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What’s so special about Mackinac Island? All of this!

Posted on May 1, 2019

Alright, so you’ve never been to Mackinac Island. Maybe you don’t even know where it is. But all you keep…

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Where to run and hide (from the kids) on Mackinac Island

Posted on April 24, 2019

Spring Break? Ha! A week off school with the kids is great. But it’s hardly a break. At least, not…

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Dogs of Mackinac: Fido’s travel guide to the island (in pictures)

Posted on April 17, 2019

Yes, you can bring your dog to Mackinac Island! Just two things to remember: Keep your dogs on a leash…

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Opening day on Mackinac Island! What’s new in 2019

Posted on April 10, 2019

Finally, it’s here! Opening day for Mackinac Island is Sunday, April 21. Sure, people have been visiting Mackinac and having…

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Tips for getting to Mackinac Island, what happens after ferry arrives

Posted on March 6, 2019

So, this is where you can find Mackinac Island. And this is when it’s the best time to visit. Now,…

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11 Mackinac Island FAQs for vacation planning

Posted on November 29, 2018

UPDATE: For questions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, go here.   Okay, maybe you were just a kid the last…

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Mackinac Island: Bicycle capital of the world

Posted on May 7, 2018

The Netherlands is the so-called bicycle capital of the world, with upwards of 20 million bicycles for a population of…

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Time to plan your family’s summer getaway to Mackinac Island

Posted on April 30, 2018

Spring Break may still be fresh in your mind, but if you look ahead you’ll see that summer vacation isn’t…

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How spring on Mackinac makes for a unique island experience

Posted on April 9, 2018

It’s seven weeks until Memorial Day. Which means there are seven weeks to experience Mackinac Island in a way many…

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Summer jobs on Mackinac Island: Why college students love them

Posted on March 29, 2018

You could work this summer as a golf shop attendant anywhere. Or you could work as a golf shop attendant…

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