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 …
Many Colors of Mackinac: Fudge Festival a Feast of Flavors Read More »
There’s a lot of fudge on Mackinac Island. Each day during the summer downtown fudge shops make 10,000 pounds of it! But it’s hardly the only sweet treat on Mackinac Island. Just as each restaurant on the island is unique, so does each one offer unique desserts to supplement your steady diet of world-famous Mackinac …
6 sweet treats to keep you cool this summer on Mackinac Island Read More »
Each fall, when the days shorten and the air cools, Mackinac Island is ablaze in vibrant colors. Yellows, oranges and reds paint the bluffs and line the streets. The colors are absolutely beautiful. But fall colors are by no means the only beautiful colors on Mackinac Island. Not only are the maple trees on Mackinac …
The Many Colors of Mackinac Island: Fall, spring and summer Read More »
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 …
5 things to do the first (or next) time you visit Mackinac Island Read More »
Mackinac Island is known for its world-famous fudge. There are 13 fudge shops right downtown! But there are twice that many liquor licenses on Mackinac Island. Although it’s smaller than four square-miles – and even most of that is a state park – Mackinac Island has 27 bars, restaurants and places to stay with liquor …
Beyond the fudge: Mackinac Island’s unique food and wine scene Read More »
The sweet sights and scents of summertime are very much still in full swing here on Michigan’s Crown Jewel. With two of the best weeks of summer upon us before the Labor Day weekend, the island is bursting with last minute lodging deals, plenty of activities for families, friends, and first time travelers seeking an …
Ten thousand pounds! That’s how much world-famous Mackinac Island fudge gets handcrafted daily during peak tourism season. Five tons of fudge every day! All that fudge begs the question: How did little ole Mackinac Island become such a huge producer of the sweet treat? The History of World-Famous Mackinac Island Fudge The history goes back …
How Mackinac Island became fudge capital of the world Read More »
I always get a little antsy this time of year. It’s been a long Michigan winter with lots of gray skies and bitter cold. I am starting to crave all things summer: sunshine, water, trees and flowers in full bloom. I want to be able to fall asleep to the gentle melody of a million …
An integral aspect of a family’s foundation is the family vacation. It’s a time to bond in unfamiliar territory. Experiencing something together brings a family closer together. It creates memories that ideally, your kids will want to re-create with their own kids in the future. That’s the opportunity Mackinac Island presents. Mackinac is a family …
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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