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The island is full of adventure, romance, relaxation and sightseeing both on land and in the ocean. Once you arrive in Avalon, the main city, you can take a walking tour at the historic Catalina ...

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Just over an hour from downtown Los Angeles ... largest of Southern California’s Channel Islands, but Catalina Island is by far the most popular. Wander galleries and gift shops in picturesque Avalon.