So How Do I Get to Catalina?

     Every year my family drives down to the port in Downtown Long Beach and takes the Catalina Express to Catalina Island.  We always have my grandparents drive with us so we can avoid paying high, daily parking fees.  The boat ride to Catalina is nice and relaxing.  Almost every year we are fortunate enough to see whales and dolphins.  Travelers who purchase tickets have the choice of sitting inside or outside, with the exception of the commodore lounge.  The boat is always clean and there is also a small bar that allows riders to purchase drinks and snacks.  There is also the choice of purchasing a ticket to be able to sit in the commodore lounge.  My family has never done this because the boat ride is only about an hour and these tickets are pricier.  The island is approximately twenty-six miles away from the mainland.  Catalina Island is a great place to go for day trips, weekend trips, and in my case, week trips.  One of the great things about Catalina is its convenient location and ease to get to.  Like other vacations, you might need a passport or have to take many things into consideration before traveling.  Catalina allows people to enjoy themselves and to get away from the busy lifestyle of the mainland.

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