Things to do / Travel Guide
Because northern Michigan is largely comprised of smaller towns and rural villages, prices are generally lower than in tourist destinations in other parts of the country.
In most areas good meals can be attained at moderate prices; and simple, clean, and reasonably priced lodging options are also not difficult to come by. Visitors should be aware, however, that Michigan lodgings charge a “use tax” and many counties tack on an additional “room tax,” together increasing prices about 10%. Though not the highest in the nation, Michigan also has a steep sales tax on all goods excluding food items.
Gas prices in the Midwest, northern Michigan included, are generally lower than those of the rest of the country. To buy gas in the Upper Peninsula will cost you slightly more than it will in the northern Lower Peninsula.
Cruises and organized boating tours are among the most expensive activities in northern Michigan. Furthermore, prices on sparsely populated islands such as Mackinac Island are generally higher then their mainland counterparts.
Free activities and events are available for travelers who know where to find them. Admission to the Chippewa Nature Center in Midland is free. Several of the Michigan wineries, including the Chateaux Chantal winery on the Old Mission Peninsula, offer a variety of free wine-tasting tours. Many of the yearly festivals and events feature free activities for children as well as adults.
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