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Mackinac Island’s Big Sister

Mackinac Island’s Big Sister

What if for your next date night you took adventure to the next level? Explore the wonder of Bois Blanc Island, all within eyesight of Mackinac Island. Bois Blanc’s amenities...
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Best Place to get a Coffee with a Side of Art

Best Place to get a Coffee with a Side of Art

Watercolor Café is a little yellow house behind the Bay View B&B. On the outside it looks quaint and charming, the kind of place where you can see yourself drinking...
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Popping the Question

Popping the Question

As many different ways as there are to say, “I do,” on Mackinac Island, there are even more romantic options when it comes to proposals. From rustic to elegant and...
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5 Best Picnic Spots of Mackinac Island

5 Best Picnic Spots of Mackinac Island

There is no shortage of idealic locales for a lunch al-fresco on Mackinac Island. From rock formations formed over hundreds and thousands of years to parks filled with activities for...
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Why Threads of Mackinac Loves the Visitors on Mackinac Island

Why Threads of Mackinac Loves the Visitors on Mackinac Island

As the summer on Mackinac Island winds-up to peak season, the horses are ready — including the one out front of Threads of Mackinac — and all the employees on...
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Tying the Knot on Mackinac Island

Tying the Knot on Mackinac Island

There’s something in the air on Mackinac Island. Maybe it’s the lilacs, the breeze coming off the great lakes, or the magic of summer, but there’s no denying that Mackinac...
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Spa-ing on Mackinac Island

Spa-ing on Mackinac Island

Start your vacation off right with a little R&R with the help of these three spas on Mackinac Island. Stepping off the ferry and immersing yourself in the wonderful world...
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4 Places to ‘Wine’ Down on Mackinac Island

4 Places to ‘Wine’ Down on Mackinac Island

Whether you’re looking to relax and unwind with a glass or if you’re looking to ‘pop bottles’ of wine this summer on Mackinac Island there are plenty of options for...
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Sidetrip: Where to stay before catching the ferry to Mackinac Island

Sidetrip: Where to stay before catching the ferry to Mackinac Island

Over one million tourists embark to Mackinac Island each year looking for a break from the fast-paced, go go go lifestyle we’ve all seemingly bought into. Why not start your trip off right,...
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Threads Photo Contest

Threads Photo Contest

Threads of Mackinac is constantly inspired by the memories, stories, and experiences that make Mackinac Island a magical escape from everywhere else in the world. The second our feet step...
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What to pack: Doud’s Market

What to pack: Doud’s Market

There’s nothing like a sunny day on Mackinac Island, where every color pops a little brighter and a breeze keeps the air fresh and your spirits lifted. Pro-tip: if you...
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Sip N’ Sail Cruises

Sip N’ Sail Cruises

If you’re looking to get off your feet, bike or horse-drawn carriage for a while – Sip n’ Sail Cruises is a one-of-a-kind experience on the waters surrounding Mackinac Island....
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