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Nothing strikes a sense of adventure more than the sight of a tall ship in the harbor. Even the hardened landlubber can’t resist visions of journeys to exotic islands in uncharted seas the instant they view the lofty crow's nest sitting among the intricate rigging lacing the tall masts.

You will have your chance to live out your sailing dream this week to the 12^th of September.

The Lady Washington, owned by Grays Harbor Historical Seaport, and designated as the official ship of Washington State is in the City Pier of Port Angeles and she is quite the sight!

The Lady Washington will be in Port Townsend during the Wooden Boat Festival, which is Sept. 10-12.

Tours of the Lady Washington -- a full-size wooden replica of a brig that accompanied Capt. Robert Gray's expedition to the Pacific Northwest in 1788 – is planned to be available from noon to 4:30 p.m. Friday, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday through Monday, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sept. 10 and from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 11-12.

A $3 donation per person is requested for the walk-on tours. No reservation is required.

Battle & Adventure Sails begin Friday

Battle & Adventure Sails begin Friday. The three-hour battle sails -- with booming cannons and close-quarter maneuvers -- are scheduled in Port Angeles at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

Tickets for the Battle & Adventure Sails are $60 for adults; $50 for students, seniors or active military; and $40 for children 12 and younger.

An evening adventure sail aboard the Lady Washington is planned at 5:30 p.m. Friday. It will cost $35.

Next Tuesday, the Lady Washington will leave for biennial maintenance, haul-out and Coast Guard safety inspection in Port Townsend. The Lady Washington will be one of the attractions at the Wooden Boat Festival.

The second tall ship is The Hawaiian Chieftain and it will also offer adventure sails and will remain at City Pier in Port Angeles to offer walk-on tours and weekend sailings through Sunday, Sept. 12.

The Hawaiian Chieftain is a replica of a typical 19th century merchant trader that was used for trade in the Hawaiian Islands.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the ships, click on www.historicalseaport.org or phone 800-200-5239.

$20 Round Trip Victoria to Port Angeles – 20^th Anniversary Special

We invite our neighbors from Victoria to come and visit these reminders of a bygone era. For only $20 round trip you can set your own high seas adventure and sail the Strait of Juan de Fuca to visit these beauties. From Victoria call 250-361-9144. Be sure to bring proper ID.

You are invited to catch a glimpse of the rich heritage of a culture that has continuously inhabited the northwestern corner of the bountiful Olympic Peninsula for thousands of years. The Makah Cultural and Research Museum in Neah Bay is the largest pre-contact Northwest Coast Native American collection in the country.

Located on the western end of the Olympic Peninsula, this museum houses only a small fraction of the artifacts uncovered by tidal erosion in 1970. Replicas of oceangoing canoes and a full scale cedar longhouse are displayed. A mudslide had covered the site several hundred years ago. 

The 300 to 500 year old artifacts representing the culture and lifestyle of a Makah whaling village in Ozette have been classified as one the most significant archaeological discoveries ever made in North America!

For a preliminary visit you can go to their online museum to explore the Makah way of life. Come join the exploration and celebrate the Makah heritage! You can rent a car from Budget car rental located across the street from our terminal in the Landing Mall.

$20 Round Trip to Port Angeles from Victoria - 20th Anniversary Special

You can ride the Victoria Express and plan a day excursion or a full weekend - Call today 250-361-9144 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Be sure to bring proper ID.

Map courtesy of Makah Cultural and Research Museum
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Victoria Express, the fast passenger ferry service connecting Port Angeles with the historical Inner Harbour of Victoria BC and beautiful Friday Harbor on San Juan Island offers a 50% Active & Retired Military Discount for the United States and Canadian Armed Forces. This discount applies to all sailings including the 55 minute Victoria / Port Angeles crossing and the San Juan Island Day Cruise during the 2010 sailing season.

The Friday Harbor sailing runs every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday until September 6th and the Port Angeles to Victoria BC sailing will run through September 19th.

20th Anniversary Celebration Specials - Standard Fare Rates Before Discount

1) $20 Round Trip to Victoria BC Canada - Port Angeles WA USA

2) $85 Round Trip San Juan Island Day Cruise

Apply our 50% military discount to our anniversary specials and you now have a real Deal! Here is a great reason for you to take that end of summer day trip or weekend getaway.....and keep within your budget.

