For those of us looking to escape from the daily grind, Catalina is a jewel of an island that offers a truly unique experience. Whether you’re based in SoCal and planning a staycation that breaks the mold, or visiting from further out of town and want to enjoy a California experience beyond the…
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On this paradisiacal island, there are so many options for you to explore Catalina’s natural beauty entirely your way. Arguably the best way to get up close and personal with the outdoors is with a camping experience on Catalina Island. Some of the best camping on Catalina happens at Two Harbors…
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When you live in Los Angeles and Orange County’s urban and suburban sprawl, it’s easy to forget that California is actually blessed with an abundance of stunning wild spaces right in our own backyard. One of the top outdoor destinations you absolutely need to explore is Catalina Island, which offers…
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Easter Weekend on Catalina Island has historically been one for the books. Up till the 60s, an annual Avalon Easter pageant began at sunrise on Easter Sunday, with locals acting out the resurrection of Christ on Buena Vista Point. Each of the actors was clad in full costumes and robes, and the stage…
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Listen: You’re far too unique for your Spring Break to be a cliché. Here on Catalina Island, we offer the perfect Spring Break holiday that you’ll actually enjoy from start to finish. Steer clear of the swarms of other Spring Break travelers at this utterly charming destination, where you’ll be able…
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More than a century ago, William Wrigley Jr. set out to create a “playground for all” on Catalina Island. Today, nearly one million people from all walks of life visit Catalina each year to enjoy everything from a relaxing day at Descanso Beach Club to an exciting ride on the Zip Line Eco Tour. But…
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Nearly a century ago, chewing gum entrepreneur William Wrigley Jr. boarded a steamship with his wife Ada and their son Philip to get a first look at the island he had purchased shares in just two weeks earlier. As they neared Catalina, the fog that had obscured their view suddenly lifted, prompting…
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Catalina Island is just an hour off the coast, but it’s a world away from the mainland grind. Studies show that taking an unscheduled day off on Catalina will make you a healthier happier, more productive worker. Okay…so there are no studies. But you have to agree that the idea of playing hooky on a…
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Catalina Island's Bird Park Catalina Island’s Bird Park opened in 1929 and was a popular attraction in Avalon for over 35 years. Admission to the park was free. It was considered the world’s largest bird park at the time, covering almost seven and a half acres in Avalon Canyon, across from the…
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Those familiar with the Step Brothers movie will immediately recognize the reference to the Catalina Wine Mixer. The loveable (and cult-favorite) movie follows Dale and Brennan, played by John C Reilly and Will Ferrell, become stepbrothers in their 40's after their parents get married. The movie…
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