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Discover paradise with a day trip to Angel Island this weekend

Hike, bike, or hit the beach in the middle of San Francisco Bay with a weekend day trip to Angel Island State Park – AKA: Paradise. Considered time and again as one of the best Bay Area day trips – your Bay Area paradise island getaway begins with a ride on the award winning Angel Island Tiburon Ferry, which has been named as one of California’s “Top 8 Ferry Rides” by Sunset Magazine, and recently acknowledged as an award winning “Local Attraction” by the Marin Magazine’s 2013 Editor’s Choice Awards.

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Hit the beach on Angel Island with Angel Island Tiburon Ferry

Hit the beach on Angel Island State Park and take your adventure quota up a notch this weekend. Let’s face it, there are great California beaches…and then there California beaches so awesome like those found on Angel Island that you need to make sure you visit them at least once in your lifetime.

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All aboard for our Holiday 2013 Sparkling Lights Cruise

Tis the season to experience all the magic and wonderment the sparkling holiday lights of San Francisco Bay bring aboard the Tamalpais – Angel Island Tiburon Ferry’s luxury party vessel on Saturday, December 28, 2013 from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Tickets may be reserved online @ AngelIslandFerry.com, and include one complimentary cocktail or beverage.

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All Aboard for Captain Maggie & Crew's Holiday Open House on 12/7/2013

Ahoy there mates…it’s time to celebrate! Join Captain Maggie McDonogh & Crew for a Holiday Open House Dockside – we’ll be serving up some holiday cheer to include sparkling sips & organic soup tastings aboard the Tamalpias – Angel Island Tiburon Ferry’s luxury party vessel on Saturday, 12/7/2013, from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.

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Adopt A Seal makes a great gift for everyone on your list

Give your friends and family the gift of an Adopt-A-Seal ~ and gain the satisfaction of knowing you are helping in the rescue and rehabilitation of our marine mammals.

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September offers best time to getaway on San Francisco Bay

Ah yes, for Californian’s it’s no secret the month of September offers some of the best weather and sailing conditions.  In fact, accordingly to travel experts, the best time to visit the San Francisco Bay Area is from September to November.  This is partly due to the fact that August …

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Getaway with an Angel Island Ferry Sunset Cruise this weekend

An all-time favorite with locals and tourists alike – Angel Island Tiburon Ferry’s Sunset Cruises run every Friday & Saturday evening from 6:30 to 8 PM now through Saturday, October 12, 2013.

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Angel Island Tiburon Ferry receives Marin Magazine Editor's Choice Award

The 2013 Marin Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Award follows Captain Maggie McDonogh and the Angel Island Tiburon Ferry crew receiving The American Red Cross Life Saving Organization Hero Award, and Bank of Marin’s 2012 Business of the Year distinction. In addition, Captain Maggie McDonough was named 2012 Business Women of The Year by NorthBay Business Journal. Angel Island Tiburon Ferry has also been acknowledged as one of California’s “top 8 ferry trips” by Sunset Magazine, and a 1-Tank Day Trip by CBS 5.

“We appreciate Marin Magazine’s acknowledgement as one of Marin’s ‘local attractions,’ offers Maggie McDonogh, Captain of Angel Island Tiburon Ferry, “my dad, the late Milton McDonough started the Angel Island Tiburon Ferry Company back in 1959, and we have proudly been servicing the community with ferry service to Angel Island State Park ever since.”

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Capture California adventure with day trip to Angel Island

Ready for an Angel Island Adventure? Play Capture California – The Outdoor Social Media Game created by California State Parks. Discover a plethora of fun adventures to explore with friends and family, rack up points for your “team” for a chance to win great prizes.

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Best Bay Area day trip dishes fresh oysters, cold brews, free live music and fun ferry ride

Captain Maggie’s Best Bay Area Day Trip #1: The Weekender. Weekends are made for relaxing, kicking back, and enjoying stress-free quality time with friends and family. This day trip itinerary begins with a leisurely early afternoon Angel Island Tiburon Ferry ride from Tiburon, CA to Ayala Cove, located on Angel Island State Park.

Captain Maggie created this day-trip getaway itinerary for people who want to spend their weekend time-off chilling out with friends soaking up the views and taking in some free live music on the view deck. Fresh oysters, an assortment of tasty salads, burgers, etc., an cold brews, wine and beer etc. are also on the menu.

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