DAZZLING DESIGNS: Chihuly at Meijer Gardens, running May 2 through Nov. 1 at the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids, will showcase dozens of Dale Chihuly’s creative masterworks both inside the galleries and outside throughout the gardens. Several of the artist’s innovative glass artworks have been on display at the facility for decades, and additional pieces were showcased during two special exhibitions in 2002 and 2010. This exhibition will feature monumental outdoor installations such as Chihuly’s towering glass sculptures, his vibrant Reeds, and other impressive works, plus original drawings that offer insights into his creative process. “His groundbreaking art creates unforgettable connections between nature, culture, and human creativity. Guests will be captivated by the dynamic interplay between Chihuly’s spectacular art and our gardens’ natural beauty,” says Charles Burke, CEO of the facility.
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HAPPY CAMPERS: Michigan placed fourth on the 2025 Best States for Camping list compiled by Lawn Love, an outdoor maintenance service provider. The state placed ninth for access, fourth for quality, 13th for supplies, second for safety, and 22nd for affordability, garnering a 52.80 overall score. California, with all its national parks, was first, with a score of 67.47, and was ranked first for access, second for quality, and first for supplies. Next up was Texas, at 59.70, with a first place in quality ranking. Rounding out the top five were Florida at 58.54 (third place) and Colorado (fifth place), which had an overall score of 51.89. The rankings looked at the acreage of state and national parks, access to campsites and RV parks, average Hipcamp rates (an app used to find and book campsites across the U.S.), and other metrics. lawnlove.com/blog/best-states-camping/
BOYNE UPDATE: After a longtime relationship with Marriott’s Autograph Collection, the Inn at Bay Harbor near Petoskey has transitioned to become an independent luxury resort within the Boyne Resorts family. The move enhances the Inn’s ability to integrate more directly with Boyne Resorts’ portfolio of amenities and experiences while expanding packages offered with Boyne Golf’s 11 northern Michigan courses at The Highlands, Boyne Mountain, and Bay Harbor. “This is an amazing opportunity for golfers seeking a luxury experience to stay at the Inn at Bay Harbor while on a Boyne Golf package. Combining exceptional quality, luxury, and scenic lakeside beauty with the Inn’s other distinguished amenities — including The Spa, Vintage Chophouse | Wine Bar, and championship golf — creates a getaway that rivals anything in the country,” says Josh Richter, senior vice president of golf for Boyne Resorts. innatbayharbor.com
