BC Ferries’ new requirement to reserve a spot when sailing from Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo will no doubt be a major shift for travelers.

Nanaimo Mayor Leonard Krog fears the change will also lead to fewer visitors in his city.

He is worried the requirement could hurt tourism by turning spontaneous travel into a headache.

“People are used to having regular ferry service, taking the risks if they don’t get a reservation,” he told 1130 NewsRadio.

“But now, when [BC Ferries] has gone to a full reservation, pay up front system, I think that’s a challenge for folks and people will be reluctant to make that commitment.”

He says the level of inconvenience may become problematic.

“Because things happen. You want to get back to the island sooner or whatever the case may be. Your plans are not se

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