The tickets weren't cheap but I took the high speed ferry over to Catalina and enjoyed the trip. The boat was fast, clean and the loading and unloading of passengers was obviously something they'd done a million times. The boat is large and you have your choice of seating, so if there's a place you really want to sit (or... More

For two people expect to pay about $150 round trip - a little pricey I think for an hour boat ride one way. They seem to have a lot of staff on board, which I think is unnecessary. They could probably cut the staff in half and drop the ticket price considerably.

You only need one day to see everything, I mostly went to relax it's very beautiful

I was surprised how big the waves were! The staff was nice

If you can afford it, take a helicopter or private yacht to Avalon, Santa Catalina Island, CA, otherwise you have little or no other option than taking the Catalina Express (fast public charter boat) departing from Long Beach, Dana Point, or San Diego across the channel. The ride is worth the price even if you don't stay on the island... More

The Catalina Express Commodore Lounge was a comfortable and pleasant way to make the one hour trip from Long Beach to Avalon. The crew were attentive and very professional. There were dolphins and the occasional whale sightings during the short trip, adding to our enjoyment.

Only about an hour crossing, comfortable. But Catalina leaves a lot to be desired, after you have seen the back country (bus tours-- no cars on island) or biked up steep mountain trails, golf carted around town, not much to see or do. Too many ghetto teens for me. One day is enough.

They have food and a bar and a very friendly staff. If its cold, it may be a little crowded inside. Luckily, they sell sea sickness meds.

We went 1st class and everything went smooth. Good service and comfortable seats....bloody mary's are real good...try it. Boarding went quick and de-broading as well......very professional.