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Where are the Cayman Islands located?

The Cayman Islands, a British Overseas Territory, located just 450 miles south of Miami, FL, encompasses 3 islands in the Western Caribbean Sea. Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman are known for underwater reefs, crystal-clear waters, pristine beaches and safety.

Why are the Cayman Islands so expensive?

Finally, the Cayman Islands are generally known for being an expensive place to visit, which is perhaps in part spillover from its ties to the financial sector and in part reputation earned from the spots along Seven Mile Beach.

What's unique about the Cayman Islands?

What's unique about the Cayman Islands' only distillery is the where they age their rum: on the ocean floor. In fact, it was the first distillery to do so. These days, in addition to producing its famous Seven Fathoms rum, the distillery also produces flavored rums, vodka and liqueurs.

What to do in the Cayman Islands?

Other fun attractions include an aviary full of tropical birds, and Breaker's Lagoon, the largest pool in the Caymans, complete with waterfalls and an underwater viewing window that peers into the predator tank. You can even stroll along a replica of a typical Cayman street lined with gingerbread houses.

Are Cayman Islands safe?

As most visitors to the Cayman Islands are Americans, there are “convenient” arrows painted on many roads. Driving around Cayman is generally safe and laid back (there are a ton of roundabouts), but every once in awhile, you’ll see someone on the wrong side. The far more frequent hazard is crabs and chickens in the road, though.

What to do in Grand Cayman on a cruise?

It’s busiest when cruise ships are in port at Grand Cayman (it’s a popular port adventure), so check out the George Town Port Schedule and go at a time ships are not here. Cayman Turtle Centre: Island Wildlife Encounter – Known as the Cayman Turtle Farm, this is another one that’s popular as a cruise excursion.