Chicago Sun Times notes the Upper Peninsula as a vacation destination

The Chicago Sun Times must understand tourism in the Upper Peninsula better than we could have thought. Not only do they realize how great it is to visit the U.P., they also understand the best times to come and why.

Excerpt: This vast expanse of land -- making up 30 percent of the state -- lies just beyond northern Michigan's iconic Mackinac Bridge. It's home to historic towns, stunning wilderness, delicious fudge and plenty of opportunities for peace and quiet.

The area is at its busiest in the summer, when downstate families spend time at their lakefront second homes. Even then, you easily can drive for miles without seeing another soul.

For the rest of the article, read on.

Source: Chicago Sun Times
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