im planning on moving to palm springs, ca at the end of the season from my job on the alaska railroad. the easiest and cheapest way to get there would be to drive my truck down there. but i was told that i would not be able to drive past the gates of canada by myself. is that true? (taking a plane is not an alternative option, because i cannot leave my truck behind in alaska)
2006-08-27 20:13:45 · 7 answers · asked by chef4disney 2 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Other - United States
Yes, you should be able to drive through Canada by yourself. Perhaps you are a minor and that is why you are asking, but if you have a full drivers license, and proof you were employed in ALaska, and where you are going, all should be well.
Another answerer mentioned the ferry .... that would be an alternative, not sure where it leaves from, but it comes in to Bellingham, WA. It's a bit spendy, but so will be the gas driving all the way through Canada. It's an awesome trip, too! Look in to it!
Here is the Alaska Ferry website. You must book the trip in advance, as there is lot of demand.
http://www.akmhs.com/
2006-08-28 06:51:42 · answer #1 · answered by Pichi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you have a full driver's license? Any felony convictions? Those are the questions that get the most people turned back. There may be items you'd have to pay a steep duty on, so I recommend contacting the nearest Canadian port of entry in advance. Make sure you keep your proof of citizenship and the entry fee handy when you re-enter the States.
2006-08-27 20:33:34 · answer #2 · answered by ERIC G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whoever told you that is stupid. Do you have a valid driver's licence? Do you have a passport? Can you enter Canada legally? If so, you can drive through.
2006-08-29 08:39:33 · answer #3 · answered by Christina 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi,,, sure you can,, take the ferry across down at ?? darn can't remember the name of that city,,, but after you get across,, just head on out... You dont have a buddy to go with you????
Good luck
2006-08-27 20:44:51 · answer #4 · answered by eejonesaux 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah, they wont let anyone going to palm springs drive trucks there!
2006-08-27 20:17:42 · answer #5 · answered by evanlah 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can drive into and thru canada by yourself.
2006-08-28 05:14:59 · answer #6 · answered by movercash1 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes but you may need a passport for legally being there
2006-08-28 02:18:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