Michigan has so many features that make it one of my favorite states in the U.S.: access to three of the five Great Lakes, miles and miles of beautiful forests, great (and underrated) cities, Midwestern charm and hospitality, and unique spots you won't find anywhere else in the country like Mackinac Island and the Upper... The post 10 Awesome Things to Do in Ludington, Michigan: A Complete Long Weekend Guide appeared first on A Dangerous Business Travel Blog ..read more

When you think of city breaks in the US, I'm willing to bet you usually think of either big cities like New York or Chicago, or you think of cities that are known for being great tourist destinations like New Orleans or Las Vegas. And while these are all great options (I've been to them... The post 3 Days in Detroit: How to Spend a Long Weekend in Motor City appeared first on A Dangerous Business Travel Blog ..read more

Move over, New England.  When it comes to great spots in the US to spot the yellows, oranges, and reds of fall foliage, the state of Michigan is really underrated. (Honestly, I think the Midwest is underrated as a whole when it comes to travel in the United States!) I’ve visited Michigan in the fall... The post 10 Amazing Places to See Fall Colors in Michigan appeared first on A Dangerous Business Travel Blog ..read more

When it comes to traveling in Michigan, you've probably heard about going back in time on the car-less Mackinac Island, tracing history in Detroit, and exploring the beautiful Upper Peninsula. But today I want to introduce you to a smaller, but no less visit-worthy part of Michigan: the Leelanau Peninsula. Located just to the northwest... The post How to Spend One Epic Day on Michigan’s Leelanau Peninsula appeared first on A Dangerous Business Travel Blog ..read more

Is there anything more bucket-list-worthy or iconic than a road trip to see brilliant fall colors? Fall color road trips were all the rage in 2020 – and for good reason! But while most people assume you have to head to New England to truly enjoy the autumn season in all its glory, I'm here... The post The Perfect 10-Day Michigan Road Trip Itinerary in Fall appeared first on A Dangerous Business Travel Blog ..read more

The first sign that you've left the 21st century behind and entered some sort of delightful time warp comes as soon as you step off the ferry dock on Mackinac Island. Instead of being met with taxis and the sound of traffic on the busiest street on the island like you might expect in other... The post Stepping Back in Time for 2 Days on Mackinac Island appeared first on A Dangerous Business Travel Blog ..read more

When it comes to the United States, anyone who's read my blog for a while will know that I'm a big Midwest fangirl. I've spent most of my life in Ohio, and have traveled throughout the region, from Indianapolis to the Black Hills of South Dakota. But one place I hadn't yet visited in the... The post 9 Reasons You Should Visit Michigan’s Upper Peninsula appeared first on A Dangerous Business Travel Blog ..read more

I grew up in a small town (population: less than 7,500). I went to a small high school, and then a small university in a similarly small town. Small towns, as it turns out, are sort of my jam! And while a lot of people aim to escape small-town life, small towns will always hold... The post Small Town America: Getting to Know Ypsilanti, Michigan appeared first on A Dangerous Business Travel Blog ..read more

Here's a fun fact about me: I actually prefer cold weather to hot weather. Yes, it's true! Having grown up in Ohio, I'm used to pretty extreme temperature swings in our seasons (we get hot summers and cold winters) – and I almost always prefer the cold. Give me cozy scarves and fireside snuggles over... The post Winter Travel: A Long Winter Weekend in Ann Arbor, Michigan appeared first on A Dangerous Business Travel Blog ..read more

When I visited the city of Ann Arbor, Michigan, for the first time earlier this summer, I was struck by how cool and how livable a city it was. I also found myself fast falling in love with the quirky vibe that gives Ann Arbor much of its character. I think you can attribute this... The post Get to Know the Quirky Side of Ann Arbor, Michigan appeared first on A Dangerous Business Travel Blog ..read more