Next Stops...Old Mission Peninsula, Fishtown, & Sleeping Bear Dunes Scenic Highlight!

Next Stops...Old Mission Peninsula, Fishtown, & Sleeping Bear Dunes Scenic Highlight!
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Join us on an epic journey through the heart of Michigan! 🚐✨ Our adventure begins in the charming town of Traverse City, where we take the stunning M37 highway up Old Mission Peninsula to visit the historic Mission Point Lighthouse. Along the way, we discover some great local eats and cozy camping spots, perfect for an overnight stay.
Next, we embark on the scenic M22 highway, winding along the Lake Michigan shoreline to the quaint village of Fishtown, where history comes alive by the water. The adventure culminates with breathtaking views at the iconic Sleeping Bear Dunes-one of the most beautiful spots in the Midwest.
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[@patmccants9643]

Soooo beautiful, what you said at the end is so true, we are truly blessed! Brought tears to my eyes ♥️

[@carolmcdaniel7693]

Beautiful video! Yes, we are blessed to visit new places, especially if we can share it with friends!❤❤

[@Chuck-Pat]

Sooo much of America to see, and not enough time .🤷 your vids and antics always are a bright spot each Saturday ! Thanx Be Safe

[@suzysandiego6478]

You two are so cute! Love Brian’s cute sense of humor! Enjoy your wonderful videos so much! Happy fall!🍂🍁🎃

[@rebeccaharper7859]

This is one of your best.Beautiful sunset.Hope your Mom is doing well Michelle.

[@sarageorge7631]

You are so blessed to be able to enjoy our beautiful country. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@dioviarodriguez5463]

I love Michigan.

[@floydfromflorida]

Thanks for the ride along ❤

[@Kiraskye1128]

I just wanted to say as someone who was born and raised in Grand Traverse and Leelanau county. I recognized almost everything. We moved to North Carolina 11 years ago so it’s been a while since we have been there. The winters there can get real rough and I told my husband that I suddenly am allergic to snow and we have to move. So we did. But the area is so stunning. I do miss the fresh water lakes and the natural beauty up there. Thank you for capturing it.

[@gail9227]

Spectacular sunset at Sleeping Bear Dunes ! The legend was sad but for sure nature at its best. Those dunes What !! Love the history of Fish village and the Lighthouse. Another great stop in your on going travels ! Thanks for sharing !

[@sandym198]

Your last beautifully stated sentiment and video is our experience as well. We are blessed. Thank you!

[@danwebb5118]

Sooper kool! When I was in college, I taught swimming, and the professor told me she was adopted by the Old Mission Lighthouse keepers - Ferris was the only college in the nation that required students to be able to swim before graduating. 🙂

[@LivinRVision]

Very interesting story, thanks for sharing.

[@mikemanjo2458]

Tra' vers. City...tra verse' means to go across. Nice trip, though. You made us want to visit there. Thanks for all the historic info. We love spending Saturday mornings with y'all. ❤🙏 can't wait for next week! Jane in SC

[@traceywessels3401]

Darn it Brian! You always make me cry 😭

[@joannleboeuf1739]

That lighthouse was in such a beautiful location, I could live there easily.

[@tguthrie1121]

This video has maybe been your BEST ONE YET! for me..Absolutely stunning and so well captured on video! A truly treasured experience. Thank you for sharing all of it. You are a beautiful couple and such a joy to watch.

[@SandyBanks-vk5dl]

I’ve been to the dunes - not a hard choice to not climb down! But the rest of it was new and delightful… enjoy it as if I were driving in the van with you and listening to some good music as well.

[@joannleboeuf1739]

The fishing village was such a great place and that ice cream looked delicious. OMG the sunset was what you dream of seeing and I get to see it thanks to you ❤. The colors were subtle brilliance. GOD sure knows what he’s doing. You are blessed and thank you so much for sharing in your journeys and blessing us too. See you next week.

[@billpitts1034]

I love the beauty of the upper midwest area. The communities are so beautiful and relaxed. Your video made me feel like I was right there and stress free. Thanks for all your time you take to make these amazing videos each week.

