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Here’s how we spent a long weekend in Petoskey, Mi

Here’s how we spent a long weekend in Petoskey, Michigan

Before reading further, make sure to save this itinerary so you have it for your future trip!

We visited Petoskey during peak fall season and it was absolutely incredible! The colors were stunning and it ended up being the perfect fall getaway for our family.

Thursday Evening
- arrive at your hotel/airbnb

Friday
- start the day with breakfast in Harbor Springs at Small Batch at the Cupola (@smallbatchatthecupola). Then wander the towns’ shops before heading over to Petoskey State Park for some short fall hikes.
- Grab lunch in Petoskey at Beard’s Brewery (@beardsbrewery)
- Spend the afternoon wandering the many adorable shops, visiting Bay Front Park, or walking the scenic trail by the river.
- Have dinner at Chandlers

Saturday
- today you are taking a road trip, so start early!
- Breakfast is at Maple + Batter (@mapleandbatter) in Bay Harbor
- Then you are going to continue driving west on 31 until you reach the town of Charlevoix where you can wander the shops, grab coffee at Blondies Coffee, and walk along the lake.
- Now head south on 66 until you reach Castle Farms (@castlefarms.weddings). Here you can take a tour of the castle and gardens or even have a glass of wine at 1918 Cellars
- Next continue on to the Sky Bridge, where you can walk across the world’s largest timber-towered suspension bridge and grab food that Eagles Nest for more panoramic views.
- On your way back to Petoskey, stop at Boyne Valley Vineyards (@boynevalleyvineyards) for a cozy wine tasting by the fire.

Sunday
- head home (or continue your Michigan adventure on Mackinac Island only 55 min away!)

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Hi there! We’re Marissa and Josh, a travel couple (now with a toddler in tow) from Indianapolis that shares destination guides, dreamy hotels, and authentic experiences to help inspire you to get out and see the world

Traveling with kids isn’t just about the memories,

Traveling with kids isn’t just about the memories, it actually benefits their development.

Here’s what science says:
• New environments boost their brain development.
• Shared experiences strengthen emotional security.
• They build adaptability and resilience with every new place.
• Exposure to new faces + sounds boosts social + language growth.
• And even if they don’t remember every detail, the positive emotions stay with them.

So yes, it takes more planning. But the benefits? Completely worth it!

Send this reminder to someone who loves to travel!
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Hi there! We’re Marissa and Josh, a travel couple (now with a toddler in tow) from Indianapolis that shares destination guides, dreamy hotels, and authentic experiences to help inspire you to get out and see the world

Traveling with kids isn’t just about the memories,

Traveling with kids isn’t just about the memories, it actually benefits their development.

Here’s what science says:
• New environments help brain development.
• Shared experiences strengthen emotional security.
• They build adaptability and resilience with every new place.
• Exposure to new faces + sounds boosts social + language growth.
• And even if they don’t remember every detail, the positive emotions stay with them.

So yes, it takes more planning. But the benefits? Completely worth it!

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Hi there! We’re Marissa and Josh, a travel couple (now with a toddler in tow) from Indianapolis that shares destination guides, dreamy hotels, and authentic experiences to help inspire you to get out and see the world

A holiday date night in Carmel, Indiana We love l

A holiday date night in Carmel, Indiana

We love living on the north side of Indianapolis because there are so many amazing restaurants and fun events, especially during the holidays!

Here are two of our favorite ways to get into the holiday spirit in Carmel that can easily be combined into one festive date night.

Carmel Christkindlmarkt - voted the Best Holiday Market by USA Today 4 times and is in the running to win again this year! It’s the perfect spot to wander around the many vendors looking at the incredible handcrafted goods and deciding what to eat (between the waffles, wurst, glüwein, kebabs, etc it’s so hard to choose!). It’s definitely an experience worth traveling for and it’s only gotten bigger and better since we last visited 6 years ago.

3UP Rooftop - @3uprooftoplounge is in their Winter Wonderland era and you need to experience it for yourself! The entire place is decked out, even the outdoor patio which is somehow perfectly heated despite being completely open. It’s the perfect spot to end the night with a festive cocktail and some delicious food by the fire.
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Hi there! We’re Marissa and Josh, a travel couple (now with a toddler in tow) from Indianapolis that shares destination guides, dreamy hotels, and authentic experiences to help inspire you to get out and see the world

Who are you bringing with you on a cozy getaway to

Who are you bringing with you on a cozy getaway to The Townie Cottages in Union Pier, Michigan? | hosted stay

The @thetowniecottages was the perfect fall getaway for our family. Not only did we get to enjoy all the incredible amenities of the property (like the hot tub and fully stocked kitchen) but we loved how close it was to all the amazing things SW Michigan has to offer, like farm-to-table restaurants, wineries, and adorable beach towns.
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Hi there! We’re Marissa and Josh, a travel couple (now with a toddler in tow) from Indianapolis that shares destination guides, dreamy hotels, and authentic experiences to help inspire you to get out and see the world

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