Well, the whole U.P. may not be within one gas tank's distance of Detroit and other downstate cities, but the Straits area certainly is, including Mackinac Island, where you really won't use up any gas.
Excerpt: With the summer kick-off Memorial Day Weekend just around the corner, people are making plans for summer getaways -- for weekends or a more leisurely week or two.
Whether you’re looking to soak up the sun on a beach, travel to a tourist destination or visit a state landmark, Michigan abounds with wonderful destinations that are within a convenient driving distance for busy families.
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Source: Fenton Tri-City Times
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