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Like the rest of Southern California, the signs of the season are more subtle on Catalina Island. As summer ends, the crowds diminish, the early morning beach towel ritual abates and the pumpkin spice shows up (we’re looking at you Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co.). There’s also a shift in activities, with those only available…

Catalina Island is a haven for sunshine, stunning scenery, and endless outdoor activities. But even paradise experiences the occasional rainy day. However, fear not! A little rain doesn’t have to spell a downpour on your island adventure. In fact, Catalina offers a surprising variety of indoor activities and hidden gems that can make your rainy…

There’s nothing like getting your team out of the box to get your team thinking outside of the box. Santa Catalina Island, located just an hour boat ride from the mainland, is the perfect destination for team-building. With stunning natural beauty, a cornucopia of things to do and its convenience to the mainland, a team-building…

With 2024 just around the corner, we’ve compiled a list of 24 things to do on Catalina Island. Consider it your Catalina new year’s resolutions. Take a food tour: Whether you are here for the first time or have lived here for years, the Catalina Food Tour will introduce you to new tastes, new facts…

Whether you are a seasoned corporate event planner or stepping in for a special project, organizing a corporate event on Catalina Island can pose unique logistical challenges not typically encountered on the mainland. However, it also offers a wealth of distinctive experiences that can turn your event into a memorable one. Choose the Timing:…

Of all the things to do on Catalina, parasailing continues to be one of the most popular. Thanks to the island’s stunning scenery, the adventure is ideal for first time visitors and offers frequent island guests a great way to get a new perspective. Once you’ve decided that parasailing on Catalina looks like fun, you’re…

It?s back! The Catalina Food Tour ? one of our most popular tours ? has returned to Avalon. This updated tour, operated by our sister company, takes visitors to some of the island?s newest and most popular restaurants as well as to one of Avalon?s most storied bars. Ready to learn more about the Catalina…

Ready to escape to Catalina Island? Great idea! As you’re planning your getaway, keep in mind that while spontaneity is a virtue, some planning is required. Whether you need reservations on the island depends on a lot of factors, but reservations on Catalina can save you a lot of disappointment. Let’s break your trip down…

If you are wondering: “what are the best outdoor activities on Catalina Island,” Catalina Tours is here to help. Our team has been living on and exploring the island for decades and we know just want to do when it’s time to get outside and find some fun. The Best Outdoor Activities on Catalina Island…

With warm temperatures and a wealth of things to do, summer is always the busiest time of year on the island. It’s also a time when the Catalina calendar of events is full of fun things to look forward to. Here’s just a few of the many upcoming events: The Catalina Pride Celebration: Featuring an…

One of the best ways to venture beyond Avalon and experience the wild side of the island is on a Catalina Jeep Tour. These open-air adventures will take you off the beaten path and to places that very few visitors get to see. Frequent questions about Catalina Jeep Tours: How long is the tour? …

While there are plenty of options for getting to Catalina, if you’re like most island visitors, you’ll get to the island aboard Catalina Express. IEX Helicopters and Newport Beach’s Catalina Transportation Services are other options, but Catalina Express offers up to 30 departures a day and travelers can choose from three different ports: Long Beach, San Pedro and Dana Point. Once onboard one of the boats in the company’s fleet of vessels, Catalina Express offers a full bar and a range of snacks to keep you fueled up for the crossing. The friendly bartenders are happy to craft just about any concoction, but locals and frequent travelers know just what to order. Catalina Express is famous for its Bloody Marys. For decades, these crave-worthy cocktails have pleased the palates of the Catalina ferry service’s passengers and once you’ve had one,…