Exploring Colonial Michilimackinac in Mackinaw City, Michigan
A visit to Colonial Michilimackinac in Mackinaw City, Michigan, is like traveling through a time machine to 1776, when British forces were overtaking land in northern Michigan and the American Revolution was beginning. Located on the shores of Lake Michigan and the Straits of Mackinac and next to the Mighty Mac Bridge (bringing travelers to…
15 Ways to Explore Windmill Island Gardens in Holland, Michigan
On a recent visit to Holland, Michigan, located on the Lower Peninsula of Lake Michigan, we had the opportunity to learn all about the mid 19th century Dutch settlers who came to Western Michigan to build a new community. One of the highlights of our visit was our time at Windmill Island Gardens.
The Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island in Michigan
I keep a running “Bucket List” of resorts around the country (and a few spots “Over The Pond”) I dream about visiting and at the very top of the list for the past several years has been The Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island in Michigan.This past summer, we had the good fortune to spend an…
Exploring the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan with Children
On a recent trip throughout a large part of Michigan, we stopped in the city of Grand Rapids for a couple of days. A highlight of our visit was definitely the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park.
Exploring Nelis’ Dutch Village in Holland, Michigan
We recently enjoyed a few days exploring the beautiful Holland, Michigan area. Even though our children are not with us on this trek though Michigan, we had heard such positive things about Nelis’ Dutch Village, we made time to visit, and we’re so glad we did!
The Green Bank Observatory and Science Center in West Virginia
This week, we’re spending time in Snowshoe Resort in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. Our main itinerary is a family reunion, but we always enjoy finding new places where we can learn about the area. Every post I read had the Green Bank Observatory at the top of a “must see” list and we’re…