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A Catalina Island vacation offers something for everyone. Things to do on Catalina range from heart-pounding adventures to relaxing escapades, ensuring that an Avalon getaway will be memorable for the entire family. For those who like to explore the past on their vacation, Catalina Island offers a surprisingly diverse history, replete with smugglers and native…

It all started with a song. 26 Miles Across the Sea, Santa Catalina is awaitin’ for me, Santa Catalina, the island of Romance, Romance, Romance …. When the 4 Preps’ iconic classic hit the airwaves in 1957, it popularized the island’s reputation as a romantic getaway, but Catalina has long been a destination for lovers….

Like the rest of Southern California, Catalina Island has been plagued by a seemingly never-ending drought. The lack of water has parched the island’s hillsides, decimated landscapes and driven residents to an array of creative measures to contend with ever more stringent water rationing. As a result, the slightest drizzle is greeted with glee by…

Gifts for Catalina Island Throughout the country, families and individuals alike are choosing to forego the commercialism of the holidays are opting to give back instead of gift more. On Catalina Island, there are many ways to give back as well as give – here are just a few of our favorites. The Catalina Island…

Bison on Catalina Island celebrated on National Bison Day Catalina Island abounds with fascinating animals. Curious Island foxes, playful sea lions and leaping dolphins enthrall residents and visitors alike, and dozens of other interesting species soar, skitter and swim around Santa Catalina. Several of those species have national and statewide significance, including the state’s marine…

With the unending list of things to do on Catalina Island, it is the perfect destination for families with children both young and old. While we had a hard time narrowing it down to just a few, here are our top five Catalina activities for kids. Of course the beach is first: From building sandcastles…

One of the things that visitors to Catalina Island are fascinating by is the simple fact that what to them is a vacation paradise is – to about 4,000 people – home. Not only is the island one of Southern California’s top vacation destinations, it’s also a community that hosts a school, a hospital, churches,…

Catalina Island Conservancy protects the island in perpetuity Catalina Island’s rugged terrain and spectacular seascapes are just one reason that this Southern California vacation destination attracts nearly a million visitors a year. Unique fauna and one-of-a-kind flora are found throughout the island and more than 50 miles of coastline invite exploration and discovery. Visitors and…

For most visitors to Catalina Island, Avalon is all they see. While the town’s charming streets, picturesque waterfront and delectable dining offer plenty of reasons to return to this Southern California vacation destination, you haven’t really seen Catalina Island until you’ve experienced the interior. Catalina Island stretches out over 76 square miles where you’ll discover…

Everything you need to know about Pokémon Go on #CatalinaIsland So me, you, and the rest of the world downloaded Pokémon Go on our phones — now let’s take it on vacation! Here’s our guide for how to relax on Catalina Island with your family and friends while catching all the original 151 pokemon. Check…