GETTING HERE BY AIRCivil Aviation DepartmentNew Bight ................................342-2212Airport .....................................342-2212Cat Island AirNew Bight .........................342-2125Arthur’s Town...................354-2048Continental ConnectionNew Bight ................................342-2145Lynx AirNew Bight ................................342-2105

HIRE CARS AND TOURS Although there is only one road on the island, there are a few hire cars ranging from $80 to $100 per day.New Bight Car Rentals .. 342-3014Gilbert’s Inn ..................... 342-3011Newbold’s Car Rental .... 342-5041

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ADMINISTRATIONOFFICES:New Bight ................................342-3032Arthurs Town ..........................354-2176District CouncilResponsible for Town PlanningNew Bight ................................342-3180Commissioner’s OfficeArthur’s Town..........................354-2043BAHAMAS CUSTOMS& IMMIGRATIONNew Bight ................................342-2016PoliceNew Bight ................................342-3039Arthurs Town ...........................................Post Office ..............................342-3198BEC ...........................................342-8001

TELEPHONE (BTC)Area Code 242Long distance operator: ..................... 0 Directory assistance: .......................916New Bight ...............................342-3060Arthur’s Town ........................354-2000BANKSBank of the Bahamas .............342-2230CLINICSSouth Cat IslandWeekdays 24 hour callSmith’s Bay ...............................342-3026Bain Town .................................342-5057Old Bight ..................................342-4049North Cat IslandOrange Creek .........................354-4050SOCIAL SERVICESOld Bight ..................................342-4126

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MAILBOATSNorth Cat Island Special service from Nassau to Cat IslandSettlements: Arthur’s Town, Ben-nett’s Harbour, New BightFrequency: Once a weekSailing Time: 14 hoursCost per person: $40Telephone: (242) 393-1064 for outward/return travel days/timesEast WindDeparts Nassau Tuesday at 5pm

TAXISTaxis are readily available in all major settlements and are rou-tinely stationed at the airports to meet incoming flights. Taxi #1 ...............................464-6388Taxi #6 ...............................342-3134

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A MESSAGE FROM THEMINISTER OF TOURISM & AVIATION

Welcome to Cat Island, a land with matchless mystique and allure among the 700 islands of the Bahamas.

Cat Island is known as an oasis of culture. Its settlements are rich with storytellers, dancers, and musicians who have a passion for our special rhythms and rhymes. It is common to hear the distinct sounds of rake ‘n scrape drift in from the hills, a local watering spot or backyard gathering as Cat Islanders enjoy leisurely evenings together. This island is also a bastion of Bahamian cuisine. Here, you will be treated to delicacies freshly collected from the land and sea, and prepared the Cat Island way. You would be delighted to discover the unforgettable tastes of flour cake, cassava bread, potato bread, stewed fish, fever grass tea and more. Cat Island is home to our highest elevation, Mt. Alvernia, which is also known as Como Hill. Atop Como Hill, sits a remarkable work of archi-tecture called The Hermitage, and the only thing more breathtaking than the architecture is the magnificent view from the hill. The roads of Cat Island are lined with historic places of interest, includ-ing the ruins of plantation-era buildings. Just as satisfying, are the many miles of lovely pink and white sand beaches to which those roadsalso lead. The sights and sounds of mystical Cat Island are sure to please, and a special place will always be reserved for you on this island of music and myth.Sincerely,

Sen. Hon. Vincent Vanderpool-Wallace, C.B.E.Minister of Tourism and Aviation

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DIVING:With 29 dive destinations, and 1000+ regularly dived sites... Un-spoilt reefs, a plethora of wrecks, guaranteed shark encounters, the chance to swim with wild dolphins, spectacular walls and blue holes, and fantastic caves,DIVE OPERATORSGreenwood Dive Centre 342-3053Hawk’s Nest Resort & Marina .......................... 342-7050Pigeon Cay ......................... 354-5084Fernandez Bay ................... 342-3043Shannas Cove .................... 354-4249

FISHINGHawks Nest ....................... 342-7050Pompey Rock Villas Club House Fishing Village ................. 354-6003Cappum Small Fishing Guide Service ................ 354-4052Ricky Dean Fishing and Dive Charter ................. 354-4218

ACTIVITIESJUST RELAXPeace and relaxation are the key words of vacationing on Cat Island, the sixth largest island in the Bahamas. Since it is much smaller in population than many of the other islands, you won’t be in the crowd and thus able to enjoy its natural beauty more. Chances are you’ll have a better understanding of their local customs and way of life than on many other islands. You don’t feel like a tourist but rather an explorer on Cat Island. Do con-sider to include Cat Island in your next Bahamas vacation.

