Hey there, I’m Katherine! Like Cindy, I am a former full-time RVer who traveled the country with my partner and our dog in a Class C motorhome. I am also a finder of great deals and an extensive planner and researcher, which led me to stay in some of the best lakeside campgrounds and RV […]
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The best things to do in Michigan in the summer for every type of traveler!
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Hi there! I’m the Locals Know Best podcast host, Cindy. I am a massive fan of outdoor adventure and have spent years exploring all over, including time as a full-time RVer and Appalachian Trail thru-hiker. (I’m also a born and bred Michigander!) Years of adventuring have taught me one fundamental lesson: locals ALWAYS know best.
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Reflecting on a year of full-time RV life. Curious what a year on the road looks like?! This post includes details on all of the places we stayed, the hikes, adventures, and food we most enjoyed, and, of course, also notes all of the things that broke along the way! Also, just know, these are
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Every summer, I get a decent amount of questions about Michigan. The most popular inquiries are always about Mackinac Island and, more specifically, about how to get to Mackinac Island. This is because: ▪️ As a kid, I grew up vacationing there as a “fudgie” (a tourist).▪️ Then, as a college student, I worked and
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Are you looking for a unique way to explore some of the tasting rooms around the Traverse City area? Awesome! Then I have a blog post for you! Hi, I’m Cindy! In this article, I will step by step break down my tried-and-true DIY Northern Michigan bike-n-ride Traverse City tasting tour, which takes place throughout
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