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Pure Michigan’s May travel deals include beachfront resorts, big cities and more
Updated May 09, 2021;
Summer vacation planning is ramping up, but some of the best early deals can be had in May. Whether you are heading to one of the Up North islands, a resort known for its golf courses, or are leaning toward a big-city adventure, this month’s travel deals being highlighted by our friends at Pure Michigan have something for everyone.
Check out the descriptions below and click the website links for more details on vacation savings.
The Straits of Mackinac view from a balcony room at the Chippewa Hotel on Mackinac Island.
9 new things on Mackinac Island to check out in 2021
Updated May 05, 2021;
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MACKINAC ISLAND, MI - There have been some early signs that this will be a busy year on Mackinac Island, even before the new season officially kicked off at the beginning of May.
April ferry trips carried more weekend visitors than expected, and local residents seemed surprised to see vacationers exploring the island in the first few weeks of spring, before most restaurants and downtown shops had opened.
Along with these early tourists, recent weeks have seen a lot of hustle and bustle in the island’s downtown business district. Hotels, shops and other spots have all been putting the finishing touches on off-season renovations and construction projects.
Novel featuring Mackinac Island’s dockporters quickly becomes a bestseller
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Dave McVeigh and Jim Bolone authored this coming-of-age tale set on Mackinac Island amid the dockporter ranks. Photo provided by Dave McVeigh and Jim Bolone.
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MACKINAC ISLAND, MI – Visitors to Mackinac Island know that dockporters are an early, familiar sight on any trip. This group of workers meets each ferry as it arrives at the docks. They expertly stack luggage, duffel bags and mounds of overstuffed backpacks onto their sturdy bikes and baskets. Then, powered by burning leg muscles and a good measure of finesse, they deftly navigate streets crowded with tourists and horse-drawn carriages to deliver guests’ belongings to their hotels – all in hopes of a generous tip.