The History of Pirates Week on the Grand Cayman Island
Each November, Grand Cayman Island transforms itself into a 17th century pirate encampment as it celebrates the island's heritage of pirate legends and lore. The festivities at the 11-day Pirates Week event include mock "invasions," parades, costume contests, food and drink specials at local restaurants and treasure hunts. About Pirates Week ...
- by: Dan
February 8th, 2016
What You Need to Know About the Wreck of the Ten Sail
Grand Cayman Island boasts a colorful history, but perhaps the most infamous event occurred in the wee hours of the morning on February 8th, 1794. The Wreck of the Ten Sail refers to a convoy of ten ships that were lost when they crashed upon the rocky reef on the east end of the island. The convoy consisted of six merchant ships sailing from Ja...
- by: Dan
- February 1st, 2016
Planning The Ultimate Cayman Islands Destination Wedding
Getting married along the turquoise water and soft white sand of a Caribbean beach is the stuff about which fantasies are made. However, a destination wedding offers a number of advantages. It helps to keep your wedding small and personal. Your close friends and family get to share your beautiful wedding with you in a place they may not have visite...
- by: Dan
- January 25th, 2016
The Five Best Restaurants to Try in Grand Cayman Island
Sure, you go to Grand Cayman Island for lots of great reasons, to lounge on the warm and lovely white sand beaches, swim, snorkel, fish, and boat in the crystal clear blue waters, relax in the luxurious resorts and hotels, and enjoy the native flora, fauna, and culture. Not to mention the vibrant night life. But if you’re like most people, vis...
- by: Dan
- January 18th, 2016
The comeback of the Blue Iguanas
Who They Are Too unique and intelligent to qualify as mere things, the Grand Cayman Island's Blue Iguanas are fascinating. Even for the Caribbean -- where bright colored flowers, fish, reptiles and birds are almost common-place, -- the Blue Iguana is a distinct species. With metallic blue skin and thorny dorsal spines, the five-foot lizard has a f...
- by: Dan
- January 12th, 2016
Summer Splash
Stay 7 nights and pay for only 6 nights! May 1st, 2014 to November 30th, 2014
- by: Dan
- July 8th, 2015
Explore The Beaches On The Cayman Islands
A beach is not just a beach in the Cayman Islands. Each one of the Cayman beaches has a unique experience to offer you. All you have to do is decide which experience you want to have most. Following are a few of the most popular beaches on each of the Cayman Islands. Grand Cayman Beaches Rum Point has a nice, inviting sandy beach. It is a gre...
- by: Dan
- July 8th, 2015
The History Of Cayman Islands
The history of the Cayman Islands begins on the 10th of May 1503 when Christopher Columbus discovered the islands albeit via chance. The voyage on which the existence of these islands first came to light was part of his fourth trip to the area that was now known as the “New World” although we do know that he was initially aiming for Hispaniola,...
- by: Dan
- July 8th, 2015
Cayman Island Activities Just for Kids!
If you’re planning out a trip to the cayman islands for your next big caribbean holiday, you might be pleasantly surprised to hear that the islands have a huge variety of exciting and engaging activities designed just for kids! Submarine rides such as those offered by Atlantis Submarine and glass bottom boat tours offered by the Cayman Glass B...
- by: Dan
- July 8th, 2015
