Looking for a fun activity this summer? You need to check out The Friends Experience NEAR Detroit. By “near” they mean Auburn Hills, about 35 minutes north of the city on a good day, so make sure to double check the directions before you head out. The Friends Experience is the perfect activity for Friends…
You might have a hard time choosing where to eat because of all the different places to choose from, but I will let you in on 8 places to eat in Detroit (and maybe drink as well) that I consider hidden foodie gems. Detroit is not just the world’s automotive center, it’s also home to…
Just because it’s Spring Break doesn’t mean you have to fly off to Florida. Instead, consider Spring Break in Detroit. It’s has one of the best come back stories for a city, Detroit has exploded on the scene of one of the best cities to visit in the U.S. Stop spending money on airfare (and…
Detroit comes alive during the holidays with twinkling lights, holiday festivals, good food, and more fun than you can have in one weekend. It’s going to be tough to pick what to do but that is a good problem to have. This is definitely the season to visit Detroit! VISIT DETROIT TWINKLING LIGHTS Enjoy a…
The GMRENCEN partnered with me for this experience. All opinions expressed in this piece are my own. This is the summer of Classic Rock n Roll along the Detroit Riverfront. You summer just got a whole lot better with the annual Chevrolet Rockin’ on the Riverfront Concert Series, back for its 12th year, and the icing…
As the bus slowly rolls to a stop in a rough and tumble looking part of downtown Detroit Michigan I wonder if we are in the right place. My itinerary says Hantz Farms, but all I see is an empty lot with some trees. Our illustrious trip leader stands up and gets off the bus…
It has been five years since I visited Detroit and my last trip wasn’t very impressive. At the time I said I never needed to return. However, over the past year, I’ve been hearing tidbits that Detroit was on the rise and I should visit. Each time I heard this I would look at the…
In the quaint town of Frankenmuth, Michigan, about 90 minutes north of Detroit, is the World’s Largest Christmas Store, Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland. This enchanting Christmas destination isn’t merely a shopping destination, it’s a festive pilgrimage that promises to spark your holiday spirit. I’ve been visiting Bronner’s since I was a young girl and it never…
I’ve created a guide of some of the best bookstores in the U.S. that have been recommended by friends. I’ve shared their comments about the bookstore, if available, as well. I don’t know about you guys but I love reading, I’ll admit that I mostly read on my kindle because its convenient, but I love…
Plan the perfect date night at these exclusive, adults-only events hosted by zoos across the Midwest. These extraordinary gatherings serve as fundraisers to Your date night adventure helps support the conservation efforts for animals within the zoo and across the globe. Join one of these unique events and contribute to the preservation of wildlife…
Summer is right around the corner for us in the northern part of the Midwest. I know right now it doesn’t feel like it, but I promise those hot days of summer are going to be here soon (at least I’m hoping they’ll be here soon). When that time comes you’ll want a delicious summer…
Michigan is packed with an abundance of things to do in every season. Summer and Fall, of course, are my favorite and what you’ll find the most reference to here. Occasionally, you’ll stumble across a winter post for those that enjoy cold weather sports and outdoor pursuits. This list is a guide to all the…
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