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Holidays are usually stressful, hectic and dramatic at times. Why not take a break and head over to Catalina Island during the off-season to get your peace of mind and reset. While you’re there, pick up a few items to check off your shopping list. What a better way to surprise the people on your holiday list than with a special gift from Catalina Island. Here are some fun ideas that will knock your friends and loved ones’ socks off.

Catalina Express Gift Cards

Let’s face it, who doesn’t need a break from everyday life? Catalina Island is the place to get away. You can get away from work, traffic, chaos and maybe even those in-laws. With the gift of a Catalina Island getaway, you will definitely make an impression. Did we mention that when you spend $150 you get two free, one-way Commodore Lounge upgrades? Now what you do with those is up to you. You can give those along with the gift, or you can just enjoy them on your next Catalina getaway. This special offer ends on January 5, 2020. You can get those gift cards here.

A piece of Catalina History

With all the amazing history Catalina Island has to offer, the beautiful tile work is the perfect gift for the history buff in your life. There are many wonderful places around the Island that offer custom tile work, antique pottery pieces, jewelry made out of tile and more. Stop by Catalina Pottery & Tile Company and see all the beautiful custom pieces or make pottery of your own at Silver Canyon Pottery to take home as a special handmade gift.

Sweetness for the heart

Who doesn’t love something sweet for the holiday season? Lloyd’s of Avalon Confectionery was established in 1934 and makes all of their delicious saltwater taffy in-house. Some of their other tasty gift ideas include peanut brittle, chocolate-covered strawberries, creamy fudge and caramel apples designed for every holiday. And remember, you need to treat yourself as well!

Sea glass jewelry from the sea of Catalina

For the jewelry lover in your life, sea glass jewelry is special and unique. There are many jewelry makers on and off the Island that work with this beautiful unique stone and create unordinary pieces. You can find such pieces at stores on Catalina like Two’s Company,  Ciao Baci or Steamer Trunk along with other exceptional jewelry.

A little R&R is always much needed

Give the gift of the sensational spa experience so your loved ones can feel relaxed and rejuvenated. No one will ever turn down a spa gift certificate. There are many options on the Island offered by many different spas. Try a couple’s massage for that special someone, a pedicure for mom or a facial for the BFF.

A Touch of Heaven
Catalina Sea Spa
Island Breeze Spa & Salon
Island Spa Catalina

Aside from the above ideas, there are many other amazing certificates to hotels and activities, as well as dining that are popular among gift giving. You can never go wrong giving the gift of Catalina Island in one way or another. Take a stroll in Avalon as you knock out that holiday list of yours. You never know, you may just find the perfect gift for yourself as well.

Enjoy shopping and Happy Holidays from Catalina Express!

* To get the latest details on what’s open and other travel advisories, visit Love Catalina Island.