NBC’s Today Show is in Vancouver during the Winter Olympics, and Matt, Meredith, Ann and Al took a float plane trip to Victoria for the afternoon, taking in Afternoon Tea at the Empress Hotel and fish n’ chips along Victoria’s inner harbour. Interestingly, our vessel, the Victoria Star and float planes like the one featured… Continue reading Victoria, BC Featured On NBC's Today Show
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Victoria San Juan Cruises New 3 Day/2 Night San Juan Islands Exeprience Tour
We are pleased to offer a brand new 3 day/2 night San Juan Islands Experience tour aboard the Viking Star this season. The package includes: 3 days of cruising in the San Juan Islands, plus whale watching, aboard the Viking Star 2 nights accommodations in Friday Harbor at the Earthbox Motel & Spa 2 breakfasts,… Continue reading Victoria San Juan Cruises New 3 Day/2 Night San Juan Islands Exeprience Tour
Five Orcas Born In 2009, Already One Newborn In 2010
After Orca populations in the San Juan region dropped a bit in 2008, they rebounded in 2009 with the births of five Orca calves, and 2010 is off to a great start with the birth of another calf on January 3rd. There are now 88 resident Orca whales in the San Juan Islands. To read… Continue reading Five Orcas Born In 2009, Already One Newborn In 2010
New Baby Orca Spotted In Puget Sound
BREMERTON, Wash. A baby orca has been born in the L pod of Puget Sound killer whales. The new orca was photographed Saturday near Port Townsend and confirmed as a new calf by the Center for Whale Research. It has been assigned the number L-113 and is the fourth baby orca spotted this year. The… Continue reading New Baby Orca Spotted In Puget Sound
Whale Watching August 19 – August 26
The orca whale sightings have remained strong through the month of August, with frequent sightings of the 3 local pods (J, K & L pods), as well as transient orcas and minke whales. We are entering the final 2 weeks of our operating season, with our San Juan Whale Watching Tours ending on September 7th.… Continue reading Whale Watching August 19 – August 26
Travel & Leisure Magazine – Victoria In Top 10 US/Canada Cities
In the latest issue of Travel & Leisure Magazine, Victoria, BC was named #8 in a list of top 10 US & Canadian cities. Top Ten Cities: 1. New York 2. San Francisco 3. Quebec City 4. Charleston 5. Santa Fe 6. Chicago 7. Savannah 8. Victoria 9. Montreal 10. Seattle
Whale Watching June 1 – June 17
Over the last two weeks we have moved from operating only weekends, to our current 7-days/week service. The whale watching has been very good over the last two weeks, with Orca and Minke whales seen most often, along will occasional Gray and Humpback whale sightings. The weather continues to be great as well, with calm… Continue reading Whale Watching June 1 – June 17
The Black Cat Farm of Eliza Island
The Black Cat Farm of Eliza Island Eliza Island is the first stop we make on our San Juan Islands cruise to Friday Harbor aboard the Island Commuter 2. Now home to over 100 summer homes on the 141 acre island with only five year-round residents, this island has a storied history. Named after… Continue reading The Black Cat Farm of Eliza Island
Bicycling to South Beach on San Juan Island
One of the most popular activities on San Juan Island is bicycling. The island is relatively flat, with rolling countryside and just a few gradual hills. With our San Juan Island Commuter service to Friday Harbor, you have nearly 5 hours (on a day trip) to explore the island. For many cyclists, it is possible… Continue reading Bicycling to South Beach on San Juan Island
Whale Watching May 22 – May 31
The whale watching has been excellent over the last two weeks, with frequent Orca and Minke whale sightings. Just as impressive is the weather we have had, calm conditions in the islands and lots and lots of sun! Temperatures are supposed to sneak into the low 80’s this week, and will hopefully extend into our… Continue reading Whale Watching May 22 – May 31
