By Maureen Feighan
From The Detroit News
Detroit—The rest of the world is catching on to what Michiganians already know and have known: Mackinac Island is the best.
On Tuesday, Travel + Leisure named Mackinac the best island in the continental United States as part of its 2022 World’s Best Awards. The annual awards are based on a survey of Travel & Leisure’s 9 million readers of favorite destinations, hotels, properties and more. Hilton Head, South Carolina was last year’s best island winner (Mackinac was No. 9).
“We are elated to be recognized by the readers of Travel + Leisure for this prestigious award,” said Tim Hygh, Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau executive director, in a press release. “Mackinac Island is a destination full of character that has made it a nostalgic place people keep coming back to time and time again. This accolade is not only a testament to the charm of the island, but the incredible community and businesses that make this destination so special.”…