Discover Catalina Island
November 19-22, 2024
$1,199(Double Occupancy) +$392 (Single Supplement)

Day One: We’re on our way to Long Beach California, with a stop for lunch, on self, in Palm Springs. A foodie’s paradise, the downtown streets of Palm Springs are lined with charming cafes, so there is sure to be something for everyone. Late afternoon we’ll arrive in Long Beach and check into the Downtown Hilton Hotel, located just a few blocks from Pine Avenue, better known as “Restaurant Row.” After dark the Avenue comes alive with night spots featuring music and entertainment. We’ll stroll the charming sidewalks offering thousands of colorful, ever-changing LED lights, casting the street’s historic buildings in a warm glow. The evening is yours to enjoy at your leisure.

Day Two: We’ll enjoy a delicious hot breakfast buffet, included, at the hotel. Late morning we’re off to the pier, where we’ll board a high-speed catamaran and cruise 22 miles to the picturesque town of Avalon, on Catalina Island. One of the four southernmost islands of California’s Channel Islands, Catalina Island is made up of two towns, the incorporated city of Avalon on the east end, and the unincorporated village of Two Harbors on the west end. The Island is just 22 miles long and 8 miles across. Outside of the two towns is a majestically beautiful and rugged wilderness, under the stewardship of the Catalina Island Conservancy. Catalina Island’s rich history and unique charms, as well as a mild subtropical climate, offering warm temperatures year-round, captures the hearts of visitors from around the world. Fall temperatures (September-November) run 65-70 degrees F. Most visitors get around the island by foot, bike or golf cart. Early afternoon we’ll arrive in Avalon, just in time for lunch, on self, with several wonderful restaurants to choose from. After lunch we’ll explore this friendly and historic beachfront town before checking into the Pavilion Hotel, our headquarters for the next two nights. With its relaxed atmosphere and resort-style amenities, the Pavilion offers an exceptional guest experience. The central courtyard, with swaying palms, tropical flowers and cozy fire ring, is a great spot to gather early evening for the daily wine and cheese reception.Dinner is on self, and the night is yours to enjoy at your leisure.

Day Three: Breakfast is on self this morning, with several restaurants to choose from, just outside your hotel room door. The day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Activities on Catalina Island are ala carte, affordable and superexciting. Hop on a Hummer and explore Catalina’s pristine wilderness on an exciting land tour like Bison Expedition or Ridgetop Eco Adventure. Experience El Rancho Escondido, Philip Wrigley’s ranch. See dolphins, sea lions and other aquatic life in the crystal clear waters of Catalina’s world-renowned marine environment. Take an Undersea Sub Expedition, experience everyone’s favorite Glass Bottom Boat Voyage, or set out after dark on the Flying Fish Voyage. And this is just to name a few! We’ll see you again this evening for the daily wine and cheese reception around the fire ring.

Day Four: Breakfast is on self this morning at the restaurant of your choice. Early afternoon we’ll board the Express Ferry back to Long Beach, where we’ll board our own Transits and head for home, with a stop for early dinner on self, along the way. Discover Catalina Island is always remarkable and we hope you’ll join us!

Scottsdale:
La Quinta Inn & Suites
8888 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

The Scottsdale pickup location can be easily reached via AZ 101/Pima Freeway. Exit the freeway at Shea. The La Quinta Hotel is located at the northeast corner of AZ 101 and Shea Blvd.

Mesa:
Mesa Doubletree Hotel
1011 W. Holmes Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210

This is the Fiesta Mall region, and the Hilton Hotel is easily viewed from the U.S. 60/Superstition Freeway. Exit the freeway at Alma School and head east to Holmes. Park and wait for the bus at the west end of the hotel parking lot.