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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Turtle Cove Nature Preserve, Grand Traverse County

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Turtle Cove Nature Preserve, Grand Traverse County

July 30, 2024
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 Petoskey or Traverse City the Best Small Town in the Midwest?

Is Petoskey or Traverse City the Best Small Town in the Midwest?

March 8, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

It’s one of our favorite times of year, as USA Today launches a round of 10Best Reader’s Choice polls centered around small towns. Michigan is…

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Michigan Lighthouse Guide and Map: Grand Traverse County Lighthouses

Michigan Lighthouse Guide and Map: Grand Traverse County Lighthouses

January 15, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

Grand Traverse County is home to nearly 100,000 residents and includes Traverse City, the most populated city in the northern Lower Peninsula. More than 460…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: World's Largest Cherry Pie in Traverse City

Michigan Roadside Attractions: World’s Largest Cherry Pie in Traverse City

December 12, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
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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Exploring the Old Mission Peninsula Quilt Barns Trail in Michigan's Grand Traverse County

Exploring the Old Mission Peninsula Quilt Barns Trail in Michigan’s Grand Traverse County

November 8, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

Grand Traverse County’s Old Mission Peninsula is well-known for its scenic beauty, award-winning wineries, historic lighthouse and more. The peninsula is also home to 13 “quilt…

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