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Alaska Marine Receives Stability Budget

The Alaska Legislature has approved a $66.7 million budget to keep the Alaska Marine Highway System running for the year. 
The operating budget for the state's ferry service was increased by around $20 million over the previous year.

The ferry Aurora, (currently laid up because of cost-cutting), will receive another $19 million for repairs and and should now guarantee that a back-up ferry is available should another vessel breaks down.

Independent Rep. Dan Ortiz has determined to bring stability back to the state’s ferry network and to put "... the marine highway system in the place where they should be able to provide adequate service throughout the system."

While Governor Dunleavy still has an option to veto the budget, it is thought to be unlikely after this last years strain on not only the system, but Alaska residents & visitors to the state.


BC Ferries Continue To Operarte

Public Requested to Limit Ferry Travel

BC Ferries has announced that their Lower mainland, Vancouver Island & the Gulf Island ferries will continue to operate but travellers are asked to only take the ferries when necessary.

"None of us should be travelling if it is not essential,” said Mark Collins, BC Ferries president and CEO, in a statement.

Travellers that need to travel should know that the company has taken steps to keep ferry travel as safe as possible but customers are being requested to adhere to safe practices for their own safety and for the safety of BC Ferries employees."

Enhanced cleaning measures are in place aboard all operating BC Ferries.

Passengers are at this time, able to remain in their vehicles on most decks to restrict contact with other passengers.

For reservations on the Northern routes, click on the appropriate live link:  Port Hardy; Prince Rupert, Skidegate Haida Gwaii).


Port Angeles - Victoria Ferry Update

Port Angeles - Victoria Ferry Suspends Service

Effective 30 March, 2020 through 30 April 2020, ferry service between Port Angeles WA and Victoria BC will be suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Black Ball Line said service will continue to operate under the current schedule until 30 March, to allow for the return of United States and Canadian citizens back to both countries as well as commercial cargo service.

All non-essential travel is suspended in accordance with announcements from Canadian and U.S. federal governments.

The last sailing of the MV COHO ferry from Port Angeles will depart at 2 pm on March 29.
The last sailing of the MV COHO ferry from Victoria will depart at 4 pm on March 29.

Seattle - Victoria Ferry Sailings Suspended

No Seattle - Victoria Ferry Sailings Until 20 May


Clipper ferry travel will be suspended between Seattle & Victoria until May 20, 2020 for precautionary reasons related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The company is taking extra measures to ensure the health and safety of both their customers and employees during this critical time.
Clipper will continue to coordinate closely with government and health officials to provide guidance and direction on their return to service.

To book travel between Seattle - Victoria during the summer or fall months go to www.ferrytravel.com or email : info@ferrytravel.com

Alaska Undertakes Intensified Ferry Cleaning

Cleaning on Board the Alaska Ferries

  1. All public restrooms are disinfected three times per day & wiped down routinely throughout the day.
  2. High touch areas such as handrails, countertops, door handles, drinking fountains and vending machines are sanitized several times per day.
  3. The ferry system has temporarily removed certain food items such as salad bars, self-serve & unwrapped food items from all cafes. (Removed items can be requested from the cook, server or cashier).
  4. The State is providing regular training to all crew regarding the CDC advised cleaning practices.
  5. AMHS is using the CDC recommended disinfecting and sanitizing products.

To enquire about summer fall ferry sailings email: info@ferrytravel.com

AMHS Temporarily Waives Ferry Cancellation Fees

COVED -19 Consideration

As a result of the COVED19 outbreak, the State of Alaska has recognized that travellers may wish to avoid discretionary ferry travel until the epidemic is under control.
With this is mind, Alaska ferry cancellation fees are now being waived until 08 April, 2020

To cancel or make changes to an itinerary contact: info@ferrytravel.com

Alaska Ferry Schedule Changes

MV Lituya Schedule Change Effective Thursday March 26 - April 30

Overnighting in Ketchikan during this period, the Alaska ferry MV Lituya will follow the schedule below on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays.

Depart Ketchikan at 10:45am 
Arrive Annette Bay at 11:30am
Depart Annette Bay at 3:45pm
Arrive Ketchikan at 3:30pm

The ferry will not operate on Tuesdays or Wednsdays.

Seattle to Victoria Ferry Operations Suspended

 Seattle to Victoria Ferry Cancellations

Effective Tuesday March 17 2020, Clipper Navigation will suspended all Seattle Victoria ferry sailings through and inclusive of April 30.

It is hoped that regular Seattle Victoria ferry service will be restored May 01, 2020.
Regular updates will be posted here as they occur.

Canadian Borders Now Closed Except To US & Cdn Citizens

US Citizens Still Able to Travel To Canada

With the exception of US residents and diplomats, Prime Minister Trudeau announced this morning that Canada would be closing her borders to all foreign nationals at midnight.

This action has been taken to try to protect the health and safety of both Canadians and American citizens.

For more information email: info@ferrytravel.com

Ferries Between Washington And Canada

Seattle Ferry, Port Angeles Ferry, & BC Ferries


Sailings are proceeding as scheduled for the Seattle - Victoria ferry (passenger only); the ferry from Port Angeles to Victoria (passenger - vehicle ferry) and the BC Ferries (passenger - vehicle ferries) serving Vancouver Island, the Sunshine Coast and the northern routes of Prince Rupert, Port Hardy, Haida Gwai etc

Alaska Marine Cancellation Policy

The State of Alaska Ferries Are Currently Running As Scheduled

The State of Alaska has advised that as the Alaska Marine ferries continue to operate according to schedule, fees for any cancellations will continue to apply.

As updates from the State are received, they will be posted here.

