Since our honeymoon some 34 year ago my wife and I have been coming to Mackinac Island. Starting with a short ferry ride to get there, you feel transported to a different place and time. Mackinac Island provides a unique opportunity for visitors to experience a “no motor vehicle” approach to life - requiring them to walk, ride a bike or take a horse-drawn taxi to get to a destination - instead of driving there. This results in an immediate slowing down of pace and gets you into “vacation mode” right away where one is, quite literally, able to “stop and smell the roses” or take a picture of them. For many, a day trip to the gift shops may be all they associate with a visit to Mackinac Island. While there are guided tours to the more well-known main attractions, such as Arch Rock and the like, the number and variety of trails are one of the islands best kept “secrets”. These well-mapped trails range from smooth paved bike and walking trails around the perimeter and interior of the island to hiking paths - some of which are well-suited to both equestrian and/or mountain bike travels. Beyond that, there is so much more to experience when you stay overnight at one of the many hotels here. Once the day-tourists depart on the last ferry, the island takes on a whole new character - a serene quality that lasts until the next next morning where the streets are quiet and empty and you can enjoy some solitude with a hot cup of coffee or your favorite beverage from one of the coffee shops before the first ferry arrives. For those who prefer a little more activity in the evening, Horn’s Bar is a popular night spot - often with live music. Of course, whether you visit just for the day or overnight there are many excellent restaurants here ranging from simple hamburger fare to cuisine that will satisfy even the most sophisticated palate. So regardless of what you are looking for, the island has something for everyone and you can be assured that you’ll have a great time when you visit.