Looking for an easy way to experience an area of Michigan, “Hidden Gems” style? Look no further – check out our suggested itineraries to go deep into all our beautiful state has to offer.
This post is a curated list of quotes about travel, nature, and life. The photos are all our original work, and we are happy to share them with you. Please credit us, link to our site, or tag us on social media if you use any photos. There are three categories of photo quotes: Travel,…
Marquette, Michigan, is perfect for a Daytrip any time of year. Sometimes, travelers avoid the lakeshores in the colder months, but for those who venture out, they offer unique opportunities in the off-season. Scenic views are spectacular when the trees are bare of leaves. Parking is easier to find. Trails and attractions are less crowded….
A Thumb Weekend Getaway is typical for Michiganders, but most visitors enjoy the beauty of the Thumbcoast of Michigan during the warm summer. While soaking in the sun on the sandy shorelines is a dream, we also like to visit summer destinations in the off-season. Read along and find out how to enjoy the Tip…
Creating the best hotel experience while away from home can make a good vacation great. The opposite is also true: a less-than-stellar hotel experience can dampen the best vacations. We have stayed in many hotels and learned what conveniences are important to us and where we can compromise. Keep reading to learn how we evaluate…
Read on to learn why Lexington, Michigan, is a wonderful choice for a quiet winter weekend getaway. Lexington rests at the edge of Lake Huron, 20 minutes north of Port Huron. Visiting this small harbor town in the winter is very different than what you find in the summer months. Our winter weekend was cozy…
Hidden Gems Michigan made 12 outdoor walks around Michigan in January of 2024. The year started snowless and frosty, with a few dustings. Later in the month, we got a good snowstorm that left us with nice snow cover toward the end of the month. The walk posts will be photo-heavy with short descriptions of…
Grand Rapids is second in size only to Detroit, which makes it the second most-populated city in Michigan. I would never have guessed that the population was that large. Grand Rapids is a Big City with a Small(er) Town feel. The city was fairly easy to navigate, and we found parking to begin our adventure…
2023 has come to a close, and Hidden Gems has been live for four months. Our first full calendar year stands before us, open and inviting. We are so excited to continue this adventure with you and to share our travel plans for 2024 with you. What began as a dream conversation while on the…
Port Huron, Michigan, is a perfect place for a daytrip. Distinctive coffee shops, unique museums, historic downtown, nostalgic eateries, and, of course, Lake Huron. You can’t go wrong planning a daytrip to Port Huron, Michigan. But first, Coffee to begin your Port Huron Daytrip We like to start our days with coffee, and Port Huron…
We are coffee lovers, and we especially like to sip good coffee in a great coffee shop. There are Four Unique Coffee Shops in Port Huron, Michigan. You get a completely different vibe at each one, so try them all! We did! The Electric Coffee Company Nestled in a quiet neighborhood north of downtown Port…