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Hiking on Catalina Island is one of the most popular things to do on this Southern California resort island. Several years ago the Catalina Island Conservancy set out to re-define and organize the hiking trails on Catalina Island. One of the most dramatic results of that effort is the Trans-Catalina Trail, a 37-mile trek from […]

Things to do on Catalina Island include a wide variety of great dining, intriguing shopping and unique activities. This Southern California vacation destination also offers a number of things to do on Catalina with children. The beaches, whether in Avalon or Two Harbors, are an immediate draw and younger – and older – kids will

The new museum on Catalina Island, the Ada Blanche Wrigley Schreiner Catalina Island Museum, includes an array of fascinating photos, artifacts and exhibits documenting Catalina Island’s diverse history. From soapstone bowls that date from thousands of years ago to whimsical photos of celebrities cavorting in Catalina Island hot spots, visitors can spend hours exploring the

Avalon’s picturesque water front will echo with the sounds of one of Great Britain’s greatest bands on Thursday, July 23. The popular Catalina Summer Concert Series will feature a tribute to the Rolling Stones. For more than 50 years, the iconic rock band has been topping the charts and many of their top hits will

Catalina Island landmarks can be found in a number of locations, particularly in Avalon. The Catalina Island Casino, with its red tile roof and distinctive architecture, is one of the most iconic landmarks in California, but several others, including the Holly Hill House, Avalon Pleasure Pier and Chimes Tower also grace myriad snapshots and souvenir

No matter how many times you’ve visited Catalina Island, there’s always something new to discover. Whether it’s plunging beneath the surface of the sea, immersing yourself in history at the museum or hiking Catalina’s rugged interior, the island takes a lifetime to explore. One place to scratch the surface of all that Catalina Island offers

For most Santa Catalina visitors, the only part of this Southern California island they experience is Avalon. While the charming town certainly provides plenty of things to do for first-time visitors, to truly get to know Santa Catalina Island, you’ll want to experience the many destinations in the interior of the island. Little Harbor, on

Nightlife on Catalina Island offers everything from moonlight strolls along the waterfront to a classic nightclub pumping the latest hits out until the wee hours of the morning. Wine bars, sports bars and dive bars are all represented, as are late-night burger joints offering tempting after-hours food options. Catalina Island also offers a movie theatre

The new museum on Catalina Island provides a wealth of new opportunities for things to do in Avalon. With thousands of square feet of exhibit space, the Ada Blanche Wrigley Schreiner Catalina Island Museum offers art, culture and history – as well as one of the most architecturally interesting buildings to be constructed on the