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Travels With Minnie: Mackinac Island-A Life Without Cars

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We caught an early ferry to explore Mackinac Island.

Charming Mackinac Island sits in Lake Huron, just off the east coast of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Established in 1895, it’s Michigan’s first state park and offers something for everyone…except car enthusiasts. The automobile ban began in 1898 and remains in effect today. Visitors see the park on foot, bike, horse or in one of the horse-drawn carriages or taxis.

While there’s no charge for using your feet, other transportation is available for a price.
Even trash collection is done with horse and wagon.
Built in 1887, Grand Hotel is a historic reminder of old world elegance. We poked around the lobby, enjoyed the view from the veranda and dreamed of days gone by.
For hundreds of years, pints have been poured, battles fought and ships have sailed.
I fell in love with the big, beautiful historic homes lining the streets.

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9 responses to “Travels With Minnie: Mackinac Island-A Life Without Cars”

  1. Jackie Bachman Avatar
    Jackie Bachman

    Lovely! No cars!

    Jackie Bachman Board Member, Community Relations OHRA (760) 889-5122 Jackie.bachman53@gmail.com

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  2. LTodd Avatar
    LTodd

    No cars. What a treat. It’s hard to picture how historic towns were back in the day when the streets are parked up with cars. I’m adding Mackinac to my must see list.

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    1. carryoncouple.com Avatar
      carryoncouple.com

      Good choice! A hiking and biking paradise! Especially before the bulk of tourists arrive!

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  3. Nancy Hardwick Avatar
    Nancy Hardwick

    I love visiting Mackinaw Island; I’ve been there many times. Biking around the perimeter is a nice way to enjoy it! Actually Kathy & I did that years ago when I still lived in IL!

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      carryoncouple.com

      We thought about taking our bikes, but decided against it…since we just did a day trip. Really glad we were able to spend the day when it was not crowded.

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  4. Lori OliverTierney Avatar
    Lori OliverTierney

    Thank you for carrying me along on your trip to many places I will never see. What a great trip. Happy trails

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      carryoncouple.com

      Never say “never” Lori…thanks for following along!

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  5. Silva Avatar
    Silva

    So impressed with how much of the island you covered in a day. We stayed at the Grand Hotel for one night about a year and a half ago. Wonderful experience. One and done, but what a unique place.

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      carryoncouple.com

      It felt a little like Disneyland…so clean and tidy!

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