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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.

"How sweet it is!" Give the gift of chocolate this holiday season from a Pure Michigan chocolatier.

Few places in the world are more tied to automotive history than "Ypsi" (as the locals call it).

Forget the hustle, bustle and stress of the coming holidays and immerse yourself in a day (or weekend) of pampering and rejuvenation surrounded by scenic settings, vibrant cities or just about anything in between.

Hungry for a delicious adventure? Join a guided culinary tour or set off on your own to explore the flavors of Pure Michigan at farm markets, u-pick orchards, farms, bakeries, wineries, breweries, distilleries, fisheries, cheese and chocolate makers, and many other sources of good eats.

When November 15 rolls around some hunters head to Michigan’s woods and fields in search of their white tailed trophy, while “deer widows” engage in a hunt of their own, with a target of shopping bargains, spa weekends, winery tours and more.

In its third year, ArtPrize is a 19-day art show that draws artists from around the country to exhibit their art at specific venues in the Grand Rapids area. Cast your vote to see who wins the grand ArtPrize.

Art, flavor, reflective moments and thrills of discovery—check out one blogger’s reminiscences of a popular Northwest Michigan destination.

Try something wonderfully different for this year’s holiday shopping—indulge yourself in the charming shops, friendly service and the soothing ambience of a beautiful Traverse City shopping retreat.

Snow wonder: Michigan, the four-season wonderland, offers great wintertime adventures less than a tank of gas away, whether you are a snowsport fanatic waiting for the first flakes to fly, or look forward to the chilly temperatures as an excuse to stay inside to explore museums. You’ll find free and low-cost things to do and places to go in the eight regions of this 19 million acre playground, plus great outdoor events every winter weekend. There are plenty of special deals on lodging packages, too. It all adds up to making affordable and memorable, warm Pure Michigan memories.