Need a break away from your daily grind but only have a small travel budget? No worries. Come to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. There are many ways to immerse in the U.P.’s natural beauty, explore its fascinating history, thrill in outdoor adventures and celebrate with locals without spending wads of…
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Watching the Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis shimmer and dance across the horizon is one of the most thrilling experiences in a lifetime. Many people, however, never see them because they think they must travel to Alaska, Canada, Finland, Norway or the North Pole. Yet, some of the best viewing is…
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Ready to take the best road trip in Michigan? Drive through the Upper Peninsula! Getting here is easy via highways from major cities such as Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, Indianapolis and Minneapolis. But this is NOT a day-trip destination. Driving from Drummond Island to Ironwood can take several…
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Are you weighing whether you can afford a summer vacation this year? You can in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. We specialize in relaxation that doesn’t empty your wallet. Use these FREE things to do in the U.P. to plan the best vacation ever. Build your trip around these top free summer activities…
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Forget about going to the swampy and salty southern states this spring. Throw your swimsuits in your luggage and bring your family or friends to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to play Marco Polo in our hotel pools. We’ve got so many fun spring break ideas — you will have reasons left over to return this…
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Michigan's Upper Peninsula (U.P.) is much bigger than many first-timers imagine and it helps to know where to go and what to do. Even seasoned travelers to this treasure trove of adventures are glad to have fresh ideas of what to do on their next summer visit. This guide is your ticket to a summer…
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Explore the Unique and Quirky Side of Michigan's Upper Peninsula Embark on a thrilling journey in a land brimming with breathtaking natural beauty, wildlife and centuries-old cultures. But besides the U.P.’s popular destinations, it is a treasure trove of one-of-a-kind and often quirky places. Get…
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Not all the adventures in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula are breathtaking wilderness trails, gorgeous Great Lakes or fascinating centuries upon centuries of backstory. Although eating may seem like a mundane part of vacation, our regional cuisine tasting adventures can be some of the best parts of your…
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All but one of Michigan’s incredible waterfalls exist above the Mackinac Bridge. A unique aspect is how each of the Upper Peninsula’s waterfalls takes on a new form as the seasons change. During the warmer, wetter days, the falls come roaring to life, but the colder season can freeze magnificent…
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When it comes to exploring Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, we mean it when we say the possibilities are endless. Whether you’re completing the Lake Superior Circle Tour, hoping to find new hiking trails or just looking to get outside as the weather gets warmer, adding some magnificent waterfalls to your…
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