Most people fly into Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which is just south of the City of Seattle. From there, you can rent a car, take the Link light rail, or book a BellAir shuttle directly to Anacortes, where you can catch the Washington State Ferry out to the islands.

There are also regional airports in Bellingham and Everett that are closer to Anacortes but more expensive.

This is the trickiest and most time-sensitive part! We will ask about your travel plans in our RSVP form. Options are below:

1. Take the Washington State Ferries from Anacortes, Washington to Orcas Island. This is about a 60 minute ride that takes you through the beautiful San Juan Islands -- Zack and I love to go up top to bird- and island-watch!

a.) CAR RESERVATIONS BOOK OUT 2 MONTHS IN ADVANCE. Make reservations if you're driving onto the ferry here.

If you miss the first release of reservations 2 months out, additional releases of availability happen at 7am PST at 2 weeks and 2 days out.

b.) You can WALK-ON to the ferry without reservations. Park or carpool at the Anacortes ferry terminal ($__), then walk on to the ferry with your luggage. We will coordinate ahead of time to meet you on the other side. First time rider info: https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel/washington-state-ferries/rider-information/first-time-riders

2. If you're feeling like treating yourself, take a seaplane flight with Kenmore Air from Seattle (~1 hr, ~$200/person).

For those who don't bring a car we can help coordinate a pick-up/shuttle from the island-side ferry terminal. Please note what your travel plans are in the RSVP form so we can optimize this option.