SALTS Summer 2018 Trip 2 - Pacific Grace & Pacific Swift

TRIP DETAILS

BOARDING Date: Friday, July 13th Time: 11:00am Location: Victoria, BC - Inner Harbour - Ship Point (Map)

DISEMBARKING Date: Sunday, July 22nd Time: 11:30 am Location: , BC - Government Dock - Seagate Wharf (Map)

TRAVEL TIPS

Although SALTS DOES NOT PROVIDE OR ARRANGE TRAVEL BEFORE OR AFTER TRIPS, we hope the following information will be useful as you finalize your travel plans. • Book flights and accommodation (if needed) ASAP. Summer can be a busy time in these beautiful places! • Make sure you are familiar with your travel and accommodation provider’s policies regarding check in times, identification required at check in, baggage limits, and minors travelling alone. • Always confirm schedules directly and stay up to date with travel providers via their website or by phone closer to the departure date. Most state that schedules are subject to change without notice! • If you haven’t signed up for the Travel Plans Email Loop (highly recommended) and would like to now, we will be providing periodic updates as new trainees sign up so please let us know right away!

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VICTORIA, BC Trip 2 will begin in the beautiful capital city of British Columbia. Victoria is located on , 100km southwest of Vancouver, BC and across the Strait of Georgia. There are many transportation options for trainees travelling to and from Vancouver Island and outside Greater Victoria.

VICTORIA TRANSPORTATION

Ferries

BC Ferries provides service between the Swartz Bay Terminal, 30 minutes north of Victoria, and the Metro Vancouver ferry terminal of Tsawwassen. There are frequent sailings during the day with public buses and taxi service available to the Downtown Inner Harbour.

Black Ball Ferry operates the M.V. Coho with several crossings per day between Victoria’s Inner Harbour and Port Angeles, Washington, USA.

Clipper Vacations provides several trips per day to Seattle, Washington, USA.

V2V is a luxury cruise service scheduled to resume service in 2018 with leisurely daily crossings between downtown Vancouver and downtown Victoria. The Victoria V2V terminal is directly across the Inner Harbour from Ship Point.

Airlines Victoria International Airport (YYJ) (click link for a list of airlines) is located north of downtown Victoria, about 25 min by car.

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is accessible by air, ferry, or bus (details below).

Harbour Air operates from a seaplane terminal in Victoria’s Inner Harbour adjacent to the Ship Point dock.

Buses BC Transit provides public transportation in Greater Victoria, with regular service to the Swartz Bay ferry terminal and several trips per day to and from the Victoria International Airport (please note that only a few public transit bus routes stop at the Victoria Airport and Swartz Bay Terminal). BCFerries Connector is operated by Wilson Transport and offers service connecting Victoria with Vancouver with the option to include the ferry crossing and service to both the Victoria and Vancouver airports. Greyhound ‘s Victoria bus terminal is a few blocks from the Inner Harbour. IslandLink and Tofino Bus provide services to Vancouver Island Locations. Translink provides public transportation between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal.

Taxis & Shuttles Yellow Cabs and YYJ Shuttle offer regular service to and from the airport and many locations in Greater Victoria.

Tourism Victoria – Taxis & Shuttles lists many other taxi options.

VICTORIA ACCOMMODATION There are many options for overnight stays in Victoria and the surrounding area. A good resource for accommodation options is Tourism Victoria. Previous trainees have received good service, convenient to the Inner Harbour at:

Days Inn - 427 Belleville Street 1 (800) 665-3024 Royal Scot Hotel & Suites - 25 Quebec Street 1 (800) 663-7515

More useful information on accommodation, attractions and other amenities can be found at: • Hello BC - Victoria • Trip Advisor Victoria, BC, • Downtown Victoria Business Association

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PORT HARDY, BC

Port Hardy has long been a welcoming harbour for SALTS trainees. A “SALTY” buzz can be around this small town as over 60 young people arrive ashore, chattering and reminiscing about their great adventure. With so many trainees heading in the same direction, there are many opportunities to share travel arrangements, so if you haven’t signed up for the Travel Loop email list, you can still get on the list for the next update.

PORT HARDY TRANSPORTATION By Car: Port Hardy is approximately a 6 hour drive North from Victoria or 4 hours from Nanaimo.

By Bus: As of October 1, 2017, Tofino Bus is now operating the bus service from Port Hardy and the North Island to Campbell River and South Island locations. Tofino Bus is a contracted interline carrier for Greyhound and as such all Greyhound tickets will be accepted at North Island terminals.

By Air: The Port Hardy Airport (YZT) is a 10-minute drive from the Government Dock. provides flights. Trainees flying into Port Hardy should book the early morning flight or plan to arrive the day before and stay overnight. We recommend arranging to share a pre-booked taxi from the airport with others from the Travel Plans Email Loop.

Local Taxi Service: Yellow Pages - Port Hardy Taxis or Town Taxi – 250-949-7877

PORT HARDY ACCOMMODATION When booking be sure to let them know that you are participating in a SALTS trip – most of the operators are very familiar with our program and ships! Here are some good options for young people arriving the day prior to boarding. Do keep in mind that accommodations can book up well in advance, particularly on days when the BC Ferry is arriving or departing for northern ports. North Coast Trail Backpackers Hostel: A good budget option within sight of the dock. Owners Ann & Rob have warmly welcomed many SALTS trainees (and staff) over the years and set aside a male and female room just for SALTS trainees so be sure to mention that you are with SALTS when booking! 1-866-448-6303 [email protected] 8635 Granville Street

Pier Side Landing: As the name implies, as close to the dock as you can get; recently renovated. 1-866-902-7437 [email protected] 8600 Granville Street

Kwalilas Hotel: Opened last summer, another option not too far from the dock. 1-855-949-8525 [email protected] 9040 Granville Street

Many other accommodation options and information can be found at: • www.quarterdeckresort.net 1-888-999-2799 [email protected] 6555 Hardy Bay Road • www.glenlyoninn.com 1-877-949-7115 [email protected] 6435 Hardy Bay Road • www.northshoreinnph.com 1-877-949-8516 [email protected] 7370 Market Street • www.visitporthardy.com • www.porthardy.ca • www.porthardy.travel • www.porthardychamber.com

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