Take a trip to Catalina Island with KTLA 5's Megan Telles as she highlights one of Southern California's favorite summer destinations. Reporting live for the KTLA 5 Morning News on June 26, 2026, Megan explores everything the island has to offer—from outdoor adventures and scenic beaches to unforgettable ocean experiences.

Catalina Island was spotlighted on Fodors.com, within a roundup of U.S. islands you can visit without a passport. The inclusion highlights the island’s notable history, before listing iconic activities including roller skating at the Wrigley Ballroom in the Catalina Casino and horseback riding along the scenic trails. The piece also recommends the recently renovated Pavilion Hotel for lodging. 

In an article on NYPost.com about rediscovering the All-American vacation, the Pavlion Hotel is higihligted a Medietrreanean-style escape.

In a recent feature for Pasadena Weekendr, travel writer Candice Merrill highlights a fresh perspective on Catalina Island, showcasing the island's blend of classic charm and new experiences

In a May 3 article written Nina Ruggiero for Travel + Leisure, Catalina's Two Harbors is highlighted along with Harbor Reef Restaurant. The article also mentions staying in Avalon at the newly renovated Pavilion Hotel, reserving a cabana at Descanso Beach Club and checking out the Catalina Zip Line Eco Tour.

Catalina Island was voted Best Weekend Getaway by the Editors of Modern Luxury in a May 2, 2026 online article.

Santa Catalina Island was featured in the May 2026 edition of San Diego's Magazine in an article entitled "Life is a Highway." Written by Aaryn Belfer and Amelia Rodriguez the article highlights convenient summer roadtrips from San Diego that include Catalina Island.

Catalina Island was featured in the 2026 Edition of Islands of Summer, published by Coastal Living. The section is entitled "California's Golden Girl" and highlights Catalina's Golden Age of Hollywood, spring training for the Chicago Cubs and the many things to do on the island.

The Pavilion Hotel was highlighted in an online feature by travel journalist Jill Weinlein for Luxe Beat Magazine. The article, "The New Pavilion Hotel Revives Catalina's Golden-Era Charm," showcases the hotel's thoughtful renovation, its rich waterfront history, and its blend of timeless Catalina charm with refreshed coastal-inspired accommodations.

The Catalina Island Company was featured in AFAR in an article by Keri Bridgwater highlighting the return of guided horseback riding to Catalina Island after an 18-year hiatus. The story showcases the Company's role in preserving the island's rich equestrian heritage, including the legacy of El Rancho Escondido and the Wrigley family's enduring vision for Catalina as an outdoor destination.

Catalina Island was highlighted in a February 18, 2026 article on Travelandleisure.com entitled Top 50 Romantic Destinations for Couples Seeking Unforgettable Experiences. 

AVALON, CALIF. (May 18, 2023) - Catalina Island Company is excited to announce the opening of the island’s first biergarten this June. Flx Biergarten’s name is a nod to the vintage Flx buses that have been a staple of island tourism since the 1950s.

AVALON, CALIF. - The Catalina Wine Mixer is returning on September 10-11, for its sixth year at Descanso Beach Club on Catalina Island. This year boasts an assortment of offerings between Friday and Saturday, including special VIP programming, wine tastings from more than 15 wineries, a variety of live music, and much more.

Experience Italy, Germany, New Zealand, and more all without leaving the U.S. ... The surrounding mountains, colorful cliffside homes, and sweeping ocean vistas of Avalon on Catalina Island just off the coast of California resemble those in Positano on Italy’s Amalfi Coast.

AVALON, CALIF. - In a display of unity and compassion, Catalina  Island Company announces its heartfelt commitment to a fellow island community by  supporting the Maui Strong Fund, established by the Hawai’i Community Foundation in  the wake of devastating wildfires.

Catalina Island is about to get its place in the tech sun, as the poster child for one year in the new Apple computer operating system update, called macOS Catalina, and residents are thrilled. Apple historically updates its software each year with the name of a different California landmark.

Built as a family summer cottage for Chicago Cubs owner William Wrigley Jr. in 1921, Four-Star Mt. Ada sits perched on a hill overlooking the port of Avalon. The Georgian Colonial Revival-style mansion is pristinely preserved with antique furnishings, bay windows affording breathtaking ocean vistas throughout and beautiful relics, like original Catalina Pottery.

Catalina Island Company today announced the reopening of the historic Hotel Atwater following a total transformation, bringing an exciting new guest experience to the beautiful seaside town of Avalon, just off the Southern California coast on Catalina Island.

AVALON, CALIF. (SEPTEMBER 30, 2020) — With the upcoming retirement of the Catalina Island Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Randy Herrel, the company announced today that a new executive team will lead it into 2021 and beyond.

Yes, this channel island is beautiful with scenic views around every turn. It’s founders hoped to make it reminiscent of a sojourn off the coast of Italy. But it’s also expensive to visit, leading to its nickname: “Cashalina Island.”