Grand Cayman

Cayman Islands

"Seven Mile Beach, Stingrays & Clear Cayman Water"

Grand Cayman is the largest of the Cayman Islands and the one most cruise and resort travelers see. Seven Mile Beach is the long west-coast strand of soft sand and calm water, with George Town's harbor just to the south. Stingray City, boat trips to Starfish Point, and the turtle center are the outings families book first. The island is compact, English-speaking, and straightforward to pair with a western Caribbean cruise or a long weekend from Miami.

Seven Mile Beach, Stingray City, George Town, Cayman Turtle Centre, Starfish Point, Rum Point, Bioluminescent Bay

December–April

US dollars are accepted almost everywhere; book Stingray City with a reef-safe operator and do not lift the animals

Many ships tender into George Town. Seven Mile Beach resorts are the easiest base for families and couples.