“In 1872 the United States Congress created at Yellowstone in Wyoming the world's first national park. Three years later Mackinac Island, Michigan, became the site of the second.  For centuries, visitors have enjoyed this national treasure that’s home to historic Fort Mackinac, world-famous Mackinac Island fudge and car-free streets full of horse-drawn carriages. This ideal vacation spot is a paradise of exploration with incredible natural landmarks, awe-inspiring sunrises and unforgettable sunsets. There’s unique shopping, diverse dining and extraordinary nightlife too.  No wonder Travel + Leisure ranked Mackinac Island the Best Island in the Continental U.S. and USA Today has named Mackinac Island the Best Summer Travel Destination for two years in a row!  Start planning your Mackinac Island adventure and come experience the Jewel of the Great Lakes yourself!
 
Tim Hygh is the Executive Director of Mackinac Island Tourism and works throughout the year to help the world to understand the beauty of Michigan's greatest treasure Mackinac Island.  In this edition of Michigan Corners, Vic Verchereau hears all about the new and the historic going on across the island.

Start making plans, an island adventure awaits you!

There is so much to discover in this edition of Michigan Corners with Vic Verchereau.