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Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Holland's New Wizard of Oz Exhibit

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Holland’s New Wizard of Oz Exhibit

June 26, 2019
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

Author L. Frank Baum spent summers in Holland’s Macatawa Park near Lake Michigan. The well-known author is said to have been inspired to write his…

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Photo Gallery Friday: Butterflies Are Blooming at Frederik Meijer Gardens 2019

Photo Gallery Friday: Butterflies Are Blooming at Frederik Meijer Gardens 2019

April 12, 2019
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment, Family Trips

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park has been one of the Grand Rapids’ area’s most popular destination for lovers of sculpture, music, exotic plants, family…

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Michigan's Best Small Towns Need Your Votes in Latest 10Best.com Poll

Michigan’s Best Small Towns Need Your Votes in Latest 10Best.com Poll

April 10, 2019
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

Spring is here and 10best.com is once again looking for the Best Small Towns in the country as part of their latest Reader’s Choice polls….

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Waiting Sculpture by Kaws, Detroit

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Waiting Sculpture by Kaws, Detroit

December 15, 2018
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

Michigan Roadside Attractions is a periodic feature on Travel the Mitten that will explore the many interesting things that can be found on the highways,…

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Family Friendly Grand Rapids Comic Con 2017

8 Ways to Enjoy Grand Rapids Comic Con 2018

November 7, 2018
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

One of the largest comic conventions returns to Grand Rapids November 9th through 11th. The Grand Rapids Comic Con 2018 brings the best in celebrities,…

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Five Michigan Small Towns Are Finalists For These 10Best.com Reader's Choice Awards

Five Michigan Small Towns Are Finalists For These 10Best.com Reader’s Choice Awards

April 16, 2018
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment, Vacation

USA Today and 10best.com have launched another set of Reader’s Choice Awards, with the focus this time around being small towns. Six separate polls seek…

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Grand Island East Channel Lighthouse

Michigan 2018: What We’re Excited For This Year

December 26, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment, Landmarks

2017 was another fun-filled year for Michigan residents and visitors alike. We saw the opening of the new Little Caesar’s Arena in Detroit (home of the…

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Beer Cap Maps Grand Rapids Giveaway

Michigan Themed Holiday Gift Guide 2017 and Beer Cap Map Giveaway

December 4, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment, Books, Breweries, Family Trips, Vacation, Zoos

Kids can be easy to shop for, as they normally see what they want on commercials or other advertising mediums. It’s shopping for adults at…

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Things to Do in Michigan Winter 2017 - A to Z Guide

Things to Do in Michigan Winter 2017 – A to Z Guide

December 4, 2017
by Chris Katje
Arts and Entertainment, Family Trips, Vacation

Michigan winters are known for being long, snow-filled, cold, and unpredictable. After a pretty mild winter in 2016-17, all indications are pointing to the upcoming…

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Our Family Friendly Review of the 2017 Grand Rapids Comic Con

Our Family Friendly Review of the 2017 Grand Rapids Comic Con

October 30, 2017
by Chris Katje
Arts and Entertainment, Family Trips

The Grand Rapids Comic Con continues to rise in popularity. With the rising popularity and increased attendance comes some small worries, but fans were once…

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