Things To Do
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Fantastic view, wonderful spot for picnic, hiking, and swimming
Northport
Rory's hometown - walkable, with cute shops, restaurants, and a picturesque marina. Stop by Barb's bakery for doughnuts and coffee, or grab a beer at The Mitten. Visit the Farmer's Market on Friday morning, or see free live music in the park on Friday evening.
Christmas Cove
One of Rory's favorite places. Located at the end of Christmas Cove Road in Northport.
National Cherry Festival
The National Cherry Festival starts on June 29th in Traverse City. Go to this website to check out the full schedule of events, including an air show, parades, and a midway: https://www.cherryfestival.org/
Historic Fishtown
Fishtown is a fishing district located in Leland. Fishing shanties have been preserved and feature a variety of shops. Eat a sandwich from the Village Cheese Shanty (locally called "cheese shop") while watching the fishing tugs float by.
Explore Traverse City
Explore Traverse City and the surrounding area. This site offers some ideas: https://www.traversecity.com/plan/trip-ideas-and-itineraries/