A trip to Mackinac Island wouldn’t be complete without stopping to get everyone’s favorite sweet treat! With daily fudge-making demonstrations, the sweet scent of fudge being blown out on the sidewalks to draw visitors in, and a title like Fudge Capital of the World, it’s easy to see why Mackinac Island Fudge is almost as …
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October means fall color, cooler temperatures, a slower pace, and the end of another season. Mackinac Island is mostly a summer destination with a tourism season from May-October. And after a hard 6 months of work, many businesses will close, but that doesn’t mean the work is done. Yes, the winter is a time for …
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Over the past year, many people have rekindled their love for the outdoors. They’ve explored trails, taken the back road, and found themselves outside more than ever. This goes for dining too. Outdoor dining has surged lately as more folks are opting for all things outdoors. On Michigan’s Mackinac Island, restaurants are taking precautions to …
Outdoor dining on Mackinac Island: Fresh air is on the menu, too! Read More »
For nearly half the year, Mackinac Island goes into hibernation – or so it may seem to people who visit the beautiful and historic northern Michigan travel destination in the spring, summer or fall. For sure, winter is a quieter time on Mackinac Island, a time when the 500-some people who live there refuel after …
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There are no vineyards on Mackinac Island like the one Maeve Croghan painted to win the Georges Duboeuf 2020 Beaujolais Nouveau Artist Label Contest. But the artistry she exhibited in her winning work has been cultivated for decades in the lovely environs of the northern Michigan vacation destination. For the past 25 years, Croghan and …
You don’t have to look very far to find world-famous Mackinac Island fudge when you visit Michigan’s Mackinac Island. With more than a dozen fudge shops, the sugary treat is everywhere! For many Mackinac Island visitors, sampling the many decadent flavors of fudge is a highlight of their trip. Yet, the popular Michigan delicacy is …
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You may be out of the office when you’re on Mackinac Island, but that doesn’t mean you want to be out of coffee. Relishing a cup o’ joe is a morning ritual for many of us. From the sound of the pour, to the arresting aroma, to that very first sip: it’s a process that …
People all over the world observe St. Patrick’s Day every March 17. What began as a religious holiday honoring the fifth-century saint who brought Christianity to Ireland has evolved through the centuries into a general celebration of Irish culture. These days, whether people are Irish or not, they wear green, march in parades and enjoy …
In downtown Mackinac Island, Nicole Doud owns three stores. Little Luxuries is a one-stop gift shop that tries to bring a touch of whimsy into your life. Canvas & Paddle is a cozy “Up North” shop with cabin decor. And the Artists Market of Mackinac Island features the works of more than 100 artisan makers …
What one-of-a-kind shops on Mackinac Island have in common Read More »
When Gerald R. Ford came to Mackinac Island as president in 1975, one of the things on his to-do list was, of course, to sample the world-famous fudge. Chocolate reigns as the most popular fudge flavor, yet the president went with vanilla pecan. Which flavor of fudge would you choose? Maybe a visit during the …
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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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