Statement on Potential Effects of U.S Government Shutdown on Air Travel

Statement by Hon. Gary Rutty, Acting Premier and Minister of Tourism and Trade Development GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands (2 October, 2025) The Ministry of Tourism and Trade Development is closely monitoring the potential effects of the U.S. federal...

Tourism bubble

Bridgetown, Barbados: Barbados’ Minister of Tourism Ian Gooding-Edghill yesterday told attendees at the opening of the 2025 State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC), in Bridgetown, that the Caribbean’s record-breaking tourism rebound could...

Cayman’s Real Estate Market Gains Transparency with Launch of Residential Property Price Index

In a landmark move toward greater transparency and data-driven policymaking, the Cayman Islands Government officially launched its first Residential Property Price Index (RPPI) on Thursday, 25 September 2025, at the Grand Cayman Marriott Resort....

JetBlue Announces Returning Service from Fort Lauderdale to the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean, the Cayman Islands, Starting Winter 2025

Three-Times Weekly Service from Ft. Lauderdale (FLL) to Grand Cayman Begins 4 December 2025 The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism (CIDOT) is pleased to announce that JetBlue will resume year-round service from Ft. Lauderdale (FLL) to Owen...

Cayman Chamber Community Calendar –  22 September 2025 

Training 3 October – How to work with complicated people Time: 9:00am- 1:00pm Location: Chamber of Commerce, Governors Square, Seven Mile Beach Working with others isn’t always easy—especially when emotions, ego, or unclear boundaries get in the...

Cayman Museum News: September 2025

Best of Cayman 2025 We’re proud to share that the National Museum has been voted Best Heritage Site (Gold) in the Best of Cayman 2025 awards! A huge thank you to our community for the support—this recognition celebrates our ongoing mission to...

Cruise tourism push

A Jamaica continues to ramp up efforts to attract more land-based visitors, tourism officials are simultaneously sharpening focus on the cruise sector while also ensuring that the economic benefits extend far beyond the ports. At the recently...

Ritz-Carlton Cayman Cookout 2026 Tickets Launch October 1

The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman has announced that tickets for the 17th annual Ritz-Carlton Cayman Cookout will officially go on sale Wednesday, October 1. The culinary event will take place January 14–19, 2026, at the resort, which is also...

Cayman’s coral reefs are dying, DoE warns

(CNS): The Cayman Islands’ coral ecosystems have been in crisis for some time, and local reefs that once teemed with vibrant life are now dying, the Department of Environment has warned. Scientists are calling for a greater commitment to reef...

Detroit to Grand Cayman: Paradise is Now a Nonstop Flight Away

Running through the airport and dodging children while praying you don’t trip over your skirt is never a great way to start a vacation, but that’s exactly what happened when I rushed to catch a connecting flight in Atlanta in July. I was going...

Canadians Credit Porter Airlines For Air Canada's New Free Beverage And Snack Perk

Competition brings out the best in everyone. Canadians seem to think this is exactly what is taking place between the country's airline giants, Air Canada and Porter Airlines. There might be some truth to the claims. While Air Canada backtracked...

Government Launches Cayman Islands Residential Property Price Index (RPPI)

The Lands and Survey Department (LSD), under the Ministry of Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing & Infrastructure (PLAHI), has launched the new Residential Property Price Index (RPPI) for the Cayman Islands. The launch took place on Thursday,...

15 boats sail off as 9th Mayberry marlin tourney gets underway

PORTLAND, Jamaica —The ninth staging of the Mayberry Superstars of Port Antonio International Marlin Tournament officially began Thursday morning, as 15 of the 22 registered boats sailed off from the Errol Flynn Marina. The boats were led out by...

Cayman Carnival Batabano hosts a free workshop “The Business of Carnival”

The Cayman Carnival Batabano Committee, in collaboration with the Cayman Islands Centre for Business Development (CICBD), is proud to present The Business of Carnival, a free two-day workshop designed to elevate the tourism, cultural and financial...

12 months of offseason travel: where to go in each month of the year

Whether it's winter in Malta or rainy season in Costa Rica, off-peak travel offers plenty of perks. For more recommendations, check out Lonely Planet's Guide to Offseason Travel. In the realm of travel, don’t be fooled by the word ‘peak.’ Peak...

Cayman Restaurant Month Returns with Record Number of Participating Eateries

Restaurant Month (RM) returns for its 12th year in October with a record number of restaurants participating in the culinary celebration. From 1 to 31 October, diners can enjoy three-course lunches priced between $20 and $30 and dinners between...

Caribbean Hotel Leaders Call for Bold Action on Sustainable Tourism

The Caribbean’s future as the world’s most tourism-dependent region is inseparable from the health of its environment. Rising seas, stronger storms, and high energy costs are not abstract challenges—they are daily realities for destinations whose...

Sun, sea and trash: The Caribbean islands struggling with managing waste -In the Cayman Islands, its landfill continues to grow

By Gemma Handy From BBC (Credit: Getty Images) Tourism is vital for economies across the Caribbean, but record-breaking numbers of visitors, coupled with insufficient local waste facilities, are leaving many islands choking on rubbish. The smell...

Cayman Chamber’s recent Sandler Lunch & Learn

George Town, Grand Cayman – 23 September 2025 – The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce hosted a dynamic Lunch & Learn session on Friday, 19 September, featuring Gregory Fletcher, Owner & Principal of Clear Consulting Group Ltd—the exclusive...

Cayman Islands Tourism Association Honors Excellence at 2025 Stingray Tourism Awards

The Cayman Islands Tourism Association (CITA) proudly announced the winners of the 2025 Stingray Tourism Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions to the nation’s tourism industry, including the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. The...