https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/cayman islands/ Cayman Islands News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:07:50+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-tourism-an-untapped-economic-engine-for-the-cayman-islands-says-econ/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-tourism-an-untapped-economic-engine-for-the-cayman-islands-says-econ/ Respected Caribbean economist Jeremy Stephen has issued a wake-up call to policymakers in the Cayman Islands, urging them to recognize the full economic potential of cruise tourism. Often dismissed as a low-spend sector, cruise tourism – when properly harnessed – can be a critical revenue generator, particularly in high-value destinations like the Cayman Islands. Sun, 16 Mar 2025 08:48:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-shares-exciting-developments-and-events-for-2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-shares-exciting-developments-and-events-for-2025/ The Cayman Islands are set to make 2025 an unforgettable year with the launch of new luxury hotels and a diverse lineup of key events. From the debut of high-end properties, including the highly anticipated Grand Hyatt, to the return of beloved annual celebrations like the Cayman Cookout in January and Cayman Art Week in May, the islands continue to expand their appeal for both luxury seekers and culture enthusiasts. Whether indulging in the islands’ growing culinary scene or celebrating the vibrant arts and culture, 2025 promises to be an exciting year in the Cayman Islands. Mon, 04 Nov 2024 07:26:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-whats-new-and-happening-in-2024/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-whats-new-and-happening-in-2024/ News from the islands of Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman Tue, 14 Nov 2023 07:00:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/sotic-2023-rosa-harris-director-of-tourism-the-cayman-islands/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/sotic-2023-rosa-harris-director-of-tourism-the-cayman-islands/ Tue, 17 Oct 2023 15:01:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/culinary-cuisine-in-the-cayman-islands/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/culinary-cuisine-in-the-cayman-islands/ We travel with our tastebuds and one of the most exciting parts of a holiday is the diverse culture and culinary options available. Experiencing traditions, mingling with locals and soaking up the atmosphere is a vital part of making the most of time in the Caribbean. Tue, 22 Aug 2023 06:59:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-class-construction-and-financing-partners-for-the-grand-hyatt-grand-c/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-class-construction-and-financing-partners-for-the-grand-hyatt-grand-c/ The partnership will result in a luxurious landmark expected to open in mid-2025 with 190 hotel guestrooms, 88 condo-hotel guestrooms, and 76 condo-hotel suites expected to open in mid-2025. Fri, 07 Jul 2023 04:07:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ctfm-2023-hon.-kenneth-bryan-minister-for-tourism-and-transport-cayman-isla/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ctfm-2023-hon.-kenneth-bryan-minister-for-tourism-and-transport-cayman-isla/ Sun, 14 May 2023 07:45:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ctfm-2023-gary-hendricks-dominguez-dep.-director-int.-marketing-promotion-c/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ctfm-2023-gary-hendricks-dominguez-dep.-director-int.-marketing-promotion-c/ Sun, 14 May 2023 07:44:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/gtrc-2023-hon-kenneth-bryan-minister-and-transport-cayman-islands/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/gtrc-2023-hon-kenneth-bryan-minister-and-transport-cayman-islands/ Tue, 21 Feb 2023 09:29:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-stuns-with-new-creative-marketing-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-stuns-with-new-creative-marketing-campaign/ The Cayman Islands will soon roll out a new tourism marketing campaign to attract visitors to the island. The visually-stunning campaign goes beyond the traditional images used in tourism marketing and marries the natural beauty of the islands with a creative concept. Thu, 06 Oct 2022 08:27:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/multi-destination-tourism-key-to-caribbeans-recovery-ministers-say/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/multi-destination-tourism-key-to-caribbeans-recovery-ministers-say/ “When we are united, we, as the Caribbean, are unstoppable.” Those were the sentiments of Kenneth Bryan, the Cayman Islands’ Minister of Tourism and newly-elected chairman of the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) as he played host to both the CTO’s Business Meetings and Caribbean Youth Tourism Conference and IATA’s fourth annual Caribbean Aviation Day in George Town in Grand Cayman from Sept. 9-15. Mon, 26 Sep 2022 06:08:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-sees-surge-in-long-term-bookings-as-region-reopens/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-sees-surge-in-long-term-bookings-as-region-reopens/ The Caribbean has seen its “largest ever” number of future bookings as visitor numbers surpass 2019 levels. Fri, 23 Sep 2022 11:17:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taxes-and-travel-a-combination-affecting-caribbean-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taxes-and-travel-a-combination-affecting-caribbean-tourism/ Antigua and Barbuda’s Minister of Tourism, Henry Charles Fernandez, has a simple message for the Caribbean government. He wants regional leaders to be as committed