Sunset Sprint – Avalon & Baja California
About this cruise
4 nights, 2 ports, one very easy decision. This one heads out of Los Angeles on July 19, 2027 and visits Santa Catalina Island and Ensenada. With 2 port days and 1 at sea, there's room for each stop to breathe. Rugged coastline, sea fog rolling in, and cities that feel relaxed even when they're busy. Most ports give you about 9 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Carnival Radiance takes the food seriously, with 13 restaurants to choose from. 8 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. Good for anyone who can't take two weeks off but still wants the cruise experience. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Los Angeles has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. It's peak season, so the weather is at its best and the ship will be full. That's part of the fun. Good route, good ship, good timing. It all lines up.