Blooming Butterflies & Hidden Attics: Unforgettable Spring Escapes in WMTA

Springtime Magic Awaits in West Michigan

As winter fades, West Michigan transforms into a playground of vibrant blooms, fluttering wings, and quirky adventures. The West Michigan Tourist Association (WMTA) just unveiled their top picks for seasonal fun—and some surprises are hiding in plain sight.

Must-See Seasonal Attractions

• Blooming Butterflies Exhibits: Walk through tropical havens as thousands of butterflies land on your shoulders at Frederick Meijer Gardens or Kellogg Bird Sanctuary.
• The Great Attic Escape: A newly discovered 1920s-era attic in Grand Rapids opens for timed explorations, complete with vintage trunks and whispered ghost stories.
• Tulip Time Twist: Holland’s famed festival adds a nighttime "glow garden" where flowers shimmer under artistic lighting.

Hidden Gems You’ve Never Heard Of

Beyond the usual flower festivals, WMTA insiders revealed lesser-known stops:

1. Marshmallow Peep Art Gallery (Saugatuck): Local artists recreate famous paintings using the squishy candies.
2. Underground Tunnels Tour (Kalamazoo): Explore Prohibition-era passageways once used by bootleggers.
3. Goat Yoga on a Vineyard (Traverse City): Stretch alongside playful goats with wine-tasting afterward.

Why This Spring Feels Different

With pandemic restrictions lifted, many locations are offering "revenge travel" experiences—like butterfly releases where visitors can literally shower in rose petals. “People want immersive joy,” says WMTA’s director. “We’re delivering it.”

What Do You Think?

• Would you pay $50 to explore a "haunted" attic, or is that just an overpriced closet?
• Is goat yoga a fun twist on wellness or just an Instagram gimmick?
• Should towns prioritize quirky attractions over traditional festivals?
• Would you let butterflies land on you, or does the idea creep you out?

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