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Spring 2023

  • Megan Swoyer

    Pockets of Possibilities

    Small towns such as Port Austin, Empire, or Tawas can miraculously slow the passing of time. The more time I spend in suburbia, the more I pine for our northern Michigan cottage. Suburbia has its advantages, to be sure, but time flies there. There are good schools, great neighborhoods, easy commutes, excellent doctors and convenient […]

  • FIELD GUIDE

    Best of the Best:  Six Traverse City-area wineries won 41 awards in the Jefferson Cup Invitational Wine Competition for American wines. Four earned top honors: Aurora Cellars nabbed three cups, Good Harbor Vineyards received two, and one each went to Brys Estate and Two K Farms. These wineries, plus Left Foot Charley and Mawby Sparkling […]

  • Located in the historic Lakeside District, the distillery’s neighbors include Safe Harbor Marina, the Lake Express Ferry dock, and the bike path to Pere Marquette Beach.

    A Muskegon Must-Try

    Wonderland Distilling blends its spirits with handmade mixers and classic methods to craft creative cocktails

  • An Adventurous Spirit

    The story of the M22 brand centers around more than just apparel; it’s based on friendship and a northern Michigan lifestyle.

  • DESIGNERS’ NOTEBOOK

    Home-related tips, trends, and tidbits.

  • Seasonal Retreat

    Renovated lakefront home provides a warm-weather getaway. Photography by James Haefner.

  • Welcome Aboard, Fido

    Tips on how to ensure your pets are safe and sound while out on the water.

  • Linens to Love

    Quality blankets, towels, pillows, and fabrics make all the difference.

  • The Detroit History Club recently transformed an old funeral home in Hamtramck into its new headquarters.

    Time Travelers

    Detroit History Tours presents an entertaining look at the city, including its legends, architecture, and food

  • Greek yogurt-based dressings get rave reviews as toppings for all types of salads.

    All “Dressed” Up

    As fresh as a spring rain, these toppers ensure your salads will be special

  • In the Mood

    Water, sky, and nostalgic touches give Edward Duff’s oil paintings a unique aura.

  • Tales and Tips

    Popular travel writer shines spotlight on Michigan’s amazing parks and hiking adventures.

  • Avoiding the Crowds

    Nature-focused tour company helps visitors explore the quieter sides of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

  • [two ducks swimming in a lake] Loon Love: Michigan BLUE Magazine - Spring 2023

    Loon Love

    With their jewel-like red eyes and attractive plumage, these aquatic birds have captured a writer/photographer’s heart

  • Exploring Port Austin

    From sunrises and sunsets to Lake Huron kayaking and one of the state’s top farmers markets, fun awaits at the tip of The Thumb.

  • The Balm for Calm

    1. Take a flight of fancy with the Meadow Butterfly Trio wall décor by MACKENZIE-CHILDS. $78, Cutler’s, Petoskey, cutlersonline.com, mackenzie-childs.com. 2. Give your skin some love with this Carrot & Chamomile Soap from ORGANIC INFUSIONS BY PAULA. $8.99, Charming North, Cadillac, charmingnorth.com. 3. This Zen Beach piece by TROWBRIDGE ARTWORK showcases artfully stacked pebbles from Greece. […]

  • Warda Pâtisserie on West Alexandrine in the Midtown District

    Regaining National Acclaim

    A new age of downtown kitchen talent and restaurant owners shifts Detroit’s cuisine into drive

  • The Haworth Hotel’s spiral staircase is the lobby’s focal point.

    A Holland Showpiece

    The Haworth Hotel’s $7.5-million renovation adds a little Italian flair to the Hope College campus

  • Water, Water Everywhere

    Love to paddle? More than 3,000 wonderful miles of designated water trails in Michigan await explorers.

  • Eye-Catchers

    Nothing signals springtime like the return of Michigan’s wildflowers and the arrival of beautiful colors.

  • The View!

    Stroll on Boyne’s new 1,200-foot-long SkyBridge Michigan and you’ll see colorful vistas of the spectacular valley below.

  • The 23.5-mile River Road National Scenic Byway heads westward from the U.S. 23 Heritage Route in Oscoda and follows the Au Sable River, which flows into Lake Huron. The byway travels through the Huron National Forest.

    Driving the Sunrise Side

    Wonderful water activities, tasty treats, and mom-and-pop resorts await along the Standish-to-Harrisville stretch of the U.S. 23 Heritage Route

  • Michigan Magic

    Bewitched by the state’s northern beauty, a couple crafts a gorgeous retreat. Photography: Jeff Garland.

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