Sep 28, 2020• by TravelLightLaura
Rugged Luxury (Michigan's Upper Peninsula)
Lake Superior whipped up a September gale and slowed the RV down considerably as we made our way across the Mackinaw Bridge, to Marquette then to Copper Harbor at the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula...
Sep 10, 2019• by TravelLightLaura
Is Michigan one of the Midwest’s premier mountain bike destinations? Yes, but only if you are willing to cross the bridge to the U.P. the much wilder peninsula. The U.P. is home to two IMBA...
Aug 14, 2019• by TravelLightLaura
7 Soggy Buns (Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness, Michigan)
We billed it as a “learning journey,” so the kids would be exposed to backcountry camping, the kind where you hike in your gear and poop in the woods. We chose Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness with...
Jan 22, 2019• by Trekers
Winter camping at Tahquamenon Falls in MI's Upper Peninsula
There aren’t a lot of state parks in Michigan open for camping in the winter but, luckily for us, that list includes one of our favorites: Tahquamenon Falls State Park...
Apr 12, 2024• by TravelLightLaura
Most avid mountain bikers that visit the Mitten roll into Marquette or Copper Harbor, both epic trail systems. Copper Harbor is an IMBA Silver-level ride center, and Marquette is just a little behind...
Dec 19, 2022• by HerLifeAdventures
Enchanting Things to do in Detroit For the Holiday Season
What is there to do in Detroit for the holiday season? Well, let me tell you. Detroit holiday festivities offer a number of things to do for singles, couples, and families alike. Spend one day in...