BC Ferries – A View
Musings and pictures of BC Ferries
Musings and pictures of BC Ferries
Vancouver Island has a large selection of key areas for you to explore.
Ocean Wilderness Country (North Island), featuring Port Hardy and Port McNeill.
Telegraph Cove near Port McNeill is the birthplace of whale watching. Port Hardy
is the terminus of the Prince Rupert ferry.
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Fishing Paradise (North Central Island), featuring Campbell River, Comox & Courtenay.
Campbell River is the sport fishing capital of BC, famous for its Tyee (Chinook
salmon that are more than 13.5 kg (29.76 lbs.).
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Oceanside (Central Vancouver Island), featuring Qualicum Beach, Parksville & Nanaimo.
Parksville/Qualicum is famous for its beaches and scenery. Nanaimo may have an amazing dessert named after it, but has much more than that to offer.
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Pacific Rim, featuring Port Alberni, Tofino, Ucluelet & Bamfield.
Whales, storms, Long Beach and some of the most amazing views in the world
await the traveller.
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Cowichan, featuring Duncan, Ladysmith and Chemanius.
On the drive from Victoria to other areas of the Island, don't miss the totem
poles in Duncan, the murals in Chemainus and the sheltered harbour of Ladysmith.
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South Island, featuring Greater Victoria BC and Sooke.
Tourism opportunities are limitless in Victoria with easy access to the West Coast Trail from Port Renfrew
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The Gulf Islands, featuring unique islands from the northern Malcolm Island to the better known Saltspring Island in the south.
Nature, history and the arts are plentiful in The Explore ...
Comox Valley Inn is located in Courtenay. Easy access to Mount Washington Ski Resort, Crown Isle Golf Course, Morningstar Golf Course, Strathcona Provincial Park, Vancouver Island MusicFest, Courtenay Paleontology Center, the Snow to Surf Relay Race, & the Filberg Festival. You can arrive by Comox International Airport (YQQ), Island Highway (Highway 19), as well as the Powell River Ferry.
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Downtown Comox: 5.6km
Downtown Courtenay: 1km
Airport: 11.4km
The Skylite Motel is a perfect place for Parksville accommodation and lodging, with all of our amenities and services, for you and your family to relax at, once you have finished your busy day. Call us directly 1-800-667-1886 or travel further through our website to discover the many valuable accommodation services we can offer you.
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Downtown Parksville: 1.2km
Located on Vancouver Island's east coast, we are small, pet friendly, & family-oriented. Summer/winter Seaview's guest often return year after year! While only moments away from the amenities of Qualicum Beach, 8 self-contained cottages can be found nestled between a wild river estuary, & a beach. Enjoy an unrivalled view of the Strait of Georgia, Gulf islands, and snowy Coastal Mountains beyond.
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Downtown Qualicum Beach: 4.1km
Our two storey Motel is centrally located in Courtenay with ease access to skiing, golfing and beaches. We offer different room types to meet the needs of our guests. Rooms come with a/c, wireless internet, movies on demand and laundry facilities. Enjoy our Deluxe Complimentary Continental Breakfast and outdoor heated seasonal pool. Pets are welcome at a nominal fee.
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Downtown Comox: 3.5km
Downtown Courtenay: 3.5km
Airport: 12.8km
We are Jamie and Joan Wood have lived in Campbell River for 35 years. We have 2 children and brought them up with a lot of outdoor activities. We love Campbell River as it has every thing to offer. We love to ski, fish, play tennis,golf and hike. We have a place in the mountains called Moat Lake which is on a 13 acre island in the Strathacona park, Jamie Wood family property since 1946.
Located in central Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, this motel is across from Harborside Walkway and offers sea views of Newcastle Channel. Free WiFi and a kitchen are featured in all suites. Guest suites include a living room with a flat-screen TV. The suites also offer a private bathroom. The motel provides barbecue facilities for guest use. Diving, kayak and bicycle storage is available on site.
This Parksville Motel, is centrally located on Vancouver Island making it a perfect home base for exploring the many other beautiful areas with just a day trip in any direction. Long Beach (west) Campbell River (north) and Nanaimo/Chemainus or Victoria (south) to name a few. There are many modes of transportation available to explore Vancouver Island - bus, train, car, even biking and hiking.
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Downtown Parksville: 0.8km
Enjoy the seclusion of our quiet resort park on the Englishman River with the convenience of being a few minutes from beaches, golfing and shopping. Our Parksville resort caters to a full range of visitors by hosting cottages and a campground which includes full-service RV sites as well as tenting. All cottages have onsite parking, outdoor firepits, picnic tables and sun decks.
Our Parksville resort has luxurious cottages a mere 5 minutes from Rathtrevor Provincial Park and steps to endless sandy beaches. Nestled among the trees, our beautiful newly constructed pet friendly 1-2 bedroom cottages with lofts, offer a warm and inviting atmosphere. Each cottage boasts all the amenities with fully equipped kitchens of four appliances, washer/dryer, all linens and more.
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Downtown Parksville: 4.1km
Located in Port Alberni, 23 mi from Parksville, Bluebird Motel features views of the lake. Rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Some rooms features a kitchenette, based on availability. The area is popular for cycling.
Our Port Hardy inn property provides free Wi-Fi. The Port Hardy ferry terminal is 15 minutes’ drive away. Cable TV is included. A private balcony or patio is also offered in each room. Select rooms feature a kitchenette. Karai Sushi & Grill is located on site. Guest laundry is available.
