Such a fun downtown area up here…read more There's so many wonderful clothing, boutiques, dining, coffee shops, Cherry Republics around the corner from each other, tacos, and gift shops too. Parking is free after 6pm. Use Park Mobile app to pay for parking. Much of the street parking is usually full and the back alley spots tend to be assigned. There are many public parking lots all over.

TVC airport is very small. They lack having many agents at the airline check in and the self-check…read morein kiosks were broken, so give yourself about 30 minutes if you need to check a bag. TSA is longer than expected. I have TSA precheck and it still took about 20 minutes to get through, which is quite long for such a small airport. However, the process was smooth and efficient. The airport has less than 10 gates but once past security, it is extremely crowded, at least when I was there (on a Saturday midday). There is no where to sit and almost no where to even stand. There is only one bathroom once you get through security and also only one water fountain. It took about 20 minutes alone just to use the bathroom and fill up my water. I do like that they have a small outdoor section. It allows you to get some fresh air. They also have one dining spot inside too, but otherwise there are no other restaurants or food/drink spots. Overall, it is a convenient airport if you need to be in that area but it lacks many amenities.

I love flying in and out of this airport. TSA is quick. It's a small airport so it's cozy. Lots of…read moreMichigan made options in the shops. If you're looking for a restaurant this is not your airport, so be prepared for that. Gate agents are always nice. Clean bathrooms. Easy airport pickup without a lot of traffic

I was having trouble with my Libby app. Kelly at the Woodmere branch was phenomenal. It took an…read morehour and a half but she was successful in the end. I can't thank her enough for her persistence in figuring out the problem. Great job Kelly

Very nice library, even have 3d printers, lots of space, printing and laminating, tons of books and…read morecomputers too

We took a 90 minute tour through the commons and the state hospital. This tour had the best mix of…read morearchitectural and anecdotal history of the Asylum. Every part of this place was absolutely gorgeous. The beauty in the decaying of some of the buildings from the harsh winter, and the strength of these buildings still standing strong definitely evokes emotion. Our tour guide Sean was absolutely awesome. He knew so much, but also made it fun with his own anecdotes. A true TC native that knows his stuff! I highly recommend doing a tour if you're in TC. I'd go back to see the twilight tour too!

Love the shops at Grand Traverse! We did the Asylum Tour at…read morenight, and honestly, I was a little underwhelmed. The folks who did it were just ok (a younger girl in her 20s and a guy in his 50s). So, if you're going to the shops, walk around and try the coffee place and grab some TC shirts, but don't come back for the evening tour.

Take Peninsula Drive. Imagine the lake shoreline meandering…read morealongside you as you drive. Imagine the reds, yellows, greens, and browns of the tree leaves cradling the sky. Imagine deserted sand and the setting sun. Imagine just the right amount of chill in the air. Imagine the radio crooning Adele and Keith Urban. Imagine the window half down. Imagine stopping and sitting on the beaches, watching the water. Imagine the wind blowing in your hair. Imagine the cyclists rocketing past you. Imagine doing 90 up the empty roads, chasing remaining sunlight. Imagine dusk creeping up on you as you arrive at the lighthouse. Imagine the peninsula, and blue water all around the rocky beach. Imagine your shoes sinking in the damp sand. Imagine the wind, again. Imagine the quiet, the kind of quiet that makes you remember who you are. Imagine the quiet, the kind of quiet that makes you realize the beauty of silence. Imagine the ending scene of Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. Think about the time that he drove you to the beach in the dead of winter. Imagine apple orchards and vineyards guarding the gathering dark on the drive back. Imagine the Michigan stars. When they tell you that the drive to Mission Point is worth it, believe them.

This is the Mission Point Lighthouse and also part of the state park district. This is a quaint…read morelittle lighthouse, situated at the end of the Old Mission Peninsula. The drive up here is absolutely beautiful and well worth the trip. The lighthouse is on a little hill that overlooks the lake with a couple nice places to sit and enjoy the scenery. The charge is $4 to go up the top, which we declined to do, as the place is tiny and super cramped inside. We did though, walk all the way out to the end of the peninsula. It is a bit of a hike, so wear some good shoes. The walk is worth it though, and there are some cool things to see along the way. It takes about an hour there and back, and make sure to stop and throw a rock on the pile!

I came here for a little help from the SCORE folks - they give advice for small businesses. I…read morecannot say enough nice things about them: they were professional, helpful, friendly, supportive. Amazing. Just amazing. Many thanks to the SCORE program itself, and many thanks to the locals that make it what it is here in Traverse City. If you're a small business owner and need any help, they are there for you.

I had the pleasure of spending a warm sunny evening at the Turtle Creek stadium on Tuesday. i have…read morebeen there before and was surprised to see how sparse the crowd was. I was in a Suite for 12. it was a little cramped and the chairs were not the most comfortable. The Pit Spitters played exceptionally and are obviously well coached. I was disappointed in the food selections. Being in a Suite I had expected more exciting and worthy food options. The server David, was wonderful. The food was not. My burger and waffle fries was cold when they arrive. David took it away and quickly came back with a fresh offering. The burger was warm, the fries were not. For $18.50 I have had far superior food at a lower price. The bun was the cheapest, the ketchup was the cheapest brand as was the mustard. The can of beer was $11.00. outrageous. Maybe now I see why the attendance was low. You need to do better. the team is working hard and doing well. The food choices and production was not.

Great park. Good on field product. Definitely a recommend if in the area. $2 beers and hot dogs…read moredidn't suck