What should I bring to the Cayman Islands?


What should I bring to the Cayman Islands? Daytime essentials include t-shirts, camisoles, sarong and shorts – but only for the beach. This is a conservative country so keep your swimwear for the beach, beach bars and hotel pools. Cover up with a kaftan or sarong when walking around public areas, especially in George Town.


Should I bring cash to Grand Cayman?

It's always advisable to bring money in a variety of forms when traveling: a mix of cash, credit cards, and traveler's checks. You should also exchange enough cash to cover airport incidentals, tipping, and transportation to your hotel before you leave home, or withdraw money upon arrival at an airport ATM.


Do you need water shoes in Grand Cayman?

You won't need water shoes most places on Grand Cayman, and certainly not in front of the Plantana. That is a good pick, BTW. Well-run place on a great part of the beach. Beach shoes are cheap and easy to pack.


Is Grand Cayman expensive?

So How Expensive Is A Day Or Week In The Cayman Islands? According to Budgetyourtrip.com, visitors spend around $264 per day while on vacation in the Cayman Islands. One can expect to spend around $49 daily on means and around $24 for local transportation.


When not to go to the Cayman Islands?

A Mighty Wind: Hurricanes on the Cayman Islands -- The curse of Cayman weather -- the hurricane season -- lasts officially from June 1 to November 30. But there's no cause for panic: Satellite forecasts give enough warning that safety precautions can be taken if a storm strikes during your visit.


Can I drink tap water in Cayman Islands?

The tap water across all three Cayman Islands is clean, wholesome and very much safe to drink! All of the tap water we get on-Island is desalinated seawater produced using reverse osmosis. The process begins with the extraction of raw feed water from wells drilled deep into the limestone bedrock beneath Cayman.


Can you drink alcohol on the beach in Cayman Islands?

Drinking Laws -- The legal drinking age is 18. Beer, wine, and liquor are sold at most grocery and convenience stores Monday to Saturday. It is legal to have an open container on the beach.


Is it better to use cash or credit card in Cayman Islands?

You can request U.S. dollars or Cayman dollars at most banks and ATMs. Credit cards are another safe way to carry money. They also provide a convenient record of all your expenses, and they generally offer relatively good exchange rates.