Seattlest: Cabin Fever

Carmen

Thu, 24 May 2007 13:14:04 -0800

I'd agree with Jake about the Bremerton ferry--it is a longer ride, but you're much less likely to have to wait for the next ferry (the Bainbridge-Seattle route has the most ridership--both autos and walk-on passengers--over any other route in the WSF system, far beyond any other route). Enjoy your weekend!

Jake of 8bitjoystick.com

Thu, 24 May 2007 12:56:27 -0800

Well as some one who is quite intimately involved with following the ferry system I would recommend you take the longer but more reliable Bremerton run. Some times they let more cars into the ferry terminal than will fit on the Bainbridge boat and you have to wait for two trips until you can go. However on the Bremerton boat they don't let you in unless there is room for you on the boat so it is much more reliable. However bring a book since there is no wifi or anything on the hour long Bremerton run and try to get there 20 mins before the boat is scheduled to leave. Also bring your own beer but drink it in the galley since they charge 5.50 for a cup of Redhook on the ferry. Plus then you get to kick in in B-Town Bremalo style!

Ferry Rider

Thu, 24 May 2007 12:35:51 -0800

Avoid Edmonds-Kingston, and bring your laptop so you can use the wi-fi at the dock while you wait. Enjoy a beautiful afternoon on the Seattle waterfront. Commuter Comforts in the Colman Dock building has great wine and snacks, and Ivars has a fantastic Happy Hour.