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Best places to visit in Southwest Michigan this summer

Make vacation planning easy by reading about the best places to visit in Southwest Michigan in summer!

May 26, 2023
A first-timer’s guide to Southwest Michigan

Never been to Southwest Michigan? Plan your trip with this ultimate guide of things to do in Southwest Michigan packed full of ideas for every traveler!

May 26, 2023
Tips to master the Makers Trail Festival

Plan ahead for the Makers Trail Festival with these helpful tips straight from the organizers!

May 25, 2023
Unique summer activities in Southwest Michigan

Experience something new with these unique summer activities in Southwest Michigan. Sandboard, watch movies in the park, ride the water taxi and more!

May 25, 2023
Kitesurfing and kiteboarding in Southwest Michigan

Get all the tips you need before you go kiteboarding and kitesurfing in Southwest Michigan! Read this blog by an experienced, local kiteboarder.

Apr 20, 2023
Here are the best picnic spots in Southwest Michigan

Southwest Michigan is the best place for picnics — Lake Michigan beaches, shady parks, farm-fresh produce and delicious grab-and-go picnic fare.

Apr 18, 2023
2023 stargazing dates at Southwest Michigan’s International Dark Sky Park

Come on these 2023 stargazing dates to see stars, planets, moons and nebulae at Southwest Michigan’s International Dark Sky Park.

Apr 13, 2023
Learn about Great Lakes Surfing from a local surfer!

Learn about Great Lakes Surfing from a local who has plenty of experience riding waves everywhere — including Lake Michigan!

Apr 12, 2023
Take a pet friendly vacation in Southwest Michigan

Plan a pet friendly vacation in Southwest Michigan, where your pet is treated like another member of the family!

Apr 6, 2023
St. Joseph for Kids

Pick from a long list of kid friendly things to do in St. Joseph, Michigan, and never get bored! Your trip will have the whole family making memories.

Mar 31, 2023
The ultimate guide to romantic restaurants in Southwest Michigan

Need some help planning the perfect date? From fine dining to rooftops, discover the most romantic restaurants throughout Southwest Michigan.

Mar 14, 2023
Things to do for Easter in Southwest Michigan

Find fun things to do for Easter in Southwest Michigan. Celebrate with Easter egg hunts, delicious brunches, 5K runs, spring hikes and wine tasting.

Mar 10, 2023

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