Catalina Island, located near Los Angeles, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and lively events. The Catalina Wine Mixer, inspired by the movie "Step Brothers," has become a popular annual event.

The Catalina Zip Line Eco Tour is operated by the Catalina Island Company and is an exhilarating adventure that lets you soar through natural beauty while learning about the island's ecosystem. It's a ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Be sure to step inside the Avalon Theatre, where you'll find hand-painted murals that pay homage to the island and early California life. The murals were designed by John ...

As I fell asleep in a tent to the sounds of waves crashing on the beach and no cell phone service anywhere in the vicinity, I thought, this is the respite I needed. That is, until the wee hours of the ...

Santa Catalina Island, though just a roughly one hour boat ride from Long Beach, has always been somewhat of a mystery for me — despite my being a lifelong resident of the South Bay. It’s always been ...

Getting to Catalina Island should not cost a fortune, but if you are not careful, you will end up overpaying. Ferry prices ...

Do you need a passport to visit Catalina Island?” If this question has crossed your mind, you’re not alone. The good news is, you don’t actually need a passport to get to this beautiful island.

After years of not being able to saddle up and steer a horse through Catalina Island’s many scenic trails, the island tradition that dates back to the 1930s is now back as members of the public can ...

About 100 years ago, a herd of bison traveled west to California — then they kept moving, boarding boats and navigating the Pacific Ocean to reach Catalina Island, 22 miles off the coast near Los ...