In December, Mackinac Island becomes a winter wonderland, embracing the quiet beauty of the season amidst its usually bustling landscapes. From November through April, Mackinac Island transforms in the winter off season to a different place compared to the sunshine and summer energy the island is…
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After Mackinac Island's iconic Halloween Weekend at the end of October, the ferry boats reduce their schedules and tourist traffic slows significantly. But just because Mackinac Island is the USA's Best Summer Travel Destination doesn’t mean it’s not a great place to visit in the winter, too. In…
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For nearly half the year, Mackinac Island goes into hibernation – or so it may seem to people who visit the beautiful and historic Michigan travel destination in the spring, summer or fall. For sure, winter is a quieter time, when the 500-some people who live year round on Mackinac Island refuel…
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Do you ever think about that special someone you met on Mackinac Island? The one who showed you the sights on a carriage tour? Who took you down secret trails in Mackinac Island State Park? Who whisked you away by taxi to a romantic dinner? Yes, we’re talking about the horses of Mackinac Island. Do…
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A summer day on Mackinac Island is something from a dream: Rich history, horse-drawn carriage tours, legendary rock formations, endless trails through Mackinac Island State Park and, of course, world-famous fudge. But when the tourism season ends and the cold settles in, Mackinac Island becomes a…
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As the crisp fall air sweeps across the Straits, Mackinac Island visitors are greeted with a tapestry of vibrant foliage, painting the landscape in hues of red, orange, and gold. Whether you enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride through Mackinac Island State Park or a leisurely bike ride along the…
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Once fall arrives at the USA's Best Summer Travel Destination, a different feeling comes to Mackinac Island. As the crowds thin, the leaves change and nightfall comes earlier, the atmosphere can become a bit mysterious. Spooky, even. No wonder it’s the busiest time of year for the Haunts of Mackinac…
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Spring on Mackinac Island brings beautiful new life, from the growth of colorful wildflowers in Mackinac Island State Park to the reopening of Mackinac Island hotels, restaurants and places to stay. Then, summer on Mackinac Island is when things really rev up, with regular flows of day-trippers and…
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Labor Day marks the symbolic end of summer and the autumnal equinox later in September heralds the official start of fall. Yet, it doesn’t often look or feel like fall in many parts of the country. In lots of places where it’s still 80 degrees every day, you only know it’s fall because there’s…
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Spring is called pre-season, summer is peak season, and fall can be described as the perfect season on Mackinac Island. In September, Mackinac Island transforms into a tranquil paradise, where the fading warmth of summer meets the crisp anticipation of autumn. September offers a unique experience as…
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