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    Catalina Flyer

    3.1 (668 reviews)
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    Updated over 3 months ago

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    At the Head of the Flyer
    Ki D.

    It's a Boat time! Made it to Catalina Island by taking the Newport Flyer. This Flyer sets sail only twice a day. Once in the morning and the return back in midafternoon. What an Oar-deal. And speaking of deals our group upgraded to the V.I.P package on the way to Catalina. It includes boarding 1st. 50% off drinks. The crew members go around with excursion packages with discounts as well. Yeah Buoy! The water can be a bit Rocky but the view is knot to shabby. If you're feeling a little nauti the Catalina Flyer is the way to flow and this is no Bull-Ship!

    terrible experience and terrible customer service. we had trouble parking so we were looking around and ended up missing our ferry so we tried to find a alternative way there and ask if we can do a return with our original trip. the person kept on disconnecting us and hanging up the calls. we did not get credit back or a refund just attitude and terrible customer service. find a different company to go with because this one is absolute trash. would give them 0 stars if I could. they kept hanging up the phone. see the 1 STAR section before booking.

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    Jill G.

    The crew were very friendly. Explained everything about the ride & what to expect. They told you about the seating arrangement or which level is best for seasickness & why. Also offered Dramamine. Very comfortable seats. Nice bathrooms. Clean boat. The ride was about an hour & a half. Choppy going, smooth sailing back. Pleasant experience. It was Super Bowl Sunday, so they played the game on the tvs. I've taken them a couple years ago, I'd use them every time.

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    When I asked when my boat would be arriving (at 8:25 pm for an 8:45pm departure), I was told that I should just go swim to my boat. Nice.

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    Employees are great and cordial. Ship left on time and clean. I will definitely be a repeat customer! Please don't forget to tip them.

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    Ask the Community - Catalina Flyer

    Is there any special promotion for your birthday?

    Is the parking at the Municipal safe? Can I leave my luggage in the car the whole day while I visit the island?

    Municipal parking lot has been recommended by the city of Newport Beach for all day and overnight parking for many years but the City of Newport Beach also recommends you do not leave anything valuable visible in your vehicle, you should always lock… 

    Do I have to store my stroller or can I keep it with me during the trip?

    They have a place to store strollers and luggage.

    Is there any free street parking or do you have to park in the lot?

    Yes there is free street parking. But note mondays and Tuesdays are street cleaning days. So be mindful of what side of the street to park on, on these days.

    Can you bring a coolerwith you?

    Yes

    Is there a restroom outside before boarding the ship?

    Yes there are public restrooms along the harbor.

    Is it handicap accessible?

    Yes

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    Review Highlights - Catalina Flyer

    On the way leaving catalina island, our captain slowed down the boat for us because there was a huge pod of dolphins!

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    Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade

    Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade

    3.6
    (358 reviews)

    The Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade is one of the most iconic traditions around the holidays in…read moreOrange County. I know the coastal cities in California all have their own variation of this experience, but the Newport Beach one is the closest one to me and the one that I have taken family who visit for Christmas. When you book boat tours during this season, keep in mind to pick a tour after sunset. You'll see that the 5-8pm times are slightly more affordable because those tours will see the decorated houses along the water but the best time to see the boat parade would be taking a 8pm or 8:30pm tour. You have to check in with your tour company an hour prior, and the lines form quickly so you might even want to come earlier than that. Whatever time your tour is I recommend arriving 2 hours earlier because it takes a while to find parking. We arrived 90 minutes prior to our tour time and barely made it, and we even split up. My niece and nephew went to get our wristbands and got in line while my cousin and I circled around for over an hour for parking. The line began to move to board as soon as we got there. In retrospect I would have driven down there even sooner to have dinner in the area so we wouldn't have to stress so much about being late. The tour boat we were on had snacks and beverages, both alcoholic and nonalcohilic, for purchase. We got a window seat and was able to see all of the beautifully decorated boats of all sizes. Some of these people get super creative. Some pick a theme. Some just put on a lot of lights. It's hard to describe but it's such a wonderful feeling of feeling the joys of the holidays. I uploaded a few pictures, but I promise my pictures don't do the experience justice. Great for family and spectators of all ages. Just be patient and come early to ensure your optimal experience. Being early also ensures you get a good window seat on the boat. This is definitely one of the unique attractions when spending Christmas time in California.

    I've been to other boat parades in California and the Newport Beach one is my favorite (and one of…read morethe most renowned) While it's fun to be in a boat for the boat parade, I truly believe the best view is from the shore! We try to go every year and the best time I've had is getting one of the coveted restaurant reservations and being able to sit by the window of a restaurant and eat a great meal and watch the boat parade go by from the warmth and comfort of inside one of the many restaurants that line the harbor. Another option is just to bundle up (although this year it wasn't that cold on a few days) and find parking and then watch it from the shore. That is the free option and since the boat parade is really good at publishing their schedule you can time your visit to when the parade will pass by that location. I love seeing all the creatively (and some professionally!) decorated lit up boats! My kids really enjoy it too and we always take hot chocolate and make it a fun family holiday activity!

    Harbor Breeze

    Harbor Breeze

    4.3
    (716 reviews)

    Epic boat trip! We saw two humpback whales and they were so active! One breached over and over! The…read morecrew was wonderful!

    We've been taking Harbor Breeze Cruises for many years and have probably been on the Long Beach…read moreHarbor Tour more than a dozen times. Whenever we have family or friends visiting from out of state or overseas, it's one of our favorite activities because it's a relaxing way to see the Port of Long Beach, the Queen Mary, and, if you're lucky, the sea lions. We brought another group yesterday, and everyone enjoyed the tour. The only downside, in my opinion, is the boats used for the harbor tour. Yesterday we were on the Kristina, and in the past we've also been on the Caroline, which we chartered for my mother's ash-scattering ceremony about 14 years ago. Both vessels are showing their age. I also think the marketing could be clearer. The photos on the website and many travel sites prominently feature the newer catamarans, which gives the impression that those are the boats used for the harbor tour. I actually called ahead to ask and learned that the harbor tours use different vessels. While I appreciated getting the correct information, many first-time visitors probably wouldn't think to ask and may expect the newer boats shown in the advertising. The harbor tour itself is still worthwhile, and we'll likely continue bringing our guests because we genuinely enjoy the experience. I just hope Harbor Breeze considers updating or refurbishing the harbor tour vessels and making the marketing a little clearer so guests know exactly what to expect.

    Catalina Flyer - boatcharters - Updated August 2026

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