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26 Miles Across the Sea

28 Feb 2017
Catalina’s reputation as the Island of Romance was cemented by the Four Preps’ hit song Santa Catalina Island has inspired artists and musicians for generations. The Channel Island’s natural beauty and serenity as well as the fact that it’s, well, an island seems to motivate...
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Catalina transportation

28 Feb 2017
Golf carts are a common choice for Catalina transportation One of the first things that visitors to Catalina Island notice is the prevalence of golf carts. Normally seen only on the links, these petite vehicles serve as primary transportation in Avalon, with families and individuals...
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LGBT travel Catalina Island

28 Feb 2017
Catalina Island’s natural beauty and proximity to Southern California have long made it a popular getaway for gay and lesbian travelers. With dramatic natural beauty, extreme sports and one-of-a-kind environmental wonders, the island appeals to a diverse array of travelers and Avalon’s Mediterranean atmosphere, quaint...
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Catalina Silent Film Benefit

28 Feb 2017
The Catalina Casino will host the Silent Film Benefit on May 16. One of Catalina Island’s most enduring events has been enjoying renewed popularity. The Catalina Island Museum’s annual Silent Film Benefit combines the power of a live orchestra with the nostalgia of silent films...
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Avalon Underwater Cleanup

28 Feb 2017
Photo courtesy Catalina Island Conservancy Each February for more than three decades, hundreds of scuba divers plunge beneath the surface of Avalon Harbor to collect trash, debris – and a few treasures. The Avalon Harbor Underwater Cleanup is the only time of the year that...
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