ATTRACTIONSSt. Andrews Anglican/ Espiscopal Church (AT)Fresh Water Blue HoleFantastic MangrovesMail Boat LandingThe Caves at Industrious HillThe Media Center

RestaurantsBachelor’s Restaurant ..........342-6014Blue Bird Restaurant ...........342-3095Boggie Pond ...........................354-2215Bridge Inn (NB) ....................342-3013Club Crystal (TL) .................354-4030Club Paradise ........................342-8053Cocktails by the Sea (AT) ...354-3159Coconuts (St) ........................342-8091Cookie House .......................354-2027Da Smoke Pot .......................354-2077Fernandez Bay Village ...........342-3043Granny Farah’s (NB) ............342-2159Greenwood Rest. .................342-3053Hallover Rest. & Bar ............342-2028Hard Rock Oasis ..................354-2159

Hawks Nest (HN) ................342-7050Lulla’s Delight (HN) .............464-6544

Island HoppInn ......................342-2100Lakeview Takeaway ...............342-5090Major’s Takeaway ..................342-7012Nancy’s Take Away................354-2024New Bight Sailing Club .......342-3054North End Liquour Store Rest. & Takeaway (OC)...354-4165 Oceanview Rest. ...................342-7076Periwinkles Rest. & Bar (OC)............354-4151 Peter Hill Rest. ......................342-4001Pilot Harbour Beach Resort & Restaurant ........342-4110

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Deveaux Plantation and Mansion

Located in Port Howe, was once yje scene of splendor and luxury. Today it lies in ruins. This was the home of Colonel Andrew Deveaux, who settled with his family and the slaves on Cat Island in the 18th Century. It is worth seeing to experience the local history and the spectacular setting.

Holy Redeemer Catholic Church by Father JeromeThe main attraction in town gleams white beside the main road and looks like it belongs on Mediterrenean shores. The church was built by FatherJerome who also blessed Cat Island with its most famous land-mark, the pint-size Mt. Alvernia Hermitage.

The HermitageMount Alvernia is the ighest elevation in the country at 206 feet above sea level. The hill served as the hermitage of Father Jerome Hawes, who settled on the island in 1939, where he built a miniature monas-tery and hand-carved steps out of solid rock. Named after the pirate Arthur Catt, much of the island has not been developed, which provides a unique vacation for those who want to get away in a private, relaxing, laid-back environment. Of course, the pink beaches are popular, but so are the world-class diving adventures, snor-keling and fishing. With 50 miles of rolling hills and miles of nature trails, you truly can experience a Bahamas island in its native setting. This is not fabricated. This is The Bahamas. And on Cat Island, even the winters are a blazing 60 degrees, while in the summertime, tempera-tures linger around the mid-80s with a gentle breeze from the ocean.

Church of St. Mary Slave Father Jerome’s St. John the Baptist Catholic ChurchLotto-Man CaveColumbus Point

BEACHESFrom the air, Cat Island BahamasQuiet places abound on the beach in The Bahama Islands. Like other famous islands, the beaches on Cat Island are big enough for anyone to have their own privacy while enjoy-ing beach activities, especially skinny dipping in Bahamas. Oops!

Pompey Rock Villas Rest. and Bar ........354-6003Sammy T’s .............................354-6009Shannas Cove ......................359-9668Tail Winds .............................354-4243The Hot Spot ......................354-2076Triple D’s Rest & Lounge ..342-2204Wayside Rest. & Bar ..........354-6002Yardies Rest., Bar & Conch 354-6076

Night-lifeENTERTAINMENTFrom live-bands and dancing at local bars and resorts to having a chat with locals and tourists, whatever your taste you can find it at the following spots and at all resorts and inn’s.

