Mackinac Island Weddings Mackinac Weddings Carriages carriage route is usually determined by your pickup location, reserved time, weather conditions, wind, and time of day but usually your photog- rapher and the driver determine the best route and work together to make sure your ride is perfect. Carriages typically ride through the downtown area, passing by views of the Mackinac Bridge, lighthouses, and shoreline, through the woods and atop both east and west bluffs. Many couples include their wed- ding party or parents on carriages too, so consider including a second or third touring style carriage to join you. Having the bridal party or par- ents join you creates a memorable Wedding Your Beautiful Day Made Complete Carriages The Green Vis-a-Vis The Victoria The White Vis-a-Vis The Landau Your Headquarters for Authentic, Romantic Horse Drawn Carriages 906-847-3307 www.MICT.com The Miller experience for them and the oppor- tunity for more photos of everyone on location during the various carriage ride photo stops. The world’s largest horse and buggy livery is M ACKINAC I SLAND C AR RIAGE T OURS and an antique carriage from them is the crowning touch to your special day. Their wedding coordinator will tailor the carriage arrangements to suit your needs. For the bride and groom's carriage and for the wedding party's, choose from seven beautiful carriages in a variety of colors, sizes and styles. For information contact their coordinator Susan Horn year round at 906-847-3573. G OUGH C ARRIAGE L IVERY , owned and operated by long time Island resi- dents Dale and Jodi Gough, offers 4 styles of beautiful carriages for your wedding, vow renewal or other spe- cial occasion. Jodi Gough will help you with the details and timing for your carriage ride. From the eight passenger Justin Touring Carriage to the Victorian style Vis-a-Vis, there is a wedding carriage for you and your guests to arrive in style. Contact Jodi at 906-440-9846 year round. For general transportation of guests, you must make taxi arrange- ments for your guests prior to the wedding. Simply call and specify the time, location and number of people. On busy days, the taxi company can not guarantee availability with a last minute call. The Island’s Taxi Service operated by Mackinac Island Carriage Tours, can arrange transportation services anywhere on the Island day or night. For large groups, call in advance to make reservations at 906- 847-3573. Carriage companies book carriages year round and it is suggested that you book your carriage six to nine months in advance to make sure you are able to book your favorite car- riage. Then on the big day, just sit back, relax and enjoy the ride! Mackinac Island Wedding Guide 33