i know! i was so shocked when i was looking into ferry pricing. i might have to talk the b/f into joining some tour group or something out to victoria & the garden.

thanks for all the suggestions on things to do in town & good to know it's walk-able. i don't mind hoofin' it around town - plus it will make me not buy a lot of stuff since i won't want to carry it around! but the hotel we're staying @ is so centrally located - that could be a bad thing...
if we do end up getting a car to get out of town, what are good places to see? i heard about the suspension bridges - which one is better - offers a better chance of seeing wildlife or better views.

so don't mind me - just don't run me over as i'm trying to take pix w/ one of my 2 cameras or both! i'm such a dorky tourist, you wouldn't believe it.

thanks - hope you have fun on your trip, too! i love vacations.