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How early can you arrive at BC Ferries?
Arrive prepared Arrive at the terminal 60 minutes before your scheduled departure if you have a vehicle booking and arrive at least 45 minutes before your scheduled departure if you have a foot passenger booking. Have your booking reference number ready at the ticket booth and tap to pay to for a faster check-in.
Can you sleep at BC Ferries?
BC Ferries has this weird rule that says you can’t sleep or rest or practice your butchering on the lower vehicle decks while the ferry is in motion.
What is the percentage of reservations on BC Ferries?
During the Trial, reservation space will increase from 40 to 50 percent to 95 per cent of the vessel. Our new discounted Saver fare provides an incentive for customers to travel on less busy sailings, which will help even out traffic throughout the day.
Can you park overnight at Tsawwassen Mills?
No. It will get towed. The mall in on First Nations land and they do not allow over night parking.
Can you smoke in your car on BC Ferries?
Smoking, whether tobacco or cannabis, is prohibited on BC Ferries vessels at all times and in all locations.
Can I smoke on a ferry?
Yes – outside, at designated smoking areas on the passenger deck. You can’t smoke on the car deck or in internal passenger areas. This includes all forms of smoking, like synthetic and electronic cigarettes, cigars and pipes.
Can you get on a ferry without a passport?
A valid form of photo ID will be enough on most domestic ferry sailings, or you won’t need any ID at all to check-in. You can find information on what form of ID you’ll need to travel in your confirmation email.
How much is long term parking at Tsawwassen?
Long term – stall number required to purchase parking. Take your ticket with you. $8.50 each additional 12 hour period after the first 24 hours.
How much is it to park at Tsawwassen Ferry?
Effective April 1st 2022 our park rate will be $15.00 per day. Please come into the Tsawwassen RV Resort office to register a parking stall today.
Can I stay in my motorhome on a ferry?
Generally speaking, LPG fuelled motorhomes are allowed on ferries and those who have LPG cylinders are also allowed. However, there are restrictions (usually 1 cylinder) of how much LPG you can take. Check with the ferry company before making your booking.
What is the contract with BC Ferries?
BC Ferries’ routes and service levels are defined in the Coastal Ferry Services Contract between the Province of British Columbia and BC Ferries. The contract, originally signed in 2003, is a binding 60-year agreement that is reviewed and updated at four-year intervals, called performance terms.
What do you need to know about transportation in BC?
Transportation Permitting. Vehicles and transportation services may require special permits, licences or registration to legally operate in British Columbia. Commercial Transport Permits (now onRouteBC) Access the new onRouteBC commercial transport permit system. You can also access the TPS system and information about commercial transport permits.
What is the coastal ferry Act?
Introduced in early 2003, the Coastal Ferry Act established the legislative framework for BC Ferries. BC Ferries’ routes and service levels are defined in the Coastal Ferry Services Contract between the Province of British Columbia and BC Ferries.
Can you smoke on BC Ferries?
No smoking of any kind is permitted on board all ferries and at all terminals. For other corporate policies, including Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, Corporate Communications and more, see BC Ferries Resources. If you have any questions about any of our policies, call 1-888-BC FERRY (1-888-223-3779).