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Alternative Wedding Transportation

12 Micron Posted: October 30, 2012

You don’t have to get around in a car – there are planes, trains and boats as well!

Travel by air

Descending from the air is a very Hollywood way to make an entrance, whether you drift down by hot air balloon, glide in by water plane or pop out of a chopper. Helicopters are handy if you are having your photographs taken in a remote area that is both far away and also hard to get to by car. Just one catch – watch your hairdo!

Travel on water

Arriving by boat adds great impact when your reception is by the water. There are water taxis, speed boats, Rivercats, sailing boats and cruisers available just to name a few. If you would like to arrive by water, consider a high-sided boat to preserve your “do” and your bouquet. It’s a nice idea and a treat for your guests to all arrive by boat if you are hiring a large vessel. It will add to the celebration – you could even have some music and canapés served.

Horse and cart

True romantics may be tempted to recreate the ‘olde worlde’ charm of yesteryear by arriving in a horse-drawn carriage, complete with footmen. Open landaus (a coach with a top which may be opened and drawn back) and wagonettes are suitable for the warmer months. Covered carriages are available as well. All of them are drawn by decorated horses. Don’t expect the horses to pull you along at great speed, especially if you are running late. Carriages are best used for shorter distances – and of course they look great in the photos.

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