You may know about the Mackinac Island ferries that shuttle visitors to and from the mainland. You’ve probably heard of world-famous Mackinac Island fudge, the Grand Hotel’s world-record porch and historic Fort Mackinac. But have you hiked Tranquil Bluff Trail? Not many Mackinac Island visitors…
Read More
Escape the heat and leave the traffic behind as you head to an island where the only traffic jam you’ll see involves horses. Mackinac Island has been car free for more than 125 years and is a favorite summer destination for people from all over the world. August is one of the warmest, most popular…
Read More
Mackinac Island’s storied history is a highlight for many visitors. Not only is Mackinac Island the USA's Best Summer Travel Destination, it's also where you can embark on a time traveling adventure into the past. Some of the most peaceful and scenic spots to step back in time are Mackinac Island's…
Read More
Is there a better way to spend a summer afternoon than on the porch while you sip a favorite beverage and watch the world pass by? Mackinac Island is the USA's Best Summer Travel Destination. And guess what? Mackinac Island is full of gorgeous porches! Maybe you've heard about one Mackinac Island…
Read More
Raise your hand if you have so many vacation days left at the end of the year that you can't possibly take them all before December is done. You’re not alone. More than half of us fail to use all of our paid time off from work each year. So, don’t feel bad about it. Just know that you would feel so…
Read More
Whether you’re a horse lover or just a backseat driver who yearns for control, you may want to experience a Drive It Yourself Carriage tour of Mackinac Island. You might already know that Mackinac Island is where the horse is king. As a car-free island, horses are a main form of transportation. In…
Read More
There’s a lot of fudge on Mackinac Island. Each day during the summer, downtown fudge shops make 10,000 pounds of it! But it’s hardly the only sweet treat on Mackinac Island. Just as each restaurant on Mackinac Island is unique, each one offers unique desserts to supplement your steady diet of…
Read More
When vacationing means not only packed suitcases but also a car packed with kids, Mackinac Island is the ideal destination. From sampling fudge to biking adventures to exploring historic forts, Mackinac Island offers lots of fun for the whole family. Since traveling with kids can keep your hands…
Read More
Getting up close to Mackinac Island's iconic Arch Rock: Free. Stunning views of the Mackinac Bridge: Free. Walking along the water, chatting in a chair, hanging in a hammock: Free. Free. Free. Let’s face it. You can spend a lot of money on vacation between transportation, lodging, food and…
Read More