[@LivinRVision]

🧡😊🤓

[@genesiesky3756]

Loved the sunset video. It's been a long time since I have been there.

[@terryreichert8345]

I was at the light house a year ago and we enjoyed all Michigan had to offer. A great place to visit and many light houses to explore! Thanks for bringing back memories!

[@aliciatweten4885]

W.O.W.!! Such beautiful photos/Videos!! The sunset video was superb!!❤🎚😊

[@danerlandson5596]

Traverse City is my home town. This is a great video of the area. We have spent many summers sailing these waters. We can’t wait to get back up there! Summer of ‘25.

[@RhondaD68]

We did this trip in our van the summer of 2023. Great shots. Love the sunset at Sleeping Bear Dunes.

[@marilynyoung7744]

I so enjoyed watching this video of places we've visited as a Michigander. You did a beautiful job displaying my state's beauty. Brought tears to my eyes at the end with your words of appreciation for all you get to see, and share with us! 🩵💛🧡

[@deangraboskey2564]

If you get back to the area there is a beautiful little Michigan State Park just north of Manistee called Orchard Beach State Park with stunning sunsets over Lake Michigan.

[@cliffthomas1389]

Good job guys. That I believe is the prettiest sunset I've ever seen and the music you chose was spot on amazing! Thank you so much for sharing that with us. I look forward to adding this to my list of places to see.

[@lizzard-gx5jd]

So glad you enjoyed my neck of the woods. Their is so much to see and do here. You'll have to come back when you have more time to explore.

[@leannnethers5518]

Beautiful video !!!!!!! Thank you for sharing.

[@barbaragrazerrobinson1207]

We are blessed to have your videos shared with us. Safe travels ❤

[@joannleboeuf1739]

Morning guys can’t wait to watch this one and comment as I always do

[@eileenhealey-py7oq]

Beautiful sunset. Traverse city was one of our favorite trips.

[@carolynosborne5913]

I love Traverse city

[@tguthrie1121]

I've only watched the 1st minute and in AWWWWE! Thank you for sharing this gem and inspiring me to get out and explore! Thank you again!

[@kathycampbell8000]

Beautiful part of the country!

[@doofhund3526]

THAT was a beautiful sunset. Thanks for sharing.

[@kristinkiel8890]

I see you still haven’t gotten the 'syLLAble' in the right place for Traverse City…lol…you guys are so cute! Love watching your content! (TRAverse…😂)

[@elainelovig8103]

Just watched this video ! A great video! Such beautiful scenery! Always a treat to watch your videos!

[@thomasbridenstine5562]

Great reminder for us through your visit to the area. We couldn't remember where the beach was until you walked to it at the lighthouse. We both said at the same time, that is the beach with the rocks in it! We were there when our kids were small. We are now inspired to go back to experience it all over again. Thank you for doing a great tour along the Michigan shoreline!!

[@graydust4985]

We love going to all the places you just took us to. We, too, are Michiganders and are so proud to have you come to visit. You did such a wonderful job “showing off “ our beautiful state. Loved seeing it through your eyes.

[@fformer]

Thank you for bringing back so many great memories. We love northern Michigan. My wife, Susie, was reliving many great memories from trips up there with her father. Hope you stopped in Onekama and Portage Lake on your way south, one of our favorite places. Last time we were up there, we stayed at Little River Casino for a couple of nights. Nice RV park.

[@TeacherTonya74]

That is one beautiful sunset. I don't think sunsets at the ocean are nearly this prettty.

[@sandym198]

Thanks!

[@LivinRVision]

🧡😊🤓 Thank you!

[@krissto22]

I don’t know how many times I’ve said that before but we absolutely love your videos. This video put tears in my eyes as we visit the exact places every time we are in Traverse City. Hubby loves Michigan and would love to go back again but I’d say let’s go somewhere else. After seeing your video which brought back some beautiful memories we decided to put Traverse back on our list. I know you can’t cover everything in a short video but there is a beautiful winery and inn Chateau Chantal located on the Mission Peninsula with beautiful views and great wine. We’ve been around Lake Michigan about 4 or 5 times already and every time we go we find something new. Greenfield Village is a must if you didn’t go. One town we always miss is Frankenmuth so next time we venture out we need to include it in our itinerary. Our neighbors are going there in December and that’s probably the best time to go. Maybe we can plan something for that time too. Happy trails and stay safe because we need more videos😊. We’ve been watching you guys from the beginning. I wish you guys had more subscribers because you deserve it, just like KYD, but if you’re happy we are happy❤️ I don’t post every time but when I do it’s a mile long, sorry, 😆.

