Beautiful coral reefs, crystal clear water, and fabulous
beaches are just some of the reasons so many people travel to
this group of islands in the Caribbean. There are three islands
in total. Grand Cayman is the largest island and where most
tourists travel. The other islands (Little Cayman and Cayman
Brac) are referred to as the Sister Islands by the locals. They
are also frequented by tourists looking for a slice of paradise
in the Caribbean. Wherever of the Cayman Islands you decide to
stay on, there is going to be plenty for you to enjoy.
Most people travel to the Cayman Islands for pleasure during the
months of November to April because during the winter it is
generally cool. The overall climate is considered Marine
Tropical. The other months of the year are the rainy season.
With this in mind, you should be able to pick the best time for
you to travel here. You actually have a pretty large window for
good weather in the area. You should note that during the rainy
season, you may have to deal with hurricanes. As long as you
plan your travel accordingly, you shouldn't run into any
problems.
Things to Note about the Cayman Islands
Respect is important for the people who live year-round on the
Cayman Islands. Because of this, you should be careful not to
try to push the locals if you decide to visit their country. For
the most part, you will find the people happy to have you around
and spending money.
Crime is no more of a danger in the Cayman Islands as it is
anywhere else on the planet, but you should still exercise
caution when traveling here. As always, try to travel in a group
and avoid being out too late after dark. Having a cellphone that
can contact the authorities if needed is another good idea.
Over half of the country's income relies on the tourism
industry. Because of this, the locals are generally pretty open
and accepting to travelers from all over the world. If you are
gay or lesbian, however, you may not want to be public about it
when in the Caribbean.
While alcohol is available on the Cayman Islands, you should
be prepared to pay double (or more) than you would at an average
American bar or restaurant. With so much natural beauty around,
it is possible to enjoy your trip without too much alcohol.
Finding a place to lay your head in the Cayman Islands is not
going to be a problem. There is a wide range of options
available, depending on how much money you want to spend. There
are quite a few nice and reasonably priced hotels throughout the
three islands. There are also a few really swank places for you
to stay if you have the extra money to spend. And speaking of
spending, US currency is accepted virtually everywhere in the
Cayman Islands, so there is no need to exchange for local
currency once you arrive.
The Cayman Islands may not be for everyone - especially if you
like the nightlife and drink a lot - but it still offers a great
way to experience the Caribbean up-close and personal. If you
want to escape to the Caribbean and are looking for somewhere
other than the Bahamas, think about the Cayman Islands. It might
not have been your first choice, but once you see what the small
islands have to offer, you may decide that it's one of your most
favorite places on the planet.
About Cayman Islands