The recreational Port of Santa Barbara is part of the beautiful Santa Barbara Waterfront and is within close proximity to downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Harbor, and Stearns Wharf, the state’s oldest working wooden wharf. Many of the city’s most popular events take place at or near the port, including the 4th of July festivities,… Read more »
Port Category: California
Catalina Island
Guests traveling to Catalina Island have the option of traveling by ferry, helicopter, or private aircraft or private boat. The San Pedro, Long Beach, Newport Beach, and Dana Point ports all have ferry schedules to the island. The idyllic island is known for its summer vacation vibe and welcomes well over 900,000 cruise ship and… Read more »
Long Beach
The Port of Long Beach, one of the busiest seaport in the US and a model of environmental stewardship, is home to Carnival’s cruise terminal. Strategically located next to the legendary Queen Mary, the cruise terminal is known for its efficiency and is the largest cruise gateway to the Mexican Riviera from the West Coast.
San Francisco
The Port of San Francisco was vital during the California Gold Rush in the mid-1800s with ships commanding the San Francisco waterfront and spurring a population boom to this port city. It has continued its strong tradition as being of central importance to the city’s economy with its advancements in sustainability and recreation. As one… Read more »