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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

Whale Watching May 15 – May 17

Our San Juan Island Commuter service to the San Juan Islands, as well as our whale watching tours, began this season on Friday and it’s been a great start to the season! The weather has been perfect, with lots of sun and temperatures in the mid-to-upper 60’s. Best of all though, the Orca whales have… Continue reading Whale Watching May 15 – May 17

The Island Commuter 2 Starts Running To The San Juan Islands Today!

Today is the first day of operation for our San Juan Island Commuter service to the San Juan Islands (Eliza, Sinclair, Blakely, Orcas, Lopez and San Juan Island/Friday Harbor), as well as our whale watching tours from Friday Harbor. The weather is going to be great this weekend, with lots of sun and temperatures in… Continue reading The Island Commuter 2 Starts Running To The San Juan Islands Today!

Bellingham Main Post Office Hosts Passport Fair Saturday 3/28

Those who are planning to travel outside of the U.S. but don’t yet have their passport are encouraged to attend the Passport Fair at the Bellingham main post office Saturday, March 28. The event is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 315 Prospect St. People can have their passport pictures taken for $15. Adults… Continue reading Bellingham Main Post Office Hosts Passport Fair Saturday 3/28

Spring Is Here – Cruises To Victoria & The San Juan Islands Just Around The Corner

We are gearing up for our 2009 operating season! Cruises to the San Juan Islands and whale watching will start May 15th, and our cruises to Victoria will start on June 20th. You can find information on both services throughout our website. If you would like a print brochure mailed to you, please click here.If… Continue reading Spring Is Here – Cruises To Victoria & The San Juan Islands Just Around The Corner

Victoria Star – Lions Club Christmas Ship

Each year the local Lions Club takes the Victoria Star 2 out into the San Juan Islands, bringing cheer to the kids in the San Juan Islands and Gulf Islands in British Columbia. This year they are set to go December 13th and 14th. Last year’s trip was filmed by Lions Club International – to… Continue reading Victoria Star – Lions Club Christmas Ship

Whale Of A 'Purpose' Orca Whale Blog

I just came across a great Orca whale blog site called Whale Of A ‘Purpose’ written by a local whale enthusiast that is packed with great photos and lots of tips on identifying whales. With the sun out today, looking at this blog makes me wish we were still running tours….spring is just around the… Continue reading Whale Of A 'Purpose' Orca Whale Blog

Whale Watching September 2 – September 8

The resident Orca pods have become a little more difficult to find this past week, however, we’ve been luck to find transient Orcas just outside of Victoria. The weather has been beautiful too, making this possibly the best time of the season to see the San Juan Islands and Victoria. The forecast is good through… Continue reading Whale Watching September 2 – September 8