Grand Cayman is the largest of the three islands known as the Cayman Islands and is a tourist hot spot with a variety of beach combing activities, diving opportunities, and wild life/marine life exhibits.
George Town is the capital of Grand Cayman and a variety of fast food restaurants, nightclubs, and resorts lie in the western side along with the Owen Roberts International Airport while local cuisine is found in the east. The island itself is known as an "ironshore" which is limestone infringed with marine fossils. The highest point above sea level is 24 meters. No fresh water is located on-shore in the form of lakes or rivers, so most of the water has to be shipped or they have to de-salt the ocean water by way of catchments. Whether planning a romantic getaway to Grand Cayman via the Owen Roberts International Airport or discovering the many wildlife exhibits in the area, you can enjoy a cultural, educational, and invigorating stay in the Cayman Islands.
History of Grand Cayman
On September 11-12, Hurricane Ivan wreaked havok on the Cayman Islands with catagory 5 winds. Passing within 30 miles of the island, winds and gusts reached up to 200 miles per hour. No deaths occurred directly by the hurricane itself though 80% of buildings in the area were damaged. The island has greatly improved since the devestation.
Grand Cayman Tourism
With 50% of Grand Cayman's economy based in tourism, Carribean travelers can enjoy the wide variety of tour and exploration options available. The Cayman Island's great location allows for uncomparable diving and snorkeling experiences with many reefs located only a few feet offshore. In West Bay, vacationers can visit the only working turtle farm where you can see different species of turtles as well as blue iguanas and caiman. Stingray City is located off of the northern end of Grand Cayman and provides travelers with several shallow bars full of stingrays to feed and pet. Bodden Town is also the birthplace of democracy for the Cayman Islands and a visit here is definitely a must for history buffs with the house of Pedro St. James. Inland, visiters find forests full of parrots, caiman, iguanas, and more. For a natural beauty that cannot be compared, Grand Cayman is perfect for your plans near Cozumel.
