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Great Ways to Unplug & Relax on Mackinac Island

The daily grind can be overwhelming -- traffic congestion, never-ending demands at work, a phone that never stops buzzing. Sometimes we need a little respite, some time to get away and unwind. One of the key ingredients to that recipe for a reset is to unplug for a bit. To escape all those texts and…

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Create A Romantic Mackinac Island Getaway

It's time for date night. One that lasts into tomorrow, and the day after that, and the day after that! How about booking a romantic getaway to Mackinac Island? Maybe it's the scenic beauty or the charming character or the quaint ambiance. But whatever it is, there's something special about Mackinac…

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Mackinac Island: Bicycle capital of the world

The Netherlands is the so-called bicycle capital of the world, with upwards of 20 million bicycles for a population of 17 million. That’s more than one bike for every person. By comparison, there’s only one bike for every three people in the United States. But there are some places in the USA, like…

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9 thrilling things to do on Mackinac Island besides zip lines

Curiously enough, one of the most common questions people ask about Mackinac Island is if there are zip lines. The answer: No, there are no zip lines on Mackinac Island. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t any exciting activities for thrill seekers. Sure, you might think of Mackinac Island first and…

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Why there are no cars on Mackinac Island

Out of more than 4 million miles of public streets in the United States, there’s an 8.2-mile stretch of road on Mackinac Island that stands apart. M-185 is the only state highway in the country where motor vehicles are not allowed. Instead, the traffic on Mackinac Island consists of pedestrians…

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5 things to do the first (or next) time you visit Mackinac Island

So, you’re going to Mackinac Island for the first time! Whatever you do during your stay, you’ll enjoy being here – even if your idea of the perfect vacation is just to sit on a Mackinac Island porch and breathe in the fresh, island air. But if you’re looking for activity, there’s so much to do on…

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5 things you have to see in Michigan’s original national park

You may know that Mackinac Island is home to historic Fort Mackinac. But did you know that as Mackinac Island evolved into a popular vacation destination named the No. 1 Best Island in the Continental U.S., it became home to the country’s second national park? Shortly after Yellowstone became the…

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Things to do on Mackinac Island for families

So, what is there to do on Mackinac Island? Well, the short answer is a lot. Deciding which of the many things to do depends on how you like to vacation and who you’re traveling with. To help you get started planning, we’ve put together several sample itineraries. This time, we’re focused on things…

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What's so special about Mackinac Island?

Alright, so you’ve never been to Mackinac Island. Maybe you don’t even know where Mackinac Island is. But all you keep hearing is that Mackinac Island is the place to be. It is... …one of the Best U.S. Islands, Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards …the Hottest U.S. Summer Destination…

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Mackinac Island nightlife: 5 things to do after dark

Thousands of people visit Mackinac Island each day during prime tourism season from spring through fall. They take in the beautiful sights, explore Mackinac Island’s historic attractions, taste world-famous Mackinac Island fudge and enjoy relaxing Mackinac Island bike rides, adventurous hikes…

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