From the U.P. to the charming island of Mackinac to the quaint serenity of a small fishing town along the shores of Lake Michigan, the "Great Lakes State" left us with memories to last a lifetime. First Stop: The Upper Peninsula Our road-trip began in northern Michigan, otherwise known as the U.P. In mid-July, the temperature was surprisingly chilly. The weather brought us overcast skies, a little rain and a high of 54 degrees. Nevertheless, we were excited to explore this un