The End Of An Era
I'm sad to say the end of an era has been reached. For those lucky enough to have travelled on the Maria Island Ferry would no doubt be aware of the owners, John and Anne who have taken 500,000 passengers to the island during their 10 year service. Their passion towards the island was evident in their rapport with tourists from all over the world. I will so greatly miss them and their service and I made sure I got to ride this very last run.
Here John guides the ferry gently towards Darlington Wharf for the last time on Thursday 30th March, 2017.
Photo By Steve Bromley
As a P.S.
I got to see the new vessel today also and it is impressive but the price for the comfort is going to be a killer for some including me. Casual daytrippers will be ok as their fare will include entry to the park despite a $10 increase in the fare which will be negated by the Parks Pass. For backpackers and locals wishing to camp and stay over there is going to be a huge increase in price.Each piece of luggage will cost $10 and that is only to 15kgs. So with tent, and all the other gear it will cost even more so instead of just walking on the boat now everything's going to be complicated and expensive. So unless they change their pricing for campers this once happy camper might not be going there too often or at all.
The End Of An Era
I'm sad to say the end of an era has been reached. For those lucky enough to have travelled on the Maria Island Ferry would no doubt be aware of the owners, John and Anne who have taken 500,000 passengers to the island during their 10 year service. Their passion towards the island was evident in their rapport with tourists from all over the world. I will so greatly miss them and their service and I made sure I got to ride this very last run.
Here John guides the ferry gently towards Darlington Wharf for the last time on Thursday 30th March, 2017.
Photo By Steve Bromley
As a P.S.
I got to see the new vessel today also and it is impressive but the price for the comfort is going to be a killer for some including me. Casual daytrippers will be ok as their fare will include entry to the park despite a $10 increase in the fare which will be negated by the Parks Pass. For backpackers and locals wishing to camp and stay over there is going to be a huge increase in price.Each piece of luggage will cost $10 and that is only to 15kgs. So with tent, and all the other gear it will cost even more so instead of just walking on the boat now everything's going to be complicated and expensive. So unless they change their pricing for campers this once happy camper might not be going there too often or at all.