Misc

While Avalon’s charming shops, tempting restaurants and picturesque waterfront is the face of Catalina Island for millions of visitors, it’s the interior of Catalina Island that offers a real look at what this Southern California Island is all about. Dramatic seascapes, challenging terrain and unique...

When visitors arrive at Catalina Island by boat, the first thing they see is usually the Catalina Casino Building, followed by the white walls and red roofs of Hamilton Cove Villas. This exclusive condo development includes an array of amenities and dramatic ocean views, making...

There’s a comment that every Island resident and frequent visitor hears on a regular basis and it is one that always leaves us more than a bit perplexed. “I’ve lived in Southern California my entire life and I’ve never been to Catalina Island.” Huh? Catalina...

Fall and spring are some of the most beautiful times to visit Catalina Island. The change of seasons may be subtle in Southern California, but Mother Nature offers up mild temperatures and spectacular nature beauty on Santa Catalina. Fall and spring are also prime time...

On Catalina Island, like the rest of Southern California, the signs of the seasons are more subtle. For Catalina, one of the most obvious signs of fall is the bustle and busyness of the summer season subsides, replaced by the respite of the offseason. In...

People think of a lot of things when they think of Catalina Island. Pristine beaches, quaint streets, unique adventures. Fascinating history, unspoiled wilderness, unforgettable vacations. What they don’t tend to think of when they think of Catalina Island, is a winter wonderland complete with an...

Catalina Island is home to fascinating array of homes. From dramatic ocean-view estates to quaint beach cottages, Avalon’s homes run the gamut from lavish to quirky. Thanks to the Catalina Island Medical Center Foundation, Catalina Island residents and visitors will soon have an opportunity to...

Catalina Island features several iconic landmarks. The pre-eminent landmark is, of course, the Catalina Casino, which has represented Catalina Island around the nation for nearly a century. Chimes Tower, the Holly Hill House and the green Pleasure Pier have also achieved iconic status, as has...

The Catalina Island calendar brims with special events. From music to art, athletic events to wine festivals, Catalina offers something for everyone. Some of Avalon’s special events have been held every year for more than half a century; others have been added to the calendar...

Catalina Island marine life has long thrilled visitors to the island and California sea lions are one of the most fascinating creatures around. One of two species of pinnipeds commonly seen around the island, California sea lions have long interacted with humans. Big Ben, a...