Grand Cayman: Paradise Found

With the multitude of tourist destinations teaming with various extracurricular activities, historic sites, restaurants, shops, culture, nightlife and accommodations, it is no wonder that the Cayman islands are close to the top in vacation getaways. The diverse abundance of things to see and do combined with the glamor, beauty, heritage and close proximity to the U.S, affords the Cayman Islands the luxury of being a popular tourist destination hands down. Located just 480 miles south of Miami, or roughly a 70 minute plane ride from Miami, in the Western Caribbean, the Cayman islands are practically in your back yard.British overseas territory smack dab in the middle of the .

The Cayman Islands consist of three islands: Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac(bluff) and Little Cayman. The Caymans are run by the British Overseas Territory, introduced in August 22, 1972. This three officials and five elected members cabinet makes up the governing body. Grand Cayman is the largest of the three islands with Cayman Brac second at 14 square miles with Little Cayman, being the smallest at just 10 miles long and one mile wide.

Whether you are an avid diver, beachcomber, shop-a-holic, history buff or professional sightseer, you definitely will not be disappointed in your decision to visit the Caymans. Yes, whenever you hear of the Cayman Islands, you associate scuba diving, snorkeling and the Cayman Islands as one in the same. However, their is more than meets the eye on these beautiful island escapes. Caves, sinkholes and blow holes are plentiful especially on the island of Cayman Brac. Birdwatching is also a big ordeal on each of the the Cayman Islands. History and culture are a rich and proud representation on the islands as well.