Away from the waterfront, the hills of Sausalito beckon via the steep staircase on Excelsior Lane, opposite the little park next to the ferry terminal.

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Councillor Hilary Bastone said it was hoped the work would "future-proof the working of the ferry for the next 50 years".

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He plans to meet with the Isles of Scilly Steamship Company to discuss the possibility of the major Scillonian re-fit being speeded up so the ferry can sail next Christmas.

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Take the free ferry: The Algiers Ferry leaves every 30 minutes from the dock right next to the aquarium to cross the Mississippi.

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Next stop is the Linge Ferry Quay, 15km southwest, on the edge of the town of Storfjord.

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The ferry will operate on Liverpool to Douglas sailings from early next year.

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Alternatively, take a short gondola or ferry ride from the boat stations in front of the Palazzo Ducale, next to Piazza San Marco, to the Hotel Cipriani on Isola Della Guidecca.

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