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Spend a wintry afternoon picking-up one-of-a kind keepsakes, a special gift, or the perfect holiday accessories—and savoring mouth-water cuisine-- while shopping among the collection of stores and dining establishments set against a magnificent backdrop of century-old Victorian-Italianate architecture.

Looking for a Pure Michigan gift idea that will warm the heart and please the palate? There is no better way to discover the essence and spirit of Michigan than through its local foods and wines.

Got cabin fever already? Think adventure. Think open air. Think hassle-free, all-inclusive getaway and get ready to explore the great Michigan outdoors in your very own, fully-equipped RV.

Since the early 1880’s the first Monday of September has been recognized as a time to salute America’s workers with picnics and parades on "a day off for the working man." With school starting after the Monday, September 5 holiday, the long Labor Day Weekend is an ideal time to squeeze in some last-minute summertime fun.

The amazing variety of colors in the waters around Traverse City is caused by sunlight reflecting up from the sandy bottom through the crystal-clear water. And the beaches here are almost entirely made of fine “sugar sand” that glows with a tawny fire under the summer sun – perfect for sunbathing, beachcombing and swimming.

Families looking for affordable and fun things to do during spring break can find entertaining, educational hikes and activities at P.J. Hoffmaster State Park’s Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center.

Need something that is both fun and free to do this winter? Well, grab a fishing rod, a bait bucket, and a pair of hand warmers and head to your favorite fishing hole—the annual Winter Free Fishing Weekend is just around the corner.

Art, music, history, nightlife, shopping, food and sheer sophistication—there’s always something happening in Ann Arbor. This summer is no exception when the town hosts four separate juried art fairs over a four-day period. Check it out and experience Ann Arbor’s most vibrant display of art and culture.

Irresistible specialties and unique creations entice visitors and residents alike throughout northern Michigan. So go ahead. Give in to temptation. You’ll be glad you did.

Touring, racing and old-fashion family outings—it’s time for another great outdoor adventure. So, strap those cycles to your four-wheel vehicle and discover an abundance of Pure Michigan sights just beyond your handlebars.