5 Last minute beach vacations you can take without leaving Michigan
Itโs already August and for many families that means summer is winding down as we stare down the start of school in just four to five weeks. That may have you thinking about a last-minute vacation, but where should you go? There are plenty of places to explore in Michigan that you may have never been to. We spoke to Jill Halpin, the Founder of the My Michigan Beach website, to get her advice on where to go in Michigan.
Have you heard of Windsor-style pizza? Itโs a thing!
Detroit is known worldwide for its pizza, but did you know that our neighbors across the Detroit River have a pizza style all their own? Host Tati Amare crossed the bridge and visited our neighbors over in Windsor to learn more about their pizza.
3 reasons to make Canadaโs wine country your next getaway
Looking for a great vacation with all kinds of new experiences, like perhaps visiting a winery? Throw in some live entertainment and great restaurants and you have yourself a fun getaway. Well, you might not need to travel as far as you think.
5 ways to have fun at the water park without getting wet
When the weather gets hot, there is no better place to be than a waterpark, but sometimes you just donโt feel like getting wet, or you want a break from splashing around. Well at Kalahari Resorts in Sandusky, they have loads of stuff to entertain the whole family, even if you want to stay on dry land.
Hereโs what you should consider when shopping for an RV
With summer coming up, we are rolling into road trip season, and one way to hit the road in both comfort and style is in an RV. But what should you look for when shopping for a camper? We spoke to Matt Kosmowski, one of the experts at General RV, to get his advice.
9 vital questions to ask before embarking on a volunteer vacation
Volunteer vacations are popular with gap-year students, retired seniors, and millions of people in between. Perhaps youโre just starting to travel again, for the first time in a long time, considering the pandemic, and youโre thinking about a volunteer vacation.
Does Labor Day mark the end of vacation season?
Donโt look now, but August is almost over, September arrives this Wednesday, and Labor Day is this weekend. Are you just as excited for Labor Day as you were for Memorial Day? Or does Labor mark the end of the summer and vacation season for you? Thatโs what weโre discussing on today on Whatโs the Buzz.
5 convincing reasons why you should visit Colorado for your next trip
There seems to be a buzz in the air -- on social media and in person, more and more people are chatting about the places theyโll go, now that the COVID-19 vaccine is readily available and the world of travel is reopening to the masses.
Are you planning your own โrevenge travelโ plans?
You may not be the only one dreaming up your next big vacation after COVID. Industry insiders say there will be a huge boom in spending for vacations, in a trend they call โrevenge travel.โ Tati called on friends of the show Lauren Crocker, Jason Hall, and AJ Williams to find out what their next big travel plans will be.
Parents: If you had a weeklong vacation all to yourself, how would you spend it?
But for others -- namely parents who have had to juggle their remote work and their childrenโs remote schooling and general care -- the circumstances are less than ideal. In some states, parents were willing to pay upward of $2,000 for time alone. AdWe want to hear from you: If you were able to secure a weeklong vacation for yourself, away from your family, where would you go? Whether youโre new to parenting or a seasoned vet, we recently launched our Kidding Around Newsletter to share with you parenting topics that you care most about. Check out, and maybe sign up for, our newest Newsletters right here.
Michigan parents working from home willing to pay hundreds for week away from family, survey says
So when realty service website ISoldMyHouse.com asked American parents what they would hypothetically pay for one week of rest and relaxation away from their family, Michiganโs average response was in the hundreds: $592, to be exact. On average, parents across the U.S. said they would be willing to pay $873 for a week away from their children and significant other. AdIn states like New Hampshire, Nevada and North Dakota, surveyed parents were willing to pay more than $1,000 to get away. Parents in West Virginia were willing to pay the most for a week of alone time, with the stateโs responses averaging $2,448. We wonโt be emailing you every week; youโll only hear from us when thereโs something to say.
