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2022 Michigan Freighter Gallery: We Like Big Boats

2022 Michigan Freighter Gallery: We Like Big Boats

December 17, 2022
by jonkatje
Family Trips

One of our favorite things to do while traveling around Michigan is see all the Great Lakes freighters that visit our port or pass by…

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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 jonkatje
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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Muskegon Continues to Be One of Michigan's Best Destinations for Public Art

Muskegon Continues to Be One of Michigan’s Best Destinations for Public Art

November 20, 2021
by jonkatje
Arts and Entertainment

Public Art projects continue to pop up all over Michigan. Adding to the culture and tourist appeal of downtowns and public parks, these projects include…

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Muskegon is Home to the Oldest Statue of President William McKinley

Muskegon is Home to the Oldest Statue of President William McKinley

September 23, 2021
by jonkatje
Landmarks

William McKinley was the 25th President of the United States, and was in the beginning of his second term when he was assassinated in 1901. A…

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The Best Michigan Beach: Is Your Favorite Up For An Award?

The Best Michigan Beach: Is Your Favorite Up For An Award?

May 2, 2018
by jonkatje
Family Trips

Just in time for warmer temperatures, 10best.com is back with another Reader’s Choice Poll. Actually, there are six new polls, looking for the best beach…

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Photo Gallery Friday: USS Silversides Submarine Museum, Muskegon

Photo Gallery Friday: USS Silversides Submarine Museum, Muskegon

December 15, 2017
by jonkatje
Landmarks, Museums

Photo Gallery Friday is a regular feature on Travel the Mitten that will help showcase photos from places where a few pictures just aren’t enough…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: USS Silversides Submarine Museum, Muskegon

Michigan Roadside Attractions: USS Silversides Submarine Museum, Muskegon

July 15, 2017
by jonkatje
Family Trips, Landmarks

There aren’t many places in the United States where you can park your car just a few feet away from a World War II submarine….

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Muskegon State Park

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Muskegon State Park

May 9, 2017
by jonkatje
Family Trips, Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesdays is a new feature that will showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Hackley and Hume Historic Site, Muskegon

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Hackley and Hume Historic Site, Muskegon

April 29, 2017
by jonkatje
Landmarks, Roadside Attractions

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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Ultimate Michigan Lighthouse Road Trip, Part 1: Lower Peninsula

Ultimate Michigan Lighthouse Road Trip, Part 1: Lower Peninsula

November 14, 2016
by jonkatje
Lighthouses

Michigan is home to more lighthouses than any other state in the U.S., with more than 120 beacons still standing today. We have more freshwater coastline…

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