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…
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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…
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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…
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While you can spot Catalina Island on a clear day from nearly any west-facing Southern California beach, hillside or skyscraper, there are plenty of other places to feel the island’s influence. Here are 9 places to find Catalina when you’re not on Catalina. In song – The most famous Catalina song is…
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The 52nd Annual New Year's Eve Celebration is right around the corner. Here are 7 reasons you should attend. 1. The Venue is spectacular Celebrate the arrival of the New Year in the famous Catalina Island Casino, with the world's largest circular ballroom. Step back in time to the era of Big Bands…
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Catalina’s underwater world has been attracting explorers for more than 100 years and it’s not hard to see why. A thriving eco-system that teems with marine life rewards underwater explorers who venture beneath the surface. Here are eight things you should know about Catalina’s underwater world…
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There’s nowhere else on earth like Catalina Island for the Fourth of July. Festooned with red, white and blue and overflowing with patriotic pride, Catalina’s celebrations combine the best of small town charm with the unique environment of Southern California’s only island resort destination. On…
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We hate to break this to you, but dad really doesn’t want another tie for Father’s Day. What he’d really like is the promise of spending some time with you. This Father’s Day make dad happy with plans for a Catalina family vacation. Here are our nine favorite things to do on Catalina Island with…
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Santa Catalina Island’s future as a vacation destination was first envisioned in the late 1880s by George Shatto, who owned the island at the time. The developer mapped out the streets of what he proposed calling Shatto -- but was luckily convinced by his sister-in-law to name Avalon. Since then…
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Surrounded by crystal clear waters and home to dramatic, rugged terrain, it’s no surprise that Santa Catalina has become a mecca for thrill seekers. Things to do on Catalina include adrenalin-pumping adventures by land, sea and air. Here are our top 11 thrilling outdoor adventures on the island Get…
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