Travelers are increasingly concerned with the impact they are having on the destinations they visit. On Catalina Island, giving back is easy thanks to the wealth of nonprofits dedicated to protecting the island and supporting the people who live and visit here. Here are 15 ways to give back while…
Read More
Whether you’re about to visit, just visited or are still here, there’s a lot to know about this Southern California destination. Here are 15 things about Catalina Island that often make visitors wonder. How much does it cost to live there? Like life everywhere, housing is the biggest expense when…
Read More
The holiday spirit shines brighter on Catalina Island! Join us Saturday, December 6, 2025, for Avalon’s beloved Shop Catalina Holiday Kick-Off — a full day of festive fun, local shopping, live music, and community cheer. From 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., downtown Avalon transforms into a winter wonderland by…
Read More
A business meeting on an island sounds remarkable, doesn’t it? This fantasy can easily become reality when you plan a Catalina Island meeting. Here are nine reasons why you should hold your next meeting on Catalina Island. It's close. Santa Catalina Island is only 26 miles from Southern California…
Read More
Thanks to a combination of creative marketing, clever song lyrics and – most of all -- genuine ambiance, Catalina Island’s reputation as the Island of Romance is assured. First kisses and summer romances help cement that reputation, along with engagements, weddings and honeymoons. What Catalina…
Read More
As the days get shorter and the nights get longer, twilight on Catalina Island is full of promise. Most of the time, that promise is the allure of a romantic walk along the Avalon waterfront, an amusing night out with friends or the soul-fulfilling beauty of the full moon reflected on the surface of…
Read More
With about 10,000 years of human history, Catalina Island offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing history fans with a unique opportunity to learn more about everything from native culture to pop culture. No history lover’s visit to the island is complete without a stop at the Catalina…
Read More
AVALON, Calif. (September 2, 2025) – The Catalina Museum for Art & History has extended the exhibition From Los Angeles to Catalina: The Art of Sonia Romero through March 15, 2026, giving visitors additional time to experience Romero’s captivating collection of silkscreen prints, paintings and a…
Read More
Avalon Library 215 Sumner Ave. (310) 510-1050 Open Tuesday 12 - 8 PM, Wednesday - Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM, Closed Sunday Located on Sumner Ave, next to the Sheriff's station, the Avalon Public Library, an extension of the LA County Library, offers a secure cell phone Battery Charging Station at no…
Read More
As summer slowly gives way to fall, Catalina Island becomes even more magical. With cooler temperatures, fewer crowds, and long summer nights, it's the perfect time to experience all the island has to offer. This fall, Love Catalina is launching the 'Second Summer' promotion, where you can enjoy up…
Read More
