Grand Cayman: The Perfect Family Getaway

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  • Cayman Islands

  • Family Travel

  • Group Travel

  • Beaches

  • Tropical Vacations

  • Kid-friendly

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Grand Cayman offers the perfect combination of luxury, adventure, and culinary experiences. As one of the closest Caribbean islands to the The U.S. and with nonstop flights from many key hubs, the white sand and crystal waters of Seven Mile Beach are easily accessible. You’ll fall in love with the “Cayman way" which ensures top-notch service but with a laid-back vibe.

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Things to do in Grand Cayman

Sunset at West Bay

  • Charter or join a boat tour to fully experience the incredible crystal waters and biodiversity within them.

  • Get in the water! Visit Stingray City to swim with stingrays, wade through the waters of Starfish Point, and then snorkel the reef to see an amazing variety of fish and even sea turtles.

  • Head to West Bay and marvel at the sunset while enjoying some local cuisine and cocktails at Macabuca.

  • Enjoy an unforgettable dinner at Tilly’s where top-notch service and incredible beach views compliment the exquisite cuisine.

  • Relax on Seven Mile Beach or take advantage of water activities such as jet skiing and tubing.

Places to eat & drink in Grand Cayman

  • Tilly's: An upscale restaurant right on Seven Mile Beach in the Palm Heights Hotel. A sophisticated, breezy vibe with incredible food and picturesque views.

  • Ms. Piper's Kitchen: Tucked away behind the Hampton Inn, is this gem of a restaurant. It offers a casual, boho vibe for casual dining with the most incredible cocktails.

  • Macabuca: Eat with the locals at this West Bay restaurant known for their Monday ‘all-you-can-eat’ BBQ and some of the best sunset views on the island.

  • Coccoloba Bar: Located at the Kimpton Seafire, this beachside Mexican restaurant offers the perfect lunch off the beach. The elote and market-fresh ceviche are not to be missed.

  • Calypso Grill: This West Bay restaurant serves up the freshest seafood, steaks, and for dessert, their famous sticky toffee pudding.

Need to know

  • Cayman hospitality will have you wanting to go back again and again.

  • Do note that while getting around Grand Cayman is very easy, taxis are costly and some only accept cash.

  • Restaurants can book up quickly, so make reservations in advance.

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