Flashbacks of Italy came to mind as we spiraled up and around switchback turns from the harbor town of Avalon. The cliff-hugging ocean vista views were certainly worth these fearful moments, expressing “OMG” aloud as we whizzed above the aquamarine crystal-clear waters below, where white boats accented the dazzling blue hues and homes hung off the curved hugging hillsides. Just 26 miles off the California coast, Catalina Island feels worlds away from mainland Los Angeles.

Read about 5 new ways you can explore Catalina Island in 2024 in our article on JohnnyJet.com and MSN.com (April 2024)








