Category: Nature
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Top Family-Friendly Car Shows in Metro Detroit 2026
Looking for family-friendly car shows in Metro Detroit this spring? This guide highlights the best events, plus tips to turn each one into a full day out.
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Michigan’s Ultimate Summer Road Trips Experience
Road trips are kind of our thing—and this year, that love of the open road came full circle. As part of the USA TODAY 10Best panel, this list highlights some of the best road trips in the country, including standout stops right here in Michigan. Voting is open now, and summer travel planning just got…
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A Sweet Sign of Spring: Maple Syrup Events Around Michigan (And Our Day at Kensington Metropark)
Late winter in Michigan means maple syrup season. From guided sugar bush tours at Kensington Metropark to statewide Maple Weekend events, this family-friendly guide shares where to see trees tapped, sap boiled, animals visited, and pancakes served warm by the fireplace.
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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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The Ultimate Detroit Staycation for Families This Spring Break (Yes, It’s Actually Awesome)
Detroit is packed with family fun for spring break. From aquariums and LEGOLAND to Detroit pizza, pro sports, and unforgettable museums, this staycation guide shows families how to plan an easy, exciting getaway without leaving Michigan. Adventure, food, and memory-making experiences are waiting right in the city.
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5 Awesome Michigan Ski Resorts Families Actually Love (Tested With Three Boys and a Lot of Gear)
From bunny hills to ski schools and cozy lodges, these five Michigan ski resorts deliver winter fun families actually enjoy. Tested by a family of five with three boys, this guide covers where to ski, where to stay, and why these resorts belong on every winter bucket list.