Housed in an historic bank building in downtown Houghton, The Vault is a boutique hotel with world-class amenities. The owners, Jonathan and Jennifer Julien, create a memorable and welcoming experience in a one-of-a-kind hotel in the U.P.
The electrification of the first Mackinac Island ferry is underway, part of a bold initiative to modernize the fleet and other ships serving the region. It's also part of an ambitious plan to bolster the economy of the Straits of Mackinac.
Indiana native trades life in L.A. and the big city for the Keweenaw Peninsula. “I can’t imagine being anywhere else. It’s pretty amazing,” says Ian Repp, who is associate vice president for university and marketing communications at Michigan Technological University in Houghton.
Home to ports, marinas, ferries and all kinds of boats, the Straits of Mackinac are poised to become a center of marine innovation. The Mackinac Economic Alliance is pursuing an ambitious plan to bolster the economy and create more jobs.
Supporters of returning Copper Peak to the world of ski jumping are raising the last of the millions of dollars needed to revamp the iconic structure outside Ironwood.
The U.P. is home to one-of-a-kind festivals and events that truly embrace winter. We highlight five that are uniquely U.P.
The Menominee Welcome Center marks 85 years of serving travelers bound for the Upper Peninsula, offering maps and information on lodging, tourist attractions and state and national parks.
The Marquette Outdoor Venture Innovation Center will serve as an incubator for budding entrepreneurs in the booming outdoor recreation innovation sector.
“This project will ultimately strengthen the county’s competitive position and help build capacity that will generate economic opportunity for the region," says Chris Olson, president of the Chippewa County Economic Development Corporation.
Travel Marquette launches campaign, Respect Marquette, to ensure visitors and locals alike respect the region's many recreational areas.
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