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Travel the Mitten Best of 2023: Our 23 Most Viewed Posts This Year

Travel the Mitten Best of 2023: Our 23 Most Viewed Posts This Year

December 17, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

One of my favorite things to do each year is look back at what our most viewed posts were. This helps for future planning by…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Houdek Dunes Natural Area, Leland

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Houdek Dunes Natural Area, Leland

September 19, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesday is our attempt to showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands of miles…

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Is One Of Michigan's Great Lakes the Best Lake in America?

Is One Of Michigan’s Great Lakes the Best Lake in America?

May 17, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Yesterday we looked at the two Michigan sculpture parks that are finalists to be named Best Sculpture Park in the country by 10best.com, and today…

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Two Michigan Sculpture Parks In Running To Be Named Best In U.S.

Two Michigan Sculpture Parks In Running To Be Named Best In U.S.

May 16, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

Is the Best Sculpture Park in the U.S. right here in Michigan? 10best.com recently announced a list of 20 finalists across the country, and two…

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Michigan Rocks! Our 10 Favorite Spots for Great Lakes Rockhounding

Michigan Rocks! Our 10 Favorite Spots for Great Lakes Rockhounding

March 22, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Michigan is surrounded by four of the five Great Lakes, and as a result we have some amazing beaches throughout the Lower Peninsula and stunning…

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Mackinac Island, Marquette, Traverse City: Best Small Towns in the U.S.?

Mackinac Island, Marquette, Traverse City: Best Small Towns in the U.S.?

January 25, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment, Vacation

2023 isn’t even a month old and we already have a second round of 10best.com USA Today Reader’s Choice polls that give Michigan a chance…

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Michigan Abandoned Places and Ruins Worth Checking Out: Part 5

Michigan Abandoned Places and Ruins Worth Checking Out: Part 5

January 2, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
History

Abandoned places and ruins continue to fascinate travelers, as they provide a window into the past as well as some amazing pictures. Many Michigan abandoned…

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Best of Travel the Mitten: Our 22 Most Popular 2022 Michigan Articles

Best of Travel the Mitten: Our 22 Most Popular 2022 Michigan Articles

December 23, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

Every year we like to look back and see which articles resonated with our readers. 2022 was an exceptionally good year for views and a…

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Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo - Amazing Animal Encounters and Family Fun (Photo Gallery)

Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo – Amazing Animal Encounters and Family Fun (Photo Gallery)

September 10, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Zoos

There’s still time to visit Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo this fall to make lasting memories with your family as you see the animals, check…

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Muskegon South Breakwater Light: Rusty Lake Michigan Beacon Will Soon Be Repaired

Muskegon South Breakwater Light: Rusty Lake Michigan Beacon Will Soon Be Repaired

July 17, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

Back in April we made a trip out to Muskegon to get a look at a freighter (the Kaye E. Barker) that had become stuck…

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