Located just off the coast of Long Beach, California, Santa Catalina Island is known for its abundant wildlife, world-class dive sites and pristine white-sand beaches. Visitors flock to this popular retreat for a picture-perfect island holiday. Also referred to as ‘Catalina’, the island features an array of superb restaurants, comfortable accommodations, and a wild herd of bison, which were brought here for a movie shoot in the 1920's and never left. Visitors can look forward to a variety of activities including: adventuring up Mount Orizaba, the island’s highest peak; relaxing under swaying palm trees on sun-soaked beaches, and exploring the quaint seaside town of Avalon.