Wednesday, November 21, 2012

First Line of Defense: Catalina Island and World War II Exhibition




First Line of Defense: Catalina Island and World War II Exhibition
December 7, 2012
Admission  $10 for the general public

First Line of Defense explores recently declassified top-secret operations on the island, the radical changes in the daily life of Avalon's citizens, and the importance of Catalina Island to the defense of the United States during World War II. 

December 9th will be the last day the Newport Catalina Flyer will be running until December 26, 2012 for scheduled maintenance.


Friday, November 16, 2012

40th Annual New Year's Eve Party at the Casino in Catalina Island

New Years Eve Avalon




40th Annual New Year's Eve Gala
December 31, 2012
Location: World Famous Casino Ballroom on Avalon


Reservations are now being accepted for the 40th Annual New Year's Eve Gala, Monday, December 31, 2012, in the world-famous Casino Ballroom. Entertainment will be provided by The Xceptional Music Company Rock Orchestra. featuring ten incredible musicians who have played with Wayne Newton, Art Neville, Kenny Loggins, and more. They will be bringing music from "60's until now" with a few songs that hearken back to the era of the big band to honor the great traditions of the Casino Ballroom.  The Gala includes a buffet dinner, dancing, champagne split, one bottle of wine in a specially engraved bottle (#14 in a series), and party favors. A photographer will be onsite. A trio from the band will play during the dinner hour, and the full band will perform from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am. Coat & Tie are required; Black Tie is optional.  Reservations for this year's Gala are $175.00 per person.

The Newport Catalina Flyer will be running a trip to Catalina Island daily from December 26th to January 1st.

Call (800) 830-7744 to make your reservation for New Years Eve Celebration.

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Bloody Mary's aboard the Newport Catalina Flyer

bloody mary on catalina flyer


The Newport Catalina Flyer offers 21+ travelers a tasty treat on the way to Catalina Island.  Next time you are on your way to Avalon try our World Famous Newport Flyer Bloody Mary.  This great morning cocktail will make for a fun ride to the island!!

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Catalina Eco Marathon - November 10, 2012

catalina eco marathon



 The Catalina Eco Marathon will start and finish in the town of Avalon, with 26.2 miles of some of the most beautiful, rugged and breathtaking trails you will ever experience.  Do not miss your chance to run the 10K or the Eco Marathon on Catalina Island this November 10, 2012.

Call to make your reservations on the Newport Catalina Island Flyer 1800 830-7744

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Catalina Island Triathlon - Nov 3, 2012


28th Annual Catalina Island Triathlon

November 3, 2012

Swim it. Bike it. Run it. Tri it!

Experience the beauty of Catalina Island and the City of Avalon with the perfect end of the season triathlon. Come for the weekend or for the day and experience all that Catalina has to offer.