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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…

Catalina Island weather is one of the many wonders of this Southern California vacation destination. Lows rarely exceed 60 degrees in the daytime and even at night temperatures below 50 are a rarity. Even with the mild weather on Catalina, practical activities change – plunging into the sea without a wetsuit can be a bit…

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…

Top seven ways to relax on Catalina Island There’s nothing like a vacation on Catalina Island to melt away the stresses of everyday. With the soothing susurrus of the sea, Avalon’s quaint charms and Catalina Island’s rugged terrain, relaxation beckons and you only listen to find yourself without a care in the world. Here are…

Looking for adventure? There are myriad exciting things to do on Catalina Island that will get your adrenaline pumping and your heart racing. With activities on both land and sea, this list of activities on Catalina will inspire you to plan your next island escape. Ziplining – Consistently rated as a top activity, ziplining on…

Catalina Island by the numbers “How big is Catalina Island” is a question asked by thousands of visitors every year. While the question may seem simple, there is more than one answer. Catalina Island is about 76 square miles, with nearly 90 percent of the island protected in perpetuity by the Catalina Island Conservancy. From…

As soon as they step off the Catalina Island ferry, visitors to this Southern California vacation destination are drawn to the water. One glimpse into the crystal clear waters at the boat terminal and travelers can spot an array of marine life – bright orange garibaldi in particular. With their distinctive color and ubiquitous presence,…

Top nine things every Catalina Island visitor needs to knowCatalina Island takes a lifetime to know – and there are people who live here their entire lives and never learn everything there is to know about this Southern California vacation paradise. Here’s our top nine things you need to know to enjoy your getaway on…