The road to the Paris Olympics this year runs through Traverse City. Or so it seems. Fans of the Equestrian Olympics Competition will witness several horses and riders who honed their athletic abilities at the Traverse City Horse Shows (TCHS). “We were a small piece of their story,” said Lindsay ..read more

With the rise in popularity of fully remote and hybrid jobs, many travelers are opting to take their work on the road with them. In lieu of spending their hard-earned PTO, these new-age digital nomads are opting to work by day and play by night in the destination of their choice. This new work ..read more

“It’s gorgeous here.” There’s a tone of amazement in his voice as Commander Alex Armatas describes flying over Grand Traverse Bay on his first approach to the area. With over 4,500 flight hours, Armatas, has seen most of the country from very high levels at very fast speeds. He’s the Commander ..read more

Picture this: the sun painting the sky in hues of orange and pink as it sets over the tranquil waters of Lake Michigan, casting a golden glow on soft, sandy shores. This is the magic of the beaches in our region, where each stretch of sand tells a story of relaxation, adventure, and natural beauty ..read more

Our region boasts a vibrant culinary scene with Asian Fusion restaurants that combine the various cuisines of different Asian countries to create dishes that will satisfy your taste buds. Whether indulging in a sushi roll or savoring a spicy noodle bowl, you are bound to have a memorable dining experience.  ..read more

From the Top Resort Course in America to one of the toughest tracks in the country, there’s some phenomenal golf to play when you come stay in the Traverse City area ..read more

Just steps away from Beulah Beach in the heart of a charming small town with restaurants named Lucky Dog and Hungry Tummy, there’s an old train depot that doubles as the trailhead for one of the finest bike paths in northern Michigan. The Betsie Valley Trail runs along the shore of beautiful ..read more

In my 20-plus years as a wine journalist, educator, and wine taster, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about the perfect approach to wine and food pairings. I even co-authored an entire book on it. I feel passionate about putting wine into a real-life context rather than expecting non-industry people to taste wine in a sealed void, and since most people drink wine with food and find it’s the most fun and least complicated way of getting to know different styles and varieties of wine, it makes sense that I and they consider wine pairings advice valuable ..read more

It’s the most patriotic time of the year: The Fourth of July! There is no better place to spend it than Traverse City; the Midwest Caribbean. With so many events taking place this July, including the beloved National Cherry Festival, you’ll be guaranteed an action-packed holiday getaway. Prepare for ..read more

Readers of the new release from the wildly popular New York Times best-selling writer, Emily Henry, may find themselves a bit confused. The just-out novel, “Funny Story,” takes place in the fictional town of Waning Bay. For good reason, Waning Bay sounds a lot like Traverse City. Henry will be the ..read more