For one of Life's Unforgettable Experiences - Victoria Express can make all of Your Travel Arrangements. There are a variety of options for your travel plans to the North Olympic Peninsula, Victoria, B.C. and Friday Harbor on San Juan Island. Each location offers unique travel adventures and we can help you plan a vacation that you will remember for a lifetime. Be sure to bring proper ID when traveling.

For more specific information go to Victoria Express Military Discount or call:  (360) 452-8088 USA  - (250) 361-9144 CANADA

Looking for something to do this weekend? Look no farther than Port Angeles, WA. Heritage Weekend is August 14 -15 in the historic port, which means the whole town is infused with a festive air. It's a delightful time to take our Victoria passenger ferry and spend an afternoon in Port Angeles.

Enjoy coffee, treats, and fabulous views on the ferry from Victoria to Port Angeles, arriving in PA refreshed and ready to explore. Start with a historical walking tour of the downtown, which leave from the atrium of the Landing Mall, where  the ferry docks. Walking tours run every hour between 10 and 4 pm on Saturday, and between 10 am and 2 pm on Sunday. Caution: walkers must be able to go up and down steps and steep terrain.

In addition to the historic walking tours, numerous fun events take place throughout the weekend. Admire classic cars in the American Dream Machines car show, on Laurel Street between First and Front Streets from 10 - 4, and be sure took a look at the U.S. Coast Guard fast boat, nearby.

Bubble gum enthusiasts may want to enter the bubblegum-blowing contest - both Saturday and Sunday at Northwest Fudge and Confections, at 2pm. Contestants receive free gum. Or watch the Coast Guard give a rescue demonstration off the City PIer, both days at noon.

Watch the Olympic Mountain Cloggers dance in The Gateway at 4pm, and listen to stories by Dennis Duncan at 5pm. Fashion enthusiasts won't want to miss "The Belle Epoch: A Passion for Fashion in the Gilded Age" - a free show and tell discussion at 6pm, also in the Gateway.

When hunger strikes, head to Studio Bob at The Landing Mall for the first Lumber Baronesses' Tea. Chat with the wives of lumber barons as you nibble tea sandwiches and desserts and enjoy savory teas.

Heritage Weekend is a wonderful time for residents of Vancouver Island to cross the Strait of Juan de Fuca and visit the neighboring town of Port Angeles. Stay for a day or make it a weekend event and lodge in town. Call or email today and let the staff at Victoria Express ferry take care of all your travel arrangements: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 250-361-9144 (from Canada).

Our 2010 Ferry Service between Victoria and Port Angeles ends September 19. Take advantage of our 20 year anniversary Special - $20 Round Trip tickets between Victoria and Port Angeles.

On clear, summer days, the best activity is sometimes simply being outside and enjoying the view. Taking the fastest 55 minute ferry between Victoria, BC and Port Angeles, WA is one great way to see snow-capped mountains and crystal blue seas. Another is to walk or bike along the Olympic Discovery Trail once you arrive in Port Angeles.

The ultimate goal of the Olympic Discovery Trail is to connect the Hood Canal Bridge to Forks (including a spar to Port Townsend) and provide a safe pedestrian and bike trail across the Olympic Peninsula. It's an admirable goal, and we all look forward to its completion. In the meantime, we happily explore the completed sections of the Olympic Discovery Trail.

This trail runs in front of the Landing Mall where our terminal is located. From the terminal head east and you will pass Hollywood beach in front of the Red Lion Inn. We can book your overnight lodging at the Red Lion if you plan to spend the night.

The trail is level in many sections and is ideal for families of all ages. As you continue to the east you will enjoy expansive views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Vancouver Island, and off in the distance, Mount Baker. If you have enough energy, the trail will take you almost the entire way to Sequim (about fifteen miles), where you can dine at one of several excellent restaurants: The Alder Wood Bistro features terrific wood-fired cuisine and an extensive wine list in an intimate setting, and the Dockside Grill  in the John Wayne Marina overlooks lovely Sequim Bay.

