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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 as a mausoleum, the memorial features classic architecture and incorporates a wealth […]

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 of golf. For decades, golf on Catalina Island has offered two options.

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 year round rental, Catalina Island residents make a decision to avoid much

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. If your new year’s resolutions involve challenging your body, Catalina Island is

Catalina in 2016 has a lot to look forward to. Here are just a few of the many things we’re excited about: Blog Categories Recent Posts

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 offer available. Catalina Island in the offseason is an oasis

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 has its own allure, no matter what the reason, but

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 on the island bring visitors from throughout the country. And

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 homes. Avalon home owners can make sure their home is rain-ready with a