An experience of Mackinac Island is priceless. Still, it can feel good to save a little money here and there when we can. Fortunately, there are lots of ways to keep costs in check while visiting Mackinac Island. From free things to do on Mackinac Island to money-saving tips that stretch your…
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It’s an 8-hour drive from Pittsburgh to the Mackinac Island ferry docks in Mackinaw City, at the tip of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. From there it’s just a short ferry ride to the “Crown Jewel of the Great Lakes.” You could leave tomorrow morning and be here in time for dinner and a magical Mackinac…
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Mackinac Island is known for many reasons: history, horses, bicycles, stunning views, that feeling you get when you step ashore and away from the chaos of the mainland. Another (literal) treat on Mackinac Island is the variety of dining options on Mackinac Island. From freshly caught whitefish to…
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Fudge has been synonymous with Mackinac Island for nearly 150 years. Today, it seems as though you can’t take five steps down Main Street without coming across one (or more!) of Mackinac Island’s many fudge shops. World-famous Mackinac Island fudge has become an iconic symbol, and many “fudgies”…
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Could you use a little break? An escape from the routine? Why not get the girls together for a weekend on Mackinac Island!?! Just like Mackinac Island is a great place for a Guys Weekend, it’s an ideal spot for you and your girlfriends to get away for a few nights. Here are just eight of the ways to…
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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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With pristine waters, historical structures and unmatched natural beauty, it’s easy to see why Mackinac Island is a popular destination with more than 1 million visitors a year. But it’s not just a place to visit. Mackinac Island is a working, functional town with 500 year-round residents, a…
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The sweet sights and scents of summertime are very much still in full swing here in America's Coolcation Destination. In fact, if there's still time on the calendar before Labor Day, then there's still time to enjoy the best of summer fun in the USA's Best Summer Travel Destination. Take a look…
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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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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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