Catalina Island was featured among 13 getaways in this roundup on Conde Naste Traveler by contributor Maddy Sims, praised for its car-free culture, crystal-clear water and Mediterranean feel just an hour from Los Angeles. The piece highlights Avalon as the main hub for dining and shopping and Two Harbors for a quieter, trail-and-kayak escape, naming Hotel Atwater and Mt Ada as top picks for where to stay. Read "The Best Weekend Getaways from Los Angeles, Whether You’re Craving Snow, Sun, or Sea" on CNTraveler.com.