Hotel Mac Rae
A historical family-owned inn on Catalina Island.

Owned by the Mac Rae family since the Roaring Twenties, this quaint, Spanish-style, stucco storefront hotel is a local institution. Guests on a budget will appreciate such distinctive offerings as the relaxing, open-air courtyard and original 1920s details. Twenty-four Mediterranean-style guest rooms are located on three floors and offer views of the beach and harbor (it's hard to find rooms in this town that don't), but they lack the abundance of modern amenities that the island's larger and newer hotels offer. On the plus side: complimentary movies (on video) and beach towels for sun-drenched days. A pleasant concierge service is available for planning wildlife excursions, kayaking trips and nights on the town. Fans of modest historical hotels will love this island gem.
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The 2017 Masters Golf Tournament
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What's Nearby
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Catalina Island Inn
Reasonably priced accommodations in a high-rent location, just steps from Avalon's beach.
Catalina Canyon Resort & Spa
A large hotel and spa offering one of Catalina's only conference centers.
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The Spa at Terranea
6610 Palos Verdes Dr. S. Rancho Palos Verdes CA 90275 U.S.Discover this an ocean prelude in SoCal.
Aarna Spa
21080 Pacific Coast Highway Huntington Beach CA 92648 U.S.Located in Huntington Beach, Paséa Hotel & Spa offers luxurious accommodations in Orange County.
Pacific Waters Spa
21500 Pacific Coast Hwy. Huntington Beach CA 92648 U.S.Take a look at this Mediterranean-style retreat in Huntington Beach.
The Spa at Balboa Bay Resort
1221 W. Coast Hwy. Newport Beach CA 92663 U.S.An exclusive Newport Beach spa on the harbor.
Pure Blu
900 Newport Center Dr. Newport Beach CA 92660 U.S.Take some time out to pamper yourself with relaxing therapies and luxury skincare products.
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Restaurants: Savoring Catalina
The best places to dine when you're exploring Catalina Island.
Ocean Runner
Close Encounters of the Mammal Kind: Hop aboard a rigid inflatable boat to seek out friendly and fun-loving dolphins.
Island Spa Catalina
A Place to Recharge: With so much action going on in Avalon, you'll want to take an afternoon to unwind.
Parasailing in Catalina
Feel as light as a feather while flying over Catalina on a parasailing adventure with Island Water Charters.
Hotels on Catalina Island
Where to Stay: Lodgings on Catalina Island range from camp sites to condos to boutique hotels.
Catalina Casino
A Step Back in Time: The iconic Catalina Casino has a rich past dating back to its grand opening in May 1929.
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Brouwerij West Dog Ate My Homework
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Hemingway in Love Daiquiri
This luscious libation from Red Bar & Lounge at Hotel Irvine pays homage to Ernest Hemingway's drink of choice, the daiquiri. This version uses Muroise liqueur to make it extra seductive with a rich, vibrant flavor and tart, clean finish.
The Bruery Hottenroth Berliner Weisse
While The Bruery is known for crafting primarily Belgian-style beers, it does produce more than a dozen sour varieties, including this Berliner Weisse, a German-style offering with tart highlights.
The Bruery White Oak
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Bruery Terreux Quadrupel Tonnellerie
Since opening in 2008, The Bruery in Southern California has become known for its barrel-aged and experimental ales.
The Bruery Autumn Maple
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The Kentucky Derby
May 6, 2017
700 Central Ave., Louisville KY 40208 U.S.Known as "The Most Exciting Two Minutes In Sports", the annual Kentucky Derby race is an opportunity to experience the excitement of the most important of all horse races.
The 2017 Masters Golf Tournament
April 6, 2017 - April 9, 2017
The annual Masters Tournament gathers top professionals from across the globe to battle for the sport’s most prestigious article of clothing — the green jacket.
Gourmet & Grapes
February 2, 2017 - February 5, 2017
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September 11, 2017 - September 17, 2017
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