Sorry for the delayed reply.

Thank you ALL for your wonderful advice. So much to see, so little time!

We'll be spending 7 nights in Victoria. I have rides planned 4 of those days, one of which includes a ride to Salt Spring Island.

After Victoria, I have 3 nights/4 days to explore the San Juans. I want to make the most of our time, without feeling "rushed". I'm hoping to visit 2 islands (maybe 3) in that time period. I'll need to end up in Port Angeles, where I'm planning on leaving my truck on the way to Victoria.

I should also mention that we'll be on our tandem (having been to the tandem rally in Victoria) and will be doing much of our riding hauling our panniers. We'll definitely do the B&B thing - no camping! The older I get, the more I appreciate a hot shower and a soft bed at the end of a long day of cycling.

Jesvetmed - thanks for the book reference. I'll go see if I can hunt it down.

Susan - I'll let you know about the maps. It's a long way off yet, so I have plenty of time to dream up cycling routes.....I'll be sure to ask your opinion on some proposed routes, as I get closer to the trip.

Thanks again ladies!

Susan