Why should catching waves and relaxing in the sun be reserved exclusively for the coasts? Right smack in the middle of the country lie a true wonder of the nation: the Great Lakes.

According to Space.com, some of the best stargazing opportunities in the US will occur between late June and early September. The skies will be at their darkest, virtually uninhibited by moonlight,...

Each state boasts several distinctive hikes, ones that make that piece of the United States pie truly unique. Grab your hiking boots and head for these must-do hikes in every state that range from ...

There's never a wrong time to visit a national park, but as the National Park Service celebrates it's centennial year, the time is more right than ever. Sure, you've heard of the Denali's and Yello...

Snow globes and t-shirts are fine for showing friends and relatives you're thinking about them and wish they were there, but souvenirs with staying power are unique to the destination. If you're pl...

When most people think of Michigan, the familiar mitten shape of the state springs to mind. Most people completely disregard or forget entirely about its Upper Peninsula

Dotted with scenic villages and gorgeous beaches, the Lake Michigan coast of Wisconsin is hard to beat when it comes to vacation travel.

Where they were once considered afterthoughts for those who were looking for last minute ways to kill a little time, today’s vineyards are sought out specifically by oenophiles and other wine lover...

If I told you beautiful islands, lighthouses, museums, wineries, and incredible sand dunes existed all in one place; most likely the Midwest would not come to mind. But think again because that’s p...

If you’re looking for a fun, family-friendly vacation in the Midwest, Mackinac Island may be just what the doctor ordered. Located at the very tip-top of Michigan’s hand, Mackinac Island is an inte...