The first time I visited Grand Haven was the summer of 2014. My sister, friends and I were out of school and already bored with the lack of things to keep us entertained. We decided we wanted to go somewhere different, even if just for the day, and experience something that we weren't accustomed to.
Something refreshing.
Maybe just a little adventure?
So naturally, as a Millennial, I took to Google to do some research.
I think the first thing I searched was "beach towns in Michigan," and Grand Haven was one of the first things to come up. Little did I know how magnificent it would be. We packed up the car and headed out west to experience some wonder. Two years later and here I am, in Grand Haven once again, but this time on vacation.
1. Walk out on the Pier
A fabulously beautiful pier and lighthouse, the experience of walking out to the end of the pier is one I repeat every time I visit the Grand Haven State Park.2. Go to Porto Bello
Live music and delicious Italian food, Porto Bello is something that everyone who visits Grand Haven should experience once. Romantic and a taste sensation, Porto Bello is magnificent.
3. Eat breakfast at the Morning Star Cafe
A cozy, small and local breakfast hotspot, the Morning Star Cafe is a quaint little business that decorates
4. The Musical Fountain
Although the Musical Fountain's prime time is in August, it's still beautiful when it lights up at night. Opening day this year is May 6, 2016. The fountain plays music as well as sets the night aglow.
5. Visit Main Street
6. Visit the Windmill Island Gardens
If you're looking to check out the beautiful tulips of Holland Windmill Island Gardens is where it's at.
7. The Grill Room at The Kirby House
If steak is something you're craving in Grand Haven, head to The Grill Room at The Kirby House to experience some mouth watering sensations. A bar and romantic restaurant in one, The Grill Room is positively wonderful.
8. Check out local antique shops
Take a drive down 31 to visit some interesting and local antique shops. You never know what you're going to find.
9. Walk down the board walk
The boardwalk, which offers a spectacular visual of the pier and many of Grand Haven's other assets is gorgeous at both sunrise and sunset.
10. Stay at the Bluewater Inn
BlueWater Inn is located right across from the Grand Haven State Park, giving all of its guests a beautiful view of Lake Michigan.
11. Visit Floto's Gift's
If you're looking for sweaters, t-shirts or any other Grand Haven apparel, head to Floto's. They have everything!
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