🇰🇾 Cayman Islands

Discover the Cayman Islands

The Cayman Islands is a British Overseas Territory consisting of three islands—Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman—known for world-class diving, pristine beaches, luxury resorts, and upscale dining. Famous for Seven Mile Beach, Stingray City, and some of the Caribbean's clearest waters, the Caymans deliver a perfect blend of natural beauty and sophisticated amenities.

Grand Cayman is the cosmopolitan hub with shopping, restaurants, and resorts, while Cayman Brac and Little Cayman offer remote diving adventures and eco-tourism. With no direct taxation, excellent infrastructure, and a reputation for safety and cleanliness, the Cayman Islands attract discerning travelers seeking a premium Caribbean experience.

Award-Winning Excellence

Notable Award-Winning Properties & Services

• Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman - Caribbean's Leading New Hotel 2025
• The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman - Cayman Islands' Leading Resort 2025
• Palm Heights - Cayman Islands' Leading Hotel 2025
• Little Cayman Beach Resort - Cayman Islands' Leading Boutique Resort 2025
• Cayman Islands Tour Company - Cayman Islands' Leading Tour Operator 2025
• Cayman Destination Management Services - Cayman Islands' Leading Destination Management Company 2025

Top Attractions & Things to Do

• Seven Mile Beach - World-famous stretch of powdery white sand with crystal-clear water, water sports, and beachfront resorts
• Stingray City - Iconic shallow sandbar where you can swim, feed, and interact with friendly southern stingrays
• Diving & Snorkeling - Over 365 dive sites including walls, wrecks, and reefs with 100+ foot visibility
• Kittiwake Shipwreck & Artificial Reef - Sunken 251-foot Navy submarine rescue vessel, now a thriving dive site
• Bloody Bay Wall (Little Cayman) - Jacques Cousteau called it one of the world's best dive sites with dramatic 6,000-foot wall
• George Town - Capital city with duty-free shopping, waterfront dining, and cruise port
• Cayman Turtle Centre - Conservation facility where you can learn about and interact with sea turtles
• Bioluminescent Bay Tour - Night kayaking through glowing waters at Starfish Point and beyond
• Rum Point - Tranquil north shore beach perfect for swimming, hammocks, and famous mudslides
• Hell - Quirky rock formation town where you can mail postcards from Hell's post office
• Mastic Trail - Historic 200-year-old footpath through old-growth forest with native wildlife
• Camana Bay - Modern waterfront town with shopping, dining, observation tower, and entertainment

The Three Islands

Diving Paradise

The Cayman Islands is one of the Caribbean's premier diving destinations with crystal-clear waters, dramatic walls, abundant marine life, and over 365 named dive sites. Visibility regularly exceeds 100 feet, and water temperatures stay comfortable year-round at 78-84°F.

Dive highlights include the North Wall, West Bay's wrecks and reefs, Little Cayman's Bloody Bay Marine Park, and Cayman Brac's dramatic bluff diving. See healthy coral formations, Nassau groupers, eagle rays, sea turtles, and reef sharks. All three islands offer world-class shore and boat diving.

Cayman Culture & Cuisine

Cayman culture blends British heritage with Caribbean warmth, creating a unique "Caymankind" hospitality. English is the official language, and the islands maintain high standards for safety, cleanliness, and service.

The culinary scene is exceptional, from local fish fry spots to celebrity-chef restaurants. Must-try dishes include conch fritters, turtle stew (farm-raised), fish rundown, cassava cake, and rum cake. Don't miss the famous mudslide cocktail at Rum Point or fresh lionfish (invasive species served as sustainable seafood).

Travel Tips

• Entry Requirements: US citizens need valid passport. No visa required for stays under 30 days
• Getting There: Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM) on Grand Cayman with direct flights from major US cities
• Inter-Island Travel: Cayman Airways Express connects Grand Cayman, Little Cayman, and Cayman Brac
• Currency: Cayman Islands Dollar (KYD) pegged at 1.20 USD to 1 KYD. US dollars widely accepted
• Getting Around: Rental cars (drive on left), taxis, public buses on Grand Cayman. Limited transportation on sister islands
• Best Time to Visit: December to April for perfect weather. Summer offers lower rates but higher humidity
• Costs: Premium destination with higher prices. Budget $200-500+ per night for hotels, $50-150+ for dining
• What to Pack: Reef-safe sunscreen, snorkel gear, light clothing, water shoes, dive certification if diving
• Tipping: 15-20% standard. Some restaurants add automatic gratuity
• Safety: Very safe with low crime. Standard precautions. Strong sun requires protection