Tulip Time!

It's here! The long anticipated month of May has finally arrived and what better way to celebrate spring then at the  Tulip Time Festival in Holland, Mi!

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Yes, it sounds a bit quirky, but it well worth the visit. The Tulip Time festival is a week long celebration of spring and the Dutch culture  which takes place every year in Holland during the first or second week of May. This year the festivities take place May 7th-14th when the tulips are in full bloom.
 During this week long festival there is an abundance of events, culture, sightseeing , and fine foods to be had. Events include traditional Dutch dancing (in handmade wooden shoes!), parades, a festival, live music, an arts and crafts show, and much more !

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For a full list of all the events be sure to check out: http://www.tuliptime.com/daily-events/

Hello friends! It's spring time in Michigan! We all wondered if the warmer weather would ever come and someday we still have our doubts, but as far as the weather man can predict it is here to stay.

Photo credit:Weather Coffee Shop

Now that the birds are stretching their vocal cords and  the flowers muster up the courage to blossom, you might be getting a little stir crazy! I mean, after all, you have been cooped up all winter long. So what to do? Explore, that's what! And where better than the great Mitten state? To make things easier Pure Michigan has even put together a list of some of the most popular destinations in Michigan: Popular Hot Spots in Michigan. Our favorites are Traverse City and Ludington.:)

Be sure to check it out and comment with your favorite location and your experience there. We might even feature you in one of our future posts!