Should you head west on the trail from our Port Angeles ferry terminal, you'll discover the Port Angeles Waterfront Trail at Ediz Hook. This thin strip of land jutting out into the Strait of Juan de Fuca affords jaw-dropping views of the Olympic Mountains rising behind historic Port Angeles. Bring your camera, bring a picnic, and find a spot to sit and soak in the views.

Before your return trip aboard the ferry to Victoria, stop for a bite to eat and a drink in the Landing Mall, where we are located. Wine on The Waterfront is a great spot to try a glass of Washington State Wine (they also have wine from around the globe), and good food in a casual atmosphere is found at Downriggers Restaurant and Smugglers Restaurant.

20th Anniversary - $20 Round Trip Victoria/Port Angeles

2010 marks the 20th anniversary for Victoria Express. To show our appreciation for all our customers, we are offering $20 round-trip tickets between Victoria and Port Angeles throughout the 2010 season ending September 19th. Take advantage of this great price, make your next visit to Port Angeles and explore the Olympic Discovery Trail.

For one of life's unforgettable experiences, let us make all your travel arrangements. Call today - 250-361-9144 CANADA or 360-452-8088 USA - Be sure to bring proper ID.

Where can you find a juried arts and crafts show featuring nearly 50 artisans, live music and dancing, a world-class invitational sand sculpture contest, great food and drink, two classic car shows, live art demonstrations, all in a fun street-fair atmosphere in a beautiful waterfront setting?

It's all there for your enjoyment at Port Angeles Rotary Nor'wester "Arts in Action Festival", July 23-25, 2010, at the Port Angeles city pier. Artisans from throughout the Puget Sound region will display, demonstrate and sell their crafts and artistic creations. New to the festival this year is the Port Angeles Art Council, providing art demonstrations and interactive art projects at the Gateway Center. Festival Sponsor Windermere Real Estate welcomes eight world-class sand artists to the Invitational Sand Sculpture Competition.

This year's theme is "Legends of Science Fiction". Come and see these artists create amazing and gravity-defying sand sculptures, all while they compete for qualifying spots in the international sand sculpture final competition to be held in Federal Way, Washington later this summer. What would summer be without the chance to view and admire classic cars? On Saturday the Festival features the Dream Machines and on Sunday we will have Porches on the Pier.

A wide variety of live entertainment will be on stage throughout the Festival. Food vendors and a beer and wine garden will fill your hunger and thirst. Festival hours are Noon to 7 Friday, 10 - 8 Saturday, and 11 to 5 Sunday. We look forward to seeing you there. Be sure to check out all of the action at the Landing Mall just across the parking lot from the festival action: restaurants, art galleries, a souvenir shop and the Victoria Express terminal.

20th Anniversary Special - $20 Round Trip Victoria / Port Angeles - $85 San Juan Island Day Cruise

Plan a day trip or a weekend getaway. Victoria Express can make all of your travel arrangements to Victoria or Friday Harbor. Call today - 360-452-8088 US - 250-361-9144 CANADA

Do you have a fascination for the ocean and all the amazing things that live in it? Imagine the opportunity to view and experience live marine animals in easy to access Touch Tanks just steps from our ferry terminal in the Port Angeles harbor.

The Feiro Marine Life Center is a nonprofit aquarium and educational facility centrally located on the waterfront of Port Angeles, WA promoting marine education and conservation. The Center provides a place for visitors to see and learn about the local marine environment. At the Center you will marvel at the variety of marine life on display, there are hundreds of examples of inter-tidal creatures, fish, and plant life as well as "dry" displays to enjoy. You an study live plankton under microscopes as well as touch live sea creatures.

Have you ever admired views of the Olympic Mountains from Victoria and found yourself overcome with a desire to surround yourself in the calming aroma of a fresh lavender field? If so, Victoria Express is prepared to make your dreams come true.

The 14th annual Sequim Lavender Festival takes place this weekend, July 16 - 18, 2010 and you are invited. Victoria Express is offering a Lavender Festival Day Cruise and it is the most convenient way for you to experience the festival. Just walk onboard at the Victoria ferry terminal and leave concerns about traffic congestion and ferry lines behind you. You will take the passenger ferry from Victoria to Port Angeles, where you'll hop on a shuttle bus at our Port Angeles terminal and you will be taken directly to the street fair in the heart of the Sequim Lavender Festival. In addition to transportation to and from the festival, the Lavender Day Cruise includes transportation and admission into the seven participating lavender farms. All this for merely $65 USD per person.

