Grand Cayman has stunning white sandy beaches, superb dining
opportunities and has the famous Stingray City.
There is a large expat community here
so the island has more of a British/American feel and can sometimes
get a little crowded at the weekends as the cruise ships and
Americans descend.
But it's great for families and a spot
of diving or snorkelling.
Flying time: 12hours 50 minutes, with a 1-hour
stop en-route in Nassau.
Time difference: GMT -5hrs.
Getting there: Direct services operate
to Grand Cayman with British Airways. (toucdown en-route
in Nassau) Additional services available via Miami with British
Airways, Virgin Atlantic & American Airlines.
Currency: Grand Cayman Dollar, which is tied to
the US Dollar
Vaccinations: Precautions for tetanus, typhoid,
diphtheria and hepatitis A are recommended - please contact your
doctor for up-to-date information.
Visas: British passport holders do not require
a visa. All other nationals please check visa requirements with the
embassy.
Best time to visit: Hot and tropical climate
tempered by trade winds throughout most of the year. The driest
period is from January to April and there is increased rainfall in
summer and towards the end of the year. Like the other Leeward
Islands, Antigua can be affected by hurricanes, which are most
likely to develop between June and November.