The judgement prevents cruise ships from tying up to island's main ferry dock until repairs are completed, which may not be ...

Visiting Mackinac Island is a summer tradition for many and a bucket list trip for others, but once on the island what should you do first? The northern Michigan island is nestled among the Great ...

Island authorities will never tell you it's safe to cross the ice bridge. It's always seen as an at-your-own risk activity in ...

Mackinac Island features one of the nation's top butterfly gardens, per USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards. The Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House & Insect World includes over 1,000 ...

If you're looking for a spot to book your perfect fall trip, Mackinac Island is the nation's best destination, according to USA TODAY's 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards. Nestled on the Great Lakes in ...

From purple lilacs on Mackinac Island to Grand Haven's sandy shores, six Michigan small towns recently were featured among USA TODAY's 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards as some of the best places in the ...

Draft horses are returning to Mackinac Island, signaling the start of the 2025 season. Businesses are set to open on schedule despite damage from a late-March ice storm, though some trails remain ...

Mackinac Island's Lilac Festival was ranked third in USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for best flower festivals. The annual 10-day festival celebrates the island's lilacs and car-free streets ...

MACKINAC ISLAND, Mich. – If you’re planning road trips with the family this summer, you should add this Northern Michigan spot to the list. Mackinac Island is in the running to become USA Today’s best ...

While the official start of fall is just around the corner, there's still time for a tranquil, family-friendly getaway to Mackinac Island before the summer destination "closes" for winter. Tourism ...

Mackinac Island is a popular tourist destination, with over 1 million visitors per year. The island lies in the Straits of Mackinac between the Upper and Lower peninsulas. Visitors can book a stay at ...