In Michigan, Memorial Day Weekend isn’t just a long weekend. It is the unofficial, highly anticipated kickoff to summer! After a long winter and a rainy spring, the Friday of Memorial Day weekend brings a shift in energy along the Lake Michigan shoreline. The boats are back in the water, the beach towns are buzzing, and the smell of barbecue fills the air. If you are looking for the perfect...
Let’s be honest: one of the best parts of any vacation is the food. The diet goes out the window, and the only real stress of the day is deciding where to eat next. If you are the type of traveler who plans their itinerary entirely around breakfast, lunch, and dinner, we have the perfect excuse for a spring getaway. Every April, this charming coastal town hosts Downtown Ludington Restaurant...
There is a specific kind of magic that settles over the Lake Michigan shoreline in May. The air loses its winter bite, the cherry blossoms begin to pop, and the entire region prepares for two of our favorite traditions: Tulip Time and Mother’s Day. If you’re looking for the perfect spring escape, staying in one of our coastal towns, South Haven, Saugatuck, or Grand Haven, offers the best of...
The birds are chirping, the tulips are peeking through the soil, and that golden afternoon sun is finally hitting your windows. It’s beautiful, until you realize that the same sunlight is highlighting every single smudge, dog hair, and dust bunny that took up residence during your winter hibernation. Welcome to Spring Cleaning Season! While the phrase might inspire a bit of “chore-induced dread,” there is nothing quite like the feeling...
When you hear the words “Spring Break,” what comes to mind? Usually, it’s expensive flights, crowded airports, overpriced hotels, and fighting for a square foot of sand on a Florida beach. It’s a week that is supposed to be relaxing, but often leaves you needing a vacation from your vacation. This year, we are proposing an alternative: The Michigan “Staycation.” Forget the TSA lines and the humidity. Pack the car,...
Everyone knows Saugatuck is the Art Coast of Michigan, famous for its summer dunes and fall colors. But if you ask the locals, one of the best weekends of the entire year happens right in the middle of March. St. Patrick’s Day in Saugatuck isn’t just a holiday, it’s the town’s unofficial “Wake Up” party. After a quiet winter, the streets of Saugatuck and Douglas come alive with runners,...
February is often the forgotten month. The holiday sparkle has faded, and spring hasn’t quite sprung. However, mid-February offers the perfect excuse to pack a bag and hit the road for a weekend reset. Whether you are looking to reignite romance for Valentine’s Day or celebrate your besties with a Galentine’s Day retreat, Michigan’s West Coast is the ideal backdrop. Forget the crowded city restaurants and overpriced prix-fixe menus. This...
Let’s be honest, the end of January and the beginning of February are when the winter blues usually set in. The holidays are a distant memory, spring seems miles away, and cabin fever is real. Many people think of South Haven, Michigan, purely as a summer paradise, and they aren’t wrong. But if you think this vibrant beach town goes into hibernation when the snow falls, you are missing out...
Let’s be real: when you’re hosting, safety and security are just as important as comfy beds and great coffee. It might sound like a big chore, but focusing on a few basics can make a huge difference in protecting your guests (and your investment!). Here’s our casual checklist for making safety simple at your rental: The Fire & First Aid Fundamentals These are the non-negotiables that could save a life....
