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The correct name is "the Cayman Islands"; it is never "the Caymans".
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The Cayman Islands are an island group in the Caribbean Sea, south of Cuba. They are a self-governing British Overseas Territory. The stunning coral reefs and outstandingly clear waters have made this island group a popular destination for divers. Great beaches and fine restaurants and resorts make it an excellent tourist destination as well.
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The correct name is "the Cayman Islands"; it is never "the Caymans".
Drinking water supplies are provided by desalination plants and rainwater catchments.
Caymanians are very respectful. Greetings and pleasantries are common and expected, even to shopkeepers when entering their stores.
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The largest island and home to most of the population and tourist facilities. The other two islands are called the Sister Islands by locals and are also tourist destinations.
The smallest of the three islands.
Cayman Brac is a 14-square-mile (36.26 km²) island in the Cayman Islands. The island rises from the west side to tall bluffs ("brac" is Gaelic for "bluff") at the eastern tip of the island.
Public transport and paid services in Cayman Islands.
By moped or scooter
Mopeds and scooter rentals are available on Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac. Helmet use is required. Usual daily rate is US$25 for helmet and permit.
By plane
Domestic flights arrive and depart from the airports mentioned under "get in" as well as the following
Apps for booking a taxi or a ride in Cayman Islands.
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Operators checked against their official websites in October 2026; services that have stopped running are not listed. Logos and Wikipedia links: Wikidata (CC0)
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George Town · International · GCM
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Calculated from climate averages: mild daytime highs and lower rainfall. It does not account for festivals, crowds or prices.
Average conditions in George Town
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. high | 26° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 28° | 27° |
| Avg. low | 25° | 25° | 25° | 26° | 27° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 26° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 26 | 15 | 13 | 14 | 66 | 94 | 62 | 81 | 105 | 154 | 88 | 39 |
| Humidity | 77% | 77% | 76% | 77% | 79% | 81% | 79% | 78% | 78% | 79% | 77% | 78% |
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Budget
$125
Per person, per day
Mid-range
$340
Per person, per day
Luxury
$875
Per person, per day
| Budget | Mid-range | Luxury | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | $60 | $185 | $500 |
| Food and drink | $35 | $85 | $195 |
| Local transport | $15 | $35 | $80 |
| Activities | $15 | $35 | $100 |
Estimate from World Bank price levels (2021). Actual costs vary by city and season. World Bank
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We do not label countries as safe or unsafe. Below is the official advice from two governments, with the date it was last updated. Always read the full advice before you travel.
US Department of State
Level 1 of 4Exercise normal precautions
Exercise normal precaution in the Cayman Islands. The Cayman Islands is generally a safe destination for travelers. Accessibility of medical services for routine and emergency procedures may be limited. Review the Health Section of the Travel Guidance on this page for more information. Review our Travel Guidance for the Cayman Islands to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
No advice against travel. Read the full advice before you go.
The Cayman Islands is a British Overseas Territory, so there is no British Embassy, and the Cayman Islands authorities will support you if you need help. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice FCDO provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice. Get travel advice updates Sign up to get email notifications when this travel advice is updated. Follow FCDO: travel advice on X travel advice on Facebook Travel Aware on Instagram
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