Since 1981, Traverse, Nothern Michigan's Magazine celebrates the best of life Up North through award-winning photography and editorial. Every month, you'll get insider travel tips, regional history, armchair adventure and pristine landscapes. With Traverse Magazine you'll stay in touch with life Up North all year long-wherever you are.

Traverse, Northern Michigan’s Magazine • A MyNorth Media Publication

Home for the Holidays

The Magic of Shopping Small • When Becky Lancaster purchased the iconic stone building that’s home to Stoney Cabin Toys in 2016, she planned to renovate and preserve the charm of the Elk Rapids shop. What she didn’t plan was the joy she’d find in being a small-town toy retailer.

U-Cut Christmas Trees • Few traditions bring as much joy as putting up a Christmas tree. Take it one step further in Northern Michigan and walk the woods at these U-Cut farms to find your holiday spirit.

A THRIVING REGION

December

GIVE THE GIFT OF AN UP NORTH GETAWAY • Experience Northern Michigan’s snowy season and surprise your loved one with a stay at one of these hotels and lodges with warm-you-to-your-toes amenities.

Gangsters Up North

LACE UP! • Tighten your ice skates, breathe in the crisp air and glide across a frozen rink. Then pile into a cozy igloo for a cold one with your closest pals.

OUTDOOR ICE RINKS

Dashing through the Snow • MEET THE FOLKS AND THE HORSES THAT TURN A WINTER’S DAY INTO AN UNFOERGETTABLE MEMORY.

LUSCIOUS. LOCAL. HANDMADE CHOCOLATES. • INDULGE IN THE SWEET CREATIONS OF FIVE NORTHERN MICHIGAN CHOCOLATIERS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON.

hike to frozen waterfalls • A MAGNIFICENT WINTER ADVENTURE IN THE U.P.

A Twist on a Classic • Rounds Restaurant offers a timeless take on a sweet breakfast staple.

Breakfast Bliss • Warm up with these cinnamon rolls from bakeries across the North!

RESTAURANT GUIDE

O’ FROSTY!

HOT CHOCOLATE (THE LOCAL WAY) • Warm up this winter with a mug of luscious, locally crafted drinking chocolate.

The Keepers of Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail • Thanks to a crew of dedicated volunteers, you can ski, snowshoe or bike the scenic Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail all winter long.

downsized space, heightened style • AN INTERIOR DESIGNER REINVENTS THE IDEA OF HOME FOR HIS DREAM CLIENTS.

the architecture of view • A YOUNG DESIGNER OFFERS A LESSON IN MAKING THE VIEW CENTER STAGE IN A HOME OVERLOOKING GLEN LAKE.

A Night Out, At Home

NORTHERN MOOD Storybook Style

not your grandfather’s home cocktail bar • Time was, there was a cabinet in the den with a few bottles of spirits in it and, if the living was really good, a jar of maraschino cherries … My how things have changed! Check out these inspired ideas to outfit your own in-house party spot.