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badcold3 says:
The DIA i one of the greatest places to visit in Detroit. It is newly re-done and filled some of the finest art from around the globe. It is home to famous Diego Rivera murals, a depiction of Detroit's auto industry. The murals are seen as a historical landmark of Detroit, a must for anyone wanting ...
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badcold3 says:
If you have to eat in Detroit, eat at Greektown!!! The lights, the music, and the atmosphere make any night an exciting night to go out to dinner! You have many places to choose from in Greektown. For pizza, there's Pizza Papalis. For Greek, there's Hellas, Parthenon, Olympia or the Acropolis. You c...
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jgeueke says:
A quirky and homey store that's more than just a convenience store. You can't miss the frequently changing witty signs. Stop in for one of the must-have "Phil's 550" T-shirts or other clothing, a variety of beer and wine, various locally made "yooper" products, and even hand-scooped ice cream in the...
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rotorhead85 says:
The Grand Island East Channel Lighthouse sits on the east side of Grand Island off Munising, Michigan in Lake Superior. The wood-frame structure was built in 1870 and rests on a brick foundation. The light was deactivated in 1913 - replaced by range lights at Munising in 1908. Grand Island East Chan...
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rotorhead85 says:
I thought only Lake Superior turned wild and wicked with stormy seas but while kayaking Lake Michigan from Washington Island, Wisconsin, to Gladstone, Michigan in 1999, I learned otherwise. After nearly two hours of fighting 6 to 8 foot pointy waves from my left side without a rudder, I managed to r...
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badcold3 says:
Hart Plaza, along with being the venue of other big events like Tech-fest and cultural celebrations, it is home to my favorite event-the Hoedown! A friday though sunday event, it is a huge event, attracting thousands of people. Big country singers come and perform and the spectators get drunk off th...
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badcold3 says:
GO Tigers!! Comerica Park is home to the Detroit Tigers Baseball Team, a team on the rise! And you couldn't ask for a better place to watch the team. Comerica Park does have a bad seat in the house, anywhere you sit from the front row to the nose-bleeders, you'll be able to see your favorite Tiger h...
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badcold3 says:
Although Campus Martius is beautiful all year round, its the best in the winter. Opening day for "winter blast" there's live music, vendors (i love those roasted almonds...yum), lights, a huge christmas tree, and of course the main attraction, an outdoor ice-skating rink. The rink is huge and stays ...
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rotorhead85 says:
The Mackinac Bridge (pronounced Mackinaw) spans the Straits of Mackinac where Lakes Huron and Michigan meet. The bridge connects lower Michigan to its Upper Peninsula. Constructed from 1954 to 1957, it held the record as the longest suspension bridge in the world for more than half a century with a ...
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architiki says:
Preservation Wayne is a community organization dedicated to preserving Detroit's architectural heritage. Guided walking tours are offered from May through December:
-Auto Heritage
-Cultural Center
-Downtown
-Downtown Buildings of Louis Kamper
-Downtown Buildings of Albert Kahn
-Downtown Sculp...
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jebailey76 says:
The palace stadium is for the Detroit Pistons and Detroit Shocks play basketball game. It is locate in Auburn Hill, Michigan. It is North of Detroit on I-75 N.
The Palace is a great place to watch the men and women play professional basketball and it also allows concerts shows. If you ever go t...
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perfektewelle says:
Are you an artist? A film major? Just quirky and in love with exhibits? Go to the UICA and view some exhibits. Or check whats playing in their theater. I saw Das Leben die Anderen (The Lives of Others). They show loads of foreign and indie films and documentaries that you cannot view anywhere else. ...
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perfektewelle says:
Maybe it's just because I adore animals, or that I'm a total child at heart.. but I can't help but get excited when I go to the grand rapids zoo! The zoo is free for the month of February, and after that admission spikes to $6.00. Inside, you will find llamas, bears, otters, wolvarines, tigers, peng...
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perfektewelle says:
Does the feeling of slick ice beneath your feet welcome excitement and bring a smile to your face?
If you are a fan of ice skating, you have two fantastic options in Grand Rapids.
If you wish to skate in an indoor rink, allowing for different seasons,
go to Patterson Arena. It is only $6.00 w...
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rongcat says:
Dear all,
Hope you enjoy the pictures we took on our trip to Upper Peninsula of Michigan during July 4th weekend.
Although not as magnificent as the Niagara, Tahquamenon
falls are unique by its colorful water falls.
We took a cruise to see the Pictured Rocks Nat'l Lakeshore along Lake Su...
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