Catalina Island vacation packages for your whole family.
Santa Catalina Island is part of the beautiful Channel Islands Archipelago, which stretches for miles along the Southern California coast. 22 miles long and 8 miles wide at the widest point, the island is both rugged and beautiful, and has some of the richest marine diversity in the world. Although Catalina Island has been developed in certain areas, most of the island is still protected with most of the development centered in Avalon.
Just off the coast of Southern California, about 22 miles south of Los Angeles, Catalina Island is a great getaway destination for honeymoons, weddings, corporate events, and day trips. There are many different ways to enjoy the Island including sport fishing, sailing, diving, hiking and camping, golf and more. Each of these activities is deeply connected to the islands rich history.
Most of the islands residents are centered in the town of Avalon, with 300 or so more in the small port town of Two Harbors. Islanders typically work in the tourism industry in some way, some are artisans, baoting enthusiasts, or retirees. Everything on the island has to be imprted from the mainland, which makes gas, groceries and just about everything else expensive and prone to shortages. There are strict regulations regarding motor vehicles on the island so resident use modified golf cart to get around. These things add to the island’s charm and easy pace of life.
Most of the island is managed by the Catalina Island Conservancy, which endeavors to restore the islands original flora and fauna. Interestingly, the Conservancy is also responsible for managing the wild buffalo, which were brought in and left behind by a film production over 50 years ago.
Golf carts and bicycles are the best ways to explore the narrow streets and meet locals. guided tours provide a great, inexpensive way to learn about the island’s rich history.
Lodging is available for all budgets, including budets accomodations, spa resorts, vacation rentals and small intimate inns. There are plenty of activities to fill day trips or stays of a few days or more with great dining, boutique shops, tours, and adventures to keep visitors interested. Santa Catalina Island is truly another world away from the rest of California, and a perfect, accessible getaway that is easy to plan and will satisfy your vacation wanderlust.
Before you plan your next weekend getaway, take a second to find out about some exciting Catalina Island Vacation Packages you can combine with your favourite activity like golf, scuba diving, sea kayak tours and more. Get information on the Catalina Express ferry departures and schedules, or follow this link to find out more about the island and what a Catalina Island vacation is all about.
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