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1. Grand Rapids ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Marquette ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Ann Arbor

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4. Bay City

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5. Belle Isle State Park

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6. Charlevoix

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7. Cuyahoga Valley National Park

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8. East Lansing

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9. Frankenmuth

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10. Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum

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11. Harrisville State Park

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12. Holland

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13. Kalamazoo

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14. Lake Huron Bay

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15. Mackinac Island

Romantic Islands
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16. Midland

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17. New Buffalo

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18. Point Pelee National Park

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19. Saugatuck

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20. Sault Ste. Marie

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21. Silver Lake State Park

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22. Suttons Bay

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23. Traverse City

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24. Van Buren State Park

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Question: What makes Michigan a great destination for visitors?
  • Answer: Much of Michigan is surrounded by Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, and Lake Huron, so it comes as no surprise that there are a plethora of beautiful lakeshore destinations to visit.
  • Question: What are some popular lakeside towns to visit in Michigan?
  • Answer: Lakeside towns Charlevoix, Point Pelee, and Saugatuck invite visitors to enjoy resort activities like sailing, water sports, and long beach walks.
  • Question: What culture-rich city breaks can you visit in Michigan?
  • Answer: For culture-rich city breaks, you can visit East Lansing, Ann Arbor, Bay City, or Grand Rapids.
  • Question: What insight can you gain by visiting Frankenmuth?
  • Answer: A visit to Frankenmuth offers an insight into the area’s German settlers.
  • Question: Where can you find fabulous wineries and vineyards in Michigan?
  • Answer: There are many fabulous wineries and vineyards near Traverse City.

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