A Luxury Travel Guide to Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids is known for its affordability – but that doesn’t mean you can’t splurge on the finer things in life here. (You just won’t have to splurge so much.) We offer all sorts of high-end…

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Gift Shops at Local Attractions

The gift shops in Grand Rapids’ local attractions offer one-of-a-kind items perfect for unique gift giving all year round. Many of them will be open for Museum Store Sunday, an annual global event…

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Unique Shopping in Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids is a great place to browse one-of-a-kind stores overflowing with items you won't find anywhere else. Whether you're shopping for family, friends, or yourself, you won't walk away empty…

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The Downtown Market: Something for every taste

Grand Rapids boasts a number of attractions that are must-see for visitors, including Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, John Ball Zoo, the Grand Rapids…

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Exploring West Leonard Street in Grand Rapids

West Leonard is one of three main commercial districts on Grand Rapids’ historic West Side, along with Bridge Street and West Fulton. Stretching from the western banks of the Grand River to Bristol…

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Locally Owned & Operated LGBTQIA+ Businesses to Check Out

Grand Rapids is home to many locally owned and operated LGBTQIA+ businesses. The city is now a destination to live and work for people of all ages and identities as more inclusive businesses open…

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Farmers Markets In and Around Grand Rapids

Farmers market season in West Michigan – a time of year when residents and guests alike can enjoy a tremendous variety of produce, meat and dairy products from local farmers. Michigan is second only…

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A Local's Guide to GR Comic Book Shops

There are many different “scenes” in Grand Rapids — performing arts, craft beer, food, history, and even comic books. Comic book culture has exploded in popularity in recent decades, thanks to the…

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Exploring Cherry Street in Grand Rapids

While downtown Grand Rapids boasts the city’s largest concentration of shopping and dining destinations, there are numerous neighborhood business districts offering their own distinct pleasures. Many…

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