Totally Mackinac Island

So is there a lot to do on Mackinac? Uh yes. So today I am going to tell you about what I might do on my first full day on the island. This just gives you a taste of all there is to do. Be sure to also hear from Melody who shares her Mackinac Origin story. I would like to share one a week on the podcast. So email or message me on Instagram with yours. How you came to know and visit the island. What you like to do? Do you stay overnight? I look forward to hearing from you.

www.totallymackinac.com

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I first visited Mackinac in 1999 and fell in love. It was a trip that my friend (still to this day) invited me too. Meet Jennifer Palumbo. A Detroit raised gal who started heading to the island at 8. Now all these years later she shares what she wants to still explore not only for her but her girls.

No doubt you have heard of the Grand Hotel on Mackinac? Well there is a lot of history with this hotel. So I decided to share a podcast a month all about the hotel. Also be sure to go to the the Grand Hotels website to vote for the new flavor of ice cream they are bringing to Sadie's ice cream shop.

www.grandhotel.com

Meet Nicole Doud. She is the owner of the adorable boutique shop located on Main St. Offering a variety of gifts and Mackinac treasures this shop is a must for those visiting the island. Need an extra dose of her items? Online sales are available year-round. So tune in to hear her origin story along with hiring, new items, island recommendations and her family life.

www.littleluxuriesofmackinac.com

Have you ever dreamed of working on Mackinac Island? I know I have. Well now is the time to look into it. Businesses are starting to share what they are looking for. Some include housing and meal plans. So tune into to hear about the opportunities.

www.mackinacisland.org/island-job-application

Looking for a spacious and affordable place to stay on the island? Village Inn Suites is one to look into. Located above Kingston Kitchen, 3 suites can hold various guests. Some as many as 6. So tune in to find out all about this charming place to stay.

www.visuites.com

Common question- is Mackinac open year round? Yes it is but in a much different way. I talk about how it is and where you can eat and stay on the island. Be sure to go to the blog for direct links to the places and activities I talk about.

www.totallymackinac.com

Have you been to the Watercolor Cafe? Located behind Bay View B&B this cafe not only has incredible breakfast and lunch options BUT art classes to take after it all shuts down. Learn all about this charming establishment from its owner Kate Dupre. Try not to get hungry as she talks about some of the favorites.

www.watercolormackinac.com

Anyone else love to hear a good history story? Well that happened to me while on the Haunts of Mackinac tour. It introduced me to a woman who became one of the most successful fur traders after her husband was murdered. Yes Madame Magdelaine Laframboise. Tune in to hear how she not only succeeded in business but her dedication to a unmistakable landmark on the island

Allow me to introduce you to Mackinac Wellness. A Med Spa coming to the island in May 2022. I talk with Trish Knutson - founder & owner- from her origin story of how she came to Mackinac Island to what services are part of Mackinac Wellness. Visit them on Instagram and website

www.mackinacwellness.com