Misc

Like the rest of Southern California, Catalina Island has been in the grip of a historic drought for the last several years. Residents and visitors alike have worked together to address Catalina’s dwindling water supplies. Restaurants have stopped serving water on request – in fact...

Catalina Island is a wellspring of fascinating history and unique destinations. While most visitors see and experience the iconic landmark of the Catalina Casino, there are many more attractions just waiting to be discovered. One of our favorites is the Wrigley Memorial . Originally constructed...

Catalina Island activities offer something for everyone. From relaxing massages to adrenalin-pumping adventures, things to do on Catalina Island include a wealth of memory-making experiences for all ages. For many Catalina Island travelers, a vacation just wouldn’t be the same without playing a few rounds...

While about a million people visit Catalina Island every year, living on Catalina Island year round is a privilege enjoyed by only about 4,000 people. Those 4,000 enjoy a lifestyle found very few places on earth. By investing in a Catalina Island home or Avalon...

Like every year, 2015 was a year for some great events on Catalina Island . No matter what your interests, each year Santa Catalina has something for everyone. This Southern California island has become a world-class destination for endurance events, like marathons, triathlons and 10Ks...

Catalina in 2016 has a lot to look forward to. Here are just a few of the many things we’re excited about: The Catalina Island Museum. 2016 will see the opening of the Ada Blanche Wrigley Schreiner Museum, a dynamic new showcase for Catalina Island...

Now that the holidays are over, the Christmas decorations are put away and the New Year’s revelry recovered from, it’s time to reward yourself. There’s nothing like escaping from the mainland madness to soothing Santa Catalina — especially when there is a Catalina Island special...

Catalina Island’s Casino Ballroom has long been one of the most elegant venues in Southern California. With its massive circular ballroom, art deco décor and spectacular views of Avalon Harbor, there’s nowhere else like it on earth. Attending an event at the Catalina Casino Ballroom...

Santa Catalina Island has become world renowned for its natural beauty and outdoor activities. Whether it is paddling a kayak along the island’s leeward side, hiking the Trans-Catalina Trail or zipping through Descanso Canyon at 45 miles per hours on a zipline, the activities available...

El Nino will hopefully be bringing much-needed rainfall to Santa Catalina Island and the rest of Southern California. Several years of sustained drought have left the island parched and hopeful for a generous rainy season. With that rain however, may come damage to Catalina Island...