Tag Archives: Catalina Island

Where the Buffalo Roam: Visiting Santa Catalina Island in California

It is a beautiful, clear, sunny day, sitting in the window at the Landing Bar and Grill. Nearly all of them are here on Santa Catalina Island during the summer. This moderately sized island off the coast of Southern California is an ideal destination for an escape from the smog and noise of Los Angeles. […]

Catalina Island: The Perfect Weekend Getaway

Whether you live in Los Angeles or are just visiting, Catalina Island offers a great opportunity for a private weekend. Catalina Island boasts only two small communities, 42,000 acres of pristine wilderness and average temperatures in the low 70s for much of the year. In short, Catalina Island is almost the perfect island getaway in […]

A Tourist’s Guide to Catalina Island, California: A Great Way to Spend the Day

26 miles off of the coast of Los Angeles is an island called Catalina. Catalina used to be owned by the gum tycoon, Wrigley. However, he sold 86% of Catalina to conservationists, who have since preserved the island as much as they possibly can. Since this was a shore excursion from our Carnival Cruise, Dionne […]

The Perfect Wedding Venue: Catalina Island, Off the Coast of California

Year round Catalina Island has a great wedding package that can accommodate any budget. Catalina Island is 26 miles off the coast of California. It is the perfect combination of a sanctuary for animals and surf and sand. If you’ve ever dreamed of being on your own island with your love, Catiline Island is both […]