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Santa Catalina Island, with its rugged terrain, spectacular vistas and unique flora and fauna, is an ideal destination for adventure sports. Hiking, zip-lining and biking are just some of the many Catalina adventures waiting to become memories. The island is also a magnet for endurance sports, with marathons, 50-milers and triathlons dotting the Catalina Island […]

With more than 20 million people living within a relatively short drive and an hour boat ride from Catalina Island, it’s a surprise that so many have never visited this island paradise. Many visitors are discovering Catalina Island for the first time – welcome to our series about what not to miss when you discover

Our first Catalina featured image comes to us from Sean Dixon, who shared this photo of her mother, Mary Stewart Dixon, at Lovers Cove in about 1927. Sean and her family still swim at Lovers Cove every year and we appreciate her sharing this treasured family memory.Located just on the other side of the Cabrillo

Catalina Island is one of North America’s top scuba-diving destinations. Divers of all abilities flock to numerous Catalina dive spots, including the Casino Dive Park, Italian Gardens and the challenging Farnsworth Bank. For many divers, Catalina Island is their first scuba diving experience, whether as part of a Discover Scuba guided tour or when they

One of the most popular destinations on Catalina Island has long been the Descanso Beach Club in Avalon. With its sandy beach, myriad activities and spectacular views of both the Catalina Casino and the Pacific, Descanso Beach is a perfect Southern California vacation spot – and it doesn’t hurt that it’s one of the only

The Catalina Island calendar of events turns red, white and blue every July, when Avalon and Two Harbors both go all out for Independence Day. Catalina Island on the Fourth of July is a celebration of small town, patriotic charm, complete with fireworks, a parade and a few surprises.There’s nothing like fireworks reflected in the

Delicious aromas of chili will soon be wafting from South Beach in Avalon on Catalina Island. The Rotary Club of Avalon is hosting a Chili Cook-off on May 21. Officially sanctioned by the International Chili Society, the Catalina Chili Cook-off will include competitions for best chili, best salsa and best chili verde as well as

Catalina Island Vacation Rentals features a wide range of Catalina accommodations, including Avalon condos, Hamilton Cove Villas, Avalon homes and Two Harbors casas. With nearly 200 properties available, CIVR offers an Avalon vacation rental solution for every vacation.This month’s featured Catalina Island Vacation Rental is Bahia Vista B44, a two-bedroom, 1.75-bath condo. Located on the

With more than 20 million people living within a relatively short drive and an hour boat ride from Catalina Island, it’s a surprise that so many have never visited this island paradise. Many visitors are discovering Catalina Island for the first time – welcome to our series about what not to miss when you discover