News — Mackinac Island Hidden Spots

Looking back at the 2024 season we wanted to share some of our highlights because after all, YOU help make our seasons successful!  Doud's Market turned 140 this year! Brothers, Patrick and Francis Doud, created Doud Bros, now known as Doud's Market, has been in the Doud family for 140 years. Fourth generation owner, Andrew Doud, has owned and operated the market since 2007. Andrew is proud to be able to keep the family market going.  In With the New, Out With the Old  The produce cooler, the first long cooler you see when entering the market needed to be...

Are you starting to plan your 2023 visit to Mackinac Island? Think about taking a Sip n’ Sail Cruise! The Isle Royale Queen III and the Robin E offers a variety of different cruise options. Enjoy setting sail on the water at sunset with live music from incredible musicians! Or enjoy a history cruise learning more about Mackinac from Island's former and esteemed Director Emeritus of Mackinac State Historic Parks, Phil Porter.  Other cruise options include Bourbon Under the Bridge, Bloody Mary & Mimosa Tour and more.  Sip n’ Sail Cruises are also available for private rentals. Plan you family’s...

Looking to visit Mackinac Island with the family, but need to keep the trip budget friendly?  Here are a few tips: Fill up your water bottles! Make sure that everyone brings their water bottle from home. There are water fountains where you can fill up your bottles at the public restrooms. Pack a picnic lunch. Pack everyone a picnic lunch and eat it in Marquette Park! Marquette Park is the perfect spot to people watch, see the ferries coming and going and enjoy the sunshine on Mackinac. Bring your bikes across on the ferry. If you bring your bikes across...

When you’re on Mackinac looking for a quick lunch with incredible views, consider stopping by The Dog House, located at Windermere Point! The Dog House is the must stop hot dog spot on Mackinac! Here are some recent reviews of The Dog House:  Looking for quick and inexpensive while you are having a bike ride look no further. Its a simple spot with the basics being hotdogs, brats, and burgers. Also, they offer root beer floats. The view where you sit is surreal. Great place for an ice cream and a great view. The menu is delicious, but also meant...

The 74th Lilac Festival is one we won't soon forget!   It was such a busy 10 days of fun events, beautiful sights and smells, and the hustle and bustle of having YOU visit! Here are some of our favorite captured moments from the Lilac Parade this past week!