A tiny bakery at the northern tip of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula makes the best doughnuts in the state. That is our opinion, and after one bite of a thimbleberry-frosted doughnut from Jamsen’s Bakery, it will be yours too. Still don’t believe us? Gordon Ramsay stopped by for a taste himself in September 2020. He said, “This is wonderful.”

Donuts and coffee at Jamsen's Bakery, Copper Harbor, Michigan

 

 

International travel has largely returned to normal for Australians in 2026, but questions remain about whether a COVID-19 vaccine is still required or recommended before heading overseas. The short answer is: it depends on where you are going and your personal health circumstances. This guide breaks down what you need to know before you pack your bags.

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Cornish miners brought pasties to the Keweenaw, Michigan's Upper Peninsula, during the 1800s. The hearty, handheld meal was easy to carry underground and filling enough for a long day’s work. Long after the mines closed, the pasty remained — and today, it is one of the Keweenaw’s most beloved traditions.

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Thoughtful travel begins long before tickets are booked, because every place has social patterns that shape daily life. Maps can show streets, trains, museums, and hotels, but they cannot show how people greet one another, share space, use silence, or define respect. For educators, students, families, and lifelong learners, preparation should include social context and humility.