The Cayman Islands are actually a vacation spot the place anybody who likes to delight in luxurious, goes to unwind. Sitting just a bit over 400 miles from Miami—or a fast, direct flight from a number of US cities—this British West Indies hotspot has every little thing you can need and want in your tropical getaway.
With its beautiful Seven-Mile Seaside (a literal seashore that spans 7-miles), sandbars in the course of the ocean the place pleasant stingrays swim about, and coves which might be the resting spot to dozens of brightly coloured starfish, the Cayman Islands are additionally dwelling to greater than 130 nationalities. Which means that there may be additionally an attractive merger of tradition and delicacies discovered across the small, however mighty islands.
EBONY just lately took a visit to Cayman to not solely delight in its golden solar, however to take a look at the third annual Out of This World Music Fest. Busta Rhymes, Sean Paul, Soca star Patrice Roberts, and dancehall artist Elephant Man tore down the stage of the 1-day solely occasion as locals and guests moved their hips and sang alongside to their favourite hits.
We have curated this insider’s information that can assist you expertise the island vacation spot like a professional. From the flyest inns to tasty delicacies (for any funds) and one of the best actions, here is how EBONY does the Cayman Islands.
The place to Keep
Should you’re touring with the household, The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Seaside & Spa is the right spot to put your head. The child-friendly resort options a number of swimming pools, a swim-up bar in your grownup drinks, and it sits within the heart of the vacation spot’s hottest seashore line—so that you’re by no means too removed from something. Should you’re into extra upscale vibes, take into account Palm Heights. This award-winning lodge additionally gives a centrally situated keep that additionally really feel secluded. Tucked behind lush greenery, whenever you stroll as much as the beachfront of the all-white lodging, you may be blown away by the decor and design. Whereas there, you’ll want to have a photoshoot round the principle restaurant, Tillie’s. Thank us later.
For one thing between the 2, the Kimpton Seafire Resort & Spa is the place for you. Additionally, with loads of swimming pools for the little ones and simply the correct quantity of luxe for the adults preferring to be pampered.
The place to Eat
Whether or not you want all-things jerk, contemporary seafood, and even you probably have sure dietary restrictions, Cayman’s delicacies gives one thing for each palette. A few of our favourite eating places on Grand Cayman embody: Tillie’s at Palm Heights. There, you possibly can take pleasure in contemporary bites like ceviche, poke, grilled seafood in addition to an awesome number of wines and craft cocktails. For one thing a little bit extra informal, Pepper’s Bar & Grill is the place the locals hold. With a menu that options dishes like roasted snapper full of okra and peppers, in addition to a number of jerk and BBQ choices. On Friday and Saturday evenings, you too can catch reside music. A singular eating expertise in Grand Cayman is the farm-to-table harvest dinner at Cayman Cabana. The eatery faucets native growers and farmers after which curates a multi-course dinner across the crops out there in the course of the season. Tempo your self, as a result of it is a number of meals.
Should you’re in want of an evening cap or only a enjoyable lounge vibe later in your evenings, try Subsequent Door in Camana Bay. This speakeasy-inspired bar is paying homage to a nightclub you’d see within the 20s. With velvet cubicles, gold trim, and marble accents—the in depth—and distinctive—cocktail menu could have you coming again a number of instances throughout your journey.
The place to Play
You are within the British West Indies, so after all lounging on the seashore is already a given. However, island vibes additionally name for a ship day, too. 5-Star Charters is a personal boat rental service that may have you ever feeling like Beyoncé and Jay-Z. Offering every little thing you want from towels, limitless rum punch and different drinks, in addition to cold and hot meals, Captain Ben and crew actually take the 5-star that means to new heights. The tour takes you to the favored Stingray Metropolis to stand up shut (safely) with the water creatures, in addition to a cease at Starfish Level to jet ski and chill out within the calm waters. Oh, and there is even a photographer on-board to seize the complete day for you.
Different common actions embody: rum tastings, nightlife round Camana Bay, in addition to nature excursions to identify the native blue iguana.
