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Catalina Island's Walking Tours
of the Island includes a stroll along the Avalon Ballroom Walkway to the
Ballroom Tours, Movies and Museum
Shown above is a photo of
a senior couple walking with the sun hats on at Catalina Island's Avalon.
They walk at a decent pace along the paved path that passes along the
waterfront from downtown to the ballroom. This photo above is an actual
picture that became more art-like through application of a filter via some
photo software. The grass in the initial picture was slightly barren
in spots, so the filter flattened the brown spots so they look smoother and
more pleasant. The filter as applied to the water was actually erased quite
a bit because the water contained a busy pattern all on its own without need
of filter exaggeration. The aqua-green painted rails held their own and
looked surreal with or without a filter. The filter worked its magic best on
boats, giving them more of a painted look, and the folks walking. The
woman's huge patterned shirt and pants were too noticeable, and the filter
toned them down quite a bit. The name of the filter used was called
Dry Brush.
26 Miles across the sea,
Santa Catalina is a waiting for me. Santa Catalina, the island of romance,
romance, romance. Once you arrive by boat or fly in on a helicopter to
Catalina Island, your feet quickly become your best friends. Whether you
like to walk or not, the island is one of the best spots to get those feet
moving. You don't simply arrive on Catalina Island and have a car rental at
your access. Cars are limited, so you need to think "walk". It's great to
rent a golf cart on arrival and do an overview tour (save money by renting 3
hours instead of 1). But even with a cart, you'll want to stop and take
photos or see some interesting sights such as the Wrigley Gardens. And
there's a great walk along the oceanfront and bay that leads past a plaza
where most the shops and dining are located. Stop there to enjoy the tiled
fountains. Then continue on by foot to the Avalon Ballroom shown above. If
you don't walk, you'll miss some really cool tile murals visible only along
this walkway.
Walking is an enjoyable
activity in new places with new faces. It's healthy and will make you happy
if you have chosen comfortable shoes (please do).
How do you make your way
to a romantic day? What you quickly learn on the island is that romance is a
state of mind. You can be a kid or adult, happy as a lark. There's a magic
on this island in its beauty, its natural lands, its hikes, golf cart rides,
and all that mesmerizes on this glistening, glowing daytrip to paradise.
Where ya' gonna stay on
the Island? There are few chain hotels. Most are independently owned. Here's
the
list of those you can book and with few exceptions, you'll most often
find availability in the biggest property, Catalina Canyon Resort, the only
full service property on the island. Complimentary van shuttle is provided
to the boat landing.
Got your ride to the
island? You're going to require a ticket to get a ride. And some days they
sell out. So it's best to buy ahead and reserve your seat. You can depart
from
Newport Beach ,
Long Beach or Dana Point.
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