[@LivinRVision]

🧡😊🤓

[@user-ek6mf8jn6m]

Beautiful videography and choice of music. I am pleased I found your channel as I always learn something and feel good watching.

[@tinakelley7018]

Beautiful views! Thank you very much

[@jeepsandrvs]

We must have missed you by a few days. We visited almost the same POIs. Traverse City also has a thriving and welcoming Elks Lodge for Traveling members! Safe Travels!!

[@cindycierlik8162]

Stunning views!!❤😮😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@karenburdette3413]

Really enjoyed watching this video. I was there 2 years ago at all these places. What a beautiful sunset in Sleeping Bear Dunes!!! I hope you and Michelle went to the 'Cove" in FIshtown. They had an awesome Cherry Pie to die for!!! Hoping Michelle didn't miss this one!

[@LivinRVision]

Unfortunately we missed the cherry pie. 😔

[@doratheexplorerbegins]

My favorite couple. 🥰

[@debbiecarter4558]

Beautiful..I was in the UP last summer and would love to go back....

[@margaretkeclark5166]

❤🎉 Thank you for the interesting trips you share. Safe travels from the Clark's

[@garythovson2587]

Last video before the cruise. Lot of beautiful sites. See you in a few👍🤓😎🚢

[@ChrisZwolinski]

5 years ago today my Michelle and I were married down the street from the Jolly pumpkin at a different restaurant on the beach. We had our pictures taken at the Old Mission light house and one of the wineries. I droned the lighthouse before they banned such fun things. Lots of awesome memories of the area.

[@brendawhisenhunt8444]

That was a beautiful place!

[@aliciatweten4885]

Great music!!❤

[@mikem.1220]

I paused and read the Oscar Price storyboard. I thought about it... seeing history. As I get old I appreciate those who came before me.

[@erichumphreys2154]

Cor blimey Brian this is a great place to live but I guess property prices will be expensive Wonderful sunset you pictured for us and yes I even felt choking up I think I've seen it those really high dunes before with Mike and Jennifer (rvlifestyle) preferred your coverage though CU next week ❤

[@loreeschneider2855]

Really enjoy seeing others' enjoyment of our mitten state. With all due respect, it's Traa verse, with the emphasis on the first syllable. 😊

[@crprovost]

Yeah, we didn’t climb Sleeping Bear either lol. Great video

[@marshamelk]

We were just at all the spots you were! Not the jolly pumpkin tho. And the fish town was packed, we couldn't get our Beyond in anywhere. Next time! We went to a great winery, owned by the oak island people, and a wonderful cheese shop.

[@grizztough4091]

LOL, it is not "trah-Verse", like traverse a mountain path. As a Michigander, its TRAAAAAAAAAA (like travel) Traverse. Different emphasis on the A. Same A as Travel, but verse at the end. Cmon now... Hope you tried Walleye while up there. Best fish imo. Nothing like the U P in Mich. In summer and fall anyways.

[@LivinRVision]

😂 The funny thing is, we know but I keep saying it incorrectly. The funnier part is how much it bothers a few. 🤣

[@harterbob]

Walleye is a delicious freshwater fish. Lake whitefish is very fishy tasting.

[@karenstevenson2070]

Wow Brian you should be a writer! 😊

[@joyouslily2982]

TrAAAAA…verse!😮

[@LivinRVision]

😂 🤣

[@J.W.W.]

I’m 100% ok with how you pronounce Traverse. Some of us Michiganders forget that our Charlotte MI is pronounced very differently from Charlotte NC and they’re both correct

[@randyshay7280]

Hey Brian and Michele, nice video! Some pretty cool places. Your videos are great! When is Michele going to retire ? Looking forward to seeing the 2025 Grech rv when you get it. Must have not had pie there! lol . Take care!

