One of the many advantages of our Catalina condos is the proximity to the best shopping available on the island. Spending hours going through the delightful treasures that are for sale here is not just about shopping; it is an experience by itself. As you walk down the cobblestone walkways, soak in the French atmosphere, enjoy the cooling fountains and the colorful goods on display, you may not want to leave at all. Window shopping is a favorite tourist activity while in Avalon, and when you stay at your Catalina Island vacation rental, you will be able to discover these simple pleasures for yourself.
C.C. Gallagher
This is the place where you will get the most extraordinary gifts on the island. If eclectic art moves you, then you will be in for a treat, as this place has beautiful pottery, jewelry and other stunning artifacts. They also stock gourmet foods and wines, books, DVDs, greeting cards and luxurious skincare products. The café attached to the store is a great place to unwind with a cup of your preferred choice of beverage, and freshly baked croissants, muffins or sandwiches.
Catalina Seashell Co
A must-buy on the shopping list while on an island holiday is shell art. This store has a huge collection of dyed seashells, natural shells, sand dollars and sea horses. Great for displaying in your living room back home, giving away as gifts or for using in making wonderful crafts. They also sell home décor products, chimes, shell jewelry, lamps and frames.
Catalina Island Gallery
Want to bring some island art home with you? Many world famous artists have been inspired by Catalina's awesome beauty and have captured it on canvas. The Catalina Island Gallery has limited editions as well as originals of these oil paintings, done by artists like Robert Lyn Nelson, James Coleman, Thomas Kinkade, Howard Behrens, Cao Yong, Simon Bull and many more.
Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co
Gourmet coffee and freshly baked cookies from Catalina are available at this store. Their coffees, cookies, brownies and muffins will make lovely gifts for your friends and family back home. They can come up with stunning gift-wraps for your buys, too.
Art, Caps and Designs
This is a custom embroidery shop with more than 15,000 stock designs for you to choose from. The perfect place to get your favorite design embroidered on a holiday outfit. Alternately, if you have a particular theme in mind that is not included in their catalog, they can take care of it, too.
Annie's Fine Gifts
If you are intrigued by the art and culture of the Orient, step into Annie's Fine Gifts. They sell Buddha statues, dragons, figurines, scented candles, light boxes and all kinds of artifacts and gift items from Japan, China and Korea. They also have a select range of art from the Far East.
Shopping in Catalina is fun and the choices are many. Be it for your home, body, mind or soul, you will find your vacation rental located close to all the beautiful shops in Avalon. Visit Vamoose.com and get ready to enjoy your Catalina Island vacation. You can search Vamoose for a rental based on size, location, price and amenities offered.