Maybe you’ve heard that Mackinac Island has a dress code. Well, there is some truth to that, but it’s also not quite right. On the one hand, there is no dress code for Mackinac Island itself. Visitors come from all over the world, and they arrive in all kinds of clothing. Whether you prefer shorts…
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If you’re wanting to see flowers on Mackinac Island, you’re in luck! With an abundance of flowers at places to stay, private gardens and in the state park, Mackinac Island is a big-time floral destination. Mission Point Resort offers guided garden tours for both resort guests and visitors. The…
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The late Christopher Reeve is best known for playing Clark Kent in four Superman movies. But perhaps his best performance as the iconic Man of Steel was never seen on the silver screen. It happened instead inside a small theatre on Michigan’s Mackinac Island. Mackinac Island is a charming place…
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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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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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You’ve done it! You’ve started to plan your first visit to Mackinac Island! We know how exciting of a time this is. As you begin to explore how you’re going to get to Mackinac Island, where you’re going to stay on Mackinac Island, all the things to do on Mackinac Island, and the must-try fudge shop…
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While there’s no road map to car-free Mackinac Island, the official Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau web site has lots of resources to help you map out your visit. Literally, you can find actual maps in the Mackinac Island Guides & Maps: Download Directory. Whether you’re plotting routes for a hike…
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There are more than a dozen bed-and-breakfasts on Mackinac Island, and each one has its own history, its own architectural style and its own personality. For example, one of the unique things about the Victorian home at 7504 Market St. is that it flies an Irish flag from the front porch. The…
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Yay! It's tax season and, hopefully, you've got a big fat refund coming your way. In fact, nearly eight in 10 people receive a federal income tax refund each year, with the average amount around $3,000. That's a nice chunk of change! There's no shortage of ways to spend that money, of course. Maybe…
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Enjoy a small or large group stay on Mackinac Island when you choose to stay in a historic cottage or luxury condominium. With a variety of options located from the Mission District to downtown, and from East Bluff to the Stonecliffe area, your family and friends will enjoy a stay as unique as…
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