Santa Catalina Island has been a filming location for over 500 motion pictures, television programs, documentaries and commercials. 300 of it were motion picture productions and it began as early as 1911. It has been misguided for the lost continent of Atlantis and the abode of famous mechanical shark, Jaws. Through this, the island holds a distinctive place in the golden time of motion production as an exotic back lot.

Sea and sun view is the main attraction in Santa Catalina Island. With a full pack activities like bicycling, boating, hiking, scuba diving, parasailing, whale watching and wheelchair access. For a romantic stay in Santa Catalina Island hotels, condos and houses are available to be rented. Pavilion lodges with large courtyards are also accessible for the visitors. The Santa Catalina Island celebrates fireworks and golf cart event during the month of July. By September they gather to stroll along Cresent Street that is parallel to the beach and glaze the arts of island artist. Amazing music is played in the Casino Ballroom by fall season and was called The Catalina Jazz Trax Festival.