“A Grand Investment” is an ongoing series exploring the business landscape of Grand Rapids. Michigan’s fastest growing metro area and one of the nation’s strongest economies, Grand Rapids is fueled by a creative, collaborative spirit that generates global, national and entrepreneurial investment. This series highlights leading sectors of the local economy and underscores the city’s suitability for innovation-focused meetings.
Home to more than 130 global companies and one of the fastest growing economies in the U.S., West Michigan has long been...
Grand Rapids has long been a model of sustainability nationwide. Government, business and nonprofit partners have come...
Known as “Beer City USA,” Grand Rapids has lots of reasons to celebrate its booming craft beer industry – 38.5 million...
USA Today 10Best named Grand Rapids the craft beverage capital of the U.S.! We weren't surprised but you can learn why here.
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.
Travel Pulse named Grand Rapids the "Best Travel Destination in Michigan for 2020". Check out the full list here.
Travel + Leisure named Grand Rapids a great "beercation" for the beer lover. Learn why here.
Conde Nast named Grand Rapids the #9 Best Place to Retire in the U.S. in 2019. Learn why here.
Thrillist outlined the 'Best Breweries in Grand Rapids'. Click here to learn more about this great list.
TripAdvisor Rentals Blog named Grand Rapids one of the '7 Midwest Cities that are Absolutely Worth Exploring'.
CNN Travel named Grand Rapids one of the '15 best beer cities around the world'. Read the full article here.
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.
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
Insurify found the 'Best Cities for Singles' in America which includes Grand Rapids. Learn why at the full article.
Insider named Grand Rapids one of 'The 30 most popular destinations for millennials in 2019'. Click here to read the full article.
Thrillist named 'The Best Food City in Every State', and Grand Rapids was dubbed the best in Michigan. Learn why at the link.
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.
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
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
Joey Amato of Pride Journeys visited Saugatuck and Grand Rapids in 2019. Click here to learn about his trip highlighting LGBTQ activities and venues.
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,
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,
Click here to read the West Michigan weekend itinerary created by Travel + Leisure.
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.
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.
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!
Ashley of sincerely, ashley visited the Andy Warhol exhibit at the Grand Rapids Art Museum. Click here for her full post.
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.
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.
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.
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
The Grand Rapids area is gearing up for its 11 th annual Restaurant Week GR
While Grand Rapids visitors and residents have always embraced the great outdoors, this summer, as we deal with COVID-19, people are particularly interested in getting outside. Fortunately, the Grand
Summer is in full swing in Grand Rapids and you’re probably wondering what you can do with the family. While some businesses and attractions are still closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are
As restaurants and retailers are opening and welcoming customers, shopping and dining look different as businesses comply with regulations required by recent executive orders. The number of patrons is
Summer in Grand Rapids is always a great time to enjoy new experiences. While this summer may look a little different than last, it can still be a great time with new businesses and opportunities
After months of cooking every meal, or treating yourself to takeout, you were probably thrilled when the governor’s recent executive order allowed greater Grand Rapids area restaurants to reopen. At
If you’ve been craving the craft beverage scene around Grand Rapids during these past few months of seclusion, you’re in luck. Many of the local businesses that offer unique adult beverages have
With COVID-19 putting a halt to many pride celebrations around the world, Grand Rapids included, you may be looking for creative ways to celebrate June as Pride Month. Grand Rapids is home to many
Retail shops can now re-open at 50% capacity throughout Michigan, and while many of us are itching to visit our favorite boutiques, there may also be some lingering anxiety about how to stay safe and
Celebrating Grand Rapids means celebrating the people, traditions, cultures, and of course, food! This post was initially published in 2018 commemorating Black History Month. We've updated this list
Say goodbye to early tee times, cart rentals, and losing golf balls. Disc golf is a once-niche sport gaining steam across the country. It’s estimated that today there are more than 500,000 players and
With over 650 public golf courses throughout the state, Michigan boasts some of the most sought after golf courses in the nation. Home to dozens of golf courses suited for various skill sets, Grand
Reeds Lake is a classic Grand Rapids cycling route. In all sorts of weather you’ll encounter a variety of people, bikes, and dog walkers taking advantage of the paved pathways and quiet neighborhoods
Spring has finally sprung in Michigan! Whether you have an established garden or you are trying something new this season, here are five well-loved stops in the Grand Rapids area to guarantee your
Now that we have your attention – let’s “taco bout” tacos! This post was originally published based on recommendations from our social media followers to tell us where we can find the best tacos in
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) is experimenting with revolutionary new tools in its ongoing efforts to make airline travel safer. Most recently, the airport served as a test site for a
What will large-scale meetings and events look like amid concerns over the coronavirus? In some respects, not much different from before. They will still feature teams of people dedicated to
Hybrid events—live, in-person gatherings that are streamed out to virtual audiences in some way—have been part of the meetings and events industry for years with varying degrees of success and comfort
The COVID-19 crisis has cut straight to the core of the meetings industry, as stay-at-home orders, travel shutdowns and health recommendations necessitated the cancellation of thousands of events
Home to more than 130 global companies and one of the fastest growing economies in the U.S., West Michigan has long been known as a great place to do business. Whether in small, family-owned companies
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