to regional interconnectivity as they are willing to pay international airlines to fly to their countries, often times “half empty.” Mon, 19 Sep 2022 07:08:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organization-names-kenneth-bryan-chairman/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organization-names-kenneth-bryan-chairman/ Kenneth Bryan, the Cayman Islands’ minister of tourism, was elected chairman of the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Tuesday at the group’s annual general meeting in Grand Cayman. Thu, 15 Sep 2022 06:43:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-cayman-islands-reaches-major-tourism-recovery-milestone/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-cayman-islands-reaches-major-tourism-recovery-milestone/ The Cayman Islands has achieved an important milestone in efforts to rebuild stayover tourism arrivals Sun, 21 Aug 2022 05:59:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-and-the-cayman-islands-set-to-collaborate-on-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-and-the-cayman-islands-set-to-collaborate-on-tourism/ Jamaica and the Cayman Islands have initiated discussions to facilitate collaboration on tourism, in order to leverage the strong historical ties, plus synergies between the tourism sectors of both nations. Among the areas for potential cooperation are multi-destination tourism, airlift, enhancing border protocols, rationalizing airspace as well as resilience building. Thu, 11 Aug 2022 15:25:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-airways-opens-reservations-for-los-angeles/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-airways-opens-reservations-for-los-angeles/ The Ministry of Tourism has announced that travellers can now book their reservations for Cayman Airways new service to Los Angeles International Airport, California. Sat, 23 Jul 2022 11:59:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-to-reopen-to-tourism-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-to-reopen-to-tourism-next-month/ The Cayman Islands has announced that it is moving to phase four of its reopening plan. Vaccinated travellers who are securely verified can enter without quarantine from November 20th. Fri, 29 Oct 2021 08:01:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-uk-representation-for-cayman-islands/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-uk-representation-for-cayman-islands/ As the Cayman Islands enters phase three of its re-opening to international tourism, the London office has appointed White Tiger PR as its UK & European PR agency. Fri, 17 Sep 2021 06:29:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/white-takes-key-cayman-islands-promotion-role-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/white-takes-key-cayman-islands-promotion-role-in-uk/ The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism has appointed Adrian White as regional manager to oversee the British Overseas Territory’s marketing strategy for the UK and European region. Fri, 07 Jun 2019 10:56:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/locale-hotel-debuts-in-grand-cayman/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/locale-hotel-debuts-in-grand-cayman/ The Cayman Islands’ accommodation market has welcomed a newcomer with a fresh, modern feel, ideally located in the heart of the Seven Mile Beach corridor. Tue, 19 Mar 2019 04:12:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/prince-of-wales-to-open-expanded-grand-cayman-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/prince-of-wales-to-open-expanded-grand-cayman-airport/ The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall are set to officially open Grand Cayman’s newly expanded Owen Roberts International Airport later this month. The expansion project has tripled the size of Grand Cayman’s airport facilities, allowing the island to accommodate close to 2.5 million passengers annually. Mon, 04 Mar 2019 05:07:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/curio-collection-headed-to-the-cayman-islands-following-latest-signing/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/curio-collection-headed-to-the-cayman-islands-following-latest-signing/ Situated on the edge of George Town, the beachfront hotel boasts 80 suites with spacious floorplans ranging from one to three bedrooms, which will also be available for purchase. Fri, 01 Mar 2019 09:35:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-welcomes-strong-visitor-figures-for-2018/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-welcomes-strong-visitor-figures-for-2018/ Following a rebound year for Caribbean travel with increased competition throughout the region, the Cayman Islands has maintained its market share with another year of record-breaking statistical arrivals. Sun, 27 Jan 2019 15:14:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-airways-takes-delivery-of-first-737-max-8/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-airways-takes-delivery-of-first-737-max-8/ Boeing and Air Lease Corp have delivered the first 737 MAX 8 for Cayman Airways. The first 737 MAX to enter service in the Caribbean marks the beginning of the airline’s plans to modernise its fleet and expand its network. Sat, 01 Dec 2018 11:21:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-market-drives-up-visitor-figures-in-cayman-islands/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-market-drives-up-visitor-figures-in-cayman-islands/ The Cayman Islands welcomed over 1.3 million visitors between January and June 2018. The figure represents an increase of nearly 20 per cent, or 214,711 visitors, when compared to the same period in 2017. Mon, 30 Jul 2018 