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If it is a question of which, Catalinas especially if you are use to the calm Coz experience. Bat Island is incredible as well but if you are shark shy I suggest you rethink your option. It is the best place to see schools of Bull Sharks in that region.
Pura Vida
As for the question of is it worth it to go there, the Pacific in that region offers you tropical as well as LARGE ocean traveling critters. It isn't the Caribbean. It is a nice challenge for new divers.