Sara Cozolino
All things Dutch are celebrated year-round
Visitors have enjoyed Holland’s iconic Windmill Island Gardens for decades. Follow paths through manicured gardens, enjoy the Amsterdam street organ, hand-painted Dutch carousel and tour the centuries-old DeZwaan - the only authentic Dutch windmill operating in the United States. Although known for thousands of tulips in spring, the gardens feature dazzling displays all season long.
Traverse City Tourism
Michigan’s wine country and cherry capital
Treat yourself to farm-to-table meals in a region known for getting its fresh ingredients from nearby farms, waters and orchards. The Traverse City area is home to around 50 different wineries where award-winning rieslings, chardonnays and pinots can be sipped at estates with views of Grand Traverse Bay.
A world-famous attraction in Sault Ste. Marie
Take in the remarkable feat of human ingenuity that is the Soo Locks from riverside parks and observation platforms or up close on boat and kayak tours. Watch as giant freighters pass through the valuable shipping lane between Lake Huron and Lake Superior and learn its history since opening in the mid-1800s at the onsite museum.
Spot masterpieces by internationally renowned artists
Stroll among more than 200 sculptures, a tropical conservatory, a Japanese garden, working 1930s family farm and an epic children’s area at the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. A cultural staple of Grand Rapids, big names and local favorites play at the outdoor amphitheater during its annual summer concert series.
Groove along to Detroit’s era of rhythm and blues
Sing and dance through interactive exhibits at the Motown Museum. Musical greats like Marvin Gaye, The Jackson 5 and Aretha Franklin recorded classics in the studio next door, known as Hitsville U.S.A. An extensive array of Motown memorabilia and photographs cover the walls while the museum also puts on live performances and special programming.
Grab a stein in Frankenmuth, Michigan’s Little Bavaria
With buildings right out of a storybook, this lively town’s strong German roots are on full display with Bavarian-themed architecture, eats, treats and drinks. The Bavarian Inn Lodge cooks up homemade meals which pair perfectly with German beer. The town’s annual Oktoberfest and Bavarian Festival will make you think you’re celebrating in Munich.
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Gerard and Belevender
Expand your knowledge of people and cultures
The Arab American National Museum is the first and only museum in the USA devoted to Arab American history and culture. The Smithsonian-affiliated institution in Dearborn offers educational programs, workshops and film screenings – in addition to the ever-evolving exhibitions that tell stories connecting visitors to the Arab American experience.
Family-fun attraction that’s out of this world
Adjacent to the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport sits the Air Zoo, an aviation museum and indoor amusement park. View dozens of aircrafts in the collection of early flight planes, jets and space vehicles. Participate in five flight simulators, press all the buttons in multiple open cockpits or check the Missions Theater for movies.
Picturesque island getaway with car-free streets
Venture around this vacation destination of beautiful Victorian-era homes and stunning Lake Huron views. Bike, walk or travel by horse to Mackinac Island’s limestone rock formations, historic military forts and charming downtown. The Grand Hotel offers exceptional accommodation on its manicured grounds, topped off with time relaxing on the world’s longest porch.
