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Radio Guest List—The Inn on Mt. Ada, Catalina Island, California—March 5, 2016

inn2This week’s broadcast of the Peter Greenberg Worldwide Radio Show comes from the Inn on Mt. Ada in Avalon on Catalina Island in California. Once the home of William Wrigley, Jr. and his wife Ada, the Inn overlooks the town of Avalon, with stunning views of Catalina Island and the Pacific Ocean. Santa Catalina Island Company CEO Randy Herrel drops by this landmark inn and discusses upcoming renovations inspired by William Wrigley Jr.’s original vision. Travel Weekly Editor-in-Chief Arnie Weissmann explains the 2016 election’s side effects on the travel industry, and gives us his predictions for potential travel bargains in April. The Wall Street Journal Travel Editor Scott McCartney explains how Southwest Airlines plans to reward traveler loyalty. Hint: the perks are for two. Catalina Island resident historian Michelle Bestudik discusses the island’s Hollywood past, and lets us in on her favorite months to plan a visit. There’s all of this and more when the Peter Greenberg Worldwide Radio Show broadcasts from the Inn on Mt. Ada on Catalina Island.

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Arnie Weissmann, Editor-in-Chief of Travel Weekly, sheds light on 2016 travel uncertainties, including the Zika Virus and recent terrorist attacks.

Mike Krug, Avalon City Fire Chief, discusses the challenges of his job and gives us his recommendations for the best places to eat on the island.

Janet Flathers of the Santa Catalina Island Company lets us in on her favorite places to hike and gives advice for first-time island hikers.

Randy Herrel, CEO of the Santa Catalina Island Company, discusses the latest renovations, and why he believes the island continues to offer experiences found nowhere else.

Natalie Foote, Catalina Adventure Athlete, talks about her favorite ways to stay fit and why nature is the best gym.

Scott McCartney, Travel Editor of The Wall Street Journal, discusses how Southwest Airlines is beefing up its loyalty program.

Michele Bestudik, Catalina Island Historian, recounts the history of the island, including its glamorous Hollywood past.

Sean McAlpin, Bartender at the Avalon Grille, gives us his favorite seasonal cocktails, and one of them involves bacon!

Matthew Alleshouse, Executive Chef for the Santa Catalina Island Company, talks about the challenges and perks of sourcing food on an island, including a guided “cook-your-catch” fishing experience.

Reed Woodyard, Manager of the Catalina Zip Line Eco Tour, gives us the breakdown of this nearly mile-long, two-hour eco tour experience.

By Tim Hill for PeterGreenberg.com