Recently, I had the good fortune of going back to the state where I grew up in New England, having been recently “fully vaccinated.” It was the first time that I had been on a plane in well over a year, and it felt great to “freely move about the cabin” again. I needed to ...
Mackinac Island is famously recognized for its lack of motorized vehicles. Bikes and horses are the main modes of transportation on the island. That is, however, until there is an emergency like the fire that broke out at Brigadoon Cottage in June of 2021. While you're thankful there ARE i...
Mackinac Island is famously recognized for its lack of motorized vehicles. Bikes and horses are the main modes of transportation on the island. That is, however, until there is an emergency like the fire that broke out at Brigadoon Cottage in June of 2021. While you're thankful there ARE i...
Another winter fishing spot in Upper Michigan isBig Manistique Lake– a 10,000-acre lake in Luce/Mackinac counties. Here, you can get your hands on Walleye, Yellow Perch, and Northern Pike – a combo that can hardly disappoint. The slightly biggerLake Gogebicin Gogebic County is known for...
Mackinac Island, Michigan If you happen to be on Mackinac Island on April 8, you'll see about 87.6% of the sun hidden by the moon at 3:14pm. Muskegon, Michigan Photo via TimeAndDate Muskegon, Michigan Muskegon residents will witness 92.5% of the sun covered by the moon on April 8 at...
The "tip" will go to the first 2 million thank-you’s received. So, the next time you hear that knock on the door and see your Amazon package waiting for you, remember to take a moment to say "thank my driver" and make their day. It's not just a tip; it's a high-five, a...
Join Going to save up to 90% on flights and getcheap flightssent right to your inbox. Frequently asked questions about flying private How much does it cost to fly private? The cost of flying private depends on the type of experience you want. Generally speaking, the cost to charter a sma...
When we instead acknowledge that we do, in fact, have enough, we surrender to a default position of gratitude. We look around our house–that very same house–and think “I am so grateful to have a couch for my kids to snuggle on. I am so thankful we have a roof that doesn’t le...
If you're loading at a dock, turn the canoe so that it's parallel to the dock. Before you get in, put the rest of your equipment in the canoe. Your paddle(s) should be stowed on the far side of the canoe with the blades under the bow and stern decks. Next, have your partner...
In the late 19th century, Mackinac Island became a popular tourist attraction and summer colony, and many of the structures on the island have undergone extensive historical preservation and restoration. The entire island is listed as a National Historic Landmark because of its historic significance....