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Michigan-themed food to try on Mackinac Island

You don’t have to look very far to find world-famous Mackinac Island fudge when you visit Michigan’s Mackinac Island. With more than a dozen fudge shops, the sugary treat is everywhere! And for many Mackinac Island visitors, sampling the many decadent flavors of fudge is a highlight of their trip…

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Fall on Mackinac Island is the ‘Perfect Season’

Low season, shoulder season, value season. There are lots of terms that could describe fall on Mackinac Island. But when you visit Mackinac Island in the fall, you just might come to love fall as the "perfect season." For one, the visitor experience is phenomenal: Fall weather on Mackinac Island is…

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Best places to hammock on Mackinac Island

So, there’s actually such a thing as National Hammock Day. And it turns out that Mackinac Island is a great place to celebrate it. Not only is Mackinac Island the USA's Best Summer Travel Destination, but it's also one of hammock maker ENO's must-visit adventure spots. Of course, you can’t just hang…

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Mackinac Island police car, fire truck and ambulance, oh my!

Psst. Here’s a secret: There actually are cars on Mackinac Island. While the Crown Jewel of the Great Lakes is culturally car-free and has been for more than a century, you’ll be glad to know that Mackinac Island’s emergency services have a few motor vehicles available. For one, there’s a police car…

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Run on Mackinac Island: 4 scenic routes

With four unique Run Mackinac events each year, Mackinac Island is one of the country’s leading destinations for runners. In fact, the island is a great place for a run even when it’s not a race day. If you’ve run on Mackinac Island, you know. It’s a lot easier to push yourself through the next mile…

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What one-of-a-kind shops on Mackinac Island have in common

In downtown Mackinac Island, Nicole Doud owns three stores. Little Luxuries is a one-stop gift shop that offers a touch of whimsy. Canvas & Paddle is a cozy “Up North” shop with cabin decor. And the Artists Market of Mackinac Island features the works of more than 100 artisan makers from around the…

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Best places for pictures on Mackinac Island

With water all around and fascinating landmarks at every turn, Mackinac Island is a camera’s dream. It’s full of scenic natural beauty plus horse-drawn carriages, bicycles, boats and charming Victorian architecture. While professional photographers on Mackinac Island recommend a few photo spots in…

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Where to run and hide (from the kids) on Mackinac Island

Need a break? Mackinac Island is a great place to get away for a bit, no matter what kind of getaway you enjoy. It’s one of the country’s most tourist-friendly cities, one of the best little beach towns and it's USA Today's Best Summer Travel Destination. Mackinac Island also happens to be one of…

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Beyond the fudge: Mackinac Island’s unique food and wine scene

You might already know about world-famous Mackinac Island fudge. And when you visit, you'll see it everywhere. In fact, there are more than a dozen fudge shops right downtown. But did you know there are twice that many liquor licenses on Mackinac Island? Even though it's smaller than four…

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6 awesome ways to take a fall color tour on Mackinac Island

It’s just about that time of year for one of Michigan’s favorite pastimes: the fall color tour. As the weather cools and the sun sets earlier, the leaves begin to change from their summer greens into a kaleidoscope of yellow, orange and red. The amazing display presents an awesome opportunity to get…

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