Most Beautiful Islands: Cayman Islands Caribbean-Grand Cayman

To most of the world, Grand Cayman is the Cayman Islands.Christopher Columbus first sighted Cayman Brac and Little Cayman on 10 May 1503 during his fourth trip to the New World. Columbus was en route to Hispaniola when his ship was thrust westward toward "two very small and low islands, full of tortoises, as was all the sea all about, insomuch that they looked like little rocks, for which reason these islands were called Las Tortugas."

Grand Cayman is the largest of the three Cayman Islands and the location of the nation's capitol, George Town. In relation to the other two Cayman Islands, it is approximately 121 km southwest of Little Cayman and 145 km southwest of Cayman Brac.

The Cayman Islands are a British Overseas Territory. The islands are self-governed but are under the direct protection of the United Kingdom; and the Queen of England is depicted on Cayman Islands currency and postal stamps. The people here speak English, although there are many other languages spoken by its inhabitants.

Main attractions on Grand Cayman include the 65-acre Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, the National Trust's Mastic Trail (2 mile traditional footpath through unspoiled woodlands in North Side),We must not forget the Cayman Islands National Museum in George Town, Pedro St. James Historic Site in Savannah, Boatswains Beach, Hell, National Trust historic walking tours of central George Town and West Bay, blowholes in East End, district and historic buildings . Rum Point is also an attraction.

One of the many attractions Grand Cayman has to offer is Seven Mile Beach. With sand stretching as far as the eyes can see, it is rated as one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire Caribbean.Other beautiful beaches as we say before are Boatswains Beach and Hell Beach.

Grand Cayman is the home of George Town, the capital city, which boasts some of the finest cuisine and shopping in the Caribbean.

Window-shopping in the captivating capital, George Town, ranks as many visitors' favorite form of recreation and sightseeing. Not only will you find no additional sales tax, but there's duty-free merchandise aplenty

One of the most luxurious resorts in the world are on this island. Discover The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, and experience a place where sparkling blue waters blend seamlessly with the sand and sky. Located on an archipelago of three picturesque islands, The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman hotel offers a breathtaking location unlike anywhere else on earth. From the white sands of Seven Mile Beach to world-renowned restaurants, The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman offers guests an unforgettable and luxurious escape.