I'm planning a trip to the Sunshine Coast and need to understand the transportation options. Please provide details on how to get to the Sunshine Coast from Vancouver, including the ferry routes and the approximate travel time for each segment. Additionally, what are the primary ways to get around once on the Sunshine Coast?
Navigate to the 'Getting Here & Getting Around' page from the 'Plan Your Trip' section. Identify the primary ferry route from Vancouver to the Southern Sunshine Coast, noting the departure and arrival terminals and approximate sailing time. Identify the primary ferry route connecting the Southern and Northern Sunshine Coast, noting the departure and arrival terminals and approximate sailing time. Determine the recommended methods for getting around the Sunshine Coast once arrived. Synthesize the ferry details and local transportation methods into a concise answer.
The agent successfully navigates to the 'Getting Here & Getting Around' page. The agent states the ferry route from Horseshoe Bay (West Vancouver) to Langdale (Gibsons) and its approximate sailing time (40 minutes). The agent states the ferry route from Earls Cove to Saltery Bay and its approximate sailing time (50 minutes). The agent identifies that getting around the Sunshine Coast primarily requires a car, but also mentions local bus services and potentially other options like cycling or walking for shorter distances.