You'll depart the Victoria ferry terminal at 9:45 am and after a day of Lavender, you will sail out of Port Angeles at 8pm. That means you'll have a full day to immerse yourself in the wonders of lavender. Visit all seven farms and enjoy all the street fair has to offer - you'll even have time to enjoy live music and a glass of wine or beer in the Lavender Festival Wine and Beer Garden.

Call 250-361-9144 for more information and make your reservation for the Victoria Express Lavender Festival Package. Let us take care of everything....and be sure to bring proper ID.

Photo compliments of the Sequim Lavender Festival.

If there are ten good reasons to leave your car in Port Angeles and take our $20 round trip passenger ferry to Victoria, there are as many equally good reasons for Victorians to leave the car in Victoria when traveling to Port Angeles.

With a crossing time of just 55 minutes and a price tag of just $20 for a round trip ticket, it makes sense for Victorians to explore Port Angeles. It's easy and fun to fill a day in Port Angeles. We depart Victoria at 9:45 AM and will have you back at home just after 5pm (July 10 - August 29).

The Downtown Underground Tour is one of the most interesting ways to spend some time in Port Angeles. They recently were named one of the Top 5 Best City Tours in the Northwest - quite an honor considering the competition.

Historic walking tours run every 30 minutes during the weekend, and include a visit to the Port Angeles Underground. Port Angeles was long an important logging center for the Olympic Peninsula. The downtown area streets were raised in the early 1900s and many fine older buildings were lost; their remains were recently discovered underground and a restoration process has begun. Gain insight into the true history of Port Angeles (brothels? who knew?). Learn even more, and have more fun during the Port Angeles Heritage Weekend, August 8 and 9, 2010.

After delving into the fascinating past history of this port town, refresh yourself at one of the restaurants near the Victoria - Port Angeles ferry. Downrigger's Restaurant at the Landing has good food for all ages, homemade desserts, and moderate prices.The large dining room overlooks the waterfront, as does the patio. Also on the waterfront, Smuggler's Landing has great Northwest seafood in a casual atmosphere, along with terrific views of the Olympic Mountains.

If you feel a little thirsty and have a bit of time before the Victoria ferry, stop by Wine on the Waterfront for a glass of wine, live music, and fabulous views.

Make plans to spend the night and we will make your accommodations for you. Call Today 250-361-9144 - Be sure to bring proper ID.

How do they manage to get under our skin, and keep us up at nights thinking about them, reading books about them, watching movies about them? It seems that most everyone is fascinated at some point between young at heart and the golden years – they are so alluring, mysterious, and strangely attractive. Bram Stoker knew their appeal. So did Anne Rice. And now Stephenie Meyers has tapped into the world of the Undead with her Twilight series. The books are wildly popular as the movies.

Those of us who live in the Pacific Northwest are proud of Forks, Washington, which is home for the Cullen family. We want to show visitors around. Twilight fans from Victoria will be pleased to learn that they can go from Victoria to the land of Vampires and Werewolves in Just One Day.

The passenger ferry from Victoria to Port Angeles departs at 9:45 AM; upon arrival in Port Angeles, visitors will be swept away to Forks in style by Dazzled by Twilight Tours , where you will have time to explore the town where the Cullens don’t sleep and Chief Swan keeps law and order. At 3pm you will be taken to the house Bella and Charlie call home, the Cullen House, The Hospital where Dr. Cullen works and the Police Station where Chief Swan spends his days when he isn’t out fishing.

Across the treaty line in Werewolf territory, you will learn the history of the Quilieute People while gliding past some of the most incredible scenery in the northwest – the Washington Coastline. You will see where Jacob went to school and where he lives now. And of course, no Twilight Tour is complete without a stop in Port Angeles, where Edward and Bella had their first date. You’ll have time to visit local Twilight landmarks before boarding the ferry from Port Angeles to Victoria, which departs for Victoria at 9:30pm.

It is a full day, to be sure, and it is well worth it. If you are visiting the Pacific Northwest, when is the next time you will be able to get such a glimpse into the Forks of Twilight? If you live in the Pacific Northwest, you simply must experience the Forks of Vampires and Werewolves. Call the Victoria Express for details: 250-361-9144 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Make this a special party and we can make all of your arrangements.

