Catalina Island Cruise Holidays

Catalina Island cruises feature an idyllic uninhabited island just off the southeast coast of the Dominican Republic. The simplicity of this tiny island means Catalina Island cruises very much focus on natural pleasures: a selection of water sports, colourful marine life and idyllic beaches. Catalina Island cruise ships anchor just off the island and small boats ferry passengers to the shore. A short walk is usually enough to escape the crowds and find a quiet slice of paradisiacal powdery white sand. Shallow waters provide idyllic conditions for relaxed swimming. Most Catalina cruise excursions will revolve around waterborne activities, a beach barbecue, a simple beach bar and a handful of local craft vendors. Even the shortest of cruises to Catalina Island allow time for beach walks and a desert island buffet. You can search and book cruises to Catalina Island with directline-cruises.

 

Cruises to Catalina Island will appeal to keen scuba diving enthusiasts. The island is formed of coral and the tropical waters around the island remain exceptionally pure. Divers will find longer Catalina Island cruise and stay holidays allow time to explore some of the most rewarding diving in the Dominican Republic, and some would say the entire Caribbean. A longer Catalina Island cruise holiday will also appeal to keen birdwatchers.

 

If your cruise to Catalina Island involves a longer stay there are several unforgettable excursions on offer. Most longer Catalina cruise holidays will offer trips to La Romana on the mainland  plus the stylish resort of Casa de Campo and the pretty Spanish-styled village of Altos de Chavon. If your Catalina cruise permits, you could even visit the dynamic island capital Santo Domingo. Catalina Island cruise ships frequently move on to the Eastern Caribbean and islands like Barbados, Martinique and Margarita Island. Search for Catalina cruise holidays with cruise lines like Costa and cruise ships like the Fortuna. Most Catalina cruise holidays are fly/cruise via Florida or ports in the Caribbean. Look for cheap cruises to Catalina Island outside the peak mid-winter Catalina cruise season. Use our online search to find your perfect Catalina Island cruise.