08:28:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mandarin-oriental-grand-cayman-scheduled-to-open-in-2021/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mandarin-oriental-grand-cayman-scheduled-to-open-in-2021/ Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a luxury resort and residences on Grand Cayman in the Caribbean, currently scheduled to open in 2021. Fri, 29 Jun 2018 05:46:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-island-to-expand-trade-engagement-for-2018/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-island-to-expand-trade-engagement-for-2018/ On the back of an increase in demand for the luxury Caribbean destination, the Cayman Island Department of Tourism has committed to an up-weight in its trade and consumer engagement for 2017/18 and beyond. Thu, 27 Jul 2017 09:15:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-set-to-become-space-tourism-capital-of-caribbean/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-set-to-become-space-tourism-capital-of-caribbean/ Already famed for being the culinary capital of the Caribbean, the Cayman Islands is now set to boldly go where no Caribbean island has gone before and become a new hub for space tourism. Nestled in the western Caribbean, south of Cuba and west of Jamaica, the Cayman Islands is home to delicious cuisine, rare flora and fauna and the famous Seven Mile Beach with its powdery white sand and crystal clear waters. Sat, 01 Apr 2017 05:23:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-marketing-leadership-for-cayman-islands-in-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-marketing-leadership-for-cayman-islands-in-europe/ The European office of the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism has recruited Richard Trasler as marketing executive, effective immediately. Trasler joins the department from the online retail sector where he has been growing his own business. Wed, 28 Dec 2016 09:47:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-appoints-new-director-of-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-appoints-new-director-of-tourism/ After seven-and-a-half years at the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism (CIDOT) Mrs. Rosa Harris has moved into its top position as Director of Tourism. Tue, 15 Jul 2014 23:00:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/shomari-scott-cirector-of-tourism-cayman-islands-department-of-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/shomari-scott-cirector-of-tourism-cayman-islands-department-of-tourism/ Shomari Scott, director of tourism, Cayman Islands Department of Tourism at the World Travel Awards Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2012 Sun, 16 Sep 2012 14:57:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/mckeeva-bush-premier-cayman-islands/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/mckeeva-bush-premier-cayman-islands/ McKeeva Bush, premier, Cayman Islands at the World Travel Awards Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2012 Sun, 16 Sep 2012 14:56:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-concierge-opens-doors-to-caribbean-visitors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-concierge-opens-doors-to-caribbean-visitors/ In the era of web technology, one tourist board is reverting to good old-fashioned people skills. Cayman Concierge is a new, personalised service that has been launched by the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism in the UK with a simple purpose; to give potential visitors to the islands quick, reputable and up to the minute information, recommendations and inspiration. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 07:46:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-top-dive-resorts-gain-green-globe-certification/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-top-dive-resorts-gain-green-globe-certification/ The Cayman Islands’ dive industry has moved a step closer to becoming carbon neutral with the announcement that two of its top dive resorts have become Green Globe Certified. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 09:33:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/cha-2010-spotlight-shomari-scott-director-of-tourism-cayman-islands1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/cha-2010-spotlight-shomari-scott-director-of-tourism-cayman-islands1/ BTN speaks to Shomari Scott, Director of Tourism, Cayman Islands at Caribbean Marketplace 2010 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:06:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cha-2010-spotlight-shomari-scott-director-of-tourism-cayman-islands/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cha-2010-spotlight-shomari-scott-director-of-tourism-cayman-islands/ BTN speaks to Shomari Scott, Director of Tourism, Cayman Islands at Caribbean Marketplace 2010 Sat, 09 Jan 2010 17:30:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/cha-2010-spotlight-shomari-scott-director-of-tourism-cayman-islands/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/cha-2010-spotlight-shomari-scott-director-of-tourism-cayman-islands/ BTN speaks to Shomari Scott, Director of Tourism, Cayman Islands at Caribbean Marketplace 2010 Sat, 09 Jan 2010 17:18:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn3000019/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn3000019/ Get Out & Dive More! Week in the Cayman IslandsAugust 10-17, 2002 during this special week, you`ll get a FREE day of diving, FREE night`s stay and FREE intro to scuba course for family members. Plus, there`ll be parties where you can meet the editors of Rodale`s Scuba Diving, get free stuff and a chance at great prizes! Details on how to book your trip will be available soon on www.scubadiving.com. Wed, 27 Feb 2002 11:00:57 +0000