Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Traveling in the Cayman Islands



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If you are planning to travel to the Caribbean for your next vacation, you have many islands from which to choose for your destination. On such island that makes a beautiful place for a vacation is the overseas territory of the United Kingdom known as the Cayman Islands. If you love scuba diving, this is an especially great place to visit since is the world’s leading underwater diving tourist destination.

The Cayman Islands are made up of Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Caymen. These islands are located in the western portion of the Caribbean Sea. The Cayman Islands are about 150 miles from Cuba and about 480 miles from Miami, Florida. Cayman Brac and Little Cayman are sometimes known as the “Sister Islands” and are about 90 miles east of Grand Cayman Island, which is about 75 square miles. The islands are made up of large coral heads and is home to a number of exotic birds, fish, and land animals, including the endangered Blue Iguana, as well as The Grand Cayman Parrot and Cayman Brac Parrot which are found only on these islands.

Tourism accounts for most of this island’s revenue so while you are visiting these islands, the people there will surely cater to your every need. World famous scuba diving is found here because of the clear waters and the proximity to the Cayman Wall. You can swim beside string rays and a number of other amazing sea creatures while traveling in the Cayman Islands, as well as explore shipwrecks.

Outside of the water, you can check out popular spots like the black limestone fields, hiking trails, lighthouses, and museums. One specific spot that tourists enjoy visiting is Hell, a small spot with a sign indicating that you are in Hell where you can take pictures. Another great tourist attraction is the sea turtle farm.

Cayman Sea Salt Co is also located here, as well as a number of financial institutions. In fact, many business men travel to the Cayman islands because this location is one of the world’s leading offshore financial centers.

Before you head to the Cayman Islands, it is important to understand a bit about the islands and make sure your paperwork is in order. You’ll need a passport to fly there, and maybe a visa, depending on where you live. Camping is illegal in the islands, which many do not realize when leaving, and if you are caught camping, you will spend time in jail. It is also important to make sure that you can show a return flight ticket.

Visiting the Cayman Islands can be lots of fun if you’re ready. You will not be disappointed if you make the Cayman Islands your next Caribbean vacation spo

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