Avalon is a sparkling city off the California's mainland, just an hour's ride by boat from both LA and Orange county. What a nice getaway from the Californian urban spawl. If not for the store signs in English, you'd swear that you were on a little Mediterrean island!
Beautiful tile work is all over the town, from the main street to the hills.
- Pros:intimacy, cleanliness/conservation, activity-filled, blue water, friendly people
- Cons:some island overpricing of tours, retail stores
- In a nutshell:Arrive in Avalon !!!
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When in Avalon, catch the "Avalon Scenic Tour" bus for a 50 minute ride. The ride is mostly smooth, except on the hills... more travel advice
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A highlight of my trip was taking the bus tour (more info to read on transportation link), guiding by a... more travel advice
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Spent my high school summers as a camp counselor over near the Isthmus (sp?) - Camp Cherry Valley. What great memories. Happy Birthday!
Everyone should visit Avalon, even just for the name of it! Looks beautiful as well.
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