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Options abound for team-building on Catalina

There’s nothing like getting your team out of the box to get your team thinking outside of the box. Santa Catalina Island, located just an hour boat ride from the mainland, is the perfect destination for team-building. With stunning natural beauty, a cornucopia of things to do and its convenience to the mainland, a team-building…

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March 8, 2024

24 Things To Do on Catalina in 2024

With 2024 just around the corner, we’ve compiled a list of 24 things to do on Catalina Island. Consider it your Catalina new year’s resolutions. Take a food tour: Whether you are here for the first time or have lived here for years, the Catalina Food Tour will introduce you to new tastes, new facts…

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December 14, 2023

How to Plan a Corporate Event on Catalina Island

Whether you are a seasoned corporate event planner or stepping in for a special project, organizing a corporate event on Catalina Island can pose unique logistical challenges not typically encountered on the mainland. However, it also offers a wealth of distinctive experiences that can turn your event into a memorable one. Choose the Timing:

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October 25, 2023

The First Timers Guide To Parasailing on Catalina

Of all the things to do on Catalina, parasailing continues to be one of the most popular. Thanks to the island’s stunning scenery, the adventure is ideal for first time visitors and offers frequent island guests a great way to get a new perspective. Once you’ve decided that parasailing on Catalina looks like fun, you’re…

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September 28, 2023

Everything You Need to Know About the New Catalina Food Tour

It’s back! The Catalina Food Tour – one of our most popular tours – has returned to Avalon. This updated tour, operated by our sister company, takes visitors to some of the island’s newest and most popular restaurants as well as to one of Avalon’s most storied bars. Ready to learn more about the Catalina…

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August 17, 2023

Do You Need Reservations on Catalina Island?

Ready to escape to Catalina Island? Great idea! As you’re planning your getaway, keep in mind that while spontaneity is a virtue, some planning is required. Whether you need reservations on the island depends on a lot of factors, but reservations on Catalina can save you a lot of disappointment. Let’s break your trip down…

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July 30, 2023

What Are The Best Outdoor Activities on Catalina Island

If you are wondering: “what are the best outdoor activities on Catalina Island,” Catalina Tours is here to help. Our team has been living on and exploring the island for decades and we know just want to do when it’s time to get outside and find some fun. The Best Outdoor Activities on Catalina Island…

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June 22, 2023

What We’re Looking Forward To This Summer on the Catalina Calendar of Events

With warm temperatures and a wealth of things to do, summer is always the busiest time of year on the island. It’s also a time when the Catalina calendar of events is full of fun things to look forward to. Here’s just a few of the many upcoming events: The Catalina Pride Celebration: Featuring an…

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June 5, 2023

Everything You Need To Know About Jeep Tours on Catalina Island

One of the best ways to venture beyond Avalon and experience the wild side of the island is on a Catalina Jeep Tour. These open-air adventures will take you off the beaten path and to places that very few visitors get to see. Frequent questions about Catalina Jeep Tours: How long is the tour?

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June 3, 2023

How to make getting to Catalina even more fun — with a Bloody Mary

While there are plenty of options for getting to Catalina, if you’re like most island visitors, you’ll get to the island aboard Catalina Express. IEX Helicopters and Newport Beach’s Catalina Transportation Services are other options, but Catalina Express offers up to 30 departures a day and travelers can choose from three different ports: Long Beach,…

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January 18, 2023

Mermaids on Catalina?

The waters around Catalina Island teem with a myriad of marine life. Bright orange garibaldi, playful sea lions and massive wreckfish share this fascinating ecosystem with otherworldly nudibranchs, toothy morays and toothsome lobster. Scuba divers and snorkelers are likely to encounter these remarkable creatures alongside schools of calico bass, shy octopus and captivating mermaids. Wait,…

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December 12, 2022

Our Favorite Unique Things To Do on Catalina

The island’s activities offer familiar fun for just about everyone. Catalina offers golf, massages, ziplining, kayaking, snorkeling and parasailing – just to name a few – but there are also several adventures that are available nowhere else. Read on for our favorite unique Catalina things to do. Casino Tour: Avalon’s iconic building is a one-of-a-kind…

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October 13, 2022