Thinking of visiting Catalina Island? 🌴 Day trip to Catalina

Name: Thinking of visiting Catalina Island? 🌴 Day trip to Catalina
Uploaded: 2026-01-18T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 22 min 55 s
Channel: Too Much Luggage

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👁️ 350 views📅 4 months ago⏱️ 22:55

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I think Catalina might be one of my favorite little quiet spots in California.

It's just relaxing. Even just for a couple hours off the cruise ship, the weather here, I've been here in the summer, in the winter, the fall, the spring, it's always good weather here.

Catalina is just beautiful. The excursions are easily accessible.

If you're doing an activity that takes you away from port, book with the cruise ship. But to me, if you're staying right in the port area, you feel free to book your own excursion by yourself.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Book excursions that take you away from port with the cruise ship to avoid missing the boat.

✓If staying in the port area, feel free to book your own excursions.

✓Bring towels from the ship for beach time.

✓Try renting a golf cart to drive around the island.

✓Visit the glass bottom boat or snorkel in the clear waters.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Missing the cruise ship — Book excursions through the cruise ship if going away from port; if you miss the boat, it's on you.

Cold water for swimming or snorkeling — The water is cold, but you can still enjoy the beach and clear waters without getting in.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the best things to do on a day trip to Catalina Island?

QHow do you get to Catalina Island if not on a cruise ship?

QShould you book excursions through the cruise ship or on your own?

Topics Covered

Entertainment Shows3 Happy BaconEntertainment Casino2½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconPort Destination3½ Happy BaconExcursions3 Happy BaconPool Deck2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Catalina Island3½ Happy Bacon

Top: Golf cart rental ($65 an hour for a 4-passenger cart, $85 for a 6-person cart)

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YouTube Video Description↓

Thinking of visiting Catalina Island? 🌴 We ditched the golf carts and explored Avalon entirely on foot to find the hidden spots most tourists miss. In this Catalina Island travel vlog, we’re taking you on a scenic walking tour of Avalon. While most people rent expensive golf carts, walking allows you to experience the charm of the island at a slower pace. We’ll show you the iconic Catalina Casino and the crystal-clear waters of Descanso Beach Club. 🔔 Subscribe for more cruise tours and tips! #CarnivalFirenze #CroazierăCarnaval ✅ Subscribe for more South America Travel: 📌 Planning your Peru trip? Check out our Machu Picchu Guide: https://youtu.be/tsMSqC5QWJM We recommend you also watch the videos from the Hawaii playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLA7l454j9KBUq-X4mbedC1U-Ou0CZKk-c If you want to see our adventure in Fiji, follow this playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLA7l454j9KBVXIvp5OfaeUd5Ybf9-99_g MSC Euribia Cruise Ship: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLA7l454j9KBVlI8dEUnmRB6uemgW7NsYf