[@LivinRVision]

May be a while for that. :)

[@JustMe-pn6xw]

You can walk the shoreline to a spot , Glen Haven Beach,where you can be picked up but it is then a far walk back to your car so leave a driver on top just in case.

[@stevesullivanmathteacherno6812]

I’ve enjoyed your videos for over two years. Thanks you! Your video you made 2years ago “How we work, sleep, etc in our van” you showed how you store your e-bikes. We have two lite lectric e-bikes. My question is what brand e-bike rack did you have from the video two years ago that would swivel out? Also where did you get it? Thanks!

[@LivinRVision]

The brand is “1up USA”. Heavy Duty Double They sell the swing arm also, RakAttach

[@johnbradley2764]

What an excellent adventure. Idyllic scenery, rich history and numerous encounters to create new memories. Elevating the game on this one. Thanks for sharing your journey. Stay safe, stay well.

[@Banagal]

This was so beautiful. In the first 7-8 minutes, was there a different camera, lens, or person doing the videography? It seemed like a different style. I enjoyed it either way. There was some breathtaking beauty, for sure. That ice cream looked yummy. That must have been one big kid they named the "kid-sized" dish after.

[@LivinRVision]

All same cameras

[@Banagal]

@@LivinRVision Was it the same videographer, one of you two?

[@LivinRVision]

@Banagal yes, we don’t have anyone else to film for us

[@judy6416]

Please look up pronunciation of Traverse City😮

[@LivinRVision]

😂

[@Cak806]

Michigander here. Love your videos. FYI, Traverse City, isn't pronounced like the SUV. It's Tra verse, accent on the Tra ( like the a in trap.)

[@joannechandler5667]

It’s Tra’ verse City.

[@marigoldenergy8512]

First time I was thankful NOT to have smellevision!!! 😂😂😂

[@LivinRVision]

😂

[@brucelester6918]

Is your Grech a 170 extended edition Mercedes? Do you have strong opinions on space vs length for vans?

[@LivinRVision]

Yes. We’ve been very happy with the length mainly to gain the closet and extra storage.

[@patmcdaniel9612]

Sorry it took so long to watch this episode, but we've been a little busy the past 7 days......lol

[@LivinRVision]

😂 That was such a great time with everyone. We’re sobbing today. Didn’t want it to end.

[@donmanzano5716]

We are considering buying a grech like yours are there any items I should be aware of ??? Due to the length do you have problems finding parking Thanks for your response….. Don

[@LivinRVision]

We do pretty well with parking. It depends on where you are. As mentioned in many of our videos, we can park in a normal spot as long as the back end can hang over the curb. In Florida, they love to put shrubs right behind the curb which makes it more difficult. However, we usually find another spot or take up a double spot. They are very well built and have not had any major issues. We have 2 1/2 years of videos living in the Grech Strada-ion that you can go back and watch that may help you feel more confident in your purchase.

[@randystarr7705]

Probably too late, but MI City IN has a gluten free restaurant w/fried fish & chicken. Delicious! Fiddlehead Restaurant.

[@LivinRVision]

Next time. Thanks for the suggestion. 👍🏻

[@randyhuey3094]

Pronounce the "S" as a "Z" and you have it. Tra'verze City, That's how the Michiganders say it.

[@Revnref]

Like others said, please learn to say Traverse City correctly.

[@LivinRVision]

Sorry, we both know how it’s pronounced, but it just keeps coming out that way. 😂 The real problem here sounds like it may be the fact that it bothers you so much. 😂 wow

[@jeannestark6293]

So this is what not Florida looks like away from the hot and crazy? This is what they think perfect looks and feels like? I'll keep my Clearwater florida !! Jeanne A Diener Stark, Clearwater florida . PS THEY COME DOWN here and say that . And they need to look around and sssh

[@LivinRVision]

????

[@jeannestark6293]

@@LivinRVision Florida is different

[@ralphprice5136]

The accent is on Tra as opposed to verse.