Cayman Islands Department of Tourism

The official tourism organization of the Cayman Islands

The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism is the public entity responsible for tourism promotion of the archipelago, made up of three islands: Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman. Its official website, visitcaymanislands.com, serves as a reference portal for planning trips and discovering what each island has to offer.

The institution presents itself as the official source of tourism information for the territory and brings together in one place resources on accommodation, transportation, events, dining and activities. The site is available in several languages, including English (in US, UK and Canadian variants), Spanish and Portuguese.

The three islands and their distinct profiles

The official promotion describes each island with its own identity. Grand Cayman is presented as a cosmopolitan destination that combines art, culture and nature. Cayman Brac, named for its bluff, is aimed at travelers seeking adventure and close contact with rare flora and fauna. Little Cayman is defined as a quiet, remote island associated with rest and relaxation.

The organization highlights that the three islands share a welcoming community and safe environments, and places the archipelago in the Caribbean. The homepage summarizes the offering as a balance between adventure, luxury and tranquility.

Trip planning

The portal organizes practical information into several sections: where to stay, FAQs, travel guides, getting around, travel by ship, travel information, travel by air, deals and weather. It also includes a specific section on requirements and procedures before traveling.

The website mentions the national carrier, Cayman Airways, as an option for reaching the destination, and offers a flight search tool. It also publishes travel deals and promotions, including one under the slogan "Get a Free Night On Us" and a summer campaign, presented as part of the catalog available at the time of the analysis.

Activities and experiences promoted

The range of activities promoted by the organization covers beaches, golf, shopping, diving, local businesses, tours and adventures, events, nightlife, watersports, family activities, popular attractions, wellness, food and drink, and romantic options.

Diving occupies a prominent place: the site states that the islands have 365 dive sites, coral reefs and historic wrecks, and promotes snorkeling and diving as first-rate experiences. In the culinary sphere, the promotion refers to the Cayman Islands as the culinary capital of the Caribbean.

Events calendar

The calendar promoted includes cultural, family and wellness events. Among those listed with specific dates are a cassava cake cooking class at The Heritage Bakehouse, with sessions between June 10 and December 30 at the Mission House in Bodden Town, Grand Cayman; Cayman Cocktail Week, October 22–30 in Grand Cayman; the Pirates Week 2026 celebrations in Cayman Brac from October 30 to November 1, in Grand Cayman from November 6 to 14 and in Little Cayman from November 20 to 22; and the Walkers Cayman Islands Marathon on December 6, starting at Seafarers Way, George Town, Grand Cayman.

Editorial and cultural content

The portal publishes guides and itineraries, such as a six-day family itinerary in Grand Cayman and a four-day romantic getaway to Cayman Brac, with references to limestone caves, dives at the MV Captain Keith Tibbetts and Caymanian cuisine. It also includes content on history and traditions, recipes and the work of the Cayman Islands Film Commission, which manages filming permits and resources for local and international productions.

In the cultural section, the organization describes an art scene with more than 250 practicing artists, seven commercial galleries, a national gallery with a permanent collection and up to ten rotating contemporary exhibitions per year, as well as artist studios open to the public and exhibition spaces in restaurants and cafes. Music is presented as part of the local identity, with kitchen bands that blend jazz, calypso and reggae, and festivals throughout the year.

Services for the sector and the community

The site includes sections aimed at professionals and partners: travel partners, meetings and incentives, partnership opportunities, creator programs and a newsletter. It also offers information on how to work with the department and on the use of the hashtags #VisitCaymanIslands and #WelcomeToVaCay on social media.

The entity operates under the Cayman Islands brand, registered by the Department of Tourism itself, and maintains the site's copyright in 2026.