With thousands of plant and animal species, including dozens found nowhere else on Earth, Catalina is a world-class diving ...

Danielle Bauter Nestled in a picturesque cove with crystal-clear waters, Avalon is the charming main town of Santa Catalina Island and home to such iconic landmarks as the Catalina Casino and ...

The park protects 10,000 acres of redwood groves and is home to numerous wildlife, according to California State Parks. The historic Avalon Casino in Catalina Island. A plane crashed on the island ...

The Channel Islands are home to rocky cliffs, sandy beaches, wildlife – and very few visitors, finds Ellie Seymour ...

Finding paradise in Southern California ... Avalon Theatre's projection room, dressing rooms, and much more. Tickets for either tour can be purchased online. More Things To Do On Catalina Island ...

It’s almost time for the Southern California ... covering Catalina Island’s island’s history and special exhibits.Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Regularly $18. 217 Metropole Ave., Avalon.

Before visiting the Channel Islands – situated an hour off the California ... on the Catalina Express from Long Beach. Disembarking at Avalon Bay feels like arriving on a Greek island, albeit ...

Who knew Southern California could be so... Mediterranean? On the Avalon side of Catalina Island, you'll feel like you've been transported to a European seaport via an hour-long ferry ride from LA.

Skip California's big city crowds in favor ... a unique small-town experience will be thrilled with Avalon. This town sits on Catalina Island, which can be accessed via a 75-minute ride on the ...