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A visit to Catalina Island never disappoints. With so much to see and do, the small island located just 23 miles off the coast of California offers an abundance of activities packed into a 76 square foot island. Whether you’ve scuba dived at Lover’s Cove, hiked the 37-mile Trans-Catalina trail, or just want a little…
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Fall may be back to school season – but it’s also the perfect time to slip away for a little island getaway. From the lack of crowds to the weather, the food and diverse line up of events – fall is one of the best times to visit Catalina Island! Check out our list of…
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If luxury, privacy and high-end amenities are important, Hotel Metropole’s Beach House is exactly what you need for your getaway to Catalina Island. The Beach House is a contemporary oceanfront oasis with panoramic ocean and mountain views offering two bedrooms just steps from Catalina Island’s beach and main street amenities! With 2 bedrooms, 2 baths,…
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Most of us can agree that one of the best parts of any vacation is the food! While you’re relaxing on the beautiful island of Catalina off the coast of California you can enjoy some of the freshest seafood, delicious cocktails and scrumptious baked goods around. With so many different restaurants and cafes on Catalina…
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Between the plentiful outdoor activities, sightseeing and shopping on Catalina Island you may think your vacation couldn’t get better. To add a cherry on top of your stay, Catalina Island hosts enumerable one of a kind events that you can’t find anywhere else. Check out some of the highlights of the top summer events and…
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The charming French Quarter inspired Metropole Market Place is the ideal spot to stroll through cobblestone walkways and enjoy another beautiful day in paradise on Catalina Island. From delicious eateries to arcades, boutique shopping or a spa day – Metropole Market Place has everything you need to make your vacation memorable! Here are our highlights…
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The Catalina Island Conservancy, which is one of the oldest land trusts of the island, is celebrating the completion of its Trekking Catalina program. This new set of trails stretches over 27 miles and is currently one of the biggest hiking trail networks in Catalina Island. It will serve alongside the Trans-Catalina Trail that was…
Read MoreFlyboarding activity is all set to take off at Santa Catalina Island. This summer marks the first full season of the flyboarding water sport on Catalina Island. Tourists will be offered with the opportunity to hover over water with flyboarding. Any person who is over the age of fifteen years can take part in Action…
Read MoreFor many students, the lessons that they learned at the Camp del Corazon in Catalina Island will stay with them. Usually, the kids with serious heart issues are not allowed to leave home, but at the Camp del Corazon in Santa Catalina Island, these children can find out how much they can do on their…
Read MoreLocated off the coast of Southern California, Catalina Island is a perfect destination for holidaying. The distinctive culture of the island, as well as the rich biodiversity, will surely delight any visitor looking for the perfect recreation destination. The presence of numerous Catalina Island hotels will provide any visitor with their required accommodation facilities for…
Read MoreCatalina Island, with its rich biodiversity and scenic beauty, promises an exciting hiking experience for the visitors. It has numerous hiking trails that crisscross through the diverse landscapes of the island, making hiking a totally new experience even for the passionate hikers. Besides, the trails in the island have various campgrounds that enable the visitors…
Read MoreCatalina Island Conservancy is ready to host their seventh Annual Catalina: The Wild Side Art Show. This is an event meant to support the education, recreation, and conservation programs of the conservancy. It is reported that the artworks of 10 nationally recognized air artists will be the main attraction of this year’s Wild Side Art…
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