June 24, 2019 - Monday
Victoria,BC to Seattle, WA

On our way out of Victoria heading to the ferry, we stopped at Butchart Gardens.  Surrounded by lush greens and colorful blooms, there are over 100 years of blooms.  This land was originally a limestone quarry that was the backyard of Jennie Butchart.  She envisioned landscaping a sunken garden in its place and transforming the property for her family and visitors for generations to come.  Well she definitely succeeded.  There are 55 acres of gardens, 900 bedding plant varieties, 26 greenhouses and 50 full-time gardeners. 

We really enjoyed our journey through the Providences of Canada and it's time to head back to the USA.  We took the ferry back over to Vancouver and drove to Seattle.  Very long day especially when we came to the border crossing.   Which told us there was approx. border delays of 40mins.   It took us 1 1/2hrs to get through the border.  Now through we drove straight to our hotel snapped a few pictures along the way.  Needing to change Tessie from km to miles, I missed the Welcome to Washington sign.  We had to stop and charge Tessie in Lynwood, WA which took another 50 minutes.  

Feeling very tired from our long day drive, we checked into the MOXY by Marriott which we had never stayed at this brand before.  It was quit interesting.  The MOXY is very modern unique hotel. The check in is at the Bar, which they give you a complimentary drink upon arrival.  

We walked over to the Palmera Mexican Restaurant and enjoyed our dinner.  After the Margarita and Dinner we are done for the day.