When you visited Avalon in the early 1900s, rows of tents greeted you. The town on Santa Catalina Island has come a long way since then. You still can find tent camping, but Catalina's tourist vibe improves every year. If you're looking for luxury rooms with a chic seaside look, Avalon's the place; if you want to take a tour that's out of this world, try the new UFO Tour; if you're looking for bourbon-spiked ice cream or Italian coffee, stop by the new beachfront Descanso Fresh cafe. Here's a look at some of the island's other new summer offerings.
What's new to do on Santa Catalina Island? Refurbished rooms, a UFO tour -- and falcons
