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Photo courtesy Catalina Island Museum For the birds Catalina Island’s history can be found everywhere: machine guns from World War II in City Park; native artifacts at the Airport in the Sky; historic Catalina tiles on nearly every street corner. One place where nearly 100...

Catalina Island features a number of landmark buildings. The Casino. The Holly Hill House. Chimes Tower. Two of Santa Catalina’s most famous buildings perch over Avalon Harbor and are only open – most of the time – to members. The Catalina Island Yacht Club, with...

Photo credit: http://www.solpugid.com Catalina’s second largest native mammal Catalina Island is home to a number of iconic species. Bald eagles soar over the island’s coastline. American Bison, although not native, have become a must-see attraction. The diminutive Catalina Island fox has been brought back from...

Celebrate Oscar in Style Catalina Island’s relationship with Hollywood stretches back before the “talkies.” The Island’s natural beauty and proximity to Southern California have made it a natural spot for location scouts and celebrity getaways for generations. With that long history, it’s only natural to...

Left to right: Denise Morris, Alissa Morris and Dwayne Morris. Photo by Pat Maxwell courtesy Catalina Island Conservancy. Discover Wild Catalina There are many ways to discover the natural side of Catalina Island. Multi-day hikes, volunteer vacations and camping at remote beaches are a few...

Photo credit: www.marlinnut.com Catalina’s big game fish attract anglers from around the world Catalina Island’s waters abound with delicious marine life. Lobster and halibut, scallops and seabass, yellowtail and calamari are just some of the many Catalina species that are delectable when served up on...

Catalina Island dining options have expanded dramatically in the last few years. Several new restaurants have opened their doors and others have redesigned their menus. From great fresh fish and delectable steaks to mouthwatering burgers and tempting tacos, Catalina Island restaurants offer something for everyone...

Americans have a problem. No, I’m not talking about that one. Or that one. Not that one either. I’m talking about The Great American Vacation Deficit. Employees in the United States receive fewer vacation days than almost any other country. Many European countries offer six...

Avalon Harbor Underwater Cleanup set for Feb. 22 Catalina’s crystal clear waters are a constant source of amazement. Bright orange garibaldi, amber fronds of kelp and playful sea lions can all be seen from the surface, thanks to the exceptional water clarity found around Santa...

Photo Courtesy of Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce Finding romance on the Island of Romance There’s perhaps no other holiday so fraught with expectations and implications as St. Valentine’s Day. For more than 200 years, Feb. 14 has been celebrated as the day of love,...