The RV lifestyle is for travelers of all ages, incomes, and levels of mobility, who seek the great outdoors without abandoning the comforts of home. Itâs ideal for the adventurers who wish to wake up in their own bed surrounded by scenic vistas theyâve yet explored. And as more and more people seek to make [...]
As the season draws to a close, youâre likely looking forward to that last hurrah with your neighbors. Something fun to commemorate another great summer spent with family and friends, enjoying all that Michigan has to offer. But rather than coordinate a traditional potluck, consider mixing things up with a progressive dinner! At a progressive [...]
Total Driving Time: 6 hours, 34 minutes                                         Mileage: 317 miles If you enjoy wildlife, scavenger hunts, and a leisurely pace, this driving tour is just the ticket for you. You may want to consider doing this tour over the course of two or three days. Itâll take you to some of the top spots [...]
Distance: 148 miles Time: 3 hours, 24 minutes Stop #1: Find a Petoskey Stone: Make your way to Orchard Beach State Park in historic Manistee for some beach combing (and follow these tips to find a Petoskey stone). Other popular beaches nearby where there are Petoskey stones aplenty include Empire Beach and Leelanau State Park [...]
When youâre in Michigan, itâs essential to get photographs of a few particular spots along your journey. This visual guide will give some suggestions as to locations around the state that are certainly family photo worthy⌠maybe for this yearâs Christmas card? Mackinac Bridge, Mackinac City/St. Ignace Why you should take a photo here: The [...]
Fishing is a well-loved pastime in our country, and in Michigan, you have your choice of 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of streams, and four Great Lakes to reel in your next catch. Where should you go when you want to drop in lure, and what should you bring along? Although we canât promise a [...]
Celebrate National Book Loverâs Day (August 9) or just the fact that you love anything Michigan with this collection of short stories, novels, and thrillers written by Michigan natives or set against the Michigan landscape. They make for some fantastic reading on your next vacation. Somewhere in Time: Author Richard Matheson wasnât from Michigan, but [...]
Letâs say youâve decided that you want to be an RV owner and live the RV lifestyle, whether thatâs full-time or part of the year. Youâll need to more than âtest driveâ or find your âdream RV.â There are a lot of financial considerations to take into account as you make your way to achieving [...]
RVing grants us the opportunity to get closer to nature, especially so when we set up camp in Michigan. But even though our RVs offer endless amenities, we still find ourselves drawn to the outdoors, spending most waking hours soaking up the sun and basking in the fresh air. And while there are countless activities [...]
The fun doesnât need to end when the sun goes down, and life doesnât need to âslow downâ as the shadows begin to creep in. Nighttime can hold some of the best camping memories, especially if you choose one of these fun-filled activities (check out these fun day-time activities, too). Watch a meteor shower. The [...]
