Catalina Island's Top Spas

Looking to Level Up Your Catalina Island Escape? The Island’s Top Spas Might Just be Where It’s At! Calling all relaxers, ready to dive into the sometimes overlooked spa scene on Catalina Island? We've got the inside scoop on the top relaxation spots that'll take your getaway to the next level…

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Catalina's Taco Trail

Catalina Island is famous for many things like Buffalo Milk, Bison Burgers and Flying Fish, but did you know that the restaurants on island produce some of the most delicious tacos around? Whether it's a freshly caught swordfish taco, local Catalina lobster or a traditional carne asada taco, we have…

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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo on Catalina

Mexican and Spanish Influence on Catalina On Cinco de Mayo we celebrate Mexican heritage. The day commerates the Battle of Puebla, and while the holiday is relatively minor in Mexico, in the California it has become a celebration of Mexican culture. Catalina Island's history is one that is…

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Catalina's Margarita Trail

Whether you're celebrating National Margarita Day, Cinco de Mayo or just loving to taste your favorite libations, we have the list of the best places to enjoy a margarita on Catalina Island! 1. Maggie's Blue Rose Located on Crescent Ave, Avalon's front street, Maggie's handmade Margaritas include…

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Exploring the Trans Catalina Trail

Hiking on Catalina Island is one of the most popular things to do on the island, and one of the most popular trails is the challenging Trans-Catalina Trail. Here are 12 things you need to know to take on this rewarding hike. 1. The trail is longer than you must think: Even though the island is just…

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What's New in Catalina

New tours, upcoming events and special offers Immersed: Ocean Wonders Catalina Island's newest activity, "IMMERSED: Ocean Wonders" by Akuario, officially opened its dome theater doors on September 1st and has been receiving glowing reviews. This air-conditioned, seated, 30-minute, projected…

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Catalina Island Firsts

Catalina Island has a long history of firsts, dating back to the 1850's. The Banning Brothers and the Wm. Wrigley, Jr. were pioneering entrepreneurs in transportation and hospitality, among other enterprises. It's not surprising that Catalina was the first to use and create several forms of…

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