Travel between the United States and Canada requires a passport or enhanced driver’s license.

Make your plans for the 2010 Sequim Lavender Festival, which takes place July 16, 17, and 18. Victoria Express offers a complete round trip festival package for travelers from Victoria. For only $65 USD you can experience the world of Lavender in the Lavender Capital of North America.

You will travel across the Strait of Juan de Fuca where a shuttle will take you rom the Victoria Express terminal directly to the heart of the action in Sequim. You are provided an official Lavender Festival Button that includes your transportation and admission into seven Sequim lavender farms.

There will be many activities at the farms for the entire family. Meet the farmers, pick your own lavender, and watch culinary demonstrations - they may change the way you think about lavender forever. Growers will share with you their techniques for cultivating, drying and using lavender. In addition, several farms will have "fun in the field", events and activities for children. Each Farm on Tour features special programs including arts and crafts.

The 2010 Sequim Lavender Festival runs July 16 - 18. This is a lovely time to make your reservation for the Victoria Express Lavender Festival Day Cruise and visit the Olympic Peninsula's Rain Shadow, with sunshine, stunning views of the Olympic Mountains, and Mount Baker standing tall across the Straits of Juan de Fuca. The views are simply magnificent; and then there is the lavender.

Field after field of lavender in full bloom awaits attendees of the Sequim Lavender Festival. The subtle, pleasant fragrance of lavender fills the air. It's worth going simply to stroll through row after row of these picturesque plants. You'll think you've been transported to Provence, in the South of France.

Farms may offer lovely lavender lemonade or unforgettable lavender ice cream. Chefs demonstrate how to cook savory and sweet foods with lavender. Farm stores offer lavender satchels, soaps, creams, and a plethora of other interesting and useful lavender based items. Learn about the different varieties, from Royal Purple to Grosso; then walk the fields and pick your own, or choose lavender that has been harvested and bundled for you.

The streets of downtown Sequim fill with the Lavender Street Fair. Colorful booths are filled with handcrafted products, art, and, of course, lavender. Farms booths sell locally grown produce. A food court tempts the taste buds with such decadent items as bacon wrapped scallops on a tortilla, grilled salmon sandwiches, and pan seared lamb. A Wine and Beer Garden features wines from Olympic Peninsula Wineries and brews from Deschutes Brewery of Bend, Oregon. The Main Stage keeps toes tapping with Gypsy Jazz by Pearl D'Jango, Bluegrass by Crescent Blue, and Folk/Rock by Kevin Magner, among others.

The Victoria Express Lavender Festival Package provides travel to and from Victoria aboard the Victoria Express Ferry, shuttle transportation to the Lavender Street Fair (where you'll find shuttles to the farms), and admission into the seven participating lavender farms. Call 250-361-9144 today for additional information and to make your reservation.

Photo provided by Sequim Lavender Festival.

The ferry from Victoria to Port Angeles is a stunning ride. The Olympic Mountains seem to rise out of the water beckoning visitors to take out their cameras. Even if you see the view every day, it never gets old.

Once in Port Angeles, start with a trip to Wine on the Waterfront. This neighborhood bar and retail wine store is located at The Landing Mall, just upstairs from the Victoria Express ferry terminal. Take in outstanding views of the Olympic Mountains while enjoying a glass of wine (perhaps a Washington state wine made right here on the Olympic Peninsula). Share a bottle with friends. Or find the perfect wine to take back home.

Just for Fun.....There is a Pub Quiz on Wednesday evenings starting at 7:30 but show up early to sign up for a fun filled evening. Teams of 4 to 6 patrons each compete to answer questions that can range from What is the deepest point in the Strait of Juan de Fuca....to who invented the butter knife....to how many 'official' planets are there in our Solar System.

Every Monday at 6:30, Wine on the Waterfront provides an entertaining journey through the world of wine with wine tasting. Each week there is a different focus, so after just a few visits, you'll be able to negotiate restaurant wine lists with confidence.

In addition to offering a great selection of wine and beer from around the world, Wine of the Waterfront provides live music. In fact, there over 100 nights of live entertainment scheduled each year, from rock to jazz, blues to country. Nothing helps a beverage go down smoothly like live music.

