Cat Island Collection

Mount Alvernia monastery, Cat Island, The Bahamas, West Indies, Central America

Beach, Cat Island, The Bahamas, West Indies, Central America

Japan, Cat island, Aoshima island
Japan, Shikoku island, Ehime region, Aoshima island, Cat island

Oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) with Pilot fish (Naucrates ductor). Tropical West Atlantic Ocean, off Cat Island, Bahamas

Discovery of America, 12th of May, 1492 (engraving)
668416 Discovery of America, 12th of May, 1492 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Discovery of America, 12th of May)

USA, Louisiana. Lower Mississippi River Basin, St. Francisville, road to Cat Island

Discovery Of America, 12Th Of May, 1492. Columbus Erects The Cross And Baptizes The Isle Of Guanahami, Now Cat Island, One Of The Bahamas, By The Christian Name Of St. Salvador

Oceanic whitetip shark on black background, Cat Island, Bahamas

Oceanic whitetip shark chasing a group of fish, Cat Island, Bahamas

A silky shark at Cat Island in the Bahamas
A silky shark (Carcharhinus falciformis) at Cat Island in the Bahamas

A diver has a close encounter with an oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) at Cat Island in the Bahamas

An oceanic whitetip shark taken at Cat Island in the Bahamas
An oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) taken at Cat Island in the Bahamas

Oceanic whitetip shark with reflection, Cat Island, Bahamas

Oceanic whitetip shark circling a boat off Cat Island, Bahamas

A mahi mahi fish at Cat Island in the Bahamas
A mahi mahi fish (Coryphaena hippurus) at Cat Island in the Bahamas

Diving with oceanic whitetip sharks, Cat Island, Bahamas

Oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

A curious oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

Diver swimming with an oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

Diver swimming with oceanic whitetip sharks, Cat Island, Bahamas

A silky shark with an embedded hook and line at Cat Island in the Bahamas
A silky shark (Carcharhinus falciformis) with an embedded hook and line at Cat Island in the Bahamas

Oceanic whitetip shark with dorsal fin reflection, Cat Island, Bahamas

Rays of light shining above an oceanic whitetip shark in Cat Island, Bahamas

Close-up side view of an oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

Oceanic whitetip shark swimming with pilot fish, Cat Island, Bahamas

Underside of an oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

Front view of an oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

Silky Shark shot in Cat Island in the Bahamas

Silhouette of an oceanic whitetip shark with rays of light shining through, Cat Island, Bahamas

Pristine beach, Fernandez Bay, Cat Island, Bahamas

Pristine beach, Cat Island, Bahamas

Century plants lining up the beaches of Cat Island, Bahamas

Beach view, Fernandez Bay, Cat Island, Bahamas

Pink sand beach at Conch Bay, Cat Island, Bahamas

Conch shell on beach, Cat Island, The Bahamas, West Indies, Central America

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Welcome to Cat Island, a paradise nestled in the heart of The Bahamas. With its stunning beaches and rich history, this island is truly a hidden gem in the West Indies. One of the must-visit attractions on Cat Island is Mount Alvernia monastery. Perched atop a hill, this serene sanctuary offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. As you explore its peaceful grounds, you'll feel a sense of tranquility that can only be found in such a unique setting. But it's not just the monastery that makes Cat Island special. Its pristine beaches are postcard-perfect, with powdery white sand and crystal-clear turquoise waters stretching as far as the eye can see. Whether you're looking to relax under swaying palm trees or dive into an underwater wonderland teeming with marine life, these shores have something for everyone. Did you know that there's another "cat island" halfway across the world? Aoshima island in Japan has gained fame for its feline inhabitants who outnumber humans by six to one. Here, cats roam freely and are adored by locals and tourists alike. Speaking of wildlife encounters, it also boasts incredible marine biodiversity. From majestic oceanic whitetip sharks gracefully swimming alongside pilot fish to silky sharks gliding through azure waters – every moment spent beneath these waves is awe-inspiring. Cat Island holds historical significance too. It was here that Christopher Columbus first set foot on his journey towards discovering America on May 12th, 1492. He baptized this very land as St. Salvador (formerly Guanahami), forever etching his mark upon its shores. For those seeking adventure closer to home, Louisiana's Lower Mississippi River Basin leads us down a road straight to Cat Island within St. Francisville region - offering an opportunity to experience nature at its finest right here in America.