Kalamazoo is located in southwest Michigan. To experience Kalamazoo as the locals do, stay at a local Kalamazoo inn or B&B. Time your visit around the many festivals in the area. Each summer, Kalamazoo hosts the KIA Art Fair, the second oldest art fair in continuous operation in the country. When visiting, look at the schedule for The Gilmore. The Gilmore is a non-profit organization dedicated to the piano that hosts concerts, awards, and tutorials throughout the year. Many Kalamazoo bed and breakfasts are a short walk from the local downtown, a great area for leisurely walking, with a wide variety of cafes, shops, and museums. If you are interested in aviation, visit the Kalamazoo Air Zoo, which preserves and promotes the advances of flight technology. When you get hungry, remember that Bell's Brewery, Eccentric Cafe, and Beer Garden offers home-grown beers, live music, and a variety of pub fare. If you are looking for something exotic, try Rasa Ria, a Malaysian and Indonesian restaurant. Less