Any questions will be answered through info@ferrytravel.com  

Seattle Victoria Ferry Reservations

Popularity of the Seattle Victoria Ferry Still Strong


In spite of COVID-19, travel on the Seattle Victoria ferry is still heavy.

With the reduction of sailings (no Tuesday or Wed sailings until May 14), it is now more important than ever to book well in advance if planning travel on the ferry either from Seattle to Victoria or Victoria to Seattle.

With the daffodils, crocus, tulips, hycinths etc all competing for spring praise, Victoria is particularly beautiful at this time of year.

Click to book or get information on the Seattle Victoria ferry

Travel Insurance More Important Than Ever

Travel Insurance Protects Ferry Cancellation Charges

With the outbreak of COVID-19, securing travel insurance to protect against unexpected ferry cancellations /changes is now more important than ever.

Travel insurance can usually be obtained from auto associations ( AAA, BCAA, NFU, RAC) or independent insurance agencies.

BEFORE buying trip insurance however, double check with your credit card company as travel insurance is often an included perk with the more popular cards.
While it is important to carry travel insurance, it is both frustrating & unnecessarily costly, to pay for coverage you already have.

BC Ferries Request to Ministry of Transportation

Request to Self-Isolate on BC Ferry Trips

Premier Horgan has requested that BC Ferries relax the law prohibiting passengers parked on the lower ferry decks, from staying in their vehicles.

Currently, only passenger parked on open (top) deck/s are allowed to stay in their vehicles while the ferries are underway.

In response to the request of Premier Horgan & a number of ferry travellers, Mark Collins, president of BC Ferries, has asked Transport Canada for temporary lenience of the relatively new requirement regarding passengers staying in their vehicles.

For the most updated information, email: info@ferrytravel.com 

Seattle Victoria Ferry COVID-19 Update

Seattle Victoria Ferry Schedules Changed Due to COVID-19

COVID-19 has caused the Seattle Victoria ferry schedule to be temporarily adjusted.
 
From March 17,2020 through to and including May 14, 2020, the Seattle Victoria ferry will no longer operate on Tuesdays or Wednesdays. 
Regular sailings will be in effect Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Questions can be sent to and will be answered at info@ferrytravel.com.

Seattle Film Festival 2020

Book the Victoria to Seattle Ferry Early to Ensure SFF Space

The 2020 Seattle Film Festival (SFF) will take place May 14 through June 07,2020.
The mission of SFF is to "create experiences that bring people together to discover extraordinary films from around the world."         Passes and more information is available at www.siff.net.

Hopping the ferry from Victoria to Seattle at 5:00 PM lands you into downtown Seattle in time for a fashionably late dinner. The Rhein Haus, Saint John's Bar & Eatery, maybe dessert at Full Tilt to suggest a few.

Spend the next day visiting some of Seattles' well known and diversely focused museums ( SAM; Mohai; Chihuly), Galleries ( Henry Art Gallery; M.I A. Gallery James Harris Gallery), or shopping and people watching at the Pike Place Market -  all part of the Seattle experience.

For reservations on the high-speed, passenger only Victoria Seattle ferry, book your reservations on ferrytravel.com

Alaska Ferry Tazlina Out Of Drydock

MV Tazlina Ready to Begin Service

The M/V Tazlina will return to regular scheduled service from Juneau to Angoon, Hoonah, Haines, and Skagway on Thursday, Mar 5.

Reservations can be made online at www.ferrytravel.com

Seattle Victoria Ferry

Enjoy A Day on the Water & an Afternoon in the Gardens


By taking the Seattle Victoria ferry you can sit back and enjoy the scenic Salish Sea before landing on the southern tip of Vancouver Island in Victoria, the capitol of British Columbia.

One of the most popular things to do when in Victoria is to visit Butchart Gardens.
Started by Jennie Butchart, the Gardens were once a cement plant but now comprise over 50 acres of the most spectacular plantings: trees, shrubs and flowers in the most remarkable setting will contribute to a full and happy day-long mini vacation.

While its impossible to see all of the Jeannie Butcharts' gardens on one trip, you can see enough to chat about on your sail back to Seattle, and to entice you to return to the Island.  

Reservations are a must on the Seattle Victoria ferry and the best fares can be made online by going to www.ferrytravel.com or by emailing info@ferrytravel.com

Dynamic Pricing Is In Effect For Alaska Ferries

Book Alaska Ferry Travel Early to Avoid Increased Fare Costs

A quick reminder with respect to the Alaska ferry pricing.
All prices shown on www.ferrytravel.com are BASE PRICES.

Base price means that if the ferry requested has not yet reached a 30% sold space, the price shown on ferrytravel.com is accurate.

Once any ferry component on any ferry, reaches the 30% filled mark, the State of Alaska will start to add a surcharge to the base fare.

For example if vehicle space is almost sold out on any sailing, but there are still plenty of cabins and plenty of passenger space - only the vehicle fare will go up. 
So in this instance, the per passenger cost and the per cabin cost will remain at the posted base cost price.

For further information call 1-800-686-0446 or email info@ferrytravel.com

Alaska Ferry Schedules Summer 2020

Long Wait For Alaska Summer Ferry Schedules Finally Over

Summer schedules for the Alaska ferries will be available 02 March, 2020.

After months of wrangling, the State of Alaska has finally committed to the release date for their summer ferry schedules.
Ferry sailings for the summer period, May through September, will be available commencing the afternoon of 02 March.

For the fastest booking service call 1-800-686-0446, or go to www.ferrytravel.com.

REMEMBER: The State of Alaska introduced dynamic pricing last fall. Dynamic pricing means that as each sailing fills, the price rises.
This is particularly important for those booking the longer, more expensive trips like Bellingham - Haines; Bellingham - Whittier, Kodiak etc, where dynamic pricing can amount to hundreds of dollars.


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