{"id":56,"date":"2008-05-19T14:46:57","date_gmt":"2008-05-19T18:46:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?page_id=56"},"modified":"2024-09-03T17:21:51","modified_gmt":"2024-09-03T21:21:51","slug":"traverse-city-news-and-specials","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome To Traverse City!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"float: right; margin-left: 20px; width: 280px;\"><center><a href=\"http:\/\/www.seetraversecity.com\/photo-albums\/\"><img src=\"http:\/\/www.seetraversecity.com\/wp-content\/1505traversephotoalbum.jpg\" alt=\"Traverse City Photo Albums\" width=\"280\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" \/><br \/><strong>Traverse City Photo Albums<\/strong><\/a><\/center><\/div>\n<p>One Great Lake. Two Grand Bays. And some of the most beautiful inland lakes in the world. That\u2019s the bounty of water that has drawn people Traverse City area since time immemorial.<\/p>\n<p>We hope to bring you all of the best of the Traverse City Area and Northern Michigan. The best beaches, the best shoreline vistas &#8211; Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore has a few &#8211; the best golf courses and resorts, the best of the wineries on the Old Mission and Leelanau Peninsulas, the best places to stay and the best places to eat. Check back often for to keep up with all that is happening in the Traverse City area &#8211; all year long &#8211; spring, summer, fall and winter.<\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; margin-top: 20px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Traverse City Featured Photo Albums<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n<p><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=1081\">Cherry Tree Inn & Suites \u2013 Photos<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/a><BR>JUST A REMINDER: It\u2019s the first week of August and there is still plenty of summer left to take your Traverse City \u201cbeach vacation\u201d. To help you find your place in the sun, here are some of our favorite photos of Cherry Tree Inn & Suites, located on the shores of East Grand Traverse Bay.\nCherry [...]<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=1081\"> more...<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=1811\">Pointes North Beachfront Resort Hotel \u2013 Photos<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/a><BR>Pointes North Beachfront Resort Hotel is located on the shores of East Grand Traverse Bay.  You\u2019ll find no better place to relax and unwind in any season. All of our spacious rooms feature accommodations with two person JACUZZI\u00ae spas, a private balcony or patio and breathtaking panoramic views of the beach and East Grand [...]<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=1811\"> more...<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=1082\">Bayshore Resort \u2013 Photos<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/a><BR>Now is the time for a Traverse City beach vacation. Our latest photo album features Bayshore Resort, located directly on West Grand Traverse Bay within walking distance of downtown Traverse City. If you enjoy the sun and sand and water, the beach at Bayshore Resort is one of the nicest in Northern Michigan.\nBayshore Resort \u2013 [...]<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=1082\"> more...<\/a><\/p><\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; margin-top: 20px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Traverse City News And Special Events<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"float: right; margin-left: 20px; width: 250px;\">\n<center><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=282\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.crystalmountain.com\/images\/small\/uploaded\/Events%20-%20Bike%20Races\/Side%20by%20Side.jpg\" alt=\"Crystal Mountain \u2013 Peak2Peak Mountain Bike Classic\" width=\"250\" border=\"0\" vspace=\"3\" \/><br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Crystal Mountain \u2013 Peak2Peak Mountain Bike Classic \u2013 October 19, 2024<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/center>\n<\/div>\n<p><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=362\">Empire Asparagus Festival \u2013 June 7, 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/a><BR>[ June 7, 2025; ] \r\nReady for all things Asparagus!?\r\nSAVE THE DATE:\r\nSaturday, June 7, 2025\r\nWe are back for another amazing asparagus filled day! Lots of incredible local asparagus eats, great music, and fun activities to come! Including the Kick-Yer Assparagus 5k Fun Run\/Walk! Link below to sign up!\r\n\r\nSign up for the 5k HERE!\r\n\r\nStart planning your asparagus recipe entries. Download your [...]<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=362\"> more...