Cayman Island Vacation Rentals
The Cayman Islands consist of a group of three islands, Grand Cayman, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac. The Cayman Islands are renowned as the banking capitol of the Western Hemisphere, but they specialize in much more than finances. Many visitors are discovering all these isles of the Caribe have to offer. Choosing where to stay when on vacation is just as important as deciding which island to vacation on. Whether you are couple on a honeymoon, or many others setting up for a family reunion, or just in need of a long overdue holiday, a vacation rental will be your best solution.
Cayman Island Beaches
The Cayman Islands are the home to some of the Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches in the world. One in particular located on Grand Cayman is a picture perfect haven. This beach is actually five and half miles long but is known as Seven Mile Beach. Smiths Cove beach, on the same island and located in George Town is very popular if you are looking to swim and snorkel with a romantic tropical setting. Little Cayman sets the stage of natural untouched settings with meandering waves hitting the shore. No matter the type of beach you are seeking, you can find one to your specification in the Cayman Islands.
Cayman Islands Activities
Diving opportunities in the Cayman Islands are abundant. Stingray City is often considered the best diving spot in the world, and offers a great opportunity for travelers looking for a bit of adventure. Eden Rock is especially nice to visit when the minnows are in. Glide through the grottos with ease by taking a diving tour.
If you are seeking to do a little more exploration but on land, a visit to the 18th century Pedro St. James Castle, Cayman's oldest stone structure will accommodate. Surrounded by acres of natural parks and woodlands, visitors can walk to grounds and enjoy some of the plants and wildlife that are native to the region. The Brac Parrot Reserve is home to the rare Cayman Brac parrot, while 16,000 sea turtles are situated on the 23-acre adventure marine park, Boatswain’s Beach.
Experience the historical side of Grand Cayman by visiting the Cayman Islands National History Museum, which houses an excellent assortment of videos and displays about the islands. Beside the beach and points of interest, you can bird watch, fish, golf, hike, horseback ride, and kayak, with a list that keeps going on.
Cayman Island Dining
Over one hundred and fifty restaurants on the Cayman Island, dining options range from 5 star cuisines to small family run eating places. Al fresco dining can be either casual beachside, in a formal or by preparing a good wholesome meal right in your vacation rental. Products can be purchased at reasonable prices in the markets and along the fishing docks for the fresh catch of the day.
Cayman Island Shopping
The Cayman Islands are a duty-free which means you can save on big ticketed items things such as watches, gold coins and fine jewelry and smaller items such as perfume. Caymanite is a semi-precious stone indigenous to only on two of the three Cayman Islands; Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac. This gemstone it is extremely hard stone to cut, actually needing diamond tipped cutting tools to create attractive pieces of jewelry and artistic pieces of interest. Caymanite jewelry and sculpted art pieces are never exported, so purchasing something made from Caymanite will complete your Cayman Island experience.
