Experience Romance And History With A Horse Drawn Carriage

By Annabelle Holman


Everyone needs a bit of romance in their life sometimes. There are many different ways to do this but nothing beats opting for a bit of old-fashioned charm. For example, exchange the sound of a car engine with the clippity-clop of a horse drawn carriage and your day will be much more romantic, no matter whether you find yourself in Sherwood Park AB or in Paris, France.

In many places in the world, carriages are especially popular with tourists. Central Park in New York City is famous for its carriages, for instance. Even in rather more unexpected cities, such as the Nicaraguan city of Granada, this mode of transport is an excellent way to explore the local streets. Often the horses are adorned with striking headdresses to add a bit of glamour.

Sometimes the mode of transport is not only there for the benefit of the tourists. It may be one of the only ways to get around in a place. An example is Mackinac Island in Michigan, where the ingredients for the famous fudge are delivered the old-fashioned way due to the fact that there are no cars on the island.

There is no better way to impress a date than with a carriage ride. You may opt for ones already operating in places like Central Park or you may specially hire a vehicle and the horses to pull it. Check the weather, especially if you're planning on riding with the top down, and take a warm blanket just in case. Then surprise your date with some champagne and a delectable picnic.

When your date has been sufficiently impressed, it may be time to start arranging the wedding. For a true fairy-tale event, rent the most stylish of the carriages available, as well as the most beautiful horses you can find, to transport the happy couple on the day. Remember to adorn the animals with ribbons for a bit of royal romance.

Horses and carriages are synonymous with royalty and in England, this is often the mode of transport for weddings and state events. When you see him sitting next to his wife, Queen Elizabeth, in one of these carriages, it's hard to believe that the Duke of Edinburgh could make a sport out of driving carriages. However, he's been a pioneer in developing this competitive equestrian sport.

There is a large variety of carriages to choose from and you need to take into account why you would need one. For a wedding or a romantic date, a stately open-top carriage is the way to go. For competitive driving, you need to choose a lightweight vehicle instead. It's also important to remember that not just any horse will be suitable. While thoroughbreds with long and slender legs are perfect for horse-racing, you should opt instead for animals that have a strong, stockier build. They need to be trained in pulling carriages too and it's essential that they're in top condition.

There are different places where you'll be able to get carriages and horses. Open-air museums might be willing to rent these to you if you're lucky. However, your best bet is to contact stables in your area. If they can't rent out carriages themselves, they might be able to point you in the right direction.




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