<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=368\">Leland Wine and Food Festival \u2013 June 14, 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/a><BR>[ June 14, 2025; ] \r\nA Celebration of Flavor in Leland Harbor!\r\nJoin us for the highly anticipated 2025 Leland Wine & Food Festival, returning to the breathtaking Leland Harbor! Indulge in Northern Michigan\u2019s finest wines, craft beers, and gourmet foods while enjoying the stunning waterfront views. With our \u2018Come & Go\u2019 re-entry wristbands, you can explore Leland\u2019s pristine beaches, charming [...]<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=368\"> more...<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=382\">National Cherry Festival \u2013 June 28 \u2013 July 5, 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/a><BR>[ June 28, 2025 to July 5, 2025. ] June 28 - July 5, 2025 in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan!\r\n\r\nThe Grand Traverse region, known for its world-record tart cherry harvest, bursts with visitors eager to savor the flavor of cherries tucked into everything imaginable. Each day Festival goers find cherry delights along with parades, family and kids events and entertainment. In all, there are [...]<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=382\"> more...<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=1817\">Ironman 70.3 \u2013 Frankfort, Michigan \u2013 September 15, 2024<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/a><BR>[ September 15, 2024; ] \r\nOn the shores of Lake Michigan and under the radar of most athletes, stands IRONMAN 70.3 unlike any other.\r\n\r\nKnown for its spectacular sunsets, unbelievable views from the pier and charming life on Main Street, Frankfort is an uncharted resort town that offers a perfect beach getaway for visitors of all ages. Race hard so you [...]<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=1817\"> more...<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=1829\">Crystal Mountain \u2013 Betsie Valley Trail Run  \u2013 September 22, 2024<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/a><BR>[ September 22, 2024; ] \r\n\r\nWelcome the start of fall with the new Betsie Valley Trail Half Marathon, 10k, 5k or 1-Mile Fun Run. The courses are out-and-back on the Betsie Valley Trail starting in Thompsonville at the Webber Sports Complex. The 1-Mile Fun Run is held on the ballfield. \r\n\r\nThe Betsie Valley Trail offers an excellent flat aggregate trail [...]<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=1829\"> more...<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=1084\">Leelanau UnCaged \u2013 September 27, 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/a><BR>[ September 27, 2025; ] \r\n\r\nLeelanau UnCaged is a place for the community to gather and enjoy inspiring music and dance performances in one day on the streets of Northport.\r\n\r\n * 4 performance areas, 40+ acts\r\n\r\n * Kids\u2019 UnCaged art activities\r\n\r\n * Artisan, Food & Nonprofit Vendors\r\n\r\n * Water Blessing\r\n\r\n * Restaurants and Shops\r\n\r\n * Marina availability\r\n\r\n * Shuttle Service [...]<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=1084\"> more...<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=282\">Crystal Mountain \u2013 19th Annual Peak2Peak Mountain Bike Classic \u2013 October 18, 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/a><BR>[ October 18, 2025; ] \r\n\r\nThe 19th Annual Peak2Peak Mountain Bike Classic is held in and around the beautiful, gently rolling terrain surrounding Crystal Mountain.\r\n\r\nThe race starts and finishes near the base of the front-side slopes.\r\n\r\nRiders journey through hardwood and pine forests along rambling two-tracks and flowing single-track on a course that is fast and challenging, but not so difficult [...]<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=282\"> more...<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=410\">Manitou Passage Golf Club \u2013 A Northern Michigan Adventure<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/a><BR>By Jim Barnes\nIt may seem unthinkable, even sacrilegious, to make any changes to a course designed by the great Arnold Palmer. Originally opened in 1998 as King\u2019s Challenge, the course languished a bit when Sugar Loaf Mountain Ski Resort closed (the course is built alongside the ski hill), so it needed some rejuvenating and updating. [...]<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tcblogger.com\/?p=410\"> more...<\/a><\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Traverse City Photo Albums\nOne Great Lake. Two Grand Bays. And some of the most beautiful inland lakes in the world. That\u2019s the bounty of water that has drawn people Traverse City area since time immemorial.\nWe hope to bring you all of the best of the Traverse City Area and Northern Michigan. 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