Mackinaw Island Michigan

Mackinac Island bridge connects Michigan's upper and lower peninsula.

Next up, a week in Mackinaw City. I first saw Mackinac Island in the Christopher Reeve's 1980's movie, Somewhere in Time set at the Grand Hotel on the Island.  The hotel is beautiful from the outside, I can't imagine how beautiful it is on the inside.  Dave had told me about it years ago, and the beauty of the island did not disappoint.  There are only a few options to move about the island, walking, riding a bicycle, horse back, or a carriage ride.  How very charming.  We arrive on the island via ferry, since there are no cars on the island, no sense having a bridge.  So, we set off on foot to explore the island.  We soon realized that while we were enjoying the walk, in order to see more of the island, we needed to take a carriage ride.  I would definitely recommend that if ever visit the island, take the carriage ride.  Bikes would be a great option also, but it was a hot day, so the ride was a wonderful option.  We had a great day on the island, definitely recommend a visit.  

The Grand Hotel  (Below view from the ferry)

Arch Rock is a beautiful spot on the island.  Lake Michigan is beauiful here.

Above is an island garbage truck.

 

Below is how luggage is transported.

Good bye Mackinac Island, until we meet again.  Hopefully next time we don't have to wear a mask.

While in the area we also visited the Catholic Shrine, The Cross in the Woods, located in Indian River MI.  It is a beautiful, serene setting, and  is the home of the worlds largest crucifix.  The cross was made from a single redwood tree.  

If you are ever in the area, it is a beautiful place to visit.  Dave had visited here when he was a child in Michigan. So glad we visited, in this crazy time, it is nice to visit a place where you can take the time to reflect on your faith while surrounded by Gods beauty.