Jessica Daly named Director of Sales by 6PM Hospitality

Jessica Daly has been named Director of Sales by 6PM Hospitality. In this role, Daly will work to increase area business accounts for guest...
skyline view of Grand Rapids

Pure Michigan to scale back national ad campaign next year after $15M funding loss

The state tourism office plans to cancel much of its national Pure Michigan advertising next year to account for a budget that’s about $15...
Holland vacation home

Michigan vacation homes market gearing up for another hot summer

For those wanting to buy a second home in Michigan’s top vacation counties this spring and summer, real estate agents report the pickings will...
All In Pickleball Gym

First dedicated indoor pickleball facility in Grand Rapids area set to open

The Grand Rapids area has more pickleball players than its courts can accommodate. A group of partners is hoping to alleviate that problem with...
Mackinac Island

Workforce housing, staffing, inflation among top challenges for Michigan tourism industry

The ongoing labor shortage, lack of affordable housing for workers and the challenges surrounding short-term rentals are among the top concerns of state tourism...
Schuler’s restaurant

Schuler’s nears opening of boutique hotel above historic restaurant in Marshall

Rooms above the historic Schuler's Restaurant in downtown Marshall that served as storage space for the past 50 years have been converted to lodging...
DeVos Place in Grand Rapids.

Michigan’s meeting facilities adapt post-pandemic amid slow return of corporate events

Corporations and associations might not yet be hosting in-person events at the scale they once did, but the state’s top meeting and convention venues...
Grand Rapids officials plan to move various city services to clear land for an amphitheater.

Grand Rapids advances relocation plan to clear path for downtown amphitheater

GRAND RAPIDS — City officials have approved a $2.2 million contract with the architect designing a new public services facility, which will help to...

Ford Airport opens submissions for local muralists

Gerald R. Ford International Airport has opened proposal submissions from West Michigan artists to be considered for its series of art installations in Concourse A. 

Airport welcomes newest tech innovations for FLITE funding

Gerald R. Ford International Airport is piloting new products and services that will revolutionize local and national travel. 

Ford Airport adds bookstore and wine bar

A regional airport is opening a popular travel store which will introduce passengers to Michigan’s wines. 

West Michigan tourism braces for ‘bleisure’ travelers

As pandemic recedes, remote workers are engaging in more ‘hush’ trips.

Grand Rapids airport looks to add capacity with $110M concourse expansion

One of the fastest-growing airports in the U.S. is expanding to catch up with passenger demand and prepare for projected growth over the next 20 years.

USDA grant will help promote Cadillac as off-roading destination

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is helping an area destination establish itself as a premier off-road vehicle destination.

Michigan outdoor economy continues to grow

An incredible aspect of Michigan life is the plethora of outdoor activities available year-round, and as it turns out, that contributes plenty to the state’s economy.

Grand Rapids hotels beat pre-pandemic revenues in 2022 tourism season

GRAND RAPIDS — Hotels in Kent County blew past their 2019 summer revenue levels by almost $15 million during 2022's peak tourism season.

Restaurant Week celebrates local culinary scene

One of the best opportunities to try Grand Rapids restaurants kicks off this week.

Listening Room gets new name

A downtown Grand Rapids music venue has a new name to represent its expanding offerings.

Airline kicks off nonstop Florida routes from Kalamazoo

A new airline is debuting in West Michigan this week.

Ford Airport opens new operations center

Gerald R. Ford International Airport completed its new operations center.