Transportation is a “seldom” discussed topic when it comes to weddings; although it can be an important part of the overall theme or style to your wedding.

Several years ago my sister got married to husband #2 and she and I were raised in a “country” style town, rode horses as kids and our parents raised us with country traditions.  We were both in 4-H, FFA raised pigs, chickens, ducks, sheep and of course had our horses.  So it was no wonder that she was going to get married in the front yard with a custom dress in an “old” west style dress, my dad gave her away with a “shotgun” and she was brought up the driveway in a “horse drawn carriage”.

Your style is your style.  When I got married over 30 yrs ago I’ll tell you that a Limo was out of the question, so what did we do?  We rode from the church to the reception in my girlfriends TransAm.  Yes today that’s a vintage car, but 30 yrs ago it was brand new. 

The hottest thing today is to drive off in a Vintage car or a Luxury car.  Be sure you rent from a reputable company who has the proper insurances and can (if necessary) provide a knowledgeable, responsible driver.  A referral from a friend is also a good idea or use your Wedding Planner to help you make the decision.

Horse drawn carriages are also the ultimate fantasy ride.  Dreams of Cinderella with the carriage and white horses come to mind when you think of horses and carriages (or atleast I do).  Going along with this is riding a horse into and during the ceremony also.  It all comes down to “theme”.

If you have a beach wedding then horses may not work, but a vintage or luxury car would be awesome.  Or how about riding into the ceremony on a boat that hits the beach and you jump out and come over the crashing waves to say your vows.

Another crazy thought might be a “Hay ride” you could have your entire wedding party and ceremony take place on a hay wagon as it rolls through the countryside. 

Ok, so I’m not sure where I was going with this, except to say that the choice is yours.  How do you want to arrive and leave your wedding?  Take time to look at different options like: theme, you, your spouse, family and location.

Happy traveling with your wedding.