Catalina Island - 2008 Vacation Planner - (Page 22)

Ti m e t o P l a n Y o u r I S L A ND TIM E VA CAT I O N There’s so much to see and do on Catalina Island that it takes more than a day to squeeze it all in. Most people think only of Avalon when they think of Catalina — but there’s a whole 22 ITINERARY IDEAS island to discover and plenty of activities to keep you busy exploring the entire island. It’s fun for all ages — kids, couples and families. Arrive in the city of Avalon by ferry from any of five departure cities — Marina del Rey, San Pedro, Long Beach, Newport Beach or Dana Point — or by helicopter from Long Beach or San Pedro, or by cruise ship. On the way over, look out for porpoises, whales or sea lions that live in the channel waters. Once you’re on Catalina, your island adventure begins. Day 1 - Avalon • Take a scenic tour of Avalon to get the lay of the land. • Enjoy Catalina’s undersea life nose-to-nose on a glass-bottom boat or semi-submersible submarine tour. Take the tour in the evening to see a whole new crop of critters lurking in the shadows. • Enjoy a leisurely stroll to the end of the Green Pleasure Pier in the middle of town. Grab a handful of fish food from the vending machine and feed the fish below. • Wet a line and get hooked on fishing. • Rent a golf cart and discover the nooks and crannies of Avalon on your own. • Play a round of miniature golf. • Set out on a Segway tour around Avalon. • Enjoy a delicious meal at one of the many seaside restaurants. • Go snorkeling at Lover’s Cove. • Peddle around Avalon on a bicycle built for two. • Go parasailing. • Rent a boat, kayak or a bright yellow peddle boat and explore Avalon Harbor. • Go on the evening boat tour to see the world-famous ﬂying fish or a day boat tour to see sea lions at Seal Rock (seasonal). Day 2 - Casino and Descanso Beach area • Meander along the tile-lined Casino Way pathway and watch the boats in the harbor. • Visit the Catalina Island Museum and discover the history and culture of Catalina Island — from the natives who first inhabited the island to its Hollywood legends. • Tour the iconic Casino Building and its amazing Avalon Theatre and Casino Ballroom. • Discover the history of Avalon on a historical walking tour or a colorful Catalina tile walking tour. • Dive in feet-ﬁrst on an expedition to the Casino Underwater Park, or venture further with any of the dive companies on the island. • Rent a kayak and paddle along the rugged coastline. • Gather some friends and play a game of volleyball. • Kick back on the beach or the grassy lawn of Descanso Beach and relax. • Sip a cocktail in the sun or enjoy a sumptuous meal at Descanso Beach. • Take in an evening ﬁrst-run movie at the art-deco Avalon Theatre.

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Contents YOUR ISLAND GUIDE Island Time Time in Avalon Catalina Activities Accommodations Catalina Dining Catalina Shopping Two Harbors Catalina's Interior Itinerary Ideas Transportation ISLAND DIRECTORY Directions to Terminals ISLAND MAPS Accommodations Avalon Hotels Real Estate/Rentals Activities Catalina Island Catalina History Dining Shopping Wedding/Event Planning Visitor & Local Services Calendar of Events Two Harbors Visitors' Information

Catalina Island - 2008 Vacation Planner

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