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Why you can find lots of international foods on Mackinac Island

When you think of northern Michigan food and beverage, things like whitefish, pasties and craft beer might come to mind. Ackee? Not so much. Yet, you can find the national fruit of Jamaica on the shelves at Doud’s Market on Mackinac Island during the primary visitor season from April through…

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Shoulder (pad) season on Mackinac Island is the 'Perfect Season'

Once the calendar flips past Labor Day, summer is done and Mackinac Island enters what the travel industry calls the shoulder season. Or, shall we say, shoulder pads season? Even though things around town quiet down a bit when the USA's Best Summer Travel Destination transitions to fall, it's loud…

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See if you can conquer these Mackinac Island fitness challenges

Mackinac Island is home to some of the world’s most incredible sights and some of its most interesting history. Iconic landmarks such as the ancient Arch Rock and 19th-century Fort Holmes make for great sight-seeing. Did you know they also can be part of a great workout? You can take in the beauty…

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10 special days to celebrate on Mackinac Island

Few visitors ring in the New Year on Mackinac Island, given that it comes right in the middle of winter. Yet, it's the perfect way to recognize the timeless nature of one of the world's most amazing places. Even as the year changes, Mackinac Island remains the same! Plus, there's a turtle drop at…

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Q&A with Wings of Mackinac Butterfly Conservatory

While visiting her grandmother in Michigan, Marie Hulett met a friend who told her about Mackinac Island. She visited for what was supposed to be a single summer on the island, but she decided to stay. That was 38 years ago. For most of that time, Marie has been curator and manager of Wings of…

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Are drones allowed on Mackinac Island?

[Note: Permission is needed from both the City of Mackinac Island and Mackinac State Historic Parks to operate a drone on Mackinac Island.] Some of the most striking photographs of Mackinac Island’s gorgeous landscape have been taken from above, by helicopter, plane and even drone. However, drones…

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Running on Mackinac Island

Running on Mackinac Island is, quite simply, one of my favorite things to do. Sharing ideas, suggestions and thoughts about running on Mackinac Island is a close second. Happily, I’ve been doing both for 30 years. I knew Mackinac Island well having spent many a summer day, as a kid and young adult…

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10 Mackinac Island Travel Tips for Your Next Vacation

Whether you're planning your first trip to Mackinac Island or you visit every year, there's always something new to discover in the USA's Best Summer Travel Destination. What better place to go for some inside information than to the people who live and work on Mackinac Island! Check out these 10…

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Best Places for a Picnic on Mackinac Island

With so many coffee shops, breakfast spots, bars and restaurants to choose from on Mackinac Island, it’s easy to overlook the Best Picnic Spot in Michigan. Yet, Marquette Park is a delightful place to spread out a blanket and have something to eat as you soak up the sun and watch all the people…

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