Making Cinematic Waves
With venues in three Lake Huron cities, this annual film festival spotlights the importance of guarding the world’s water supply
A Walk in the Woods
Lush new nature preserves pack miles of trails and plenty of wildlife into fun outdoor outings
Beaux Arts Beauty
A pandemic-era closure gave the Belle Isle Aquarium’s caretakers an opportunity to make this Detroit gem shine.
A Morel Hunter’s Paradise
With two big annual events — the Mushroom Festival and the Jeep Blessing classic — Mesick rates as the place to be in May
A Modern, New Look
The U.P.’s Snowriver Mountain Resort introduces a high-speed ski lift as part of its $10-million transformation
Marvelous Manistee
A 154-year-old Victorian-influenced port city undergoes a 21st-century renaissance
A Secret Spot
With its sandy Lake Erie beach, the quiet little town of Luna Pier relishes a secluded world that’s all its own.
Time Travelers
Detroit History Tours presents an entertaining look at the city, including its legends, architecture, and food
Memory Lane
I’ll take the old road and enjoy a little time traveling along northeast Michigan’s M-13
An Outdoor Playland
The U.P.’s Drummond Island lures visitors with its rare world-class alvars and rustic Lake Huron beauty