Cayman Islands Travel Facts
The Basics
Country: Cayman Islands
Where is it?: Caribbean, island group in Caribbean Sea, nearly one-half of the way from Cuba to Honduras
Why do people go here?: There’s a little more money to be had – and spent – on this island paradise. Soak in the sun and swim underwater, topping it all off with a relaxing drink by the shore.
What are the main entry points?: Flights from the south-eastern US and cruise ships bring in the most tourist.
Currency used: Caymanian dollar (KYD)
Country Code: 1-345
Religion: United Church (Presbyterian and Congregational), Anglican, Baptist, Church of God, other Protestant, Roman Catholic
Population: 51,000
Ethnic Breakdown: 40% Mulatto, 20% European 20% West African, 20% other
Government: British Overseas Territory
Languages: English
Travel Information
Major Cities: George Town
Attractions: Money, Colors, Diving
Tourism Office locations and links: Cayman Islands-Department of Tourism Gov. Tower Bldg George Town, Cayman Islands +1-809-949-0623;;;//cayman.com.ky //www.caymans.com/
Health Issues: No vaccination requirements for any international traveller.
Tips for Visiting
When to go: Snowbirds take over during the spring, and hurricane fears rule during the summer. Fall is still off-season.
Specific Events/Holidays: Constitution Day, first Monday in July
Getting Around: If you’ve got the money to go there, you’ve got the money to hire a car.
Cheapest airport to fly into: There are two main airports for travelers taking flights to Cayman Islands namely, Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac. To get cheaper flights, it would be wise to use the airport that is nearer to your trip destination.
Need more information?: Check out the Cayman Islands travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
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