hi djao -
thanks for the suggestion, even though it's a lot more reasonably priced, i don't see it as a feasible option.
it's a 5.5 hr drive from vancouver to port angeles. we're flying into & staying in vancouver. so, a direct ferry to victoria would be ideal.
which brings up another question - how choppy are the waters there? do i need to stock up on the dramamine for the b/f - he doesn't fare well on boat rides...

and what's the weather like right now? can i get away w/ shorts & a t-shirt or should i pack (much) warmer clothes? i am so bad at correlating degrees to actual climate conditions. so, what's everyone wearing these days? shorts/tanks, tshirts/jeans, parkas/gloves/beanies.