What: BC Ferries (Schwartz Bay to Tsawwassen) When: Friday, May 30, 2014, 11AM ferry Where: At the of Hwy 17, past Sidney, BC Purpose: Only ferry system to reach the main land. Website: http://www.bcferries.com/ Cost: $81 (rounded) for a mini van, 2 adults, 3 children 3 & under. Amenities: Free wifi while waiting. A gift shop, park, restrooms, and outside market. There are also people who walk around and sell newspapers to you while in your vehicle. On board: elevators, restrooms, cafeteria-style with lost of great options (Even White Spot), play areas, work stations, and outer deck. Overall: Always a pleasant trip. |
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"Meatball":
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"Donut":
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Pros:
- They have enough things to occupy your time while waiting for your ferry
- The family changing rooms are wonderful
- Nicely signed. You figure out where to go quickly
Con:
- They DO NOT take debit
- Wish they would run ever hour on the hour
- If subscribed to their emails, they constantly send you ferry weather updates...constantly
Dad:
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- Play place on board
- Clean
- Friendly staff
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- Small elevators that tourists take up, making it hard for people who actually need it
"Meatball":
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- A playground to play on while we wait for the ferry
- A play area to waste time in while waiting to get off the ferry
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- Parents don't mind their kids all the time so, some kids break the rules
- Big kids play on equipment that is clearly posted for 5 & under and stomp on little ones
"Donut":
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- Lots of room to dance and spin
- Normally a variety of other kids to play with
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- Temptation to run away
- Limited play equipment