Although lagging behind Costa Rica in terms of tourist development (there is yet to be a beachside Pizza Hut), Santa Catalina has the potential to be the next great Central American beach destination (for better or for worse). Although difficult access and a remote location have so far kept the foreign investors away, the secret about Santa Catalina's incredible surf is out. It's regarded as one of the best surf hot spots in Central America - you can choose from any number of beach breaks on Playa Santa Catalina. Sometimes it’s comperable to Oahu's Sunset Beach.