Jun 20, 2011
Have you ever dreamed of going on a exotic island getaway? If so, The Grand Cayman is the island for you. The Grand Cayman Islands are located in the British West Indies directly south of Tampa, Florida and east of Costa Maya. The Grand Cayman Islands are also south of Cuba.
The Grand Cayman Island is a common stop for cruises due to its beautiful environment, shopping, and tourist attractions.
George Town is the Capital of The Grand Cayman. In George Town there are many of the popular American and European shops as well as hand made crafts by the natives.
Located near George Town on the west coast is 7 Mile Beach. 7 Mile Beach is one of the most visited sites in the Cayman along with Rum Point. 7 Mile beach has some of the most beautiful, crisp, white sand in the world as well as a variety of coral reefs. Rum Point is located on the north side of the island and is known for it’s isolated, relaxing feel. Rum point has crystal clear water that allows you to see for miles. Common attractions for the island include snorkeling, scuba diving, jet ski rentals, swimming with sting rays, swimming with sea turtles, horseback ridding on the beach, shopping, fine dinning and much more.
When visiting this tropical paradise don’t fret when you see a car coming towards you traveling on the right side of the road, the Cayman Islands were originally a British colony and they use the British driving system of driving on the left side of the road, and the cars are made with the wheel located on the right side on the car. Since the Cayman was originally a British colony the people that live there speak English. This makes travel and communication much easier. The island does have technological advances like Digital Satellite Dish.
Attractions:
Snorkeling- the ocean surrounding the Grand Cayman has come of the most beautiful natural reefs the sea has to offer
Scuba Diving- the Cayman has a snorkeling sites known as the wall that extends for hundreds of feet. You will see the wonders of the sea at the Cayman walls.
Swimming with Sting Rays and Sea Turtles- there are many locations where you can get personal with sting rays and sea turtles but you are just as likely to run into them in the open ocean.
Horseback Riding on the beach- nothing can compare to the feeling of being atop a 2,000lb beast galloping along the sandy shore over looking the piercing blue water.
Shopping- George Town offers some of the best shops in the Cayman, you can even find your favorite designers.
Dining- There are a variety of places you can dine while staying in the Cayman. They range from 5 star dining to being able to walk in strait off the beach.
No matter what you are looking for in a vacation The Grand Cayman Islands is sure to have something to fulfill your vacation needs. Thanks to our friends at cableinternetbundles.com for some great information.
