weekend getaway

Experience Mackinac Island’s tasty treats, vibrant small town, and biking roads. Nestled between the Upper and Lower Peninsulas of Michigan, Mackinac (pronounced MACK-i-naw) Island lies untouched by recent decades. Victorian-era houses line the downtown streets, and the only highway around the island is teeming with tourists on bicycles. More than a dozen fudge shops inhabit the island, which make for good stops after exploring caves and old army forts. This quaint island, measuring only 3.8 square miles, is a popular summer getaway and an unforgettable weekend destination.

Imagine a forest surrounded by blankets of monarch butterflies so thick that their orange hues obscure the horizon, foliage, and trees. The butterflies flutter around you, and some willingly land on your shoulders. The monarchs’ winter refuge in Mexico is not easily accessible to tourists, but it is well worth the travel.

It’s been a long day shredding powder on Park City’s world-famous ski slopes, and you’re exhausted from just one too many runs. You take off your skis and waddle gracefully back into your hotel, trying not to wince from sore hamstrings and triceps. You’re too exhausted to think of anything but relaxing—and you’re in luck. In addition to its renowned indie film screenings and star-studded parties, Park City is the perfect place for a winter recharge full of high-end spa treatments, massages, yoga, and healthy eating. Next time you need a vacation from your vacation, consider any of the following options to help you return home feeling rejuvenated.