From historic Mackinac Island churches and one-of-a-kind spots including the gazebo from “Somewhere in Time” to some of the most picturesque waterfront settings on the planet, Mackinac Island is home to many spectacular wedding venues. It’s also the scene of many treasured wedding traditions such as the fairy tale horse-drawn carriage ride and the iconic […]
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The Wedding of Sara Romano and Spencer Baird, The Inn at Stonecliffe, Mackinac Island (Originally published June 22, 2017) Spencer and I chose to get married on Mackinac Island because my family spent time on the Island while I was growing up. Knowing we wanted to be married by the water, I immediately thought of
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When you think of Mackinac Island, what word comes to mind? Breathtaking? Surrounded by water within sight of the Mackinac Bridge, Mackinac Island offers stunning sights all over. Relaxing? On Mackinac Island you can leave your fast-paced life behind. In fact, the whole island is car-free! Fudge? Mmm, world-famous Mackinac Island fudge!
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Everyone on Mackinac Island is a photographer. With the cameras in our phones and the breathtaking scenery all around the USA’s Best Summer Travel Destination, it’s easy to snap the perfect shot for your social media. As for getting the perfect family portrait, well, nothing is ever easy about that. From the setting to the
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The venues are exceedingly gorgeous. The photo ops exceptionally stunning. The food exquisitely prepared. Mackinac Island weddings are special in so many ways. Yet, in some ways, they’re just like weddings everywhere else. Take the musical entertainment, for example. Like the typical wedding, receptions on Mackinac Island often feature classic songs earlier in the night
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Spectacular photos at gorgeous venues both indoors and out. A “Just Married” horse-drawn carriage ride. The iconic downtown kiss right in the middle of Main Street. That’s all part of a fairytale Mackinac Island wedding. And it could be your reality. But how do you even start planning the Mackinac Island wedding of your dreams?
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Certain dates tend to become popular times for couples to get married. Perhaps the most popular wedding date of all time was July 7, 2007 – or 07/07/07 – when tens of thousands of couples got hitched, hoping triple sevens would bless their marriage with a triple dose of good luck. The year 2020 was
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When was the last time you were at a wedding where the dessert table featured authentic Mackinac Island fudge? Or where the wedding party went for a cruise under the Mackinac Bridge? There were more than 2 million weddings in the United States last year – more than 6,000 every single day – and so
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Are you thinking about getting married? If you have marriage on your mind, you’ve probably imagined a destination wedding. Getting married away from home continues to be a rising trend, with 25% of nuptials now taking place out of town. Among couples who have been married before, destination weddings are even more common. If you’re
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From quaint places to stay in town to the stunning Victorian architecture of, Mackinac Island oozes charm. The 19th-century vibe makes it feel like you’re walking through yesteryear. That sense is especially strong when passing by Mackinac Island’s historic church buildings. Only about 500 people live year-round on Mackinac Island, yet the collection of church
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The jewel of the Great Lakes. Enjoy beautiful vistas, shopping, and carriage rides during the day, and watch the city transform at night with its happening music and bar scene. Mackinac Island has something for everyone.
Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau
7274 Main Street
Mackinac Island, MI 49757
(906) 847-3783
www.mackinacisland.org
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