If you have ever been swimming in Lake Michigan, you know that the water can be quite cold, even during the hottest days of summer. We like the following three beaches at Sleeping Bear Dunes because they all offer access to inland waterways, either along a river or a smaller lake, buffering swimmers from the cold Lake Michigan and ensuring the water is the perfect temperature and depth for swimmers of all ages and abilities.
The Holland Tulip Time Festival is a magical celebration of spring blooms and Dutch heritage, right here in the Great Lakes region. While this annual festival offers plenty of premium offerings for those interested, the full beauty of the tulips can be viewed through numerous free attractions. Continue reading for our list of seven FREE ways to enjoy Holland’s Tulip Time!
On one of our first trips up to the Petoskey/Harbor Springs area in 2019, we stumbled upon a magical little place called Pond Hill Farm. Now, when most people hear the word “farm,” they probably think of stinky barn animals and hay. While Pond Hill Farm does include these typical barnyard attractions, it is also so much more than that! We were delighted to spend a lovely afternoon here surrounded by beautiful gardens, delicious food and drinks, and hidden little activities that kept our entire family busy for hours. We are happy to add this lovely diversion to our itinerary whenever we are in the area, and we think you will be too!
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Each May since 1929, the city of Holland, MI, has blossomed into a colorful tapestry of tulips. The city boasts tulips of every color and variety you can imagine. Literally millions of tulips line the streets, burst out of every park, and greet you on every single corner of this enchanting little town. The Holland Tulip Time Festival is quite simply a feast for the eyes, and as we found, an experience that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and interests.
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On our trip to Grand Haven, MI, we stumbled upon a lovely little hike to a secluded Lake Michigan beach at Rosy Mound Natural Area.
Torch Lake, located in Antrim County in Northern Michigan, is famous for its clear, turquoise blue water and its party-perfect sandbars. During the GLL team’s 2019 trip to northern Michigan, we explored this beautiful lake and learned first-hand exactly why it has a reputation as the crown jewel of Michigan’s Chain of Lakes.
