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
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 Hotel Pools Open for Swimcations & Staycations
You don’t need to wait until summer to enjoy a fun swimcation – pack up the bathing suits, floaties and swim goggles and check in to a Grand Rapids hotel with a heated indoor pool … any time of the
Irish Pubs of Grand Rapids
Some years ago, I discovered the smooth, delicious spirit that is Irish Whiskey. Since then, I’ve sipped a number of them. Fortunately for me, Grand Rapids has plenty of Irish Pubs where I can sample
Women Crafting the Beverage Industry in Grand Rapids
In the Grand Rapids area, an increasing number of women are shaping the craft beverage business. From positions like director of operations to co-owner, here are a few of the women who are taking
Black Calder Brewing: Michigan's First Black-Owned Brewery
Amidst the chaos of 2020, Black Calder Brewing Company found itself in a supremely unusual position: trying to open a Grand Rapids brewery in the middle of a pandemic.
10 Seriously Funny Facts About LaughFest
Gilda’s LaughFest debuted in 2011 in Grand Rapids as the first-ever community-wide comedy festival in the nation. Every year, internationally-renowned comedians and local talent tickle the funny bones
Grand Rapids becomes a fatbike-friendly community
When Experience Grand Rapids first profiled the local fatbiking community back in 2018, it was clear the snow sport was exploding in popularity and participation. Three years later, we can report that
Get your Margarita On in Grand Rapids
Whether you prefer frozen or on the rocks, Grand Rapids has plenty of amazing Mexican restaurants that serve tasty margaritas. We’re not just talking tequila and mix here. Check out the innovative
Local’s Guide to Dine-In Pizza in GR
Grand Rapids is full of delicious pizza joints. Whether you’re looking for a traditional pie or something unique, there is a spot for you. In 2019, we asked our followers to tell us what their
Your Romantic Getaway Weekend Itinerary in Grand Rapids
Although I’m a relative newcomer to Grand Rapids, I am still a Midwesterner and I can tell you we’re a practical bunch. Case in point: winter. Midwesterners make the best of this season with
Snowshoeing in the Grand Rapids Area: Explore a Winter Wonderland
Snowshoeing has been around for almost as long as civilizations have interacted with deep snow. Historians believe snowshoeing traces its roots back 6,000 years to Central Asia and were necessities
Take the Black History Tour of Downtown Grand Rapids
Take this tour, or other GR Walks tours, any time by downloading the GR Walks smart phone app. This story was updated February 1, 2021
Grand Rapids Places that are Great for Date Night
With so many options for dining and entertainment, planning a night out in Grand Rapids with friends, family, or your significant other can be a challenge. Whether you’re looking for a romantic spot
Meeting Minds Blog Post
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
James Beard Award-Winning Chef Relocates to Grand Rapids
The Grand Rapids food scene is now home to a James Beard award-winning chef as Paul Berglund assumes the executive chef duties at Mertens Prime, a downtown restaurant serving classic French cuisine
DMCs are Key to Virtual and Hybrid Event Success
While the size of in-person events continues to be capped for many places due to the coronavirus, the possibilities and features for virtual and hybrid events taking their place are growing and
Our Talented and Experienced Team
The COVID-19 crisis has cut straight to the core of the meetings industry, as stay-at-home orders, travel shutdowns and health recommendations necessitated the cancellation of thousands of events
Fly Confidently to Grand Rapids
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) is experimenting with revolutionary new tools in its ongoing efforts to make airline travel safer. Most recently, the airport served as a test site for a
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