Dis We Place .......................354-1133Hot Spot Restaurant .........354-2076Club Crystal ........................354-4030Periwinkles Rest. & Bar (OC) ...........354-4151Sailing Club (NB) ................342-3054Lonesome Me Liquor ........354-2173Deep South Palace (DS) ...342-5129Two Corners (NB) ...........342-3325

Hawks Nest ....................................................................................... 342-7050The 28-slip marina has all the personalized service and amenities visit-ing boats require. Two air-conditioned fish-cleaning houses, 40,000-gal-lon diesel storage, 50 and 100 amp electric pedestals round out the services at Hawk’s Nest. Marina guests can utilize and enjoy all the additional amenities Hawk’s Nest Resort has to offer.

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Calendar of EventsJuneLabour Day HolidayCat Island Rake &Scrape FestivalThis annual event is held during the Labour Day holiday weekend. It is believed that Rake and Scrape is descended from the Rip Saw music of the Turks and Caicos Islands which was introduced to the Southern Bahamas when large numbers of Turks Islanders migrated during the early 20th century. This fun-filled weekend lends to total immersion into Bahamian culture. On Thursday experience Gospel Night with the Rahming Brothers, Rev. Carol Johnson, the Cat Island Rushers, St. John’s Church choir and others;Friday and Saturday nights enjoy native artists including Chippy, Ronnie Butler, Ancient Man, Spank Band and Lassie Doe Boys. Along with great native music, enjoy tasty dishes such as conch salad, fried fish and guava duff along with a cold Kalik or Sky Juice or any combination a cold or hottea from the „Bush Tea‰ Bar. Now if you are looking for some good healthy competition check out the Plaiting, Flour Cake, Bark Barking, Conch Cracking or Crab Catching Contests or maybe you want to see how low you can go with a bit of Limbo.

JulyIndependence HolidayIndependence CelebrationThe traditional heritage based event called ‘homecoming’ reunites local residents and other domestic visitors in cultural activities, games, food, drinks and worship. These events have tre-mendous value for tourism promotion and cultural development between the Islands of the Bahamas.

End of July - Early AugustCat Island RegattaFour days of fun and activities for visitors and residents alike. Local sloop sailors as well as those invited from other island take to the high seas in fierce but friendly competition. On shore have a pleasant chat while sip-ping on a ‘Cool One’. Call Ezra Russell 424-8208 or 342-3014

OctoberDiscovery Day HolidayAnnual Back to Cat Island FestivalCat Islanders believe that their island was the original landing forChristopher Columbus because of the location of the island in the Bahamian archipelago and also be the island was formerly known as San Salvador. Call Ezra Russell 424-8208 or 342-3014

Fishing TournamentsHawks NestAnnual Fishing Tournaments.Call for dates! Hawks Nest Resort & Marina, Cat Island, BahamasTel: 1-242-342-7050 or 1-954-376-3865 • Fax: 1-242-342-7051Website: www.hawks-nest.comE-mail: info@hawks-nest.com

Cuisine is another spectacular must-do after the long day exploration on Cat Island. You’ll be delighted with fresh grilled fish or roasted rack of lamb at Hawk’s Nest Resort and Marina; local specialties at Fernandez Bay Village and light meal bread at Greenwood Beach Resort. Somehow you may realize the taste is never the same while on vacation as compare to the food you take in your hectic daily lives. The right mood does play an important part.

Pigeon Cay Beach Club ... 354-5084Jeffery Smith Sightseeing and Fishing ....................... 341-2029Fernandez Bay ................... 342-3043Sightseeing, fishing, diving, bone fish-ing, and boat rentalsTop Cat’s Fishing Service ............... 342-2100Deep-sea fishing, bottom fishing, snorkeling and diving 14 foot whaler for rent Sport fishing and bone fish-ing chartersGreenwood Beach Resort ............................. 342-3053Charles Zonicle ................ 342-5005

or 342-5011Shannas Cove .................... 354-4249

RENTAL CARS:New Bight Car Rentals ... 342-3014Gilbert’s Inn ...................... 342-3011Newbold’s Car Rental ..... 342-5041

SNORKELINGAsk the front desk about snorkel-ing sites.Greenwood Beach Resort ............................. 342-3053Pigeon Cay ......................... 354-5084Fernandez Bay ................... 342-3043

TOURSOmar Stubbs .................. 354-5077, 464-6380Harry’s Bus Tours Como Hill ..................... 342-5090Jeffrey Smith........................ 342-2029

WEDDINGSYou can’t make a better choice for a destination wedding than Cat Island. Our clear sky, powdery white sand and crystal-blue waters make the perfect setting for your big day.

