Southern Californians are so lucky. In just a little over an hour away—a boat ride across the ocean—lies an island getaway like no other. Catalina has been a romantic destination ever since it became a favorite resort town in the late 1800s. Of course, there’s plenty to do on Catalina for family vacations, outdoor adventures, and fishing and diving trips. And, maybe most importantly, if you’re looking for the best way to spend a romantic weekend with your significant other—he

Since its early days as a resort destination, Catalina Island has always exemplified the ultimate summer. Beaches are packed with umbrellas and chairs. Boats fill the harbor. Fireworks light up the sky. Kids ramble around town with ice cream cones and candy. It’s a summer time paradise. But if you’ve never cozied up to Catalina in the winter, you’ve missed out. The town of Avalon slows down to a pace that truly embodies island living.  You’ll want the best accommodations in A

It doesn’t really make sense to use the term “off season” to describe the fall and winter months on Catalina Island. Perhaps, instead, some better names would be: the season of tranquility or island time. In any case, while summer is popular, traveling to Catalina from September through March is a great idea. The crowds of summer have dissipated, but the weather remains mild. And the beauty that draws so many visitors to the island remains, sometimes even a little greener and