Traverse City it situated within northern Lower Michigan on the coast of scenic West Grand Traverse Bay and East Grand Traverse Bay, both of which flow into Lake Michigan. It is the perfect blend of a charming Midwestern town and the vibrant and bustling energy of a cosmopolitan city. This metropolis offers a wealth of outdoor recreational activities along with a tremendous amount of social and cultural opportunities. The highlights are incredible shopping at historic Front Street, the Mission Point Lighthouse, and the 28 wineries on the Old Mission Peninsula and Leelanau Peninsula. During the National Cherry Festival and the Traverse City Film Festival are special times to visit.

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