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Discover the Cayman Islands
Nestled in the warm turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea , the British Overseas Territory of the Cayman Islands is made up of three idyllic islands , all offering luxurious island escapes . Average year-round temperatures of 28 ° C make it the perfect place to escape the British winter for relaxing winter sunshine breaks . The destination is served by up to four direct British Airways flights a week from Heathrow to Grand Cayman .
Unique Experiences
The three islands Grand Cayman , Cayman Brac and Little Cayman all offer visitors unique experiences beyond the pristine beaches . There ’ s plenty to discover from the incredible stingrays , magical bioluminescence and colourful marine life to the rare indigenous Blue Iguanas at the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park or learning about the islands ’ rich seafaring heritage at the capital ’ s George Town Museum .
As ‘ the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean ’ you will be spoilt for choice with more than 200 restaurants all offering the freshest seasonal dishes with locallysourced ingredients . Enjoy fish fry on the beach , dine in one of the acclaimed farm-to-table restaurants or for a fine dining experience treat yourselves to chefinspired menus at one of the luxury hotel restaurants .
This spring Visit Cayman Islands and British Canoeing are partnering to bring you a new and exciting paddle challenge .
Open to all abilities , we ’ re inviting paddlers to take on a 7 , 22 or 50 mile distance to be completed from 1st March to 5th June , giving plenty of time to accumulate your chosen mileage . All entrants to the virtual Challenge will receive an official finisher medal and an event rash guard designed by internationally-renowned local Caymanian artist Dready . By entering , you will also be in with a chance of winning fantastic prizes , including a holiday to visit the Cayman Islands . Get started today and enter here …
Padding in the Cayman Islands
Bioluminescence Bay Crystal clear turquoise waters and stunning vistas make the Cayman Islands an ideal setting for paddling . The breathtaking Bioluminescent Bay is located on the North Side of Grand Cayman . At night the ocean lights up like a starry sky with thousands of bioluminescent plankton , known as dinoflagellates . Explore by kayak for an unforgettable experience .
Paddleboard Yoga Beginners or experienced yogis can connect to their breath and catch their balance while being gently lulled by the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea . Revitalise your mind while challenging your core and balance . There is no better way to enjoy sunrise or sundown or simply relax and lose yourself to the sound of the lapping waters beneath .
Kayak through the mangroves Paddle your way through stunning natural landscapes and unforgettable waters as you discover the hidden wonders of Grand Cayman ’ s mangroves
Explore untouched Owen Island This small piece of land just off Little Cayman can only be reached by paddlers - an ideal place to picnic or snorkel to enjoy the peace and tranquility of this spectacular sister island just a short flight from Grand Cayman .
From luxurious escapes and world class paddling to adventure trips , the Cayman Islands provides unique bucket list experiences to excite visitors and keep you coming back for more .