University of Michigan awards staff three extra paid days off around holidays
ANN ARBOR โ University of Michigan faculty and staff have something more to smile about this week. In an email to eligible faculty and staff on Wednesday, provost Susan Collins, chief financial officer Kevin Hegarty and associate vice president for human resources Richard Holcomb announced an additional three paid vacation days around the holidays. โThis additional paid time off is one small way to recognize and express gratitude to our faculty and staff.โThe additional days off are Nov. 25 and Dec. 23-24. Regular faculty and staff eligible for season days on the Ann Arbor, Dearborn and Flint campuses will receive the additional time off. University Human Resources will work with unions to see if there are applicable season days that can be used for these bargaining units.
Airbnb requires hosts to commit to enhanced cleaning
Airbnb said Thursday it will require hosts to comply with enhanced cleaning procedures as part of its effort to reassure guests and local officials during the coronavirus pandemic. Hosts in China are exempt because have their own local cleaning program, the company said. Airbnb is no longer requiring hosts to leave their rentals vacant for at least 24 hours between guests, as it did in April. San Francisco-based Airbnb said nearly 1.5 million listings have signed on to the enhanced cleaning standards since they were introduced in June. The company has also been removing party houses from its platform after a shooting last year at an unauthorized Halloween party in California.
Travel agent takes research trip to Disney World amid coronavirus pandemic
Disney World has made major changes to make sure guests have a safe and enjoyable experience when they visit the parks. Nina Fabinksi, a travel agent with TMC Travel, books a lot of Disney vacations. I did not want to send someone in a situation that I didnโt 100% support and experience myself,โ Fabinski said. Fabinskiโs family traveled to Disney World in August and checked out all the parks during their stay: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom as well as Disney Springs. There is no parade, no fireworks and limited character breakfasts but Fabinski says Disney World is still delivering on the magic families expect.
What Delta Airlines is doing to make passengers feel safe while flying during pandemic
DETROIT Delta Airlines is working to make sure passengers feel safe while flying during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. From spraying to seating arrangements, Delta is taking steps to make flights as germ-free as possible. READ: Delta to maintain social distancing while many other airlines end COVID-19 safety measuresNew filters are in place, which work to keep the air quality clean. Delta is continuing to keep middle seats open in an attempt to separate passengers as much as possible. Many airlines are filling planes now, while Delta keeps capacity at 60% with middle seats open.
Have summertime fun at Mission Point Resort in Mackinac Island
This resort is perfect for a summertime getaway You dont have to go very far to take off on a beautiful summer vacation. Kila Peeples visited our sponsor, The award-winning Mission Point Resort on Mackinac Island, and see why its the perfect destination for a Michigan summer vacation. Only a few hours away, taking off Mackinac Island is one of the best trips you can take in Michigan. Once on the island, you take a horse and buggy ride to Mission Point Resort. Watch the video above to see all of the fun things you can do at Mission Point Resort on Mackinac Island.
Dont forget sunscreen next time you go outside!
Dr. Thomas also said that everyone should be wearing sunscreen regardless of skin tone. Most people wear sunscreen to prevent skin cancer but people of color should be wearing it to reduce wrinkles, skin texture changes, and discoloration. For children, Dr. Thomas suggests that if they are under 6 months then you should not apply sunscreen, just cover them up. When your child is 6 months they can start wearing sunscreen on the exposed areas only. The highest a childs sunscreen SPF should be is SPF 30.
No matter what youโre into, youโre bound to love one of these 7 vacation ideas for spring break
Spring break is a great time to cut loose and celebrate the end of winter. Thereโs a reason why destinations such as Mexico and Fort Lauderdale are so popular for spring break. If youโre going to a popular spring break destination, make your travel arrangements now, as accommodations might sell out. If you're looking to do something really different for your spring break, why not escape spring altogether with a trip to the Southern Hemisphere? From lounging on the beach to skiing to volunteering, these seven spring break ideas offer fun for people of all ages.