Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine July 2019 | Page 18

Share with us some of the niche
activities and events the Cayman Islands
offer to its visitors.
the charge to cull lionfish that ferociously
damage our reef’s ecosystems, the sector
as a whole works together for a sustainable
future. We are also proud to share that the
ACTIVITIES
Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park—a popular
 Dive 365 – the Cayman Islands offer a
nature attraction and home to the Blue
unique dive site for each and every day of Iguana Recovery Programme—recently
the year
celebrated the release of its 1,000th iguana.
 Exploring the Cayman Motor Museum
The species is endemic to the Grand Cayman
 Bioluminescence kayaking
and was at the brink of extinction, so this
accomplishment is a tremendous milestone
 National Gallery
for the Cayman Islands.
 Stingray City
 Starfish Point
 Hell
 Rock Climbing
 Camana Bay
 Cayman Crystal Caves
EVENTS
 Cayman Marathon
 Pirates Week
 Batabano
 Cayman Cookout
 Taste of Cayman
 Flowers Sea Swim
 KAABOO Cayman
How has your country’s tourism focus
evolved over the years? To what extent
have those changes been influenced by
the sustainable tourism model, if at all?
The Cayman Islands has been addressing
several environmental issues that touch
on tourism to preserve the diverse options
available today for future generations
of residents and visitors alike. From
strengthening enforcement at Wildlife
Interaction Zones such as Stingray City and
Starfish Point, to our stakeholders leading
Special events and festivals you’ll like to
highlight?
 Cayman Cookout
 KAABOO Cayman
 Pirates Week
 Flowers Sea Swim
Are you targeting any new markets in
2019? We will be putting more emphasis into
targeting French-speaking Canada, Calgary,
Vancouver as well as the Western United
States.
What message do you have for people
considering the Cayman Islands as their
next vacation destination? The Cayman
Islands is a fantastic choice for those that want
to try something different for a sun, sea and
sand vacation. Come see the authenticity of
the islands and go out and explore and meet
the locals. We offer everything you’re looking
for from local produce and cuisine to romantic
and wellness activities tailored to your desire.
Our islands cater to discerning travellers
with a wide variety of accommodation
options ranging from three to five-star hotels,
condos, and villas, all of which are perfect for
multigenerational trips.
We look forward to welcoming you.