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Travel Note

Ferry Schedule and Information

The ferry runs regularly throughout the summer. Jason and I have purchased round trip tickets for you during our wedding weekend. When you get to the dock, go to the counter and tell them you are with the DILAURA DEGEN WEDDING. Your name will be on the list. We included a voucher card in the wedding invitation. This is not needed to claim your tickets; it is just a physical reminder that we purchased tickets for you. Your pre-paid tickets are available for our wedding weekend. If you are going to arrive early or stay later, please let us know so we can notify the dock. You may access your ticket from either dock- Mackinaw City or St. Ignace. The times in blue are for the Mighty Mac. We suggest this option if time permits. It is a fun ride under the bridge! Mighty Mac departures are regularly priced departures which travel under the Mackinac Bridge for a brief narrated tour via our captain while also offering great photo opportunities. There is no additional charge for our Mighty Mac departures. Guests traveling on a Mighty Mac departure should anticipate a 25 minute trip to Mackinac Island. Before you cross the water to the island, you will be asked which hotel you are staying at. Tell the porters Mission Point and your luggage will be tagged and transferred directly to the hotel. You'll receive one luggage tag per bag. Upon check-in, you will present these luggage tags to the front desk. This will ensure that your luggage gets to the correct room. Please keep any items that you may need, such as medication, on your person.

Hotel

Mission Point Resort

Our wedding and reception will take place at Mission Point. There is a discounted rate for the DiLaura Degen wedding from July 18- July 20. There is a 2 night minimum for this discount. The special rate deadline is May 20, 2025. Early reservations are encouraged. You can book online by clicking the "VIEW" button below. OR call reservations at (800) 833-7711. Mission Point is located approximately 3/4 mile from downtown Mackinac Island, at the east end of the Mission District.

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Other hotel accommodations on the island

Mackinac Island has many amazing hotels. At this website, you will find information and links to other hotels on the island. Click on the white button below labeled "VIEW" to see the options. For reference: Mission Point is located approximately 3/4 mile from downtown Mackinac Island, at the east end of the Mission District. You can take a horse taxi to get to Mission Point from any hotel. If you are wanting exercise, it is a 15-minute walk to get to Mission Point from the ferry docks.

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Hotel accomodations in Mackinaw City

There are also many hotels in Mackinaw City. Click on the white button below labeled "VIEW" to see all the options. At the time of writing this post, the last ferry off the island is at 10pm. Refer to the ferry website to make sure there haven't been any changes in the times. https://www.sheplersferry.com