Visit Wine on the Waterfront for more information.

Outstanding wine. Terrific music. Unparalleled views. Great trivia questions and only steps from the ferry terminal. It's a darn good reason for Victorians to take the ferry to Port Angeles. By the way.....Does anybody know the distance (in kilometers) between Victoria and Port Angeles?

It's a good time to travel between Victoria and Port Angeles, thanks to our 20th Anniversary 20$ Round Trip Tickets. Check out our Package and Tour Specials to Port Angeles. Allow Victoria Express to arrange travel to Port Angeles, lodging and tours of various local sites.

From Canada, call 250-361-9144 for more information. In the United States, call 360-452-8088. Email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Inside the Landing Mall building, where the Victoria Express terminal is located, the Landings Art Gallery offers a distinctive selection of fine art from the artists of Western Washington. The gallery features a variety of media ranging from oils to ceramics and includes blown glass from artist Marc Boutte.

Marc Boutte's glass is reminiscent of the Tiffany blown glass from another century. The decoration of Marc's glass pieces is an involved and skilled process that begins even before the glass is blown. Be sure to visit the gallery on your way to our terminal.

Plan to attend the Gallery Walk July 9th - while there you can visit resident artist, Ole Olson, and his current totem pole carving project. On August 13th Hideko Groecker will be showing her Japanese Sumi Paintings and on September 10th Randy Radock will present his woodblock prints along with his photography.

The Landings Art Gallery is located on the first floor in the Landing Mall, 115 E. Railroad Ave., Suite 104, just down the hall from our terminal. Hours are Mon-Sat 11 - 4 PM, closed Sunday. You can reach them by calling 360-452-2604, by email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or visit them online at www.thelandingmall.com.

While you are in the Landing Mall check out Wine on the Waterfront on the second floor and for a great meal check out Smugglers Landing at the front of the building or Downrigger's on second floor. The Port Angeles Visitor's Center is directly in front of the Landing Mall and there you can discover a wealth of information on Port Angeles and the Olympic Peninsula. If you love marine life be sure to check out the Olympic Coast Discovery Center on the second floor. This is a treat for young and old and includes video from actual undersea explorations.

20th Anniversary Special - $20 Round Trip To Victoria

Many travelers visiting Victoria are taking advantage of our 20th Anniversary Special - $20 Round Trip To Victoria. This $10 One Way / $20 Round Trip to Victoria special is available during our entire sailing season which ends September 19th. Our $20 special is available by placing a phone reservation - 360-452-8088, placing a reservation online, or walking into our terminal and purchasing tickets. We do suggest that you make a reservation in advance. 

Proper ID is required traveling between Victoria and Port Angeles; check out our ID requirements on our web site for current information.

Did you know that Victoria Express offers a free courtesy shuttle service for the hotel guests in Port Angeles?  We will pick you up at your hotel lobby and take you directly to our terminal at the Landing Mall on the waterfront.

You can't miss our distinctive courtesy shuttle van driving through the streets of Port Angeles complete with images of Victoria and of our fleet. What better way to start your trip to Victoria BC from Port Angeles, on the Olympic Peninsula, than to have all of your travel arrangements handled by Victoria Express - from Port Angeles and Victoria hotel accommodations, shuttle service to the Port Angeles terminal, your round trip cruise, and all of the attractions of Victoria, British Columbia.

20th Anniversary - $20 Round Trip To Victoria

Many travelers visiting Victoria are taking advantage of our 20th Anniversary $20 Round Trip To Victoria Special. This $10 One Way / $20 Round Trip to Victoria special is available during our entire sailing season ending September 19th. Our $20 special is available by placing a phone reservation - 360-452-8088, placing a reservation online, or walking into our terminal and purchasing tickets. We do suggest that you make a reservation in advance. 

To reserve your courtesy shuttle to the Victoria Express terminal call 360-452-8088 - Be sure to give us ample time to schedule your pick up. Proper ID is required; check out our ID requirements on our web site.

Make your plans for the 2010 Sequim Lavender Festival, which takes place July 16, 17, and 18. Victoria Express offers a complete round trip festival package for travelers from Victoria. For only $65 USD you can experience the world of Lavender in the Lavender Capital of North America.

