Michigan’s Best Travel Deals: A rugged island, fudge anniversary, waterpark fun

I’m not sure our travel deals list could get any more summery this week. It has an Upper Peninsula island that doubles as a beach getaway, a waterpark and even some Mackinac Island fudge.

If your favorite part of summer vacation planning is figuring out what spot to explore next – and saving money on the trip – we’re here for you. Check out the deals we found this week.

#1 Drummond Island Resort: This rugged island just off the U.P.’s eastern end is a destination for outdoor lovers. And the island’s namesake resort has added more dates to its Summer Adventure Deal.

The deal gets you 15% off your room rate and invites you to enjoy a complimentary canoe or kayak rental, putt putt golf, tennis, volleyball, bike rentals and more.

Here are the new dates: 7/30 – 8/1, 8/16 – 8/18, 8/23 – 8/24, 8/26 – 8/29, 8/30 – 9/4, 9/8 – 9/11, 9/16 – 9/18, 9/23 – 9/25.

For more details, check the resort’s deals page here.

#2 Boyne Mountain celebrates National Waterpark Day at its Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark.

National Waterpark Day is this Sunday, July 28, and Boyne Mountain is offering discounted prices at its huge Avalanche Bay waterpark to celebrate the day. The waterpark includes a lazy river, seven waterslides, a surf simulator, hot tubs and an arcade.

Special Ticket Prices:

• Adults, $25
• Juniors, $20 (ages 3-10)
• Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The day’s highlights include water gun battles, mermaid encounters and glitter tattoos. Staying overnight? You can book lodging on the resort’s website, or call 866.759.1472.

#3 Original Murdick’s Fudge on Mackinac Island: When Robert Benser passed away this summer, part of his legacy was his longtime ownership of the Original Murdick’s Fudge shops. He bought the Mackinac Island brand in 1969 and expanded its reach. This weekend, Original Murdick’s Fudge is celebrating its 137th anniversary – and the legendary Mr. B – with some deals and free samples.

“In celebration of this landmark birthday, on Sunday, July 28, Original Murdick’s Fudge is serving up one of its most delicious flavors and notably Mr. Benser’s favorite flavor – Butter Pecan,” fudge shop staff said. “Butter Pecan Fudge is a ‘Rich ‘N’ Nutty’ fudge with the same type of texture and creaminess that you’d find in a good cheesecake. It gets the faintest amount of crunch from a healthy dose of pecans. Notes of brown butter and vanilla round out the bite.”

If you’re on Mackinac Island this Sunday, stop by one of the Original Murdick’s shops on Main Street for a free taste of fudge.

Want to place an online order for fudge? Visit the shop online and celebrate their anniversary with a flat $5 shipping rate on select orders from July 26-29.