We finished packing early and made contact with our AirBNB host Linda. She came over and chatted while giving us some good outing tips on this drizzly morning. She also gave us a lift to the station where we were able to leave our luggage ($6/bag). We next headed out for the nearby Skytrain station to get to Stanley island. We only got one of the two all day passes we paid for out of the machine but found staff who helped by writing on the ticket that we'd had a problem. Good solution that worked all day.
We got to Stanley and found a bike rental shop. A few minutes later we were on the island bike trail heading out to circle it. It felt good to ride even though the bikes were basic hybrids. The separated trail gave us an easy path and great views of the water and city beyond. We still hadn't had any food and it was past 2 pm so we stopped for lunch at the Tea house as recommended.The meal was great and so were the views. We finished the 12 km ride and headed for Granville island which has many popular shops and food. We managed to miss a direction and took a long way around to get there but found and enjoyed it. We couldn't find a ferry to take us back so the Sky Train did. The ride downtown was crowded but got us back to the right station. As we were about to board a light rail we learned that ongoing construction required a special train. Otherwise we wouldn't have been able to get there.caught that detail in the nick of time!
Laurie had picked up a light meal for later so we waited in the special area set aside for sleeper car travelers. I nearly lost my glasses while looking for a wireless signal. We got on the long train about 7:30 pm and enjoyed a peaceful and comfortable evening on-board in our cozy sleeper (with bathroom!). The next leg of this Grand Tour is underway!
Another 35th anniversary
Outside the train station
Our cozy cabin before checking our luggage.
It made into two comfy bunks too.
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