Category: Traverse City
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Let’s Plan a Summer Vacation in Sleeping Bear Dunes—Now Ranked One of the Best Beaches in the World
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore was ranked the #4 “One-of-a-Kind Beach” in the world. From the iconic Dune Climb to Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive and Empire Beach, this guide outlines exactly how to plan a relaxed, memory-making family vacation along Michigan’s most celebrated shoreline.
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Great Wolf Lodge Launches Huge Holiday Deals + Snowland Returns for Winter 2025
Great Wolf Lodge has launched its biggest holiday deals of the year. Families can save up to 50% on stays during Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Travel Tuesday, and Cyber Week. Snowland also returns to Traverse City for the 2025 holiday season.
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Kid-Friendly Wineries in Traverse City (and Why Now’s the Perfect Time to Visit)
Traverse City’s wineries aren’t just for adults—they’re for families who love fall colors, crisp air, and a good glass of Michigan wine. From the barnyard fun at Black Star Farms to cherry sodas and lawn games at Cherry Republic, these kid-friendly wineries make it easy for parents to sip while kids explore. Fall is the…
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Howl-O-Ween 2025 at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City: Family-Friendly Halloween Fun
Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City kicks off its Howl-O-Ween celebration September 25–October 31. Families can enjoy trick-or-treat trails, Monster Bash dance parties, Halloween crafts and specialty seasonal treats—alongside the resort’s indoor water park fun—for a festive, fright-free Halloween getaway in northern Michigan.
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Traverse Wine Coast Inns Take #1 and #2 in USA TODAY Awards
Northern Michigan’s wine country just claimed the top two spots in the USA TODAY 10Best Awards. The Inn at Black Star Farms was named the Best Wine Country Hotel in the U.S., followed closely by Chateau Chantal. Both inns showcase the beauty and hospitality of the Traverse Wine Coast.
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7 Storybook Michigan Towns for the Perfect Autumn Escape
From golden Bavarian streets in Frankenmuth to colorful shoreline drives in Traverse City, these cozy Michigan towns are perfect for a fall getaway. Discover charming hotels, scenic leaf-peeping routes, and harvest celebrations that make autumn in the Mitten State a beautiful time to travel.
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