Wedding PlannersPigeon Cay ......................... 354-5084Fernandez Bay ................... 342-3043Greenwood Beach Resort ............................. 342-3053Island HopInn .................... 342-2100

DiningFine Dining at Shanna’s Cove

North Cat IslandOrange Creek .........................................OCThe Lot .......................................................TLArthur’s Town........................................... ATZion Hill ................................................... ZHBonamy Town ........................................... BTDumfries ..................................................... DBenett’s Harbour .....................................BH

Central Cat IslandRoakers.........................................................RThe Bluff .................................................... TBCaireys ......................................................... CGaitors ......................................................... GIndustrious Hill ......................................... IHStephenson ................................................. StCove ...........................................................CoHarts Bay...................................................HBTea Bay ....................................................... TBKnowles ........................................................K

South Cat IslandSmith’s Bay ................................................. SBFernandez Bay ...........................................FBNew Bight .................................................NBOld Bight .................................................. OBDouds .......................................................... DMoss Town ............................................... MTMcQueens.................................................McDevils Point ..............................................DPBain Town .................................................. BTDeep South............................................... DSZonicle Hill .............................................. ZHPort Howe ...................................................... PH

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Bahama MamaIngredients3⁄4 oz. Bacardi Gold Rum1⁄2 oz. Nassau Royale Liqueur or Grand Marnier1⁄2 oz. Cointreau2 oz. orange juice1 dash of Angostura Bitter1⁄2 oz. Grenadine1⁄4 oz. lemon juice

DirectionsShake well with cracked ice, put in highball glass Garnish with orange slice & cherry.

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Great House - Henry Hawkins Armbrister believed to have been built in the 1760’s. Incidents of ill will between slaves and their owners, lead to property destruction and physical threats. Among these incidences was the burning of the Great House of Henry Hawkins Armbrister in New Bight.

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No one knows exactly where the term rake n scrape came from or on which island the music originated - some say Cat Island or Abaco. But the one thing we know for sure is that it

was passed down from African slaves mimicking the sounds of their homeland using a washboard, scraping sticks and carpenter’s saw, as well as more conventional instruments like the goombay drum and concertina. In the early days it was known simply as African music, and over time was used to accompany such dances as the Bahamian Quadrille and the Hell and Toe Polka dances. These days musicians such as Chippie & The Boys and Ed Moxey and the famous Lassie Doh and the Boys keep the music alive, along with countless rake n scrape bands throughout the Family Islands, where it is still popular to this day.

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are fully airconditioned. Cable T.V, and kitchenette. Just minutes away from our Restaurant and Conve-nience Store. We also rent cars and have a gas station on site.

Pompey Rock Villas (BH) .354-5222Sammy T’s Resort (BH) ....354-6009Sea Spray Hotel (OC) ....... 354-4116

Shannas Cove (OC) ........... 354-4249Our cottages offer privacy amid tropical gardens and are only seconds away from the beach, each is equipped with A/C, Coffeemaker, Refrigerator, TV, Safe, Hairdryer and a Queen size bed facing the most beautiful beach on Cat Island. Your wake up call will be the singing birds and the sound of the waves.Each cottage has their own porchto savor your first coffee in the morning before you enjoy breakfast inside or on the restaurant veranda overlooking the magnifiecent Bay of Shannas. Home made bread, fresh fruits........Take a break at lunchtime and enjoy the variety of snacks.

Tail Winds Resort (OC).... 354-4243Located at the Northern end of Cat Island, at Shanna’s Cove. We have daily, weekly and monthly rent-als. Each of our four (4) Villas sleeps 2 people and is steps away from our private beach.

Twin Palm Beach Resort (NB)......... 342-3108

Pigeon Cay Beach Club ..... 354-5084For the traveller looking for a remote paradise, Pigeon Cay Beach Club is ideal. We are located one mile off the main road, in the northern end of Cat Island, near the settlement of The Bluff.All of our cottages are steps away from the beach, close enough to smell the salt from the sea. You will be lulled to sleep by the sound of the waves and soothed by the palm trees when the breeze cools the evening... So come gaze at the stars, swim in the sea, and enjoy the peace at Pigeon Cay.

