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Welcome to Michigan, a place where to-do lists and busy schedules stop screaming for our attention. The place where Pure Michigan travel comes first. Here Pure Michigan tourism lets unspoiled nature and authentic character revive our spirits. Welcome to a better state - Pure Michigan.

    

Waters of Pure Michigan

Sleeping Bear Dunes National LakeshoreReconnect with what really matters at one of over 11,000 inland lakes, rivers and streams or along more freshwater coastline than any other state in the country. Find out what pure feels like in the waters of Pure Michigan.

Beaches, Lighthouses and Maritime Tours 

    

    

Spotlight on Mackinac Island

Horse Festival on Mackinac Island.
-Photo courtesy of Mackinac Island Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Set majestically between Michigan’s two peninsulas is the crown jewel, Mackinac Island. Named one of the Top 10 Islands in the World by Conde Nast Traveler, Mackinac Island is one of Michigan’s most unique tourist destinations. Take a sneak peek of what's going on this season.

Mackinac Island 2012 Preview 

   

    

What's New for Pure Michigan Visitors in 2012

Grand Hotel celebrates 125 years.

With 2012 underway, visitors to Michigan can look forward to a wide range of new and improved lodging options, dining spots, and activities this year, including milestone anniversary celebrations.

What's New in 2012

  

 

 

The Potential of Water

The Potential of Water
Water has so much potential. Don't keep it bottled up. Dive in. To the waters of Pure Michigan. Locations: Whitefish Point, UP; Tahquemenon Falls, UP; Tahquemenon Falls, UP; Oval Beach - Saugatuck; Tahquemenon Falls, UP; Oval Beach - Saugatuck; Diagnol Aerial; Aerial of shoreline; Au Sable River; Pictured Rocks – UP; Lake Fanny Hooe - Copper Harbor, UP; Aerial of boat; Orchard Lake.

A Simple Sunrise

A Simple Sunrise
Twenty five thousand mornings, give or take, is all we humans get. Make sure some are Pure Michigan. Locations:  Detroit, Leland, Cranbrook, Detroit Institute of Arts, Greenfield Village, Mackinac Island, Greenfield Village, Whitefish Point, Leland and Orchard Lake.

14 Clubs

14 Clubs
Leave the stress of the day behind; pick out the right club and drive it right down the middle of Pure Michigan. Location: Treetops Golf Course located in Gaylord, Michigan.

Perfect Summer

Perfect Summer
Come enjoy the perfect summer in Pure Michigan. Your trip begins at michigan.org.

True North - Traverse City

True North - Traverse City
Point your compass True North to Traverse City where it’s play time all day! Climb mountains of sand, play along endless beaches and spend quality time together in the magic and moments of Pure Michigan.

Superheroes - The Henry Ford

Superheroes - The Henry Ford
Discover America's greatest history attraction. As the #1 cultural vacation destination in Michigan, The Henry Ford is the one place you must travel to in your lifetime. A museum.village. A factory tour.

Different - Ann Arbor

Different - Ann Arbor
Plan a trip to Michigan’s Ann Arbor, where the pulse of a big city comes with the handshake of a small town. Experience the flavors of festivals, art, music and history. Spend a little time in Ann Arbor.

Island Life - Mackinac Island

Island Life - Mackinac Island
Leave the ordinary at home this summer and set sail for picturesque Mackinac Island. A place filled with forts and uncharted paths. Horse rides, bike rides and games we play all day. Come immerse yourself in the majesty and sanctuary of Mackinac Island.
 
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