Hello! We Have One Heck of an Announcement!

It's 2019!! YEY! Have you made any new travel plans with your New Year Resolutions? We sure have!!

DEEP BREATH....Our biggest announcement is that I (Sherry) have quit my 9-5 so I can focus on bringing you great content, exciting photos, up-to-date fun stuff and focus on traveling full time!

I tried so hard to balance my daytime job while working evenings and weekends on Traveling Michigan (traveling, editing photos, creating web pages, connecting in Social Media) and two things happened.

I was getting burned out and Traveling Michigan just wasn't receiving the attention it deserved. In fact, YOU haven't received the attention you deserve.

So something had to give. We assessed what was best for our financial future (always important), what we were passionate about and what was best for you, our travel tribe. And for me, this project, connecting with you and working toward my dreams was my priority. And luckily we were both on board with that plan.

What does that mean for you!? So right now we are working to overhaul Travel-Mi.com so it reads more concise, is cleaner and gives you a MUCH better experience. So please bear with us as we make changes, experiment, learn and grow.

Our Goals: We will be bringing to you pod casts of our trips and experiences, weekly newsletters (might take a while to get that off the ground!), 360 degree interactive images, exciting videos, drone images and video and a new website experience.

We are SOOOOO excited!! AND a little overwhelmed as we have so much to learn and implement!

I want to thank you for believing in us and continuing with us on this journey. xoxo Sherry

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So, enough about us, here's some things happening in Michigan!

Midland's Newest Canopy Walk Is The Longest Canopy Walk in the US!

Midland Canopy Walk
Have you heard that Midland proudly hosts the LONGEST CANOPY WALK IN THE UNITED STATES?! How cool is that? Whiting Forest, the home of this spectacular walk, just completed the immense project in October. So now you have the perfect excuse to pack up the family and come visit Midland!

The newly completed canopy walk is nestled within the treetops and overlooks the serene forest and sparkling pond. Not only is it conveniently connected to Dow Gardens but Whiting Forest also constructed several children's play areas, a beautiful cafe and several paved paths throughout the lush forest. See the link above (in blue) for more details!

Where Will We Be Next?

Houghton Lake Tip Up Town is January 18-20 and Jan 25-27This is a premier ice fishing festival in north central Michigan! The festival is held at the southern DNR boat launch, off of M-55 near the Pines theater and Pineview Golf Course. Free parking is available at the High School and library with free shuttle service to and from Tip Up Town.

Festivities include:• Ice Fishing Contest (you must be registered)• Rides and vendors on the Main St• Ice Slide• Turkey Bowling on the Ice• Polar Bear Dip• Pie Eating Contest• Family Fun Tent• Adult Beverage Tent• Various entertainment through out both weekends

Detroit Autoshow is January 19-27 Such a fun place to check out the up and coming vehicle of the year!

Zehnder's Snowfest in Frankenmuth is January 23-28 I can't wait to check the live ice sculpting!

Zehnder’s Snowfest features:

• World Class Double & Single Block Snow Sculpting Championships• State of Michigan Snow Sculpting Competition• High School Snow Sculpting Competition• 100-Block Ice Carving Exhibition• U.S. Naticonal Collegiate Ice Carving Competition• All-Star Alumni Ice Carving Competition

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We are so glad you have joined our Traveling Michigan family and can't wait to show you the true Michigan!

Our Must Have Apps to Tour Michigan Like a Boss!

All the apps listed below are available for free for Apple and Android. We utilize these apps frequently and find them very valuable tools while exploring Michigan.

AllTrails

AllTrails App is available in iTunes and Android. They provide the most convenient trail locator and Map system we have ever seen. Its super easy to use and allows integrated trail maps that you can download for viewing while away from service. It also allows you to set up life line alerts to notify family when you are overdue for returning from your hike. It is well worth investigating and best of all its free!

RoadTrippers

The only map built for travelers. Whether planning an epic cross-country road trip or a weekend escape, with Roadtrippers you're always 5 minutes away from something awesome.

With RoadTrippers Discover millions of places, like local diners and quirky roadside attractions, or scenic points, national parks, and hotels.

Plan trips directly from the app or on the web at roadtrippers.com, then share them with friends. Friends can add suggestions to your trip itinerary and travel with their favorite navigation app.

Any trips you've saved or places you love will sync automatically across devices.

GasBuddy

When it's time to refuel, you'll be happy to have GasBuddy on your phone. It helps you find gas and a pit stop by location and price. If you can save a couple of bucks by cruising a little farther down the road, GasBuddy will let you know.

TV Food Maps

This interactive app and website finds restaurants and eateries that have appeared on various television food shows, such as Bizarre Foods American, Top Chef, $40 a Day, Restaurant Impossible and (groan) Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives. You plug in your starting point and destination, and then indicate how far off course you're willing to venture.

Waze

Waze is a free community-driven app for traffic and road conditions. While Google Maps tells you about officially reported problems and whether there's traffic in general, Waze knows the nitty-gritty, like the location of police traps and potholes. It's popular among taxi and car service drivers, but equally useful for everyday drivers. Make sure your phone is plugged in as Waze is always using your GPS location!

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