Pilot Harbour Beach Resort (OB) ..... 342-4117Our spacious comfortable loft-style rooms invite you to come in. We have two double beds. One at the lower level and one at the loft level. They

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Zion HillBonamy Town

Benett’sHarbour

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Cairey’s

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Hart’s Bay Hill

Tea Bay

Knowles Village

Smith’s Bay

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Moss Town

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Cat Island

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Location: 100,000 sq. miles stretching from Bimini in the north going southeast in the AtlanticOcean to Great InaguaCapital: NassauTime: Eastern TimePopulation: 329,500 peopleHistory: Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1492 in San Salvador. The Bahamas became a crown colony of Britain in 1717. Slavery abolished in 1838. Gained Independence in 1973.Political System: StableJuly 10th 1973 (Independence Day). Government: Governor General, Prime Minister and a parliament rules The BahamasEconomy: Main Industry: Tourism, Second Industry: Offshore Banking.

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Quick Island FactsArea: 48 miles long by 1-4 milesat widest point 6th largest island in The BahamasHighest Point: 206ftLocation: 300 miles from FloridaPopulation: 1600 people

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ART GALLERIESAnderson Art Designs .....................455-0338

BAKERIESOlive’s Bakery ....................................342-3134

BEAUTY SALONS & FASHIONCharmaine’s VarietyFashion & Beauty Supplies ...............342-3004Jazzy’s Beauty Salon (OB) ................342-4107Divine’s Beauty Salon .......................354-4040Hot Spot Fashion & Beauty Supply ............................354-2078Lynn’s Fashion & Beauty Supplies ..............................354-4151

CUSTOMSSeymour’s Custom Service (SB) ....342-2130

DAY CARE CENTERSPrecious Jewels ..................................342-2245

FOOD & VARIETY STORESNew Bight Food Market ..................342-3011Deep South Supermarket ................342-5090V&E Seafood & Meat Mart ..............342-5151Alvernia Foods ...................................342-2042C&S General Store ...........................342-5125Orange Creek ....................................354-4110Pilot Harbour .....................................342-4117Newbold .............................................342-5041Sachea (NB) ........................................342-3237Vanny’s .................................................428-2406Neighbourhood Con. Store (K) .....342-6016Gilbert’s ..............................................342-3011New Day Plaza ...................................342-5171

GENERAL STORESBain Town One Stop Shop ..............342-5083H&W Enterprises Ltd ......................354-1013

HARDWARE STORESTarget Hardware ...............................354-4001MLR Hardware (NB) ........................342-2122C&S Farm Supply and Hardware ........................................342-5125Pass me Not (OB) ............................342-4132

INSURANCEResponse Insurance ..........................342-2190

LAUNDROMATSThe Pilot Harbour Laundromat .....342-4117Dorsett Laundromat & Steam Pressing.................................342-2158Orange Creek ....................................354-4110

LIQUORTwo Corners Bar & Liquor Store ...................................342-3169Lonesome Me Liquor Store ............354-2173

Neighbourhood Wines & Spirits ........................342-6016Gilbert’s Liquor (NB) .......................342-3011

MARINE GASFavor’s Service Station (OB) ...........342-4107

OFFICE SUPPLIESC.I.G Office & School Supplies ......342-2190

PROPANEOrange Creek ....................................354-4110New Bight Service Station (NB) ....342-3014

REAL ESTATEDamianos (Gambier Bluff) ..............424-9193

SEAFOOD Hester Fish .........................................342-7102

SERVICE STATIONSNew Bight Service Station (NB) ....342-3014Favor’s Service Station (OB) ...........342-4107New Day Plaza ...................................342-5171

SHIPPING COMPANIESG & G Shipping ..................................423-3691

STRAW WORKBetty’s Designs (The Bluff0 .............354-1013Teddie May Bain’s Straw WorkMrs. Rolle’s Straw Works (The Lot)Mrs. Larrimor’s Straw WorksRhonda King, Shell Work & Souvenirs ...............342-5090Minerva Thompson Straw Hat .......354-5077Emily .....................................................354-4085

WATER DEPOTDeep South.........................................342-5023

Apple Tree Inn (TB) ........... 354-1001Bridge Inn (NB) .................. 342-3014

Boggie Pond Village (AT) ... 354-2215Offering GREAT BAHAMIAN FOOD, Bar & Restaurant. Complimentary pick up & drop off to Arthur’s Town Airport. We offer a 2 bedroom room with 2 double beds , AC, Cable TV, Kitchenette and sitting area. Our single rooms have a queensize bed, AC, private bath. Our lodge is 10 mins walking distance from the beach and the airport. We are open year round and offer good deals off season. We invite you to come spend your Cat Island visit with us.

