USA Today Names This Michigan Gem a Top 5 Midwest Small Town
One of Michigan’s most iconic destinations is getting national attention again, landing a top 5 spot on USA Today’s Best Small Towns in the Midwest list for 2026.
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Are Mackinac Island Ferry Prices Going Up?
Mackinac Island leaders are pushing back against rising ferry prices for 2026. Officials want financial records before allowing any increases.
Huge Changes Are Coming to Mackinac Island in 2026
A quiet winter on Mackinac Island turned into a season of major upgrades. New dining options, refreshed hotels, and added experiences are set to debut in 2026.
New Ferry Policy Could Affect Your Next Mackinac Island Trip
Mackinac Island ferry rules for e-bikes have changed. Here’s what travelers need to know before their next trip to the car-free island.
Holiday Travel Update: Michigan Fudge Approved for TSA
Holiday travelers in Michigan wonder if Mackinac Island fudge is TSA safe. Learn the rules, the history, and why this very Michigan dilemma keeps going viral.
Mackinac Island’s Oldest Building Tells A Story Of Resilience
Picture biting into a locally sourced meal, all while surrounded by echoes of history at Michigan’s oldest building. There’s something special about dining where stories linger.
Tourist Season Ends as Horses Begin to Leave Mackinac Island
As fall settles over Mackinac Island, hundreds of horses depart, ending the 2025 season on this famously car-free Michigan destination.
Michigan Hotel Competing to Be Best Destination Resort in U.S.
Michigan’s Grand Hotel is up for USA Today’s Best Destination Hotel. Vote daily through August 13 to help this Mackinac Island icon claim the crown!
British TikToker's First Impressions of Michigan Go Viral
Imagine trading Essex for the vastness of the Great Lakes. Juliette's journey has twists and turns that might surprise you.
Labor Day Ferry Will Run for One-Way Mackinac Bridge Walkers
Doing the full Mackinac Bridge walk? Arnold Transit adds ferry rides for one-way walkers this Labor Day.