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Yurt Camping in Tawas: A Michigan Road Trip
Explore Tawas, Michigan through yurt camping, local brews, birdwatching, and biking. Experience a road trip filled with delightful surprises.
Alcona Brew Haus
Alcona Brew Haus, just north of Harrisville on US-23, brings fabulous craft beers and food to the sunny side of Michigan.
National Morel Mushroom Festival 2023
The National Morel Mushroom Festival & morel hunting seminar led by Tony Williams, National Morel Hunting champion & gifted storyteller
Stormy Kromer a Cap and Ale House
A friend said, “There is a buzz in Cheboygan.” I never dreamed the buzz would start in the Stormy Kromer store.
Lake Superior Beer Stops
Enjoy outstanding craft beer as you explore the shores of Lake Superior with our can’t miss Lake Superior Beer Stops.
Our Last Ride in our Westfalia Camper
Our Westfalia Camper, also known as Rita, became a bit of a celebrity during our Route 66 Road Trip. The story borders on being a dystopian comedy.
The Spirit of Les Cheneaux Distillers
The Les Cheneaux Distillers is a Pure Michigan gem at the southeastern tip of the UP, making delicious beer, wine, and spirits.
Ore To Shore 2022
A misty morning could not slow down over a thousand mountain bikers who rode in the Ore To Shore race from Negaunee to Marquette. Ore To Shore 2022 - An Unexpected Adventure We had no idea there was a mountain bike race from Negaunee to Marquette called Ore To Shore...
Our Westfalia Camper is a Diva
Rattling Rita, our Westfalia Camper is a diva. She required afternoon siestas, spa treatments, and attention from her fans when we stopped.
Chasing Nostalgia in a Vintage VW Campervan
Our Route 66 Road Trip in a vintage VW campervan took a few unexpected turns. It started as #vanlife but turned into a #dystopiancomedy.
Grand Opening of Brew Detroit’s New Kitchen
The grand opening of Brew Detroit’s new kitchen is on August 13th, and their secret ingredient is Chef Tara Abdusshakur. She is beautiful, funny, talented and she’s got green sharpies!
Detach and Unwind in Rockford
Detach Primitive in Rockford provides an opportunity to unwind in a yurt, a tipi, a cozy A-Frame, or a Hobbit House within 50 acres of wooded bliss. Detach Primitive Our friend Dianna Stampfler of Promote Michigan invited us to an open house at Detach Primitive in...
Reluctant to visit Death Valley?
Here is a truckload of tips for visiting Death Valley covering safety precautions, what to pack, hiking suggestions, and must-see sights.
Californian Desert Oddities You Shouldn’t Miss
Thanks to Atlas Obscura, we found a treasure trove of desert oddities in the Californian desert that you shouldn’t miss on your trip.
Road Trip to Tybee Island
Our road trip to Tybee Island, Georgia, in 2021 took a couple of detours to hike, drink beer and explore a bit of history.
Long Weekend in Escondido California
We launched our California Desert Vacation with a long weekend in Escondido, California. We arrived with a list of area attractions including museums, wine, a zoo, and a few breweries. As we checked them off the list, we found a few surprises.
