https://www.wcmu.org/tags/tourism Tourism en-US Copyright Thu, 06 Nov 2025 21:00:00 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-11-06/new-book-shows-how-mackinac-island-became-tourism-gem A new book by a retired Central Michigan University history professor explores how Mackinac Island and the surrounding Straits region became a hub for travelers from across the country. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 21:00:00 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-11-06/new-book-shows-how-mackinac-island-became-tourism-gem Isabella Figueroa Nogueira, Capital News Service https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-09-25/michigan-sees-fewer-canadian-visitors-this-year-bridge-traffic-in-decline So far this year, the United States has seen a large drop in Canadian visitors, and Michigan is no exception to the national trend. Thu, 25 Sep 2025 21:40:00 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-09-25/michigan-sees-fewer-canadian-visitors-this-year-bridge-traffic-in-decline Clara Lincolnhol https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-07-25/michigan-hotel-taxes-fund-tourism-promotion-should-they-also-fund-services Across northern Michigan, hotel taxes generated almost $30 million for area convention and visitors bureaus. Some in Traverse City say the money should go to the county. Fri, 25 Jul 2025 23:33:37 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-07-25/michigan-hotel-taxes-fund-tourism-promotion-should-they-also-fund-services Claire Keenan-Kurgan https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-07-25/northern-michigan-village-becomes-states-first-bird-city To help celebrate the new designation, the village of Roscommon commissioned the construction of a Kirtland's Warbler statue in hopes of attracting more birders to the area. Fri, 25 Jul 2025 15:34:43 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-07-25/northern-michigan-village-becomes-states-first-bird-city Tina Sawyer https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-07-01/no-passport-required-to-visit-this-parisian-landmark Mecosta County park is home to a replica of the Eiffel Tower. Tue, 01 Jul 2025 22:11:39 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-07-01/no-passport-required-to-visit-this-parisian-landmark Tina Sawyer https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-06-24/michigan-businesses-brace-for-summer-without-canadians There’s been a steep drop in the number of Canadians coming into Michigan due to President Trump’s threats of tariffs and annexation. Tue, 24 Jun 2025 22:38:27 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-06-24/michigan-businesses-brace-for-summer-without-canadians Russ McNamara https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-05-27/staffing-morale-concerns-as-northern-michigan-national-parks-prepare-for-summer Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore has approximately two-thirds of the seasonal staff it typically needs to welcome more than 1.5 million visitors over the next three busy months. Tue, 27 May 2025 22:41:20 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-05-27/staffing-morale-concerns-as-northern-michigan-national-parks-prepare-for-summer Jacob Wheeler | Glen Arbor Sun, Andrew LaCombe | WLUC-TV https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-09-13/tahquamenon-falls-riverboat-tours-no-more After searching for a buyer for over a year, the owners announced the permanent shutdown of Tahquamenon Falls Riverboat Tours three years before centennial anniversary. Fri, 13 Sep 2024 20:12:14 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-09-13/tahquamenon-falls-riverboat-tours-no-more Brianna Edgar https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-09-04/new-mural-in-atlanta-sparks-positive-reactions In northeast Michigan, a business owner decided to brighten up the entrance of his town by commissioning an artist. The panoramic, nature-inspired vignettes alongside his motel have made heads turn in the town of Atlanta. Wed, 04 Sep 2024 21:42:00 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-09-04/new-mural-in-atlanta-sparks-positive-reactions Courtney Boyd https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-09-03/former-starline-ferry-ceo-sues-hoffmann-alleges-defamation The suit was filed in the U.S. District Court for Western Michigan by an attorney representing Jerry Fetty. The former CEO is alleging wrongful termination, breach of contract and defamation. Tue, 03 Sep 2024 22:20:25 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-09-03/former-starline-ferry-ceo-sues-hoffmann-alleges-defamation Michael Livingston