Pure Michigan Travel

4 Ways to Stay Toasty this Season with a Fall Brew Tour

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 16:57:28 GMT

Busy roads and leaf-gazing not your thing? Warm up this autumn with a fall flavor tour in the Great Lakes Bay Region . Indulge in brewmasters' fuller, richer, darker brews fall creations. Here are 4 ways you can #GoGreat and trace the trails of malty, hoppy goodness from one bold brew-lover's excursion to the next!

8 Great Lakes Bay Festivals That’ll Leave You Longing for a Pure Michigan Summer

Tue, 31 May 2016 15:45:46 GMT

Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region, where the water's not only cool and unsalted, but the festivals are red hot and swinging well into late summer. We’re sharing 8 of our favorite festivals –come enjoy any one or all of these Great Lakes Bay Region summertime festivals.

Ann Arbor Area New Arrivals

Mon, 29 Feb 2016 21:06:07 GMT

The Ann Arbor area always has something new to explore. When planning your next visit to the Ann Arbor area, you may want to check out these newest restaurants and shops!

ArtPrize Eight Transforms Grand Rapids September 21-October 9.

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 03:16:47 GMT

Experience ArtPrize, the world’s most-attended, free public art event, in Grand Rapids this fall. Over the course of 19 days, 1,500 artists from around the world will display their work, hoping for a share of the $500,000 prize money. Half of the awards are determined by public vote and half are decided by a jury of experts. Sometimes the public and experts agree and sometimes they don’t – either way, it generates fascinating conversations about the nature of art.

Beer Week Grand Rapids Celebrates the Best of Beer City

Fri, 12 Feb 2016 13:45:24 GMT

It’s the week craft beer lovers wait for all year long – Beer Week Grand Rapids, when local breweries, beerpubs, restaurants and ale aficionados come together to celebrate the reigning Beer City champion. It’s so big that we had to stretch it to 12 days: February 17-28, 2016.

Body, Mind and Spirit Retreat

Thu, 12 Mar 2015 18:35:12 GMT

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

Celebrate Michigan-made spirits during Cocktail Week GR

Mon, 24 Oct 2016 19:57:16 GMT

Visit Grand Rapids November 9-20, 2016 to celebrate local spirits and the art of the craft cocktail. Savor the unique flavors of Michigan-made whiskeys, vodkas, gins, rum, brandies and more, blended into creative cocktails right in front of you by the area’s best mixologists.

Experience the Fab Four Firsthand at The Magical History Tour: A Beatles Memorabilia Exhibition

Fri, 20 May 2016 15:30:20 GMT

Whether you were an original Beatlemaniac or you’re simply inspired by their music today, experience the Beatles’ impact at the U.S. premiere of The Magical History Tour: A Beatles Memorabilia Exhibition, now at The Henry Ford.

Five Ways to Enjoy Traverse City’s Fall Splendor

Fri, 09 Sep 2016 16:41:45 GMT

There’s no better place to enjoy fall color than Traverse City – but there’s more than one way to see it. You can drive, stroll, hike, bike or even kayak to this beautiful display!

Get A Taste Of What’s New This Year at Michigan’s Largest International Beer Sampling Event

Tue, 26 Apr 2016 13:39:50 GMT

Grab your growlers and a few of your brew-loving friends and get ready to Go Great Lakes Bay, because the World Expo of Beer returns to Frankenmuth this May (Friday & Saturday, May 20th-21st) for it’s 20th year, bringing nearly 300 beers from across the globe to your tasting glass.

Get Your Hands Dirty at Maker Faire® Detroit

Mon, 03 Oct 2016 15:05:39 GMT

The DIY mindset runs wild at this three-ring circus of innovation--the 7th annual Maker Faire® Detroit. This year a giant fighting robot from MegaBots Team USA comes to life on the outdoor midway. Robotics, electronics, rockets, food, music, fashion, science — hundreds of makers, dozens of demonstrations and hands-on workshops, come feed your sense of adventure.

Inaugural LPGA Volvik Championship Gives Back, Honors U.S. Military

Thu, 19 May 2016 16:56:34 GMT

Pro golf is returning to southeast Michigan. This Memorial Day (May 23-29), plan a visit to the Ann Arbor area to experience the inaugural LPGA Volvik Championship at Travis Pointe Country Club. Ann Arbor is thrilled to welcome the return of the LPGA 13 years after hosting the FUTURES Golf Classic, the Official Developmental Tour of the LPGA.

Peak Color for the weekend of September 23, 2016

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 17:57:44 GMT

The last days of summer are slowly slipping away, and soon, Michigan’s abundant foliage will change into coats of breathtaking fall color. Check out the peak color report for the weekend of September 23, 2016

Peak Color Forecast for October 21-27, 2016

Fri, 21 Oct 2016 19:13:18 GMT

Fall colors are cascading throughout Michigan this week on back roads, city parks, lining our rushing rivers and at nature trails.

Peak Forecast for October 28-November 4, 2016

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 19:24:26 GMT

The curtain is falling on this year’s fall color show. But, many Lower Peninsula communities are holding out for a few more days of autumn splendor.

See the New Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum!

Fri, 01 Jul 2016 15:39:22 GMT

Visit the newly renovated Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum in Grand Rapids. Never-before-seen artifacts, short films and interactive kiosks provide a deeper view of Ford’s life, from his early years in Grand Rapids to the 895 days he served as the most powerful man on the planet.

Sink Your Hooks in Michigan Lakes and Streams

Tue, 17 May 2016 17:50:20 GMT

Lake trout, brown trout, walleye, salmon, steelhead and bass—these are just some of the fish populating our Great Lakes and our inland lakes and streams. Whether its charter fishing, sport fishing, or a leisure day on the banks with family and friends, you’re sure to get a great catch in Michigan.

Surfs Up

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 12:24:11 GMT

So, you want to surf. You don’t need an ocean to enjoy this invigorating water sport. You just need waves--and Michigan is a great place to catch some smooth ones. Go ahead, take off, hang hills, catch the wave—our fresh water lakes await you.

Take a Lantern-Lit Journey through Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village®

Tue, 15 Nov 2016 17:44:29 GMT

Step into a Christmas card from the past at Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village. Voted a top holiday event by USA Today and Reader’s Digest, don't miss what USA TODAY calls one of the "top 10 places to take the grandchildren."

The Relaxing Option: Spring Break in Traverse City!

Thu, 17 Mar 2016 21:13:01 GMT

Spring break will soon be here, and this year a surprising number of families will not be taking that exhausting trip south. Instead, they’re heading for Michigan’s True North -- Traverse City!

Traverse City Welcomes Holiday Shoppers with Small-Town Gifting Events

Fri, 02 Dec 2016 18:16:58 GMT

The most magical thing about holiday shopping in Traverse City is that it’s bursting with charming small-town shopping events --- celebrations designed to make this year’s gifting experience an unforgettable one!