Travel
Catalina Express
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In order to get to the Catalina Island, you need to take a Ferry. How to Get to the Long Beach Catalina Express Port Location Catalina Express – Long Beach Terminal 320 Golden Shore, Long Beach, CA 90802 Drive From Major Airports Los Angeles (LAX): 30–45 minutes John Wayne (SNA): 25–35 minutes Long Beach Airport (LGB): 15–20 minutes If You’re Driving Yourself Use your GPS and enter: “Catalina Express Long Beach Terminal” The terminal is easy to find and well marked with Catalina Express signage. Overnight parking is available at the terminal. Parking Cost: $24.95 per 24-hour period No reservations required. All major credit cards accepted. When to Arrive at the Terminal We recommend arriving at the terminal at least 60–90 minutes before departure to allow time for Parking, Ticketing/check-in & Boarding. Sea Sickness Prep Tips • Sit toward the back of the boat for a steadier ride if you’re prone to motion sickness • Take Dramamine 30–60 minutes before boarding • Eat a light meal before departure (avoid greasy foods) • Stay hydrated and get fresh air on deck if needed
Getting Around Catalina Island
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Catalina Island is a car-limited island, which means traditional rental cars, Ubers, and Lyfts are not available. This helps keep the island peaceful, walkable, and easy to navigate. Most places in Avalon are within walking distance, including beaches, restaurants, shops, and hotels. If you prefer not to walk, transportation options include: Circuit (kind of like Uber): It is the cheapest way to get around the island. You can download the app here: https://www.ridecircuit.com/ Golf cart rentals (available by the hour or day) Local hotel shuttles (offered by select hotels)
Expenses Covered
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Aimee and Kevin will be covering the cost of your round trip Ferry boat tickets from Long Beach → Avalon & Avalon → Long Beach.
