Investing in Grand Rapids is Key to a Strong West MI Economy
Experience Grand Rapids
February 9, 2021
For decades, game changing building and revitalization projects driven by strong public-private partnerships have been...
Experience Grand RapidsFebruary 9, 2021
Building a More Inclusive Business Community
Experience Grand Rapids
March 11, 2020
Home to more than 130 global companies and one of the fastest growing economies in the U.S., West Michigan has long been...
Experience Grand RapidsMarch 11, 2020
Volunteer Projects that Focus on Sustainability
Experience Grand Rapids
February 11, 2020
Grand Rapids has long been a model of sustainability nationwide. Government, business and nonprofit partners have come...
Experience Grand RapidsFebruary 11, 2020
Grand Rapids Recognitions
10 places that prove Grand Rapids is the craft beverage capital of the U.S.
USA Today 10Best named Grand Rapids the craft beverage capital of the U.S.! We weren't surprised but you can learn why here.
Best Places for Older Travelers to Visit in 2020
Expedia's travel blog "conquer your someday" named Grand Rapids #10 in their list 'Best Places for Older Travelers to Visit in 2020'. View the full article here.
Every State's Best Travel Destination for 2020
Travel Pulse named Grand Rapids the "Best Travel Destination in Michigan for 2020". Check out the full list here.
Beer Lovers — Book One of These "Beercations" For Your Next Getaway
Travel + Leisure named Grand Rapids a great "beercation" for the beer lover. Learn why here.
The 10 Best Places to Retire in the U.S.
Conde Nast named Grand Rapids the #9 Best Place to Retire in the U.S. in 2019. Learn why here.
The Best Breweries in Grand Rapids
Thrillist outlined the 'Best Breweries in Grand Rapids'. Click here to learn more about this great list.
7 Midwest Cities that are Absolutely Worth Exploring
TripAdvisor Rentals Blog named Grand Rapids one of the '7 Midwest Cities that are Absolutely Worth Exploring'.
Say cheers to the 15 best beer cities around the world
CNN Travel named Grand Rapids one of the '15 best beer cities around the world'. Read the full article here.
10 U.S. Tours That Even Americans Should Take
The Discoverer Blog named the '10 U.S. Tours That Even Americans Should Take' which includes a Beer Tour in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Learn more here.
16 INCREDIBLY ROMANTIC GETAWAYS IN THE MIDWEST, FROM MAJOR CITIES TO HIDDEN GEMS
Grand Rapids was named one of the '16 Incredibly Romantic Getaways in the Midwest' by TripAdvisor because of outdoor activities like paddle boarding and picturesque places like Frederik Meijer Gardens
Michigan’s Best City for Singles
Insurify found the 'Best Cities for Singles' in America which includes Grand Rapids. Learn why at the full article.
The 30 most popular destinations for millennials in 2019
Insider named Grand Rapids one of 'The 30 most popular destinations for millennials in 2019'. Click here to read the full article.
The Best Food City in Every State 2019
Thrillist named 'The Best Food City in Every State', and Grand Rapids was dubbed the best in Michigan. Learn why at the link.
Top 10 Underrated Foodie Cities in the U.S.
Grand Rapids was named one of the Top 10 Underrated Foodie Cities in the U.S. by Webstaurant Store blog. Click here to read the full list.
What others are saying about GR
15 GREAT THINGS TO DO IN GRAND RAPIDS
Lindsay and Meg of Dopes on the Road visited Grand Rapids in fall 2019 to explore everything the destination had to offer. "Let’s be honest, many of us have no clue what to do in Grand Rapids. It is
8 Vegan-Friendly Coffee Shops in Grand Rapids (Rated in Order!)
Vegan blogger Ashley Hubbard from Wild Hearted visited Grand Rapids to experience all the amazing vegan options there are throughout the city. She comprised a list of her favorite vegan-friendly
Pride Journey: Grand Rapids/Saugatuck
Joey Amato of Pride Journeys visited Saugatuck and Grand Rapids in 2019. Click here to learn about his trip highlighting LGBTQ activities and venues.
West Michigan Rising: A Grander Grand Rapids and Saugatuck Untucked
Dan Allen has been away from Grand Rapids for 20 years. He returned in 2019 to explore the transformed city and it's LGBTQ offerings. Click here to learn why West Michigan 'proved more exciting,
The Best Restaurants in Grand Rapids, Michigan: A Foodie’s Guide
Jen Ruiz of Jen an a Jet Plane visited Grand Rapids and mapped out the best restaurants and 12 fun things to do in GR. Check out both blog posts below: The Best Restaurants in Grand Rapids,
Tour Frank Lloyd Wright Homes and Hike Through Sand Dunes on This West Michigan Road Trip
Click here to read the West Michigan weekend itinerary created by Travel + Leisure.
Why Grand Rapids, Michigan is Your Gateway to a Perfect Midwest Summer
Rachel-Jean Firchau of 'Rachel Off Duty' visited Grand Rapids and was beyond surprised by what she discovered of this 'sleeper city'. Learn more about her click here.
THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN GRAND RAPIDS: THE ULTIMATE TRAVEL GUIDE
Liz Della Croce of The Lemon Bowl wrote 'The Ultimate Travel Guide' for Grand Rapids, and especially highlighted the food scene. Click here for the full blog post.
A Foodie's Favorite Restaurants in Downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan
Mikkel of Sometimes Home visited Grand Rapids and documented her journey through the food scene. Click here to learn about her favorite spots to chow-down!
