The Cayman Islands are a British Overseas Territory located in the western Caribbean Sea. The territory comprises the 3 islands of Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman, located south of Cuba and northwest of Jamaica. All of the islands are popular holiday destinations and when here its easy to see why its exotic beauty has attracted so many. Here is a guide to making the most out of your stay:
Places to Eat -The Caymanians are particularly proud of their cuisine, every second or third building is a restaurant or eatery and the food is incredible. You cannot leave the Carribean without sampling their world-famous seafood. Try the Cracked Conch for great views of the ocean.
Shopping-Georgetown is the capital of Grand Cayman and the best shopping location it's mostly made up of local art and craft stores. The Cayman Craft Market is open almost daily and affords visitors the opportunity to pick up unique souvenir from their trip to the island.
Holiday makers love the Tortuga Rum Company which is a family-owned business selling the very finest Caribbean rum cakes and gourmet products. Here you can buy Caribbean sauces, flavored coffees, chocolate treats, gifts and collectibles, authentic and original Tortuga Rum Cakes. - and of course, Tortuga Rum. Also try the other shops as every here is duty free!
Places to See- The Pedro St. James Castle, the oldest structure in Cayman is a must see as well as the Turtle Farm. The idea behind the farm is an ecological effort to prevent the over-fishing of turtles in the wild and repopulate the oceans diminishing Green Sea Turtle. In the last number of years the farm has successfully released over 40,000 turtles into the wild.
On the Western side of the island is a very unique spot which is actually called Hell! The landscape looks a little alarming because of millions of years of erosion have left the landscape with a barren and blackened look. However it's a great tourist spot where you should remember to bring your camera!
Grand Cayman is also known for it's famous and paradise like beaches. There are plenty to choose from but make sure you visit the best, the seven mile beach, at least once. You won't regret it!
If you want to see a lot of marine wildlife or just take advantage of the amazing blue waters then Grand Cayman offers a variety of activities including diving, snorkelling, boating or water skiing. Try Rum Head (a former smugglers cove) for great bars, places to eat and lots of places to start your adventures.
Places to Eat -The Caymanians are particularly proud of their cuisine, every second or third building is a restaurant or eatery and the food is incredible. You cannot leave the Carribean without sampling their world-famous seafood. Try the Cracked Conch for great views of the ocean.
Shopping-Georgetown is the capital of Grand Cayman and the best shopping location it's mostly made up of local art and craft stores. The Cayman Craft Market is open almost daily and affords visitors the opportunity to pick up unique souvenir from their trip to the island.
Holiday makers love the Tortuga Rum Company which is a family-owned business selling the very finest Caribbean rum cakes and gourmet products. Here you can buy Caribbean sauces, flavored coffees, chocolate treats, gifts and collectibles, authentic and original Tortuga Rum Cakes. - and of course, Tortuga Rum. Also try the other shops as every here is duty free!
Places to See- The Pedro St. James Castle, the oldest structure in Cayman is a must see as well as the Turtle Farm. The idea behind the farm is an ecological effort to prevent the over-fishing of turtles in the wild and repopulate the oceans diminishing Green Sea Turtle. In the last number of years the farm has successfully released over 40,000 turtles into the wild.
On the Western side of the island is a very unique spot which is actually called Hell! The landscape looks a little alarming because of millions of years of erosion have left the landscape with a barren and blackened look. However it's a great tourist spot where you should remember to bring your camera!
Grand Cayman is also known for it's famous and paradise like beaches. There are plenty to choose from but make sure you visit the best, the seven mile beach, at least once. You won't regret it!
If you want to see a lot of marine wildlife or just take advantage of the amazing blue waters then Grand Cayman offers a variety of activities including diving, snorkelling, boating or water skiing. Try Rum Head (a former smugglers cove) for great bars, places to eat and lots of places to start your adventures.
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