Dating back to 1884, Doud’s Market has been in existence for 138 years. Current owner, Andrew Doud is a fourth-generation market owner and proudly carries on the family tradition to this day. Andrew took over the market in 2007 and closed the store for an entire winter to do a complete renovation on the market. …
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A horse-drawn public carriage tour is one of the most popular ways to take in the gorgeous scenery of Mackinac Island. In less than two hours, you can get the lay of the land from downtown up into Mackinac Island State Park and back – all while making friends with some of the island’s iconic …
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Mackinac Island is a vacation destination for all generations. From children, to grandparents, newlyweds, and solo travelers, the Island has something for everyone. If you are traveling with someone who has limited mobility and wondering the best way to get around Island, this blog post is for you! Without motorized vehicles, Mackinac might seem difficult, …
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Survey says: Mackinac Island is one of the world’s best travel destinations. In fact, Travel + Leisure readers have voted Mackinac Island No. 1 on a list of the Top 15 Islands in the Continental U.S. in the publication’s World’s Best Awards this year. Readers hailed the “Jewel of the Great Lakes” as the “quintessential …
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Did you know the big city closest to Mackinac Island is in Canada? Mackinac Island is a short drive from downstate Michigan cities including Detroit, Grand Rapids and Lansing. And Mackinac Island is just a day’s drive from most other metro areas around the Midwest and toward the East Coast, from Minneapolis and St. Louis …
You might expect Mackinac Island to be full of beaches since it’s surrounded by water. And, of course, it is – although not the crowded, sandy shores you may be thinking of. The beaches you find on Mackinac Island are a bit rockier. More rugged. More secluded. They’re places with crystal clear water, mesmerizing views …
Is 1 night enough to see Mackinac Island? Of course! Especially, if that’s the time you have. You can get there as early as possible, keep a steady pace and see most of the highlights, and leave the next day having a great Mackinac Island experience. But more often than not, we hear people saying …
If you’re wanting to see flowers on Mackinac Island, well you’re in luck! With an abundance of flowers and gardens at lodging properties, private gardens, and growing organically in the State Park, Mackinac Island is a floral destination. Mission Point Resort offers guided garden tours for both resort guests and visitors but if you’re wanting …
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For kids, there is a time to learn. (That’s called school.) And there’s a time for fun. (That’s called vacation.) But us parents know better. Taking a trip is often a learning experience, even for adults. Going different places and seeing different things exposes us to new experiences, broadening our horizons and opening our minds …
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The cannon blasts from Fort Mackinac. Horses clip-clop through the streets pulling carriages of visitors as they enjoy a horse-drawn historical tour. And the ferry arrives with enthusiastic guests ready to explore. There’s a hum out on the Mackinac Island streets as businesses open for the new season! With a tourism season of May-October, most …
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The jewel of the Great Lakes. Enjoy beautiful vistas, shopping, and carriage rides during the day, and watch the city transform at night with its happening music and bar scene. Mackinac Island has something for everyone.
Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau
7274 Main Street
Mackinac Island, MI 49757
(906) 847-3783
www.mackinacisland.org
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