IT'S A DATE | ANDY WARHOL AT THE GRAM
Ashley of sincerely, ashley visited the Andy Warhol exhibit at the Grand Rapids Art Museum. Click here for her full post.
Weekend Guide to Grand Rapids, MI
Maddy Corbin, a lifestyle blogger from Indiana, visited Grand Rapids to explore what the city has to offer. Click here to read her full post.
How To Spend A Really Awesome Weekend in Grand Rapids Michigan
A blogger from Food Travelist came to Grand Rapids to explore the food scene. Click here to learn about where she went and what she thought of the local grub.
Weekend Getaway! How to Explore Grand Rapids, Michigan
Kelly Rizzo from the blog Eat. Travel. Rock. visited Grand Rapids to explore the food, music, and beer scene. Click here to check out her full post.
9 THINGS TO DO IN GRAND RAPIDS & LANSING, MICHIGAN
Igee Okafur, a fashion and lifestyle blogger, visited Grand Rapids in partnership with Pure Michigan to explore the city. Click here for his list of places to eat and visit in Grand Rapids as well as
Grand Rapids Blog Post
Your Guide to Celebrating Pride Month in Grand Rapids
Pride month is celebrated every June, and is an entire month dedicated to celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and the support of LGBTQ+ rights. Communities like Grand Rapids come together every year to
Locally Owned & Operated LGBTQ+ Businesses to Check Out
With COVID-19 putting a halt to many pride celebrations around the world, Grand Rapids included, you may be looking for creative ways to celebrate June as Pride Month. Grand Rapids is home to many
Studio Park in Downtown Grand Rapids Has Something for Everyone to Enjoy
It can be hard to please everyone when planning an outing. Some people want to go out to eat, while others might want to see a movie, or maybe even go shopping. After 10 years of planning and
Six Day Trip Destinations from Grand Rapids
Summer is a great time to explore all the amazing things to do right here in West Michigan. Visitors will find that Grand Rapids is an easy place to get to by car or by plane, the city is full of
Locals’ Guide to Ice Cream Shops in Grand Rapids
Has there ever been a more perfect pair than summer and ice cream? During the hot summer months, your sweet tooth will be satisfied thanks to the countless ice cream options in the Grand Rapids area.
West Michigan Whitecaps: Your Summer Tradition
With dozens of themed nights, special giveaways, new food/drink choices and a variety of entertainment options, families who attend a West Michigan Whitecaps game get so much more than a baseball
Taste West Michigan with these Farmers Markets
Farmers market season in West Michigan – a time of year when residents and guests alike can enjoy the wide variety of produce, meat, and dairy from local farmers. With food and agriculture being
Tips for Mountain Biking in West Michigan
Surrounding Grand Rapids’ bustling city center is an abundance of biking trails that wind through a variety of the area’s diverse landscapes. West Michigan’s warmer months offer the perfect
5 Grand Rapids Breweries Focused on Sustainability & Community
Craft breweries, especially in Grand Rapids, are leading a sustainability movement. Each brewery has its own way of tackling that issue. Here are five breweries influencing the way Grand Rapids
A Vegan & Sustainable Weekend Itinerary for Grand Rapids
Veganism is continuously growing, and restaurants across Michigan are filling the demand, with Grand Rapids leading the way. Not only is Grand Rapids rising to meet the needs of people with dietary
Breweries with Great Outdoor Spaces
Summer, fall, winter, or spring — no matter the time of year in the Mitten State, many West Michigan breweries have outdoor spaces to let you enjoy al fresco ambiance while sipping on the craft brews
Sensory-Friendly Experiences in Grand Rapids
Several Grand Rapids attractions, including John Ball Zoo and the Grand Rapids Public Museum (GRPM), are taking steps to make visiting more accessible to everyone. “We’ve always aimed to be inclusive
15 Fun and FREE Things to do in Grand Rapids
Whoever said nothing in life is free hasn't been to Kent County, Michigan. The greater Grand Rapids area offers a wide variety of no-cost activities to keep you busy throughout the fall. So take out
Grand Rapids Area Outdoor Dining Spaces
Outdoor Dining in Any Season Grand Rapidians love the outdoors – so much so that local restaurants and breweries have devised ways for us (and our visitors) to dine al fresco throughout the year.
Grand Rapids Waters Offer Plenty of Opportunity
Spring fishing. What’s not to like? The air is clear and cool and birds are often singing. Fish are hungry and readily take bait, lures and flies. It’s a time brimming with excitement for Grand Rapids
Meeting Minds Blog Post
Grand Rapids' Airport is Full of Art
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA, or GRR as it is known locally) became home to an impressive art collection as part of its commitment to highlight and support the thriving art culture
Grand Rapids breweries within walking distance of the convention center
Grand Rapids was first dubbed Beer City USA in 2012. Since then, its reputation, and the reason for it, has only grown. Experts and readers of USA Today voted Grand Rapids number one on a list of 10
Looking for walkability? Try Grand Rapids
Downtown Grand Rapids is walkable – one of the top 14 walkable destinations in the U.S., according to a 2020 Trips to Discover article. Attendees at meetings and events held at any of the city’s
Grand Rapids Holds Its First Safe Face to Face Meeting
Police chiefs from around the state of Michigan did something recently that most people haven't done in more than a year: They held a statewide conference – in person.
Investing in Grand Rapids is Key to a Strong West MI Economy
For decades, game changing building and revitalization projects driven by strong public-private partnerships have been the hallmark of the Kent County region. Grand Action – or more recently, Grand
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