If you live in Washington or planning to rent a car once you get here, this plan is probably best for you.

Anacortes is going to be your destination before boarding the ferry. Once there, you'll purchase a round-trip ticket to Friday Harbor, which is the only ferry terminal on San Juan Island. After disembarking the ferry, Roche Harbor is a short, 20-minute drive through rural farmland and forest.

Be sure to check the ferry schedule to find out what options you have for the trip over to the island. Also, keep in mind that you don't wan tto miss the boat, so be sure to make reservations and show up about 30-60 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.

*During the summer months, many people decide to drive to the Anacortes ferry terminal, park at the terminal, and then walk on to the ferry. Shuttles and taxis run throughout the day from Friday Harbor to Roche Harbor.

San Juan Transit Shuttle: 360.378.8887 http://www.sanjuantransit.com

Washington State Ferry: http://www.wsdot.com/ferries/schedule/

Getting to the Islands: A journey, like Marriage.

We recognize that the majority of the folks attending are flying, and getting to the

islands requires a little bit more planning. That being said, it is absolutely worth it

and like any good hike, vacation, or marriage, a little extra effort pays off

handsomely. Also, a little adventure never hurt anyone. To help make it a bit easier,

we've put together the primary options for island transportation once you land in

Seattle along with some tips and suggestions for each option. Before we dive into

the options, please consider the following:

1. Planning is key: Any location that requires a ferry is going to be on a

schedule. If you miss the boat you're going to have a bad time. We are

recommending that people show up Thursday night to socialize (party) in

case any logistics challenges show up along the way. This will prevent

anyone from missing the big day because the literally missed the boat on

Friday.

2. Pay attention to your flights and the shuttle/ferry schedules. If you have a

tough flight itinerary, getting a rental car may be your best option as it is the

most flexible. We'll be creating a Facebook page for confirmed guests to

coordinate carpooling and other things for rentals to make it the most cost

effective for everyone.

3. Make reservations in advance! The ferry system is reservation based, the link

is below.

4. Mix and Match! Just because you took the shuttle to the island doesn't mean

you need to take it back. Try the Victoria Clipper or a Seaplane to get back.

5. I know that some of you are planning on venturing around the PNW after the

event. That's great! The below is still applicable as there are ferry's from the

island that can take you to Canada and other awesome places. Side note: if

anyone is trying to flee the country Canada's immigration policy is very, very

strict.

We'll start with options that do not require a rental car:

Seaplane/Kenmore Air: The most expensive, but the most visually stunning

option. You can book flights directly from SeaTac Airport or South Lake Union

(Seattle) that will drop you off on the docks at Roche Harbor. It may be worth

considering taking a Seaplane for one leg of the trip as the Puget Sound is

breathtaking and how many times have you ever been in a friggin' seaplane?!?!

Website: www.kenmoreair.com

Cost: $100-$150 for a one-way flight.

Victoria Clipper: The Victoria Clipper is a passenger (no car) ferry that runs from

downtown Seattle to Friday Harbor. The journey consists of a three-hour tour that

runs on Saturday's and Sunday's, the rate is $55.00 per adult for a one way. Being

that the Wedding is on Friday, this isn't a great option for getting to the wedding,

because it doesn't run then (Doh!). It is however a fantastic way to get back to

Seattle with minimal stress whilst enjoying a day on the water. The Sound is

teeming with wildlife and it is common to see Orca's and other whales. Since this

option will take a little longer, be mindful of your flight times as you will still need to

take an Uber/Lyft/Cab from Downtown Seattle to the Airport.

Website: www.victoriaclipper.com

Cost: $55 One way

Various Shuttle Services: Because the island's biggest business is weddings and

tourism, and business is a-boomin', there are multiple shuttles that serve as one-

stop transportation for getting to/from the airport and island. How does the shuttle

get to the island you may ask? They are hovercrafts! Just kidding, they go via the

Ferry Terminal at Anacortes just like any other car getting there. Shuttle tickets

include ferry tickets ($13.50 per adult round trip) in the fare so it's one less thing to

worry about. Advantages of the shuttle: Door-to- door service and pretty cost

effective for individuals. Disadvantages: strict schedule with early Saturday

Departures.

Website: www.islandairporter.com

Cost: $110 Round trip

Rental Car + Ferry: If you prefer to rent a car, SeaTac has all the major and budget

rental companies. I'd recommend checking out Priceline.com or Expedia to try and

get the best price ( As low as $35.00 Per Day). Also, the end of September is quite busy in Seattle so we

recommend getting the rental reserved well in advance. So you have your rental,

how do you get to the island?

Step 1: The same day you book your rental, go to wdot.com and secure your

ferry ticket. Ticket prices are for round trip and you pay for the vehicle +

passengers. For example, a sedan with 2 passengers would need to pay a fare

for the car, as well as each passenger. Prices for this example are as follows

Car: $30

Adult Ferry: $13.50

Senior Ferry (+65) 6.50

Total: $50.00

Step 2: Upon your arrival to Seattle, point your compass North to Anacortes

WA. Find a nice spot to have breakfast/lunch, and wait for the ferry.

Step 3: Get on the ferry

Step 4: Start your vacation. The ferry is about 45 minutes and very scenic.

Step 5: Once the ferry docks at Friday Harbor, drive about 10-15 minutes to

the other side of the island to get to Roche Harbor.

There's lots of scenery on the island including a Winery, Alpaca Farm, State Parks,

Beaches, Orca Museum, and other Northwesty things. As mentioned earlier, we will

create a Facebook group for our loved one's to communicate/coordinate with each

other if they want to share a rental car among other things.

Website: I'm on a boat!

We're excited to share such a magical place with you all! If you have any questions

when you start making your travel plans, please feel free to reach out to us or our

trust travel guide at Roche Harbor, Jereny Nash.

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