The rooms at the motel are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a shower. All rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a coffee machine. Guests at Humpback Inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Port McNeill, like hiking, cycling and fishing.
Our hotel is in beautiful Sidney-by-the-Sea, only 2 minutes to and from the Anacortes WA State Ferry Terminal and from the BC Ferry Terminals. The Victoria International Airport is a 5 minute drive away. Explore the greater Victoria area and its many attractions including Butchart Gardens. We have a large fitness area, guest laundry facilities, high speed Internet, a family restaurant and more.
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Ferry - Vancouver: 5.9km
Airport: 3.8km
Downtown Victoria: 27.1km
Downtown Sidney: 0.2km
Located along Sooke Harbor, this property features ocean views and a hot tub. Free Wi-Fi and on-site parking are included. A cable TV and a seating area are featured in each accommodations at Seascape Inn. A kitchenette is offered in the cottage, suite and studio units at this property. Full kitchen facilities and a barbecue are provided in the three-bedroom house.
5 acres with 1500 ft waterfront for our Guesthouse! 3 rooms, each with private entrance, 2 queen-sized beds, private washroom, large shared living room, big screen TV, huge decks & hot tub. Continental breakfast.
Our Waterfront Cottage has 1 bedroom with queen size bed, bathroom, kitchen, dining area, living room, pull-out queen size bed, TV, fireplace, oceanside deck, BBQ & hot tub for 2.
Our Tofino lodge is on Tofino's picturesque working harbour. Seven guest rooms are complimented by common areas that often become the focus for the days activities. A full service open style kitchen extending into the window walled living room is the perfect place to relax. Below the lodge adjacent to the lawn and flower garden is the hot tub, and BBQ area. Pets are welcome!
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Downtown Tofino: 0.4km
Water's Edge Resort on the Ucluelet harbour is ideally situated for discovering wild, rugged coastal wilderness. Visitors to Ucluelet resorts enjoy miles of sandy beaches, ancient rainforests and spectacular panoramic views guaranteed to leave you breathless. Inviting suites feature west coast decor and the best in functionality and space.
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Downtown Ucluelet: 2.8km
Located in the heart of the business and shopping district, while just a short walk to Victoria's Inner Harbour, the Bedford Regency is Victoria's Best Kept Secret. The Bedford embodies old world charm and understated elegance. This boutique-style hotel captures the charm of yesteryear, while providing guests with all of today's modern conveniences.
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Ferry - Vancouver: 35.1km
Airport: 26.5km
Downtown Victoria: 0.5km
The Quality Inn Downtown provides its guests with accommodations in an ideal location for both the business and leisure traveller alike. Just two blocks away from the famous Inner Harbour and some of Victoria's best known attractions, our full service three diamond AAA-rated hotel offer guests an onsite restaurant, an English-style pub, fitness facilities, meeting space & more.
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Ferry - Vancouver: 34.8km
Airport: 26.3km
Downtown Victoria: 0.8km
The Embassy Inn is ideally situated in Victoria's magnificent Inner Harbour, directly adjacent to the Parliament Buildings and in strolling distance of the many tourist attractions, shopping and dining experiences. Serving both discerning leisure and business travellers, The Embassy Inn is Victoria's most affordable Inner Harbour hotel offering comfort, convenience and style at a reasonable price.
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Ferry - Vancouver: 35.8km
Airport: 27.2km
Downtown Victoria: 0.6km
This Victoria hotel is located next to the Inner Harbour, 2 blocks from downtown. The hotel offers 3 on-site restaurants, free Wi-Fi and spa services. The hotel features a mini-refrigerator and coffee maker in each guest room. All rooms are also equipped with cable TV and ironing facilities. Guests can relax in the sauna. The hotel is located close to various local attractions.
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Ferry - Vancouver: 33.2km
Airport: 27.5km
Downtown Victoria: 0.9km
This convenient downtown Victoria hotel is ideal for guests visiting the many attractions including Antiques Row for shopping. Spacious guest rooms and suites are equipped with free wireless high-speed Internet access, 37-inch flat screen televisions and cable TV. The on-site restaurant, is Stone's Throw. there is also a fitness centre, guest laundry, business centre and meeting facilities.
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Ferry - Vancouver: 31.7km
Airport: 26km
Downtown Victoria: 0.9km
This historic inn, built in 1905, is a Registered Heritage Property located in downtown Victoria. It offers a gourmet breakfast, colorful gardens and elegant rooms with flat-screen TVs. Bathrobes, jetted tubs and a spacious sitting area are provided in every room, and many have a terrace. The Victorian library offers an extensive book collection and a large fireplace.
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Ferry - Vancouver: 32.7km
Airport: 27km
Downtown Victoria: 1km
This boutique hotel is located in downtown Victoria. The elegant hotel features Italian marble floors, a wine bar and rooms with free Wi-Fi. All rooms are furnished with an in-room wine bar, a large work desk, 40-inch flat-screen TV and an MP3 docking station. Each bathroom includes bathrobes and deluxe toiletries.
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Ferry - Vancouver: 31.5km
Airport: 25.9km
Downtown Victoria: 1km
With stunning views of the Inner Harbour of Victoria, this hotel offers an indoor pool and a well-equipped fitness center. Guests can explore the hotel's authentic Japanese garden or browse the collection of unique art pieces. After a day of exploring Victoria, guests can relax with a luxurious in-room spa service.
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Ferry - Vancouver: 31.6km
Airport: 27.7km
Downtown Victoria: 1.1km
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