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Spring Break Day Trip Ideas

If you are looking for spring break day trip ideas, then check out the list below.  Here are some fun ideas for things to do in Michigan with your family that are within a few hours of metro Detroit.

Fayette Historic State Park – Perfect Blend of History and Nature

Fayette Historic State Park is a 711-acre state park in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The park offers visitor's a historic townsite, 5 miles of trails & more.
meeting the giraffe at Indian Creek Zoo in Lambertville

Up Close Visit with the Animals at Indian Creek Zoo in Lambertville, Mi

Indian Creek Zoo in Lambertville offers visitors the chance to meet a wide variety of animals. Meet a giraffe, feed a sloth or lemur.

Avalanche Bay – Boyne Mountain

Last weekend we had the opportunity to enjoy a free stay at Boyne Mountain, including a one day pass to the indoor water park, Avalanche Bay.  We received this stay in return for this promotional post.  We are not obliged to give a positive review.  All opinions are my own.  We are traveling all around… Read More »Avalanche Bay – Boyne Mountain
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Zehnder’s Splash Village – a Frankenmuth #Staycation

Zehnder's Splash Village features 178 deluxe rooms. The over 50k square foot waterpark offers lazy rivers, slides, hot tubs, pools and more.

Lakeport State Park – Day Trip Adventure on Lake Huron

Lakeport State Park visitor's guide & photo gallery. A 565-acre park with a beach, picnic tables, grills, volleyball, restrooms & swings.

Farmington Hills Marvin’s Marvelous Mechanical Museum

Marvin’s Marvelous Mechanical Museum is a macabre themed arcade jam-packed with 5,500 square feet of enchanting new and vintage machine oddities.

Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum

The Ann Arbor Hands-on Museum is located at 220 East Ann Street in Ann Arbor Michigan.  Over 250 interactive science and technology exhibits provide opportunities for guests of all ages to explore and learn. Visitors will have fun while sparking creativity and curiosity.

5 of the Lower Peninsula’s Most Beautiful Bike Routes

Whether it’s via car, on foot or by boat, Michigan is ripe with stunning locales to be taken in at our disposal. During the summer, nothing beats seeing the state on two wheels. Did you know that we have access to more than 1,300 miles of biking trails? That’s a lot of land, but we’re up for the challenge. Below,… Read More »5 of the Lower Peninsula’s Most Beautiful Bike Routes

Ford Heritage Park – Playground, Sports and Nature in Ypsilanti Township

Ford Heritage Park in Ypsilanti Township. 106 acre park with baseball/softball complex, soccer fields, paved nature trails, playground and picnic facilities.

Unicorn Feed & Supply Store – Ypsilanti, MI

The Unicorn & Feed Supply Store in Ypsilanti, features all things glitter, stickers, unicorn & mermaid items, PRIDE gifts, fairy gardens, & more.
ann arbor Leslie Science and Nature Center

Leslie Science and Nature Center in Ann Arbor

Leslie Science and Nature Center in Ann Arbor offers visitors 50 acres to explore. Visitors can explore the nature trails as well as the raptor enclosures and critter house. They also offer a wide variety of outreach programs for all ages.

New: Impression 5 Science Center Photos & Visitor’s Guide {Lansing}

If you are looking for a great way to spend the day with plenty of hands on fun, then check out Impression 5 Science Center in Lansing. The facility offers not only hands-on exhibits, but also traveling exhibits and the First Impression Room.
Michigan Indoor Waterpar

20+ Michigan Indoor Waterparks, Metro Detroit Waterparks & Beyond

It’s the middle of winter and you would love to get out of the house, maybe on a mini staycation.  If you are looking for a great Michigan indoor waterparks then you have found the right place. We have listed over twenty places to chase away the winter blues and consequently make it feel like summer… Read More »20+ Michigan Indoor Waterparks, Metro Detroit Waterparks & Beyond

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan – Ultimate Indoor Playground

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan is an indoor LEGO® attraction where kids can spend hours creating, learning, playing and having fun.

Kitch-iti-kipi Springs – An Upper Peninsula Adventure Must See

Over 10,000 gallons a minute rise from the fissures in the limestone floor of Kitch-iti-kipi. Amazing Michigan upper peninsula natural attraction.

Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation: History, Science, Math

Visitor's information, directions, review, tips, and images of the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn

Huckleberry Railroad/Crossroads Village

Guest Blogger: Angela Miller Huckleberry Railroad/Crossroads Village is an absolutely delightful family day out. Here you have the opportunity to take your kids on a scenic train ride, and tour the history of Genesee through century old homes, church, a bank, a barber shop, a Mill, schoolhouse, and more. You can top the day off… Read More »Huckleberry Railroad/Crossroads Village

Great Wolf Lodge – Traverse City

We just got back from an amazing staycation getaway from Great Wolf Lodge in Traverse City.  Great Wolf Lodge gave us Pup & Paw Passes for our girls and a $50 dining credit in exchange for including those parts of our vacation in our post.  We paid for our hotel room. Our articles about Great… Read More »Great Wolf Lodge – Traverse City

Midland Canopy Walk at Whiting Forest

The Whiting Forest is home to the country's longest canopy walk. The ADA Accessible (and stroller friendly) pathway stretches over 1,400 linear feet and reaches a height of forty feet. Also hosts a playground, cafe, creek & trails, and 54 acres of forest.
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Day Trip: Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids

Located within minutes of downtown Grand Rapids, the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is a one of a kind experience.
Kidopolis in Ann Arbor

Kidopolis in Ann Arbor – Indoor Playground

Kidopolis in Ann Arbor is a dramatic play-based indoor playground focuses on the power of imagination with eight themed play rooms to explore.
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Michigan Indoor Waterpar

20+ Michigan Indoor Waterparks, Metro Detroit Waterparks & Beyond

It’s the middle of winter and you would love to get out of the house, maybe on a mini staycation.  If you are looking for a great Michigan indoor waterparks then you have found the right place. We have listed over twenty places to chase away the winter blues and consequently make it feel like summer again. Metro Detroit Indoor Waterparks…