Carefree Travel Guide 2026

Third Coast Hideaway (TCH) Third Coast Hideaway is a stylish five-bedroom Douglas retreat for 12, featuring curated comforts, a dream porch, and stocked kitchen. Walk to shops, dining, and waterfront fun, with easy access to beaches, dunes, and lakeside adventures. 201 Heirloom Ln, Douglas, MI 49406 ThirdCoastHideaway.com 269.264.8750

St. Joseph Area [continued] Purely Michigan PurelyMI.com Sarett Nature Center Sarett.org Silver Beach Carousel SilverBeachCarousel.com Silver Harbor Brewing Company SilverHarborBrewing.com Visit Southwest Michigan

Stevensville See St. Joseph Area, p49 Three Oaks See Harbor Country Area, p47 Three Rivers Three Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce TRChamber.com Union Pier See Harbor Country Area, p47 Wayland See Gun Lake Area, p46

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The Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College TheMendelCenter.com Vineyard 2121 Vineyard2121.com

THE ACTION OF THE STRIP, WITHOUT THE TRIP.

For Vegas-sized thrills close to home, FireKeepers Casino Hotel is your winning destination. The latest games. Sizzling restaurants. A blazing sportsbook. Plus, play and wager anytime at our online casino and sportsbook. Proudly owned and operated by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi, leaders in the gaming and hospitality industries, FireKeepers is the top pick of our guests and team members. So why not make it your top pick, too? Book your next getaway today! TOP 10 CASINO OUTSIDE LAS VEGAS – USA TODAY

FireKeepersCasino.com | I-94 Exit 104 | 11177 Michigan Avenue |

Must be 21 or older. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.

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