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
GR Beer Tourism is Booming
Experience Grand Rapids
January 8, 2020
Known as “Beer City USA,” Grand Rapids has lots of reasons to celebrate its booming craft beer industry – 38.5 million...
Experience Grand RapidsJanuary 8, 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
Women Crafting the Beverage Industry in Grand Rapids, Part 2
I’m a huge fan of craft brews and feel so lucky to live in a city that reserves an entire month to celebrate all things hops. Beer Month GR just wrapped up, and it was a wonderful opportunity to learn
10 Must-Try Spots Featuring Nonalcoholic Beverages
Being in Beer City, USA, it’s understandable that local breweries, bars, and restaurants focus on craft beer and cocktail options. However, there are quite a few establishments in Grand Rapids that
Accessible Transportation in Grand Rapids, Part 1: The Rapid
There’s so much to see and experience in Grand Rapids that determining how to travel from point A to point B shouldn’t be a roadblock to your enjoyment of the city.
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
A Visit to Listening Room: Tips for a Night of Live Music
I’ve been to plenty of concerts in plenty of venues in my time – everything from student unions to professional sports stadiums. And while they were all great performances, I’ve never had a musical
What’s on Tap for Beer Month GR
With nearly 80 breweries within an hour of its downtown, Grand Rapids – also referred to as Beer City, USA – is a hotbed for craft beer. From hops to dark stouts, you can always find an interesting
Where to Buy the Best Wine in Grand Rapids
While we’ll always be fans of the excellent craft brew options we have in Beer City, USA, wine lovers of Grand Rapids, rejoice. We also have plenty of shops, restaurants, and bars featuring regional,
Last-minute Valentine's Day Getaway in Grand Rapids
Valentine’s Day on a Friday is the perfect excuse to grab your sweetie for a night (or two) on the town enjoying all Grand Rapids has to offer. With water views, a pedestrian-friendly downtown,
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
Winter Fashion Guide in Grand Rapids
I often feel that the excitement of the holidays gets me through the first bout of cold weather in West Michigan. But, after the festivities and twinkle lights have disappeared, some of my tolerance
Themed Bars and Restaurants in the Grand Rapids Area
Grand Rapids has seen an influx of themed bars and restaurants over the course of the past few years. Many are right downtown, but there are a variety that are outside the city’s core too. Spanning
Locally Crafted Hard Seltzer in Grand Rapids
Hard seltzer continues to attract new fans across the nation and is one of the hottest new trends in boozy drinks. Hard seltzer, or spiked seltzer, is an alcoholic beverage containing carbonated
Your Romantic Getaway Weekend Itinerary in Grand Rapids
Romance is never far away in Grand Rapids. Celebrate your love with a weekend full of dates at area restaurants, attractions, and hotels. There are so many ways to be romantic here that Trip Advisor
Visiting Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in the Winter
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is an iconic tourist destination in Grand Rapids. When springtime hits, people flutter to Meijer Gardens to see the largest temporary butterfly exhibit in the
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