Club Paradise (TCove) ..... 342-8053Cookie House (TL) ........... 354-2027

Fernandez Bay Village (FB) 342-3043Fernandez Bay Village, established 1980, is well known for it’s informal atmosphere and personal service. Your day can unfold anyway you choose. For those who want to do more than lie in a hammock; there’s snorkelling, swimming, fishing, sunning, SCUBA diving, exploring, biking, canoeing, kayaking, boating and picnicking. We’re here for you. Fifteen ocean front villas are strung along a cozy mile of sugary beach, nestled among the whispering Casurina pines and blooming Hibiscus. Dinners are relaxed candle lit affairs on the beach terrace around a blazing bon

fire. Shoes are not part of the dress code. The beachfront tiki-bar runs on the honor system. Guests keep track of their own libations. Fernan-dez Bay is definitely a place to relax and de-stress, so pack comfortably, casual clothing, plenty of bathing suits, an evening cover up and a sweater during the winter months. The Tropic of Cancer is less than 70 miles south of Cat Island, it enjoys a subtropi-cal climate year round. As one guest succinctly put it, “Visiting Fernandez Bay is like visiting good friends and staying in their guest house.” Out Island style!

Cutlass Bay Club (PH)....... 342-5053Gilbert’s Inn (NB) ............... 342-3011

Greenwood Beach Resort (PH) ......... 342-3053Not far away from the hustle and bustle of Nassau, but far away from it

all set amidst an atmosphere of tran-quility and style. Enjoy your open-air breakfast on the beachfront; explore the Bahamas the way they used to be. Go diving or snorkeling on coral reefs or laze in a hammock in the afternoon breeze under swaying palm trees. Relax with your evening cocktail at the fresh-water pool, and be prepared for a tasty surprise in the cozy dining-room after the sunset. Forget about the outside world!

Hallover’s Inn Hotel (SB) .. 342-2028

Hawk’s Nest Resort & Marina (HN) .. 342-7050With a 4-star rating, Hawk’s Nest Re-sort & Marina is a tropical beachfront paradise on the southern tip of Cat Is-land. Pictured above is our 3 Bedroom rental. Call for details.

Island HoppInn (FB) ........... 342-2100Relax in new and cozy, private suites on the fine, white sand of very secluded Fernandez Bay Beach; embracing the calm, crystal clear, blue ocean. A small intimate resort with lots of warmth and charm, Island HoppInn caters personally to each guest, with kindness like visiting old friends. The beautiful, air-conditioned Oceanside Suites fea-ture tropical decor and private garden showers, with cleanliness a priority. Guests enjoy complimentary kayaks, rafts, paddleboat, bicycles, snorkeling, a relaxing Oceanside hammock and

scrumptious rum cake! Enjoy modern conveniences: Satellite TV and radio, wireless Internet, DVD TV’s, exclu-sive weather reports and live beach cam. For those who are looking for the ultimate secluded privacy in the friendliest atmosphere; Come indulge in Island HoppInn’s amazing bit of tropical paradise!

Lake View Motel (ZH) ....... 342-5090Quiet setting overlooking a beautiful lake. 8 rooms

Landing Bay (OC) ............... 354-4116Seven Apartment Cottages fully-furnished and airconditioned.

Orange Creek Inn (OC) ... 354-4110Located at the center of island hap-penings, we can accomodates from couples up to a mid-size group. We offer 16 clean, spacious rooms with hands-on service and a smile.

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South Cat Island AttractionsThe Healing PondFor centuries this has been known to the lo-cals as the healing pond. Its located North of Port Howe.

Little Winding Bay & Big Winding BayThis location has been made accessible through two natural hiking trails. There are also three spectacular colonial ruins from plantation days to be visited.

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