Love Catalina, the official Catalina Island Tourism Authority, is pleased to share upcoming events for visitors to enjoy now through winter on Catalina Island. From a New Year’s Eve Gala to free seaside concerts and an array of athletic events, there is no shortage of reasons to visit and enjoy the…
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On Cinco de Mayo we celebrate the Mexican heritage of the United States. Catalina Island's history is one that is intertwined with Mexico. Once part of Spain, California become a province of Mexico in 1820. Catalina Island was awarded by Mexican Governor Don Pio de Jesus Pico to a private citizen as…
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Catalina Island’s dramatic natural beauty, inviting seaside ambiance and charming waterfront have made the resort destination a muse for generations of artists. Thanks to that legacy, it’s not a surprise that Avalon is also home to a number of public art installations. In the 1920s, when William…
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On Catalina Island, Spring Break is a family-friendly affair, with young children frolicking in the shoreline, parents relaxing on the sand and teens taking on some of Catalina’s more adrenaline-fueled adventures. It’s also long been a favorite haunt of college adventurers looking for a low-key…
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As the calendar ushers in the fall and the island’s slower season, Halloween on Catalina Island ushers in a November with an array of things to do, ranging from athletic to multi-cultural. The centerpiece of Halloween on Catalina Island is a decorated golf cart parade along with a parade of costumed…
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Each year, more than half of working Americans leave vacation days and paid time off unused. This year, resolve to make sure you are not among them by planning one -- or all -- of these vacations on Catalina Island, when the time is right. Family vacation: The classic vacation with the family…
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Whether you’re visiting Catalina Island for a day or a week, this island paradise offers a wealth of opportunities to indulge yourself, but it also offers a surprising number of ways to save. If you’re looking to save on your Catalina Island vacation, here are 20 things you can do for less than $20…
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Catalina Island captivates visitors, providing a never-ending love affair with its island environs and inspiring travelers to return again and again. Here are just 20 of the many reasons to love Catalina Island in 2020. Scenery: Surrounded by the sea, Catalina Island boasts some of the most…
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Constantly changing and always revealing a new side of itself, the island takes a lifetime to explore. New places, new experiences and new adventures constantly beckon. Ready to step off the road more traveled? Read on for 7 off-the-beaten-path Catalina Island destinations. Catalina Island's…
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As summer’s heat begins to ebb, the hiking trails on Catalina Island become even more appealing. Dramatic vistas, unique wildlife and rugged terrain make hiking on Catalina Island a challenging and rewarding activity. Here are nine things you should know about hiking on the island. It’s all…
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