Pizza. A food loved by all and what some would consider a universal food group. From deep dish to New York style and Detroit brick oven to Neopolitan, the pizza pie has evolved over the years, making it a staple in the average persons diet.
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Author: Tracy Padot, CTA
With a disdain for cooking but a love of eating, odds are good that you can find Tracy dining out in one of Greater Lansing’s many diverse restaurants. Luckily her day job as the VP of Marketing Communications provides her the opportunity to explore and promote the area’s popular establishments. Tracy’s favorite question to ask a visitor is “What do you like to eat?” and then offering the perfect place to fit their tastes. Thankfully Tracy’s husband, Tim owns a pizza joint, so they always have a dinner option for their son Nick that the whole family enjoys...and doesn’t involve doing dishes.
During her nearly 20 year tenure at the GLCVB, Tracy has been an integral part of strategic planning and promoting the region to visitors of all kinds - embodying the vision to inspire visitors to love Lansing just as much as we do.
Plan Your Michigan Staycation
January 14, 2021 by Tracy Padot, CTA

While going South to some more sunny states sounds great for a spring break, it may not be so good for the wallet. Stay on budget and plan a Michigan Staycation in Greater Lansing that the family will never forget! Get hands-on with a whole bunch of family-friendly indoor activities, take the family on an outdoor adventure or plan for your weekend at the pool!
5 Ways a CVB Can Help Plan Your Vacation
January 14, 2021 by Tracy Padot, CTA

So you’ve decided to plan your vacation for the upcoming year. You’re doing a bunch of google searching, Pinterest scrolling and talking to others about the best places to go in Michigan. Well, have you ever thought of using your destinations CVB to help with your travel plans?
Get “Colorful” with Greater Lansing
January 13, 2021 by Tracy Padot, CTA

While the winter weather may be gray and gloomy – Greater Lansing’s artists and attractions have compiled fun coloring activities to brighten your world with color. Whether you prefer colored pencils or crayons, coloring is a great stress reliever for adults and has multiple benefits for the little ones as they work on their fine motor skills. Check out the list below and pick your favorite #lovelansing pages to download. And remember, If you share your completed pages on social media be sure to use the #lovelansing.
Greater Lansing’s Best Decadent Desserts
January 13, 2021 by Tracy Padot, CTA

Whether you’re looking for a box of chocolates to gift your sweetheart or a decadent dessert to share with your family, we’ve highlighted Greater Lansing’s best candy makers, bakeries and bistros. We encourage you to try them all!
Love Lansing Restauranteurs Share Their Insights and Top Menu Items
January 4, 2021 by Tracy Padot, CTA

We know the #lovelansing community is eager to support local dining establishments. So we polled several of our GLCVB members and asked them to share some highlights about their restaurants. Get to know the faces and stories (behind the masks) that serve up delicious dishes in Greater Lansing. Unique in their own way, we encourage you to try them all!
Cheering On The Spartans Safely & Responsibly
October 15, 2020 by Tracy Padot, CTA

Spartan football is back!. We encourage everyone to embrace that excitement and the return of Big Ten football responsibly. We've outlined relevant information about what you need to know about the upcoming season to keep fans, students, alumni and visitors healthy and safe.
Lansing's Fall Color Road Trip
September 2, 2020 by Tracy Padot, CTA
Who doesn’t love a fall color tour? If you’re looking for a quick road trip that allows you to take in the kaleidoscope of fall colors all while providing stops to sample delicious uniquely Michigan tastes, we’ve got you covered. We’ve lined up a weekend itinerary that can be customized and enjoyed whether you want a romantic escape or a fun outing with the kids.
Top 10 #lovelansing Summer Bucket List
August 17, 2020 by Tracy Padot, CTA

As summer winds down take a moment to see if you've hit all of our Top 10 Things to Do on your #lovelansing Summer Bucket List. These are our top picks that every Michigander should experience in the Greater Lansing region. We've still got great weather for weeks to come so if you haven't explored them all - there's still time! The best part? They all make it easy to social distance so you can enjoy them safely and responsibly.
Know Before You Go: 10 Things to Do Before & During Your Trip to Lansing, Michigan
August 6, 2020 by Tracy Padot, CTA

5 Things to Do BEFORE You Get to Greater Lansing
- Review the updated safety precautions and guidelines. The state of Michigan requires individuals to wear a face covering in public places. Learn more about Michigan’s Coronavirus guidelines here.
- Plan out the activities you'd like to do on your visit while maintaining social distancing and safety guidelines. Please note most businesses are open although some attractions may request you reserve a timed entry ticket. Please note: a few attractions and businesses are currently closed.
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