You will travel across the Strait of Juan de Fuca where a shuttle will take you rom the Victoria Express terminal directly to the heart of the action in Sequim. You are provided an official Lavender Festival Button that includes your transportation and admission into seven Sequim lavender farms.

There will be many activities at the farms for the entire family. Meet the farmers, pick your own lavender, and watch culinary demonstrations - they may change the way you think about lavender forever. Growers will share with you their techniques for cultivating, drying and using lavender. In addition, several farms will have "fun in the field", events and activities for children. Each Farm on Tour features special programs including arts and crafts.

Come celebrate the life and work of Jacques Cousteau this Saturday, June 19th at the Port Angeles City Pier. The action starts at 10:00 am and if you are curious about the underwater world, this is a great opportunity to discover what it is all about. The City Pier is an easy stroll from our ferry terminal and would make an excellent day trip from Victoria.

Local divers will demonstrate diving gear in action....Here is your chance to learn about SCUBA diving up close and personal.

During the Saturday celebration, divers will broadcast live underwater video of the animals and life under the Port Angeles pier. They will also bring critters to touch tanks on the docks.

June 18-25 - The Olympic Coast Discovery Center, located on the second floor of the Landing Mall (where the Victoria Express terminal is located) will feature a week-long display of scuba gear along with Cousteau's books and videos. The Discovery Center is open daily 10:00 to 5:00 during the summer and offers video screening of actual underwater explorations, displays and exhibits of the waters that surround the Olympic Coast. For more information check out the Olympic Marine National Marine Sanctuary. 

SCUBA - Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus - was developed by Mr. Cousteau in the 1940's and over the years diving equipment has been refined to allow individuals, with the proper training, the opportunity to experience an amazing underwater world.

If you are planning to join in the fun and you are in Victoria, did you know that you can ride the Victoria Express for only $10 each way. This is our 20th sailing season and we are celebrating with our $20 round trip connecting Victoria with Port Angeles. Let us know if you want to spend the night and we will make all of your travel arrangements. Call our Canada Line at (250) 361-9144 for more information. Be sure to bring proper ID.

You've decided to explore the coast of the Olympic Peninsula. You take the passenger ferry from Victoria to Port Angeles. You rent a car at Budget, just steps away from the Victoria ferry terminal, and you hit the road. But where to start? The coast of the Olympic Peninsula is vast, beautiful, and largely untamed. It's best to begin with a visit to the Olympic Coast Discovery Center, part of the Olympic Coast National Marine Sactuary..

You’ve read the books and seen the movies; now you can visit the places that inspired it.

Victoria Express is offering special Twilight Tours; take the passenger ferry from Victoria to the land of Vampires & Werewolves, where you will experience a full day of adventure, discovery, romance, surprises and more. Your morning will start with a scenic cruise from Victoria to Port Angeles, WA. There you will board the Twilight Shuttle, which will take you to the center of the action, Forks Washington. Visit and photograph all of the places Bella and Edward fell in love. Then cross the Treaty Line and explore La Push. The Twilight Shuttle will return you to Port Angeles, once there you can visit the spot where Bella discovered Edward’s true identity.

Host your own private Twilight Party and bring your special friends for a full day of Vampires and Werewolves.

It does not matter if you are Team Edward, Team Jacob or Team Switzerland; you will have the time of your life. – Plan your Twilight Tour today and call 250-361-9144 for more information.

Washington's Olympic Peninsula is a wonderland full of craggy peaks, lush rainforests, and roaring waterfalls. The Victoria - Port Angeles ferry leads straight to the heart of the peninsula, and Budget Car Rentals is an easy walk from the ferry dock. Once settled in a car, your exploration of the Olympic Peninsula Waterfall Trail may begin.

There are so many waterfalls on the Olympic Peninsula you will have no trouble finding a few that meet your needs. If walking is difficult for you, look for falls close to the road, or those that have wheelchair accessible pathways. If you crave a lengthy hike with lots of elevation gain, you'll have no trouble finding remote waterfalls in the back country of the Olympic National Park. If you dream of gazing at waterfalls from a boat, the Olympic Peninsula Waterfall Trail can guide you to waterfalls accessible only by kayak or raft.