Victoria, B.C.: A Ferry Ride & a Few Easy Days by the Water There’s something about arriving somewhere by ferry that makes a trip feel different right from the start. The slow approach, the open water, the first glimpse of shoreline—it all sets a calmer pace. Our trip to Victoria, B.C. started that way, and the city matched it perfectly. Crossing Over on the Black Ball Ferry We made our way across on the Black Ball Ferry Line aboard the M.V. Coho, and it ended up being more than just a way to get from point A to point B. The ride itself felt like part of the trip—standing out on the deck with the wind coming off the water, watching the coastline shift, and keeping an eye out for passing boats along the way. There’s something especially satisfying about pulling into Victoria’s Inner Harbour by boat. The city sort of unfolds in front of you—historic buildings, the waterfront, and that steady hum of activity. Settling In Downtown We checked into the Chateau Victoria, right in the hear...