Catalina in 5 Minutes: Beaches, Shops & Boats from Carnival Firenze
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We waited in line for this shuttle and unfortunately the line was very long. It took us about an hour and a half in line waiting to get on the shuttle, which is not what we've normally experienced with water shuttles.
But once we were on the water shuttle, we sat up top. It was a beautiful, gorgeous day and we zipped over to the island to explore.
It's got beautiful beaches. That's a free public beach that you can go to.
It's a great place for kids. You can take your kids on the beach, go do some shopping, get some lunch.
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Join Christina from the Lido Hoppers as we explore Catalina Island during our port stop on Carnival Firenze! 🛳️☀️ In this quick 5-minute video, you'll ride along with us on the water shuttle from the ship to the island, get a panoramic look at Catalina's beaches and shopping areas, laugh at some of the quirky signs we found in the shops, and finish with a stunning hyperlapse of Avalon Harbor filled with boat and shuttle activity. 🎉 Rep the Lido Life! Our new merch store is open — shop it like it’s embarkation day: https://lidohoppers.myspreadshop.com/ Buy us a coffee to help fuel more content! https://buymeacoffee.com/lidohoppers Whether you're planning your first visit to Catalina or just want to relive the cruise port vibes, this video gives you a fun and fast-paced look at one of the most charming ports on the West Coast! 📍 Featured: Water shuttle ride from Carnival Firenze Panoramic beach and shopping scenes Inside look at local shops & funny signage Hyperlapse of Avalon Harbor 🎙️ Narrated by Christina of the Lido Hoppers 🎥 Filmed on location during our Carnival Firenze cruise 🛟 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cruise content, port guides, and travel fun from the Lido Hoppers! As an Amazon affiliate I earn a small commission on items that you purchase at no additional cost to you. This helps our channel grow. Thank you in advance! Video Equipment Used to Make this Video: ✅ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - https://amzn.to/3QQwKM6 ✅ DJI Battery Handle - https://amzn.to/3FKOmXo ✅ DJI Mic 2 Bluetooth Microphone - https://amzn.to/42byiFN ✅ DJI Osmo Mini Tripod - https://amzn.to/4iN8qqT ✅ Ulanzi Extendable Tripod - https://amzn.to/4jacSQb ✅ Magnetic Mount - https://amzn.to/4iFPUAu ✅ DJI Osmo Case - https://amzn.to/3FHeRgu ⏱️ YouTube Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: Day Trip to Catalina Island 00:07 – Getting There: Cruise Water Shuttle or Express Ferry 00:40 – Long Wait for the Water Shuttle 01:02 – Arriving on Catalina: First Impressions 01:08 – Things to Do: Beaches, Shops, Snorkeling 01:26 – Spotting the Garibaldi Fish 01:42 – A Popular Destination for Locals and Tourists 01:52 – Activities for Families & Kids 02:09 – Golf Cart Rentals & Island Exploration 02:22 – Wildlife Tours: Bison & Island Foxes 02:37 – Scenic Views & Unique Architecture 03:05 – Island Shopping: Gifts, Food & More 03:36 – Wrapping Up: Harbor Views & Final Thoughts 04:00 – Like, Subscribe & Watch Next!